It might interest you to know that the 1828 Noah Webster Dictionary identifies the optimist in complimentary terms, but says nothing about the pessimist. The word 'pessimist' was not in our vocabulary at that time. It's a modern 'invention' which I believe we should 'dis-invent.'

If people like you they'll listen to you, but if they trust you they'll do business with you.

Isn't it amazing how much stuff we get done the day before vacation?

Regardless of your past, your tomorrow is a clean slate.

Honesty and integrity are absolutely essential for success in life - all areas of life. The really good news is that anyone can develop both honesty and integrity.

The same God who created Rembrandt created you, and you are as precious in God’s sight as Rembrandt or anyone else.

When you focus on problems, you get more problems. When you focus on possibilities, you have more opportunities.