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Setting Your Outlook
By Steve Goodier
A man who fell off a skyscraper was heard to say as he passed the 12th floor,
"So far, so good!" One might say he was an optimist.
I believe in optimism. I believe that there is great power in an optimistic
attitude, especially when it is grounded in reality.
The late Brian Johnston, a well-known British broadcaster, demonstrated the
power of an optimistic outlook. He delighted millions of listeners with his
radio programs. He was also a top-class cricket commentator and enthusiast for
the game. He once said, "I am a great optimist. Every time I go to a cricket
match, I think it is going to be the best game I have ever seen. Of course, it
never is, but what pleasure it gives me in anticipation!"
Is he simply playing silly mind games? I don't think so. Imagine how much more
we might enjoy a meal, a book, an outing, a concert, a holiday -- if we think
these just may be the best we have ever experienced! A strong, positive outlook
can make all the difference.
The poet writes:
"One ship sails east, the other west
On the self-same winds that blow.
'Tis the set of the sails and not the gales
That determines the way she goes."
Set your mental outlook to always expect the best. You will often get exactly
what you expect! And even if you don't, you will still get to enjoy the pleasure
of anticipation.
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