"Conscious, deliberate optimism, particularly in the face of what might feel like overwhelming adversity, is crucial to success." (Dona Tantirimudalige)
Deliberate optimism is the practice of intentionally choosing to have a positive outlook and attitude, despite the challenges or obstacles that may arise. It involves a conscious decision to focus on the potential opportunities and the good in a situation, rather than dwelling on the negatives.
Martin Seligman's research has shown that a deliberate focus on positive emotions and experiences can lead to greater happiness and well-being.
Overall, deliberate optimism involves a mindset shift towards focusing on the positive and the potential for growth and opportunity, rather than dwelling on the negatives. It can have a significant impact on one's mental and emotional well-being, as well as their ability to navigate challenges and achieve their goals.
The science of neuroplasticity shows that our brains constantly make new connections and we strengthen positive neural networks by looking for the positives in life and by deliberately cultivating optimistic thoughts and words.
Dona Tantirimudalige, MD of Westernport Water
"Conscious, deliberate optimism, particularly in the face of what might feel like overwhelming adversity, is crucial to success.
"What do I mean by that?
"Sometimes there are no easy paths to follow. Sometimes there are no easy options. In these situations in particular, if we are to succeed in any measure, it is critical that we step into the challenges we face with determination, grit, drive, and optimism.
"Not blind optimism – but deliberate optimism embraced in the full and conscious knowledge of the facts and challenges we face. It is the only way we can succeed in these situations."
Martin Seligman
"Deliberate optimism is not just seeing the glass as half-full instead of half-empty. It's about seeing the glass as refillable."
Shawn Achor
Deliberate optimism means you take a proactive approach to finding the good in every situation."
Arianna Huffington
Deliberate optimism is not blind positivity. It's a conscious choice to focus on what's possible, rather than what's not."
Tal Ben-Shahar
"Deliberate optimism is a skill that can be learned and cultivated, just like any other."
"The connection between joy and optimism is concrete and amorphous. You’re an optimist if joy is found in little things or in the small steps along a longer path. But joy can be short-lived, often driven by some external event. Optimism is more innate and enduring and comes from a mindset or from a deliberate redefinition of hope or success."
Margie Warrell in "When Negativity Runs High, Practice ‘Deliberate Optimism’
"Cultivating optimism in others begins by cultivating it in yourself - consciously, intentionally and deliberately. After all, emotions are contagious and while your words matter, if you aren’t grounded in self-certainty, embodying the emotions you’re trying to instill in others – positivity, purpose, courage, confidence, aspiration – your words will fall flat."
"Sometimes life just feels wrong. Like you’re stuck in a rut and going from one bad situation to another. You may even think you’ve got the wrong job, or the wrong relationship, and the wrong life, in the wrong city. At this point, let me suggest deliberate optimism. Deliberate optimism is an awesome tool - and your ultimate power resource for beginning the process of getting unstuck. Optimists are creative thinkers. They channel energy and direct their thoughts toward the positive aspects of a moment or situation."
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