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Seek Optimism, but Thank the Pessimists
“The one guy who isn’t rowing has time to rock the boat.”-Jean-Paul Sartre The pessimist lives a fairly safe and happy life. But not a fulfilling one. The pessimist goes in with low expectations, and often comes out not so disappointed when things don't go well. The pessimist prefers not to take chances, risks, or…