The Optimist Manifesto
157: You want to win? Being optimistic is a requirement.
Welcome reader! No, this is not the techno-optimist manifesto… This is the REAL optimist manifesto.
Optimism And What It Is All About
Additional reading on mental work:
What is optimism: There are a million definitions of what optimism is. We could even say that everyone reading this has a different view of what optimism is all about. Some would define optimism as having a positive outlook on the future. Others see it as a state of being or the mindset behind it. A different group might argue that optimism is an internal state where you believe that no matter what happens, the outcome will be positive. Optimism is a concept that is hard to define. What is our definition of optimism? When you are so aligned with your internal system that you understand that no matter what happens in your life, the outcome will be positive. Realizing that you are destined for great things and that things never happen to you, but for you. This is one of those mental reframes that can 8x the quality of your life overnight.
Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise. - Victor Hugo
It is all about being optimistic: It is all about being… Those who have studied history and paid attention to inspirational characters who achieved great things recognize a pattern that once you catch, you won’t be able to ignore it. Irrational optimism. Now mix that with a big vision (one doesn’t work without the other). You have a formula for success. Want to win? Start brainwashing yourself that you can't lose. Not only is it impossible for you to fail. But you have to believe deep down that you are in the best position you can - no matter how difficult it is. Being optimistic means realizing that you are living in the best time in history. Understanding opportunities. Understanding how to get those opportunities. Understanding what it takes to make things even better. There is a good reason why most wealthy individuals you meet in life are optimistic.
A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity, an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty. - Winston Churchill
Is Being Optimistic Important?
Average people around you: Normies, NPCs, average… However, you want to call them. The average is not part of the optimistic group. It is rare to meet an average person who is optimistic or has a positive attitude towards life. We would go so far as to say that it is one of the easiest ways to filter normies and those who are pushing things forward. Why are we mentioning this? Noticing how they are always operating in the past (remember the good old days) and not allowing themselves to move forward is a clear sign that optimism is not present in their lives. Cognitive inflexibility and blindness lead to poor results. Can you blame them? Not really. We are all being exposed to negative pressures from the media, social networks, and our social circle. Being blackpilled is considered normal, and that is something that no one should take for granted. How many times have you heard "the world is going to hell" or "the third world war is here" over the last couple of months? All of them are negative beliefs that are being implemented into everyone’s mind. Turning positive optimism into negative pessimism. Everyone who has ever read any marketing material or understands the basics of human psychology knows that… Negative emotions sell better than positive ones. Now, throw into the mix that everyone is trying to get others to click on their content… Repeating ourselves. You can’t blame anyone for falling victim to pessimistic propaganda. It is everywhere. Your mission? Avoid it.
Being optimistic = superpower: If we consider what has been said and think about it for a moment… Realize what is going on and how it is affecting people… You come up with the conclusion that being optimistic is a superpower. Why superpower? If you can't see the positive, you won’t be operating at 100%. Leverage. Not satisfied with the current situation but unsure how to change it? Leverage. Lack of energy caused by a pessimistic outlook on the world? Leverage. Everyone reading this should understand that being optimistic is a leverage. Not just a form of leverage but something that will have a positive impact across all areas of your life. We would go so far as to say that it is one of the essential requirements to escape mediocrity. It may sound ridiculous if you have never thought about it. But once you recognize the difference between being a positive and a negative individual. You will realize that this is far from nonsense. You want to do everything you need to have the best possible outlook on life. Optimism is one of the key drivers.
The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
Your Mission In A World Full Of Pessimists
Discover what optimism means to you: What is optimism in the first place? Being aligned with your internal system? knowing that no matter what happens in your life - the outcome will be positive? Reflect on what optimism means to you. We all have ways of experiencing or describing what optimism is.
Your category: What category do you fit in? Your general outlook on life? Do you feel opportunities are everywhere? Becoming aware is the key. Allow yourself a week or two and keep track of how you perceive things. Have others around you ever commented that you are an optimist? Pay attention to it.
Removing negativity from your life: If you can’t consume media without becoming emotionally involved. It is better to stay away until you learn how to handle it. News? Read the headline if necessary. Reddit? Avoid it. Can’t scroll social media without getting involved? Delete the apps from your phone. Miserable people in your social circle? Time to get better and move on.
Finding out what works for you: The final piece of the puzzle. Once all of the above has been established and you know exactly what optimism means for you, where you stand, and you are working on removing negativity from your life, the last thing you want to focus on is discovering what brings you that feeling of optimism. Something that gets you going, fills you with energy, and makes you feel fulfilled. A good indicator that you have found a setup that works for you is how you feel when you wake up. Full of energy and clarity? You are doing something right.
Worth mentioning: Feeling optimistic is never a permanent state. It is only temporary. Those random swings of energy and sense that what you are doing is the right thing are good indicators that you are doing something right. The more of those you feel throughout the day… The better you are doing. It is impossible to find a better system for measuring optimism and determining whether your actions are right or wrong.
Your mission in a world full of pessimists? Not to become one of them.
Becoming An Optimistic Individual
A collection of practical advice that works…
Optimism is a sort of skill. It can be developed or at least polished.
The first thing you should do each morning is go in front of the mirror. Smile at yourself. Say that today, no matter what happens, you are going to win.
Daily walks in the sun (touching grass is powerful). This is the most important one on the list for those who work office jobs or spend most of the day inside a cubicle.
Finding out what gets you going and sparks your imagination is a must. Hobbies, passion projects, or even running your own business…
Be in the present moment as much as possible. You want to chase the things that feel like they are slowing time down. - breathwork helps with that.
Avoiding toxic content and not clicking on cheap clickbait is mandatory for a positive life. Avoiding Reddit and asking for advice is the second most important thing.
Replace all of your negative thoughts with positive ones. Positive brainwashing is a real thing. Your natural state should be based on zero negative assumptions and limiting beliefs about yourself.
Removing those with negative beliefs or trying to prove you wrong should be done as quickly as possible.
Having a routine that gets you a few easy wins each day is key. This is how you build the momentum. "Make your bed in the morning" is not stupid advice, as it may seem at first.
Keep close contact with people you care about. This should be one of the main reasons why you are optimistic about the future and what is coming.
Learn how to be grateful for the life position you are in. Come up with a list of things you are grateful for in your life. Good place to start? Mental models
What Is This All About?
Final words: You want to become concise. You want to get rid of pessimistic people. You want to figure out what motivates you... You want to become optimistic. It is the only way to win this game called life. Not an optimistic person? You are limiting your growth, potential, and what you can achieve. We are not saying you should be a fake optimist and say one thing, but think the other thing deep down. No. That is not how it is done. It is also one of the reasons why we have not described in depth the types and classifications of optimism (as others do). In our books? Waste of time. We are approaching this in a binary way. You are either optimistic or you are not.
Posts like this are important because they raise awareness. Or at least make you think. Mental health is declining, and people have never felt worse. Yet, we never had a better standard of living or more opportunities. At the same time, we can't blame those who don’t understand the power of posts such as this. Woo-woo topics and intangible things require more mental effort to process. Luckily, you will understand what all of this is about and how it can improve. An optimistic outlook on life = better results. It is also worth mentioning that optimism is essential for achieving big things. You don’t have that optimistic outlook on whatever you are trying to achieve? You are limiting yourself. Not only are you limiting yourself, but you are actively undermining the process. We are nothing without optimism and hope. Same as without energy and curiosity. Optimism is both the beginning and the end of it all.
Acknowledgements
This post is dedicated to our mentor, who passed away suddenly. Your guidance, boldness, ideas, and approach to life have left a deep impact on every fortunate person who knew you. Thank you for everything.
Disclaimer: None of this is to be legal or financial advice of any kind.
Nice article. Thanks for sharing. May your mentor rest in peace 💐💐💐
Great post man, sorry to hear about your mentor. Would definitely be proud to see what you guys are doing