OptimismSpeechSS15

Optimism. What comes to mind when you here the word optimism? Do you consider yourself optimistic? Sometimes, we let life bring us down and we act negative. I know I do this. Life is better when you are happy. Life is short. Life should be cherished and lived to the fullest. My point is that: optimism is the way to live my life, and it will help me live to the fullest, giving me a vivid and beautiful present and an even better future. Every day I try my best to be optimistic and I feel great. My view on things have changed and your's can too.

Since I believe in God, I am optimistic. God put us on this earth to live through Him. God wants us to be happy. God knows all. God knows the past, present, and future. He is all knowing, and has a plan for every single human being. I shouldn't get upset about a loss, but instead, look at it as a learning expierience. God knows our destiny, and makes everything work out in the end, whether it be in this life, or the next. So, I might as well be optimistic and worship God since he has a plan for me. For instance, I look at sports this way. For a team record W-L is shown, and means win-loss. I like to look at it as win-learn. If you live like this, you'll never be sad.

I also use optimism on a daily basis. I sometimes admire the sunrise or my beautiful house. I take time to look at the beautiful water, or I look at the skyline in the distance. Cherishing God's creation will make you joyful. So will reading the Bible. I've never heard anyone regret reading the Bible ever. It is the #1 selling book in the world for a reason. Doing this will soon make every single day of your life better, and if you do this, the future is brighter than the sun.

Role models are usually optimistic. Michael Jordan, a role model for millions, says "I've failed over and over and over agian in my life and that is why I succeed." This is a mere definition of optimism. I think of this when I get a bad grade or when I loose a game. My life isn't over. It's not that big of a deal. I just have to remember to try harder and never be sad about anything. My next test will probably be aced. Think this too, and you will become a happier person just like me.

No one is perfect, including me. There is only one person that can never do wrong, and that's Jesus. We shouldn't get upset over every mistake we make because everyone makes mistakes. I will eventually be forgiven for my wrongdoings. I need to be more optimistic. I can do this by reading the bible, appreciating small and good deeds people perform, perform good deeds, and think of "the cup being half full rather than half empty" or "the cup has more room for improvement." Optimism will also help you achieve your dreams. If I am always trying my hardest in school, both getting good grades and some bad, I will most likely be able to go to my dream college or highschool. All I have to do is work, hope, and do your best and the world will be in my favor. I know this because when I apply it, things go my way, and I am a happier person.

I also live my life with no regrets. I wouldn't be where I'm at right now if I didn't do wrong or bad, or if I didn't make a mistake. There are no real mistakes, because failing leads to success. So, I tend to be optimistic when something wrong happens in my life. I also can't be afraid to live your dreams. If my dream is to play football, but I'm not that skilled, I am optimistic. I look at the situation and think, "At least I have an oppurtunity to play or an oppurtunity to get better by working at it." You'll become happier and most likely get better at the sport, just like me when I wanted to play. It was in the 6th grade and it was my first time ever playing the sport of tackle football. I was overweight at the time, and couln't play in our first four games. I ended up making weight and helping our team win and get to the playoffs where we would eventually loose. I never gave up and was always optimistic. You must never learn to give up on your dreams, like I once did. You will then find true and pure happiness, just like me.

Optimism. Optimism is what will makes not everyone happy. If no words got through to you in this speech I hope this does. Living optimistic, no problem. You don't have to be short, tall, white, black, skinny, or fat, you just have to live life to the fullest and make yourself truly happy. Optimism is the key to living a happy and abundant life, and will pave you and me a road to a successful life filled with joy.