I think you have to learn to laugh at yourself to be successful in life, and I think you have to laugh at what life throws you. I think having a good sense of humor helps me look at life more optimistically, and helps me get through tough times. Some of my more pessimistic friends seem to revel in the bad things that happen to them. They mope, they complain, and they definitely do not see humor in the situation. I have a friend who cannot laugh at herself no matter what. She does some pretty silly things, like putting on makeup while she drives. She is really defensive about it, and cannot look at what she does and admit it might be wrong, or funny to others. She does not have much of a sense of humor about herself or others, and I think that may be one reason she always seems so dissatisfied with her life and the things that happen to her. A love nature and the outdoors, and I think it helps keep me grounded. I love the outdoors and hiking. When things bother...

I think it is very hard to be pessimistic when you are enjoying the beauty of a secluded wood or sunset on the beach. I love the outdoors, and it always makes me realize how insignificant my complaints are when I compare them with the complexities of nature. I love the animals, the plants, and the fresh air I encounter when I hike, and it makes everything and anything seem possible to me.
In conclusion, I think that I am an optimist for a number of reasons. I have a good family, I am positive, I have a sense of humor, and I try to be compassionate and caring. I am an optimist because I am positive and I believe when you see things positively, you help manifest good things in your life and the lives of those around you. I think that optimists get through life just a little bit more easily, and I am happy that I can see the good things in life, and laugh at the bad.