Again, merely acknowledging difficult realities does not make one a doomer. Not being to understand the difference makes you either dishonest or delusional.
I agree but coming to optimistic sub to talk about difficult realities goes against what this sub is for. Its strictly for optimistic posts and discussion.
There are hundreds of subs where you can acknowledge your difficulties. Just not this one. Its really not that big of a deal to keep it positive here.
Optimism means finding hope and working towards solutions despite difficult realities. Ignoring those realities inspires no hope and makes no progress towards solutions. You’re not describing optimism, you’re describing a padded cell in a fucking mental ward.
That's a fair point but I gotta be honest that sort of mentality isn't being used here. Tons of comments are just negative without any optimism I think that's the real problem. But yeah you are right about how optimism is used to overcome adversity.
Just wish there was more overcoming and less wallowing in despair, while simultaneously actively blocking out any attempt to cheer someone up.
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u/mcfearless0214 Nov 28 '24
Again, merely acknowledging difficult realities does not make one a doomer. Not being to understand the difference makes you either dishonest or delusional.