Day 145
May 25, 2025 - Week 21
Catalyst
Acknowledging the truth is a form of optimism.
Insight
Optimism is often mistaken for avoiding difficult truths, but it is actually about facing reality with clarity and hope. Acknowledging challenges, struggles, or even evil where it exists is not pessimism; it is preparation. It is a way of understanding the world so you can work to improve it.
This type of clear-eyed optimism helps you build resilience. By addressing what is difficult without turning away, you develop the strength to handle hardship and the determination to make things better. Optimism does not mean glossing over the hard things. It means choosing to believe in and work toward a more meaningful outcome, even in the face of difficulty.
Reflection
In what area of your life can truth and optimism work together? How does recognizing reality help you move forward with purpose?
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