Optimism is the invisible ingredient that powers so much of the incredible progress in society – from entrepreneurs and investors to artists and creatives who believe in something and are optimistic enough to risk their time, money, and reputation. We asked some of the most optimistic folks we know where they think they get their optimism form.
Todd Tucker
As a kid, I’ve always been extremely optimistic, and always looked at the bright side of things. The future was always bright, and I wanted to figure out ways to achieve every goal I could possibly achieve. I had a lot of artistic abilities and knew that someday I would put myself to the test and try to gainfully employ myself with these talents and was lucky enough to pull it off. Read more>>
Claudia La Bianca
My love for art and the creative process are the significant source of my optimism. The joy of exploring new ideas and bringing my vision to life fuels my enthusiasm and keeps me excited about each project. Reflecting on my previous accomplishments is a powerful motivator, these moments of success boost my confidence and inspire me to tackle new challenges. Read more>>
Amber Monique
My optimism stems from a combination of self-help literature and a deep-seated determination to break free from the negative influences of my former neighborhood. Recognizing the transformative power of mindset, I resolved to cultivate a more positive outlook on life, believing that it was the key to achieving success and overcoming the challenges I had faced. Read more>>
Alvinya Key
rom the moment I became a mom at a young age, life has been a whirlwind of challenges and beautiful moments. I was just a teenager when I first held my baby, feeling both immense joy and overwhelming responsibility. It wasn’t easy stepping into such a big role so young, but it taught me resilience from the start. Each sleepless night, every small triumph of my child, added to my strength and my capacity to look on the bright side. Read more>>
Shenho Hshieh
I think my optimism is a result of being around my family and friends. Their support encourages self-improvement and gives meaning to my personal and artistic endeavors. Sometimes I like to think I do things not only for myself but also for the people I care about. Read more>>
Decue Wu
In my 10-year+ illustration career, I’ve experienced both highs and lows, including creative blocks. As an illustrator, the absence of work and client commissions can be painful. Even when working daily on sketches, there are moments of inspiration drought and difficulty starting. Read more>>
Elizabeth Russo, Ashley Miers, Octavia Klein
Our optimism is rooted in a commitment to continuous growth and a profound sense of gratefulness. While some people might naturally lean towards a positive outlook due to their personality or upbringing, we actively cultivate our optimism, both as a community and individually. Read more>>
Angie Banicki
I am pretty sure I get my optimism from my parents. I see how they just find the best in any situation. And my work is o continue to work at it and nurture that. Because it’s very easy for. me to see what isnt working and want to fix that – which is a great trait too – wanting to make things better. But i see how I can continue to imbue more positivity into that making better as well. Read more>>
Rion Heldibridle
Optimism is a driving force in all aspects of my life. This optimism came from years of being told I can’t, I’m not smart enough, brave enough, or strong enough. I decided to live my life being the love and support for others that I so desperately needed through my younger years. Filling people with love, respect, ambition and smiles helps others to see the value they bring and gives confidence to their endeavors. Read more>>
Kristina Barnes
The word Optimistic or Optimism is a word that I have heard myself described as, for most of my life. At the young age of 7 my biological father passed away, and I believe that that truly changed me. If you ask people around me, one of the things I say consistently is “It can always be worst”. I truly live by that. Read more>>
Neil Pickering
My personality has built from my history in overcoming my childhood flaws. I was an unpopular kid in school, always picked on and didn’t have a lot of friends. Not the atmosphere to be raised in to build an optimistic mindset around others. Read more>>
Sustainable Harvest International
More than half of the world’s tropical forests are already gone and we are losing the other half at the rate of one acre every second. As a result, more than half the species of plants and animals in the world are disappearing, along with carbon stores, which stabilize the climate. Read more>>
Cameron Black
Being optimistic in today’s world can seem like a difficult task. I mostly perform at weddings and events, and someone once asked, “Don’t you ever get tired of these?” The question completely took me off guard, because it was so easy to answer genuinely, and resoundingly, “No!” Read more>>
Ricardo Bello
My optimism comes from the desire to move forward with good work and life. Sometimes we can even get discouraged in the face of an adverse situation that life presents, but we need to have strength, faith and believe that it is possible to get there. Read more>>
Sienna Jackson
My optimism comes from a career filled with diverse experiences working with incredible people and organizations. As a two-time founder, consultant, and producer, I’ve had the chance to explore the worlds of entertainment, music, and social impact, always looking for ways to combine creativity with purpose. Read more>>
Frida García D’Adda
I believe in the beauty of small things; I wake up every day enthusiastic for breakfast and excited for the new juicy fruit to come every season. It´s all about the details that make up life; sometimes the greatness of it all can be overwhelming because there are always unmet expectations, insecurities, and fears that when seen on a great scale can snowball and get out of scale. Read more>>
Cara Baxter
Art is at its best when it inspires hope. The optimism at the core of my paintings stems from my lifelong love of fantasy. My narrative paintings explore a fantasy realm that I call the flooded world, loosely inspired by my home on the expansive floodplains of East Texas. Read more>>
Elizabeth Beth Ritchie”
My optimism comes from several sources. First and foremost, it’s the people I meet and the relationships I build. There’s something incredibly fulfilling about helping friends and clients—who often become friends—navigate the home buying and selling process. Read more>>
Elorm Dela-Seshie
In a word ; Audacity. Maybe I inherited it from my father from whom I inherited my heart for entrepreneurship or maybe it was a trait that was cultivated due to circumstance. No matter where the origin I’ve always been one to believe I could do anything. Read more>>
Aaron Victor
My optimism comes from my faith and my mom. Actually they are both one and the same. My mom introduced me to faith. Growing up in Detroit, we didn’t come from much and there were some tough times. But my mother faith in God always believed He would make it alright, just trust Him and keep the faith. My mother is one of those people, do not ask her to pray if you don’t want it to change. Her prayers get past the ceiling for sure. Read more>>
Stash Maleski
I learned the power or “PMA” or Positive Mental Attitude growing up in the Haight-Ashbury district as a skater in San Francisco in the 1980’s. I remember when I was about 14 years old I went to skate the famous HP Ramp where some pro skaters were skating. Read more>>
Victoria Sdoukos
My strong belief in God is where my optimism comes from. God has given everyone of a unique talent & gift to share in this world. I was always the type of person to try different activities such as playing soccer, basketball, tennis, playing the saxophone, taking ceramics classes, jewelry making classes, etc…. Read more>>
Margie Traxler
I am the founder of Grain Free Mama’s, a Food Tech company crafting the healthiest baking mixes on the planet. With a BS in Biology, concentrating in Microbiology and Botany, my passion for the transformative power of natural foods has fueled my mission. Read more>>
John Randall Nelson
My optimism stems from my passion for making things. I draw my inspiration from both the strangeness of the world and the resilience of the human spirit. Despite the many difficulties we face, there is always some possibility to be found, and my art reflects a belief in our inherent goodness. Read more>>
George Nathaniel
I Believe “Experiences and Values only Enrich Lives”, Play your part in sharing the Best, Whatever you see in Life, big, small, powerful or similar – it all has been a part of some Architecture in Life, in simplified terms “Someone Successful Effort”, taking this into reality as a life goal, Aim is to Give back to Life leaving a legacy over time. Read more>>
