When you are in the middle of depression, optimism can feel impossible. Your mind tells you every reason why things are hopeless and convinces you that you should give up before you even begin.
But here’s the thing: optimism isn’t about pretending everything is perfect. It’s about giving yourself permission to see even the smallest possibility of light in the middle of the darkness.
Choosing optimism does not erase your pain, but it creates space for hope to exist alongside it. And hope is often the first step toward healing.
So today, ask yourself: what is one small thing I can be optimistic about? Maybe it’s a conversation you’ll have, a moment of peace, or simply the fact that you’ve made it this far.
It feels better to choose optimism, even in small doses. And with time, those small choices can add up to a new way of living.
What’s one thing you can feel optimistic about today? Share it in the comments and let’s remind each other that hope is possible.
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