A pessimist is a man who has been compelled to live with an optimist.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A pessimist is someone forced to spend time with an optimist.
- In plain terms
- Optimism can annoy pessimists.
- What can you take from it?
- Pessimism may be a reaction to forced optimism.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is pessimism a choice?
- How does company affect your mood?
Another view
Not all pessimists are just reacting to optimists.
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