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What does it mean?
You should try to see the best side of events, but sometimes reality does not support that view. The speaker asks what the listener intends to do next.
In plain terms
Try to see things positively, but know when it is not possible.
What can you take from it?
Optimism is useful but not always realistic.

Where it applies

  • evaluating bad news
  • making plans
  • debating facts

Putting it to work

  • seek positive angles
  • check reality
  • plan next steps

Questions to consider

  • What do you propose when facts are bad?
  • How do you balance hope and truth?

Another view

Not all facts can be spun positively.

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