The eternal question of whether the glass is half full or half empty has puzzled humanity for centuries. This dilemma revolves around the concept of optimism and pessimism, where individuals perceive reality in different ways. But there can be another perspective to this question. The glass has the potential of being refillable. That is what is optimism.
“I would rather be optimistic and wrong than pessimistic and right.” These are the words by Elon Musk and it is quite understandable to have these words come from a person who is into such a risky profession, that is astronomy. One needs to have an optimistic approach as anything can happen in the mighty universe.
Optimism and pessimism represent eternal philosophical quandary.
Optimism is contagious radiating enthusiasm and energy, creating a ripple effect that can influence those around us.
On the other hand, pessimism is like wildfire. It narrows our perspective and negative attitudes create a toxic atmosphere, hindering collaboration and hindering progress.
Whether you are wrong or right is not important, what matters is our approach to our situations. Our attitude in dealing with these situations matters. It is vital that we find a positive purpose for every obstacle.
For eg. Before inventing the light bulb, Thomas Alva Edison made 1000 unsuccessful attempts. He had a positive approach and saw even those failed trials as something fruitful.
Elon Musk thinks that choosing optimism over pessimism, even if it means occasionally being incorrect, leads to a more vibrant and fulfilling existence, as it opens us up to possibilities, resilience, and a greater appreciation for the journey itself.