How to Handle Pessimism
Having realistic expectations, rather than taking extremely positive or negative positions, may actually be the recipe for good health and
happiness. Perhaps not surprisingly, low levels of pessimism, rather than high levels of
optimism, have actually been associated with better health.
In other words, pessimism may be a risk factor for heart disease and other physical and mental health conditions, but optimism won’t necessarily prevent you from becoming ill. Rather than constantly aiming for a bright smile and sunny disposition, or giving in to an overall negative outlook, the goal should be moderate optimism with a daily dose of pessimism.
GDM, It's the human condition. Get with the programme, mate. Helps to cope with the stress.