Being Optimistic doesn't just mean forcing yourself to have positive thoughts. It means being hopeful and open to the future. It's a mind set that can help you cope with anxiety. If you've been pounded by the ravages of anxiety then chances are that you've had to contend with fear, depression, and pessimism. You may have had days were you just felt like giving up. You may have also told yourself that you just can't take it anymore. Or am I just talking for myself? Now, I also want to point out that there is a difference between