If you are a positive person, can you stay positive when you are surrounded by pessimists?
How much does the “culture” of your surroundings affect your outlook? Will you gravitate towards the prevailing attitude?
I had a conversation the other day where someone challenged me in not being discriminating enough in my circle of friends and colleagues. He suggested that I consciously avoid those who offer negative opinions first. By listening to them, I give them credence and it seeps-like osmosis-into my subconscious and drains my positive energy.
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