Optimist Day

Source: amsnwoptimist.com

"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence" (Helen Keller). Back in the day, it must have been the mid-1990s in the Philippines, when I was invited by a group of mothers to attend an Optimist Club meeting. They were part of the global network of Optimist Clubs. Our meetings were always energizing and exciting. I could feel the optimistic vibe emanating from all the members. For a pessimist like me, it was a good place to be in.

There is now an Optimist Day celebrated throughout the world annually on the first Thursday of February. This is a day where the world can be an Optimist themselves in action. It is a day to encourage communities worldwide to promote year-round efforts to bring out the best of ourselves. This is not only an important day but one that is needed by the world nowadays to combat the challenges faced by all of us. Let optimism flow through now!