Optimistic Thinking

It’s like positive thinking – but with a seed of doubt.

That doubt is critical. 

It means, while you are hoping for the best, you can’t be sure you will succeed. 

To give yourself the best chance – you have to work at it.

I’m not positive I will overcome my obstacles. I’m optimistic that I will. 

There is a big difference. Being optimistic is to be reality based. The other is a fantasy.