Built Quote by Orison Swett Marden
“Pessimism has never done anything but tear down and destroy what optimism has built up.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Pessimism and Optimism, 1910
Optimism builds, pessimism only destroys; the former creates value, the latter erodes it.
In simple terms: Optimism creates; pessimism destroys.
Key Takeaway
Choose optimism to build.
Themes
optimism
construction
destruction
Mood
cautious
balanced
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business planning
- personal setbacks
- team morale
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- When does optimism become naiveté?
- How can pessimism be constructive?
A Different Perspective
Optimism can blind to risks.
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