On being realistic

One of the most difficult things to do in life is to be realistic. As we are so heavily influenced by our respective optimism or pessimism, forcing ourselves to be realistic at opportune times is what will help us get to where we need to go. By no means is this an easy feat, but a necessary one nonetheless.

In a recent radio interview on KNBR 680, San Francisco Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper said that there are three types of people: optimists, pessimists, and realists. Which one are you?

I'm an optimist, and I always will be. However, I do find that I occasionally have to challenge myself to face the reality of certain situations. I think that it's helped me thus far, and will continue to benefit me in the future. I guess we'll see...

This can seem like a relatively simple concept, but unfortunately, like many other things, it's easier said than done.