Just been reading some new data about optimism and pessimism and it does not look good for me. The non-optimists are as much as 35% more likely to die than their cheerful counterparts. This is not good for me, as I spend a ton of time dealing with SI and a lot of negative thoughts and energy and rumination. Just really a constant and never-ending struggle for me. Anyhoo, they said not to fear, negative people. This can be changed. So, today, I am starting on a new program of intentionally attempting to be positive and to see the positive wherever it is in my life. Even if I feel like garbage. Let's hope it works!