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Are You A Pessimist, Realist or an Optimist?

Harmonie

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    I'm a realist that looks at things more pessimistic sometimes. But that's only because it's more realistic to look at things in a more pessimistic way.

    I have my optimistic moments, but I find that everytime I do it doesn't turn out good... And that's why pessimism is much more realistic than optimism.
     
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    I'm not necessarily in agreement with your definition of a "realist," but the actual definition is how I would describe myself.
     

    Luck

    ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
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    I'm pessimistic, with a small hint of realist in me. I don't think the worst case scenario out in my head, but I do become aware of many bad scenarios that might happen if I do a certain situation.

    I should really stop being pessimistic; it causes me too much stress, which affects my health. >.<

    And just to answer this age old question; it is half empty when the contents of the cup are being extracted from the cup. It is half full when the contents are being poured into the cup.
     

    Code

    Stealcase
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    Optimist! nothin better!
    XD
    You won't see me with a sad face! XD
     
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    I lean more on the side of realist/pessimist.
    I look on the bad side of things a lot. But not always, sometimes I'm .. indifferent.
     
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    well most of the time I'm indifferent, but I'm very optimistic too! I mean, I think that everyone can do anything if they really want and yes, maybe there isn't any real thing, but who knows?
     

    Tater Tot

    I used to be popular here~
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    Both a pessimist and a realist. I look at things logically, and they usually turn out to seem pessimistic. XD;
     
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    Well, honestly? I'm not sure what I am...most likely something in between a realist, and a pessimist. Most people don't know themselves what they really are, in my opinion. It's better to ask those who are closer to the person in question. So, that's just a rough guess for me.
     

    Serene Grace

    Pokémon Trainer
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    I'm a realist, to be honest. My personality has changed from being a persimist to a realist throughout my teen years.
     

    Caelus

    Gone
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    Really depends on the situation, but I'm generally an optimist.

    Now though I'm leaning more towards being a realist, but with a bit of optimism.
     

    XxDawnfanxX

    The stubborn Pokemon Trainer
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    It depends really, I guess you can consider me a realist or optimist. When I am down, i keep telling myself to look at the bright side and I made the change recently to always look at the positives no matter how few there are and move forward, it has gotten me through a lot of rough times.
     

    Pokeyomom

    Hoenn no you didn't...
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    I'm a realist-optimist. I'll probably sound like the biggest narcissist ever, but I believe I am to intelligent to be totally optimistic;C If you seriously contemplate this life... This world, you will find alot of sadness and pain. But you can focus on the good, and keep it positive:D

    But in my humble opinion excessive introspection='s a quick path to pessimism... Don't get lost in your head!
     

    Corvus of the Black Night

    Wild Duck Pokémon
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    All three at the same time :D

    Actually, it really depends on the situation - but for the majority of the time, I look at the glass as half empty (and I've had fights with people about this, nonetheless)
     
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    Nudge

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    I'm mostly a realist but occasionally I sway towards the depths of pessimism and other times sway towards optimism.
    But yeah mostly a realist
     

    Rehab Doll

    srs bzns
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    I'm a realist, I'm optimistic every now and then (Especially if something really good happens) and I can't remember the last time I was genuinely pessimistic. I usually like to stay neutral about things.
     
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