Optimism is an expectation of the future, but hope is a way of experiencing the present. Optimism argues with the predictions of cynicism and bitterness, and is often proved wrong. Hope rejects cynicism and bitterness as unhelpful, and is perennially proved right.

Doug Muder

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You are never too old to set a new goal or to dream a new dream.

New year is the glittering light to brighten the dream-lined pathway of future.

There was never a night or a problem that could defeat sunrise or hope.

Just when the caterpillar thought the world was ending, he turned into a butterfly.

Fear not for the future, weep not for the past.

Percy Bysshe Shelley

If you wish to succeed in life, make perseverance your bosom friend, experience your wise counselor, caution your elder brother, and hope your guardian genius.

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