only problem with being positive is the fact that the world is run by sociopaths is a little difficult to ignore.

Many who are pessimistic prioritize short term stresses, even tragedies, over long term consequences (outcomes) of anything.

I'm a perpetual optimist and when i was out working (playing) in the 'real' world of business, conflict, and negotiating, i was sometimes called (or covertly perceived) as a "Pollyanna."

I guess i was always an optimist, an attitude which was strengthened after surviving my physical near-death. I came out of that experience smarter and smiling, and 50 years later, i'm still smiling.

My glass is always refillable. So call me Polly and see if i give a damn. LOL

I'll be happy to join you in a little optimism. I am of the opinion that life, in general, is better than before, and for more people than before.

I am very positive about the future.
In Ireland recently we got a new government. It's a coalition of 2 right of center parties and a Left Green party. We have now passed legislation than mandates our government to reduce green house gas emissions by 7% a year for 10 years. We already produce 30% of our electricity from Wind power and this is to increase to 70% within the next 3 years with several large scale Wind farms becoming operational soon.
The Pandemic has shown us we can beat anything. And we can do it as a community working together. All our political class from left to right united and our citizens suppressed the Virus and observed the science and the medical advice given to us.
I live in a country that in the last 5 years legalized Gay marriage and the right to choose for women.
And our social democracy gives everyone FREE health care and affordable college (Free if you come from a family below a certain income). And the Catholic church has lost it's power. We have gone from being the most conservative country in Europe to the most liberal country in Europe. This has happened in the space of 20 years.
Our economy is doing well and we were prepared form an economic shock because we planned for such an event. We had a rainy day fund put aside from our budget Surpluses from the last number of years. Our government announced that it's Covid19 payment for workers (Double the normal unemployment payment) that is there for anyone that cannot work because of Covid19 is extended until April 2021.
I have every reason to be optimistic about the future

For the world outlook it's hard not to be pessimistic. For our personal world, if we aren't in a toxic relationship, are not in financial trouble, get three hots and a cot, life is good. We can't change the world and if that is acceptable that's optimism. Return of Christ? There is no Christ! Never was! Live your life for now! Once it's over, fade to black.

"these people have always been proved wrong"

Is there (credible/verifiable) EVIDENCE that "forward thinking positivity" is more accurate than "doomsayers" ?