Real Realism … ( 12 / 14 / 2012 )
Real Realism … ( 12 / 14 / 2012 )
The Pessimist ( a . k . a . the “ realist ”) believes that “ The glass is half empty .” He attends to what is “ broken ” or “ lacking ” in life in order to obtain more , or — at the very least — to attain his or her “ fair share ”.
The Optimist ( a . k . a . the “ idealist ”) believes that “ The glass is half full .” She attends to what is “ pleasant ” or “ abundant ” in life in order to “ manifest more wealth ” or — at the very least — to justify protecting the “ fair share ” she already possesses .
The Altruist ( a . k . a . the “ Dreamer ”), on the other hand , simply holds out his or her glass and asks , “ Are you thirsty ? Would you like some of my water ?” … These are the ones who are grateful for whatever they already have ; those who express that thankfulness by sharing their lives with those who appear to have less .
In this way , the “ Altruists ” are the ones who have awakened to Life ’ s true Beauty … And as such , these are the ones who come to live a Life that is truly & verifiably full & truly real .
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