I was told today

Duke · 09-17-2004, 08:04 PM

that I'm pessimistic. It's funny how others view you, as I've never really looked at myself that way before. Looking back now over the way I act normally (mostly at work) I can see how this person would come to that conclusion.

I guess the thing that troubles me is I don't know how much I believe this opinion, although, this person is someone I respect and is usually pretty close in his assessments of people. I think of myself as cautious but not toward everything, mostly work related. My personal life sees me as being more frivolous and carefree but pessimistic, hmmn, I just don't know.

Kinda makes you re-assess what you put forward and who you really are. I wouldn't comment on this so much but I must admit, that assessment does trouble me. It troubles me more that I never really noticed it and am still struggling to see it.

Paul · 09-19-2004, 06:29 PM

I've never actually viewed you that way, more of a realist if anything but sometimes it's good to hear another opinion. Then again, sometimes you know yourself best and should just ignore what others think.

Duke · 09-19-2004, 07:12 PM

Ya that's what I think too but it is rather vexing to hear. I approach most things open minded unless they sound off or un-achievable. Even then, I'll try and make it work somehow.

I don't know, it did bother me to hear it though and it's made me look at myself and the messages I send out a little more closely.

Merika · 09-21-2004, 11:29 AM

I've never picked up on your being pessimistic....then again I don't know you real well on a personal basis. How your character comes out can also be in the eye of the beholder.

I've been told I'm 'Pissymistic'...that's pessimistic on PMS. LOL!

Duke · 09-21-2004, 01:12 PM

lmao, I don't believe myself to be a pessimist either but I owe it to myself to look inwardly and at least assess the situation.

Luba · 09-10-2005, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duke

lmao, I don't believe myself to be a pessimist either but I owe it to myself to look inwardly and at least assess the situation.

I don't think you are pessimistic (even though this is just about a year later), you are very honest and forthright, and you tell it like it is...