Optimism is a choice we make every day—a way of seeing the world that focuses on possibility rather than limitation. It doesn’t mean ignoring hardships but believing that even in difficult moments, something good can come from them. Being open to joy is just as important. Joy isn’t something we have to wait for or earn; it’s already around us, in small moments and simple pleasures, if we’re willing to notice. When we embrace both optimism and joy, we give ourselves the chance to move through life with more hope, gratitude, and resilience, no matter what challenges come our way.