Quote by Elbert Hubbard

A pessimist is one who has been compelled to live with an optimist.

A pessimist is one who has been compelled to live with an op

Summary

This quote suggests that living with someone who constantly maintains a positive outlook on life can be challenging for a pessimistic person. The pessimist is someone who tends to see and expect the worst outcomes and may find it difficult to understand or relate to the optimist's mindset. Their contrasting perspectives create a dynamic that can lead to frustration and dissatisfaction for the pessimist. It emphasizes the clash between a negative and positive mindset when individuals with opposing attitudes are in close proximity.

By Elbert Hubbard

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