Optimism:

Now, I'm not one to preach this way of life, as I tend to struggle with it myself. Being an optimist is tough as a teenager. I mean, we're teenagers. Obviously we complain. We wake up at 5:30 in the morning to go to school, come home to do hours of homework, sleep, and then do it all over again. It's insanity!! You can't expect us to do it all without any argument.

So many friends of mine  have told me that I need to be more positive. But how am I supposed to do that with the weight of the world constantly bearing down on me? How is anyone supposed to do that? Only recently I have discovered the key:

Look at the bright side:
Ok, yes, it sounds cheesy, but it's true. When you look at the bright side, your life will be more meaningful. When things only seem to look down, persevere. Believe that life is a roller coaster, so that with every decline comes an incline.

Associate yourself with happy people:
Whether it be friends or family, maintain friendships with the people who build you up, not tear you down. These are the people who you will remember for the rest of your life.

See the best in people: 
It may seem like everyone's kindness is a deception, but if you believe that every thing happens for a reason, then you will be successful. I know it's hard sometimes, but life is short, and if you don't take the time to appreciate the small things, then you'll miss out on everything the world has to offer.

Have confidence in yourself:
It might seem impossible, but believe that your life has a purpose. You are beautiful on the inside and out, and without you, people would be lost. Keep your friends close and make sure that you value your friendship dearly, so that one day you can look back with no regrets.

Being positive all the time is impossible, but if you do these little things, life won't seem like such a burden.