Week Three-Thoughts on Chapter 3

Optimism and Reality

   It is said that optimism is "the capacity to look at odds that are impossible, to believe that it is still possible to win, and to convince others that you are right". It is really positive perspective. Then, how people can get this positive thinking and where it comes from? In L@E, "Optimism may not be a natural act for everyone, but there is reason to believe that it is an ability that can be learned and greatly improved".
   First, it is important to turn the idea which come from inside of you. Therefore, it needs to talk to yourself actively and positively so that cultivating optimism by this "inner dialog". I think it sometimes needs to being afford to talk and contemplate yourself by taking some time during walking the street or taking a bath. It is also written that the first step in cultivating optimism is to pay close attention to what you say to yourself.  One example from L@E that seeing self optimistic image "You can do it!"in the mirror every morning is very easy to understand. I think visible image and simle memorable message have strong power that being able to keep in mind and also change the behavior written in Chapter 2. At the same time, it can relate to cultivate self-confidence by seeing self good image. Moreover, it is necessary to send positive message consistently like every morning. It is the way of develop a feeling of optimism and fix the continuous action in mind.

   In the case of some group or team, it is important to spread the spirit of Optimism. I think atmosphere the leader makes really influence the team's motivation, so right words and tone are very important and the leader should be care about that. I think this is the "resonant leadership" that Ken said before. It is said that leader who are successful at The Edge are able to instill in others the belief that the organization will achieve its goals. To do this, it must not withhold basic information about the situation of team. Ken also said "Information, Information and Information". It is important to explain and tell the truth so that the leader can get reliance. In addition, effective leadership in demanding situations means being able to see the optimistic view and, at the same time, deal with stark reality. "There are times at The Edge in which the perceived attitude of leader is a powerful force that can create energy and optimism or fear and pessimism"