This document provides 7 ways to cultivate optimism: 1. Replace problem-focused thinking with solution-focused thinking by focusing on things that could make a situation better. 2. Lay out a daily 30-second "movie" of your life focusing on positive aspects. 3. Find any improvements in your current situation to think positively. 4. Limit distractions and avoid negative people or saboteurs. 5. Ask yourself daily what you've done well to reinforce optimism. 6. Figure out ways to avoid temptations that could lead you away from steady progress. 7. Smile more often as it is a natural response that shares happiness and can reduce stress while making you appear more