One of the great characteristics of optimism is that it keeps one in a positive mindset .

William was a young man who did well in his job . He was always happy .

Bob his co-worker was curious to know why. “Why are you so happy . This work is so mundane , that I just want to quit .”

William responded “Why worry ; enjoy what you do .” There is no point in complaining ; what benefit can you get .”

Bob still went on ,” The boss is a real task master . He has no good thing to say . Besides some of my colleagues tend to be his favourites.”

“ Do you really think life would be better if the boss changes, or you have new colleagues in another workplace?”queried William .

What is work , if not a form of service . Whether it is private or corporate, whether one’s own entrepreneurship or otherwise.”

Bob replied ,” What happens when you are still with the same job all your life and the boss does not change ?”

“Well then, grin and bear it , but still be happy .” smiled William .

Try saying “I am happy” every half hour .

“Do you know my secret is that the Lord is my boss . I give my best efforts to him . What does it matter who my boss is . I may have changes in bosses , but God is still changeless . When you are happy , you make others happy and then you will begin to see the people you dislike in a new light .”

This verse from scripture will be more enlightening.

‘Slaves, be obedient to the men who are called your masters in this world; not only when you are under their eye, as if you had only to please men, but wholeheartedly , out of respect for the Master. Whatever your work is, put your heart into it as if it were for the Lord and not for men, knowing that the Lord will repay you by making you his heirs. It is Christ that you are serving.’ (Colossians3:22-24)

For those who are masters,

‘Masters, make sure that your slaves are given what is just and fair, knowing that you too have a Master in heaven.’ (Colossians 4:1)