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by philosopher on October 4th, 2009
When your surrounded by all negative people who dislike you for being a positive person.
by sjane23 on October 4th, 2009
where death is concerned, i made that mistake and said to my mum "well at least she doesn't have to fight anymore" the woman died of cancer.
by goodbyebag on October 4th, 2009
when someone dies.
by Ray Del Sol on October 5th, 2009
when your positivity has departed from the land of reality and landed in the land of denial
by Bohemian is back on October 5th, 2009
When you misjudge your abilities or those of your children. I saw a mother praise her teenage son to the hilt for his artwork which was so aweful a child could have done better. The more she praised him, the more he was made a fool of. Not long afterwards she kicked him out of the house. He had a complete nervous breakdown and ended up in a padded cell not being able to speak at all. I am not saying that it was entirely the mother's fault but she made a large contribution to it.
by 1858 Remington 1-21-13 on October 4th, 2009
Being positive that Bozo Obama will be a good president. He's not.
by twinkle123 on October 4th, 2009
Sometimes a really positive person may not realise the seriousness of a situation, like how ill someone is or how bad someone may be feeling about something.
by kickit on October 4th, 2009
1.When your a 1 legged man @ azz kickin convention and thinking your gonna win..
2.Sitting here waiting on you to come pick me up for dinner, knowing we are miles apart but being positive you'll pull up any minute..
by uncacal on October 4th, 2009
When you are being tested for illegal drugs or deadly diseases.
by Old School on October 4th, 2009
Just look at the previous presidential administration...:-P...
by Sir yhvhash on October 5th, 2009
I cannot think of a time when being positive is wrong or destructive - only times when it is unwelcome. Just ask Jesus.
by dumdum on October 5th, 2009
My wife is the nicest most pleasent, positive, untrustworthy, irresponsible person I know - and that's not good for me although she seems to enjoy it. +5
by Lucky on October 5th, 2009
When you are around a total negative person, this is not good. Opposites attract!
by RosieGHM Jetpacker on October 5th, 2009
I can't think of one example offhand. Positive/hopeful/optimistic works for me in every situation. I look for the silver lining, I don't settle for the dark clouds. I learn from everything, even those things that others might perceive as totally negative. All it takes is an attitude adjustment. :)
by Merriment on October 4th, 2009
When it's not genuine.
Being surface positive while struggling with harsher feelings can lead to suppressed anger.
Or
When you feel badly and beat yourself up because you just can't work up a "positive" spin on a situation that really is *that* bad.
by manza on October 4th, 2009
positive for drug test or for AIDS heheh.. sorry kidding
by Symbeline on October 4th, 2009
When positivism is used to deny harsh reality, in order to make oneself better. That shouldn't happen, as its strong conviction engenders ignorance, and as such, the ills and woes of humanity are allowed free passage, since they're not acknowledged, having been exchanged by Jesus, and contests to see who can fart out the most sunshine.
I may be a pessimist, but I personally rather call it realism. Hope for the best, but prepare for the best yo.
by lonelydragon on October 4th, 2009
Sometimes, overly optimistic people seem unsympathetic because they give pat answers to others' problems. While the optimist may be trying to help, it might seem as if he/she is just making light of the situation. So it is often better to say, "I am sorry you feel that way" or "I can understand why you might feel _____", rather than trying to find the good in the situation. Does that make sense?
by words o wisdom on October 4th, 2009
When the guy goes soft... I learned from experience not to say it's not a big deal. HAHA oops. We'll just have to try again goes down much smoother.
by Sage Chexie at your service on October 4th, 2009
When empathy and the ability to relate is more useful.
by More2Be on October 4th, 2009
I work in a business that often requires problem-solving. This problem solving, in turn, requires dogged persistence long past the point where most people would simply quit. Those most suitable to do the job are not the boy scout or little-miss-sunshine types. In history, think of Lincoln and Churchill. Both were known to carry depression. Churchill called it his black dog. It took the character of people who have everyday familiarity with pushing past hopeless negativity to pull off what they did, thorough the worst of times, long before there appeared any glimmer of hope.
by Sheriff Raff -Answerhag on October 4th, 2009
If you are HIV positive.
by Shemarq the Wamama on October 4th, 2009
When you have convinced yourself of something that is not reality.
by Moley the contrary female dragon on October 4th, 2009
If it means you dont accept the reality of a serious situation.You just convince yourself there is really no reason to do anything.+5
by calicorey on October 4th, 2009
Driving off a bridge and them saying "the good news is there is only water below".
by plocrates on October 4th, 2009
you can look arrogant, no one likes tat and you definitely wont get the job!!!!
by Sunny_Gal on October 4th, 2009
Positve anything is better than negative nothing+6
A person may give a pradoxical creature: A person sometime give postive answer in a decided negative
by dancer on October 4th, 2009
Being in denial. +5
by kidatheartandsoul on October 4th, 2009
Complainers hate that.There they are on a pity pot,and you don't buy the drama!
Are you toutable? Can other folks change your mind for you if they are convincing enough? Do you believe others easily? Why?
by RosieGHM Jetpacker on February 1st, 2012
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When you write do you write in script or print?
by ARTICFOX700 on February 2nd, 2012
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Do you apply the same standards to others as you do to you? Do you find fault with them or you more often? Or do you never criticize?
by RosieGHM Jetpacker on February 3rd, 2012
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If you had to add something important up, would you rather use your mind or a calculator?
by ARTICFOX700 on January 31st, 2012
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If you were choosen how well can you give a speech in an important function?
by ARTICFOX700 on January 31st, 2012
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