PMA was introduced by Napoleon Hill in 1937 in "Think and Grow Rich". Defined as positive characteristics like faith, integrity, hope, and courage. Opposite of negativity and hopelessness
National Hug a Plumber Day celebrates unsung heroes in daily life. World Penguin Day focuses on conservation of Southern Hemisphere birds. World Malaria Day aims to prevent deaths of half a million annually. National DNA Day highlights DNA's role in healthcare and science
Young orphan Pollyanna believes in positive attitude overcoming difficult problems. She moves in with dour aunt, encountering disheartened people. Pollyanna spreads hope despite challenges from community. Inspired doctor leads campaign against aunt, straining Pollyanna's goodwill
Back to the Future (1985) features time-traveling Marty McFly with Doc Brown. Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) shows high school student's magical adventures. The Princess Bride (1987) tells story of separated Buttercup and Westley. Working Girl (1988) follows aspiring businesswoman Tess McGill. Field of Dreams (1989) explores second chances through baseball
Optimism means focusing on the good rather than dwelling on the bad. It's about accepting both positive and negative feelings as natural. Optimists look for potential benefits in difficult situations
Positive thinking means approaching life challenges with a positive outlook. Optimistic thinkers credit themselves for good events and blame external factors for bad ones. Pessimistic thinkers blame themselves for bad events and view negative ones as permanent