I will certainly make an effort to try to remain optimistic.

[She doubts she can have that same kind of hope after all she's been through and knowing the depths that some people can sink to, but she can at least remind herself to hope for the best while preparing for the worst. She can remind herself that redemption is possible for people provided they seek it and take action to try to make up for their mistakes. She can balance realism with optimism.]

I think I'll have greater success at simply reminding myself to be kind, though.