It's a new year for Optimist Clubs in the Pacific Northwest District and around the globe.
Today, we are happy to announce the new theme for the 2020-2021 administrative year. Optimist International President Mark Weinsoff asks us to Choose Optimism. It is a personal decision that we must make for ourselves each and every day. When we choose optimism, we'll find that we are more grateful, more resilient, and happier.
When President Mark visited the PNW District in August 2019, he discussed positive psychology and what he believes are the five elements of well-being:
Optimism
Purpose
Engagement
Relationships
Accomplishment
Watch for the fall edition of The Optimist to learn more about President Mark Weinsoff and OPERA, among other things.
In the Pacific Northwest, we welcome Eddie Solorzano to the role of Governor. We're looking forward to sharing more of Eddie's plans in the coming weeks. For now, he asks that you plan for a district quarterly on October 31 with more details (will it be virtual or live?) to be given soon.
Best wishes to President Mark, Governor Eddie, and all Optimist Club Presidents assuming their new responsibilities today. Choose Optimism and let your resilience lead us through the challenging times ahead.
