Optimism is a strategy for making a better future. Because unless you believe that the future can be better, you are unlikely to step up and take responsibility for making it so.
乐观是一种创造更美好未来的策略。因为除非你相信未来会更好，否则你不太可能站出来为创造这样的未来承担责任。
自由贸易使得资源得以最优配置。
"There are better starters than me but I'm a strong finisher."
I think it's possible for ordinary people to choose to be extraordinary.