Transforming neuroticism into optimism

Awakening from neuroticism into optimism is akin to riding a plane up and through a thick, grey storm and, upon passing through the worst of it, entering the sunny, tranquil air above the storm, enjoying both the sun above and the newfound perspective of the storm below.  Similarly, it is like being on the ground during the storm and shifting the mind away from the cold muck, to the sounds of creatures stirring, to the prospect of new, green growths, to the free street cleaning gifted from above, for the opportunity to splash, to change clothes, to enjoy time indoors.  In short, perspective lets us rise above our problems and see the truth that life only presents challenges and lessons.