Have you ever heard the saying that attitude is everything? If you have, then you may know it to be true. While it can be difficult to be positive all the time, being an optimist has been linked to many things, including better health. Doctors will tell you that patients who are optimistic about treatment are those that always recover faster than those who are pessimistic. When you are positive, you can accomplish things that some may have thought were unrealistic. A positive attitude can help you build strong relationships as well as create increased motivation.