Positive thinking
80% of Americans believe in heaven, but only 60% of them believe in hell. Could this be a reflection of the infamous American "power of positive thinking."
Even negative thinking, self-criticism, and guilt are forms of positive thinking, and equally despicable.
A few words tell it all
Old man: Do you think anyone is truly happy?
Radio priest: Well, I've met plenty, haven't you?
Old man: . . . I don't know . . .