Ireland has challenges, but we should laud progress

I am not sure if Ireland is unique in this regard, but our propensity for negativity and backbiting has to be seen to be believed.

The negative misery junkies that dominate a lot of popular discourse in this country will, very quickly, beat anybody who dares put their head above the parapet in a positive manner, down.

We need to appreciate what we do well; value those who are successful, and recognise shortcomings and challenges in a constructive manner.