How can I stop being so cynical?

Hi, anonymous person. I hope my answer helps, but you have to be 100% gut-wrenching honest with YOURSELF. First, identify when in your life the entire world began to be so horrible. What happened? You are really mad/depressed about something and it's coming out as generalized anger/cynicism You need to identify what is driving your cynicism, your anger, in order to get rid of it. Second, it's possible some of your brain chemicals are imbalanced. Are you a guy? Depression often comes out as anger in guys, esp your age. You may need some meds to equalize some of the chemicals that might be messed up for now. See your doc about this. Re greedy, dishonest people - yep, the world is full of them. The world also is full of joyful, caring people who don't feel any rip-sh** need to justify their existence to anyone. Know what? You DO care, or you wouldn't have written to YA. Face and work thru your anger (doctor, counselor, tree trunk...). Volunteer your time to sick kids or shelter animals. Take meds if needed. You WILL feel better in time.