I agree with Kim Stanley Robinson to an extent. Having a positive mindset is essential in order to handle changes and tough situations. However, utopian and positive thinking can only get you so far. Imagining that things could get better is the first step but not the key step. It is only for getting you started. I believe that the best way to overcome anything and especially a dystopia is a plan and action. Without strategic planning, the plan cannot be effective. Action is definitely the most important step. I also think that having a group of like-minded people around to help execute the plan is necessary. Manpower is essential especially when you are up against those with the highest-ranking and most power in a society.
