Pollyanna Whittier
An optimistic orphan who goes to live with her stern Aunt Polly.
Core Belief
"There is always something to be glad about, no matter how difficult the circumstances."
Worldview
Pollyanna sees the world as fundamentally good, filled with opportunities for joy and connection. She believes that everyone is capable of kindness and that even the most difficult people can be reached with love and understanding.
Personality
Pollyanna is relentlessly optimistic, finding something to be glad about in every situation. She is kind, compassionate, and energetic, always eager to spread joy and help others. Despite facing hardship and loss, she maintains a positive outlook and encourages those around her to do the same.
In Their Own Words
"Oh, Aunt Polly, Aunt Polly, I don't know how to be glad enough that you let me come to live with you. You don't know how perfectly lovely it is to have you and Nancy and all this after you've had just the Ladies' Aid!"
"Goosey! Why, just be glad because you don't--NEED--'EM!"
"Why, it's a game. Father told it to me, and it's lovely."
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