Go Min!
I think taking the time to read an article and being purposeful about what you want to communicate is so much more effective and more human that the 'here - read this!' approach - but much scarier!

Sounds like a great meeting. it's fine not to be optimistic, better in someways, as long as you keep moving toward those goals.

Smiles,
Grinity

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