I'm extremely cynical.?

The simplest way to counter cynicism is to consider heroism, and not just Medal of Honor winners but heroes where you live - the firemen, for example. There could be a hero living on your street. Also, it's important if you try to see things from the other person's point of view. People you're condemning probably feel justified in what they do. Then again, none of us is perfect.

You might want to read my depression answers, I have a lot of expert information, about self help and regular treatment. Click on my name.

Enjoy being cynical. After all cynics are merely evangelists in the Church of Reality, and it is easier to deal with reality than delusions.

In fact, join the gang of people who find comfort and humor in being a bit cynical.

http://www.cynical.ws/definition/cynic

cynic,
n. A disappointed optimist.
n. A man who, when he smells flowers, looks around for a coffin.

A cynic is not merely one who reads bitter lessons from the past, he is one who is prematurely disappointed in the future.
— Sidney J. Harris

The power of accurate observation is commonly called cynicism by those who have not got it.
— George Bernard Shaw

Just come to compromise, as this is not so hard to accept.