Belief = Performance!

The economy's overall performance can be compared to an individual, and their overall performance.  It's well-known that the total "output" of an individual is positively correlated with the confidence they possess.  What a person believes deep down about their ability and their chances of success will ultimately determine what they can and will become.

                                          Belief = Performance!

The economy is driven by a similar set of circumstances.  If the general belief is that the economy is doing well, and people (at least, collectively) have enough confidence in it, then, just like a self-fulfilling prophecy, the economy will end up doing well.

What do YOU believe about today's economy?  Is it doing well or not, and why?