You are welcome.

The last thing I would want is to sound judgmental or paternalistic to a stranger whom I am talking to for the first time; yet, I believe saying the right thing could do no one harm.

Your words have lasting effects and consequences for you. If you choose to utter the negative words only, people (mistakely) would take you for being a  pessimist. A certain degree of positivity is not just desirable, it is also imperative.

People like to be with those who exude a sense of warmth, hope and geniality. I hope my "lecture" does not bore you anew.

Get well soon.