If you've been feeling discouraged about the stock market over the past year, you're not alone.

We've experienced a roller coaster of ups and downs, and while prices have rebounded slightly in recent weeks, many experts are still warning about a potential recession later this year -- which could take a toll on the market.

However, if history shows us anything, it's that there's one great reason to be optimistic about the future of the stock market.

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