Friday, August 8, 2008

Turn that frown upside down.

Oh Strawberry Shortcake, such words of wisdom you speak! Lately, I have been overcome with negativity. Clouds have been hanging over my head on a constant basis. I really can't pin point what it is. I do know I've been allowing others negativity to affect me which since I realize it, I need to work on continuing to put out what I need rather than reacting in a manner that does not benefit anyone. I feel like the ongoing negative cycle I have with one person overflows into the rest of my life so that I am putting forth negativity in my other relationships. Well, we all know what that gets me! More negativity. It's a viscous circle that I know all too well. Sometimes it is easier to get caught up in in it rather than battle against it. I need to start doing my daily affirmations again. As cheesy as it sounds, journaling about everything I am thankful for, even if it is just little things, really sets my mind on the right track for the day. So, I won't even go into what is bothering me because all that will do is invoke those bad things and I don't need that anymore! So, instead I'll redirect my energy to the good things.

I am thankful that I have been able to help several people this week at work. I am thankful that it is the weekend. the weather has been beautiful and I opened up the house last night to let nature back into our home! I love my dogs and my husband and they love me. I have a wonderful family that cares about me even when I act like a brat! I am thankful that I have my health and that I am able to exercise and play and be alive! I will celebrate life. I will start fresh and allow others to do the same. I will hold each individual up to be respected and treated with kindness. I will be curious rather than reactionary about others perspectives in hopes that they will do the same for me! All life should be celebrated! Life is a celebration! Celebrate with me friends!

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