The power of a positive mind
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I want to take a moment to reflect on how our attitude and mindset affect our daily functions.
Pain, in one form of another, is present throughout our society and personal lives. We all, at some point, have experienced a pain or a trauma. I’m sorry. There is no denying that and no shortchanging it. Myself included, our wounds need healing. In order to heal, you must acknowledge and validate that pain. Only then can we move forward.
What we do next is critical. Simply saying “move on” and “put it behind you” is not an effective way to deal with pain or negativity. I believe that we make choices regarding what we LET affect us.
But if you don’t first deal with the underlying issue, you’re only masking the symptoms.
Making a decision for change in your life is not as simple as a rubber band around your writs, a tattoo or a t-shirt reminding you to smile or be happy. (Although it can really help!) Moments when we make true positive change are often during some of the most painful moments we experience. We decide how much power the pain can have. Don’t let your pain win, because then bitterness will move in.
A decision to forgive, a decision to let something go, a decision to move on takes time, takes strength, and above all takes effort.
Keeping the goal of “peace and positivity” is important, but in order to reach that goal you need to put in the work. The “work” you put in is very personal and customized to who you are. You may need to be journaling, acknowledging your pain, facing your feelings, leaving your environment, rejecting the negative thoughts, serving others or finally being kind to yourself.
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I want to leave you with some encouragement as we work toward a more positive self and a more positive world. Be that change you want to see in the world. Face those dark memories and bitter emotions. Draw from your inner strength and desire to feel that overwhelming peace. Look to your faith, family, or friends because we often need someone to walk along side of us. Look to the future and keep your eye on the prize. Be present in the moment while keeping a wide perspective.
Plan for tomorrow but don’t wait for tomorrow.
Live a life more extraordinary.
Xo
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This was a GOD send for me . All the words were as if they were sent to me for me . I have been asking for wisdom , a purpose for this pain . 4 years now without an income two spinal cord surgeries later ,one leaving my left leg without much feeling a partial foot drop . I may never wear heals walk right , run, dance . It has stolen so much . Joy, celebrations like my daughters graduation. Birthdays Christmas’s I could no longer contribute monetarily . It robs me of me everyday . bitterness has already set in , its driven a mountain in between my husband and I 32 years of marriage dangling hanging on for dear life along with my strength and Faith . friends gone . Just sadness and loneliness . I will KARI on until I have victory . I keep hoping GOD will use this for something glorious . xoxo
I discovered this way of thinking at the age of 24. I’ve tried to live my life simply by the knowledge of the power of the mind. Some of those times I would literally forget. How? Who knows…. sigh ….. but, I will be 60 in December, and it still makes me smile every time a genuine belief from my past thinking… presents itself right before my very eyes. All glittery. I’m not surprised, I don’t say, "Can you BElieve it??? I smile. Because it’s true. Thanks for sharing the knowledge. If more people will practice this at all times….the world would become so much less stressful.
Maria, I know exactly how you feel. But the best thing to do is face it head on. Like life hit you like a truck. You will come out the other side a stronger woman. Make the hard decisions and leave comfort behind. You are already an incredible person for admitting your struggles.
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I agree with all the things you said. At this moment I’m trying to get over I really complicated period of my life. I feel depressed and always running away from my real problems instead of facing them. I feel like a child you doesn’t want to face reality and is always running away.
But I’m want to change this face and step forward to a better understanding of myself and purpose in life.