Positivity

The other day I was asked how I remain so positive in life. This question really got me thinking… Am I always positive, what drives me, do others perceive me this way and what pushes me through the day?

I know that I truly believe there is always a positive side to life even when some days it is like trying to find a needle in a haystack. And actually it is those days it is hard to find that I become very motivated because for me there is almost a need to believe in the positive. Being positive and seeing the positive makes life worthwhile and meaningful for me. I thrive in finding ways to see the light and helping others find that light in themselves and their surroundings.

However some days I am exhausted and do not have the energy to find the positive and I find myself stuck. On these days it takes a lot of energy to decide to push myself forward. If I am able on that day to push forward I feel so much better but that decision to push can feel like I am trying to move a car with my bare hands. On these days I can find it useful to allow myself some down time and time to be sad or angry or anxious. These emotions are part of life and running away from them does not solve or make a person feel better. I do not let these emotions take over but live in the moment and remind myself that tomorrow is a new day.

Being positive not only helps me feel better but it helps me open my eyes to the beauty all around me. I love to go for a morning walk and hear the birds singing and watch the sun rising. I enjoy meeting new people and hearing their amazing life stories. Everyone I meet and get a chance to talk to reminds me of how amazing we all are and inspire me every day. Opening your eyes to see the amazing beauty, strength, love, courage that exists is my motivation to remain positive. Being positive is a choice we all make every moment of every day. Remind yourself of the good not only in yourself but in others. Approach life with love and kindness and it will come back to you ten fold.