I like to think that every day is a new beginning, a do-over, of sorts. And, why shouldn’t it be? Every day we have the chance to reinvent ourselves, try something new, apologize for our past regrets and learn and grow. Why not allow ourselves to experience life, our family and friends in a new light with renewed passion and excitement each day? It’s Friday and I’m feeling profound (it’s 5:00 am so there really aren’t any profound thoughts coming from me – just thought saying it might make it so!).
I believe it is never too late to build on the lessons I’ve learned and change that which is not working in my life. Instead of thinking about a problem or issue the same way or staying in the same rut, I can change my approach.
I do start my day the same way: wake up with the “harp” alarm on my iPhone, say the same thing in my mind (after a few choice words about how early it is) – “thank you for allowing me to get up, feed my kids and start my day,” get the paper and then have my waffles. However, I also do one thing that allows for the “flexibility” in my day – I leave myself open for any and all new experiences that will allow the sharing of my positive energy (hopefully I have some that day!).
If the previous day was difficult, maybe with the kids, work, etc., I try to start the next day with a positive intention: “How do I want to be today?” Now, let’s be honest; sometimes the person “I want to be today” is not always my best self but it’s the intention … the desire to make the change.
I have a few people in my life who, more often than not, have a negative mindset. They seem to find the darkness in situations. While I still spend time with those people, I try to be the opposite (and surround myself with the opposite) by reflecting happiness and joy. Of course, I am not always a bundle of happiness and joy … no one is! But think how different life is when you feel and use your positive energy verses when you don’t!
So, I’m going to create two daily positive thoughts for myself (and my kids):
1. I am going to use my positive energy today and find ways to share it with others; and
2. I am going to live in the present moment and treat people in my life as if it were the last moment.
Sounds decent and doable (I will allow myself a cranky hour or so once in a while!)
Have a great start to your weekend!
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