The Dalai Lama has a keen sense of humor. He says,
"Choose to be optimistic. It feels better."
When we have a choice, who wouldn't want to feel better?
Half full? Half empty? As you can see from this graphic, a glass of water is always full, if we consider water AND air. I admit I have optimistic tendencies; I'm in the camp that thinks there is something good to be found in every day, even if every day may not feel good.
Here's to finding something good in this day. I hope you find many things that inspire you, and make you feel, if not happier, at least, hopeful.
"It's not always easy to feel grateful. Sometimes we could give in and let pain dominate our day, or we could succumb to a lingering mood. There will always be challenges and setbacks, but if we allow ourselves to settle in to the moment, we might discover the hidden gifts waiting to be found."(If you are interested in reading further, you can read more of "The Glad Game".)
Here's to finding something good in this day. I hope you find many things that inspire you, and make you feel, if not happier, at least, hopeful.
I am grateful my optimistic mother instilled her optimistic attitude in me. There is always a reason to be grateful, and gratitude breeds optimism!
ReplyDeleteI credit my mom with my optimism, too. Thanks for reading, Denise!
DeleteI'm an optimist NOW although it's been a long road of worry and negativity in my younger days to get where I am. After experiencing stress I decided to take a different route. I'm much happier now.
ReplyDeleteA convert, huh? That is so cool. Old habits die hard. So glad you are happier.
DeleteAnd my favorite recently read insight: THE GLASS CAN ALWAYS BE REFILLED! Scarcity is b.s.
ReplyDeleteI love that idea!
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