“The decision to be positive is not one that disregards or belittles sadness that exists. It is rather a conscious choice to focus on the good and to cultivate happiness – genuine happiness. Happiness is not a limited resource. When we devote our energy and time to trivial matters and choose to stress over things that … Continue reading The Decision To Be Positive
Sadness
Bright, Blue, and Dark
Despite what the Migraine app claims, I slept horribly (hours don't count unless it's quality sleep). Under normal circumstances the fact that I took two Benadryl for my allergies would mean I would have gotten an extra 2-3 hours of sleep. Alas, around 5:00 a.m. I was haunted by Case Study #2. Note To Self: Change … Continue reading Bright, Blue, and Dark
Do You Feel Cold And Lost…
“Do you feel cold and lost in desperation? You build up hope, but failure’s all you’ve known. Remember all the sadness and frustration? And let it go. Let it go.” ―Linkin Park
Imagine Smiling…
“Imagine smiling after a slap in the face. Then think of doing it twenty-four hours a day.” ―Markus Zusak
There Is No Beauty In…
"There is no beauty in sadness. No honor in suffering. No growth in fear. No relief in hate. It’s just a waste of perfectly good happiness.” ―Katerina Stoykova Klemer
Is Time Really The Great Healer?
Each year on her birthday and the anniversary of her death, I try to memorialize my mother in some way. Writing is the best way I know how, outside of talking about her with those that loved her. One day my children will be able to look back on what is written about their Grandmother, they … Continue reading Is Time Really The Great Healer?
Notice…
Make sure no one close to you is enjoying the fact that you're hurting. If you stumble upon this, kick them to the curb and free yourself of their negativity.
