Staying Positive When Circumstances Seem Ugly & Grim

I want to give you some thoughts to consider. See how they may apply to your life. At the conclusion of number nine, consider the self-reflection questions. This is a great way to apply the concepts to your life.

1.    Reality is more than just my perception.

• The truth in my mind is what I choose to believe about what I perceive.

• The eyes of my soul see clearly through the lens of faith, regardless of what my physical eyes see. 

2.    When the world around me gets grim, I stay calm because the eyes of faith allow me to see beyond apparent circumstances.

• Although I may initially perceive negativity, I find something positive in every situation.

3.    A dead end to most people is the beginning of a new opportunity for me to be creative.

• When I face an obstacle, I immediately pray for peace of mind.

• My ability to have a positive attitude in times of crisis begins with inner peace.

4.    Prayer is more than just a last resort when I have run out of options; it is the first place I turn.

5.    Through the darkest of times, I find comfort in knowing that there is enough grace for me to walk through whatever situation I experience.  

6.    I can be positive in the midst of ugly circumstances because I focus on the lesson to be learned, rather than the price to be paid.

7.    I am thankful for the difficult moments in life because those are the ones that help me grow.

8.    Today, I choose to be a ray of hope in the darkness by finding any trace of positivity and magnifying it.

9.    I turn to prayer as my lifeline even when I would rather succumb to my fears.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1.    What lesson can I learn from the situations I find myself in today?

2.    What is the role of prayer in adjusting my attitude?

3.    How is perception a choice?

4.    What do I choose to see when I look at my life?