I have been pretty down and feeling terrible for the past few days, about the way things have been turning out in my life. A friend pointed out very recently that am the serious brooding types and it sent me thinking, re-evaluating everything I have been and am doing. I just have this terrible habit to looking at the past with fond memories and aching to go back in time,whining over all the horrible things that have been happening to me. But coming back to reality, those nostalgic feelings do nothing to bring me back to a happy state. So I make my happiness list, sort of the "gratitude stone" idea mentioned in The Secret . I take this piece of paper and scribble all those things that I am thankful for. It sort of makes me see that ray of bright sunshine that helps you decide which way to run in that dark tunnel of hopelessness. Saw The Pursuit of Happiness again. Oh I love that movie. Biggest lesson learnt in the meanwhile- "Some times its best to just let it go. "
So here is my gratitude list -
1) I have been blessed with the most wonderful set of friends who accept and love me unconditionally for everything I am,with all the good and bad I have. Best part of it all- No judging.
2) 2009 and 2010 were complete nightmares but 2011 was great. It was the best year of my life and 2012 is turning out pretty well.
3) I have started to be more optimistic about several things in life. I was never a pessimist for that matter but the optimism has increased.
4) Best buddy and I have reunited after years (no we didn't split,its just that we had lost all contact for 2 years). It was pure joy meeting her.
5) I hurt some people through the years. So I decided to call all of them and apologize and surprisingly and thankfully, all of them forgave me.
6) I have finally realized what I got to do with my life. So the fog has cleared up but its a long way. I just hope I have the strength to live up to it.
7) I have met some amazing people recently, who have had a HUGE impact on my life. Infectious fur ball of happiness that they are,they bring smiles at the most needed hours, without having to tell them you are low. They just somehow know it by instinct. Am so glad I know them. :)
Well, thats all I could think of. Am sure there are many other reasons for me to smile, I can't remember them at present.
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So here is my gratitude list -
1) I have been blessed with the most wonderful set of friends who accept and love me unconditionally for everything I am,with all the good and bad I have. Best part of it all- No judging.
2) 2009 and 2010 were complete nightmares but 2011 was great. It was the best year of my life and 2012 is turning out pretty well.
3) I have started to be more optimistic about several things in life. I was never a pessimist for that matter but the optimism has increased.
4) Best buddy and I have reunited after years (no we didn't split,its just that we had lost all contact for 2 years). It was pure joy meeting her.
5) I hurt some people through the years. So I decided to call all of them and apologize and surprisingly and thankfully, all of them forgave me.
6) I have finally realized what I got to do with my life. So the fog has cleared up but its a long way. I just hope I have the strength to live up to it.
7) I have met some amazing people recently, who have had a HUGE impact on my life. Infectious fur ball of happiness that they are,they bring smiles at the most needed hours, without having to tell them you are low. They just somehow know it by instinct. Am so glad I know them. :)
Well, thats all I could think of. Am sure there are many other reasons for me to smile, I can't remember them at present.
Post Inspiration- This post from privytrifles
This is honestly one of the most sincere and heart-felt posts I've read in a long time.
ReplyDeleteThank you so very much Jenny...It means a lot to me.
DeleteAwh this made me smile. Optimism for the win!
ReplyDeleteEven though sometimes I'm a cynic/realist.
Am so glad this post could make you smile. Yeah even am a realist for most part of me, but at times only optimism that helps :)
DeleteThis was such a sweet post. I loved the honesty which reflected in each and every word of it.
ReplyDeleteAww thank you so much... :)
DeleteAnd you know what - you are such a sweetheart no one can ever remain angry with you. I am sure they must be just waiting for your call to be back with you ;)
DeleteHaha you are too kind to say that :P
DeleteThat's a lovely way to deal when things aren't going right - make a happiness list! Maybe I should try that :)
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better soon *hugs*
Wold love to see your list. Thanks for the hugs ^_^
DeleteWhat a positive and uplifting post! It can be hard to truly be grateful for what we have, and I admire you for sharing this! Great post girl!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Amber. Would love to see your happiness list too. :)
DeleteIn my school days we had a song in school, your post reminded me that: "Count your many blessings. Name them one by one. And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done...".... :)
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Yeah I remember it too... We are so engrossed mopping over things undone that we forget to see the bright side. :)
DeleteThis post is really something I felt many times last year..I did not make a list...but being optimistic was the road I took..!! I love this post because it is sincere and right from your heart!! <3 <3
ReplyDeleteThank you girl :) <3
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