I'm currently reading Your Best Life Now by Joel Osteen, when I'm feeling a bit stressed and pessimistic it's really tough to read this "be positive" stuff and especially to put it into practice. I suppose that is when I need it most!
Early into the second chapter I've found a suggestion that I like/would like to implement, so I'm posting it as a reminder to myself and to share it with anyone needing a boost:
"It's important that you program your mind for success. That won't happen automatically. Each day, you must choose to live with an attitude that expects good things to happen to you. The bible says, "Set your mind and keep it set on the higher things." When you get up in the morning, the first thing you should do is set your mind in the right direction. Say something such as "This is going to be a great day. God is guiding and directing my steps. His favor is surrounding me. Goodness and mercy are following me. I'm excited about today!" Start your day with faith and expectancy, and then go out anticipating good things. Expect circumstances to change in your favor. Expect people to go out of their way to help you. Expect to be at the right place at the right time."
So, I resolve to try and make this a regular part of my daily routine (even on the days that I feel like complete and utter crap :)
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