“Talk about your blessings more than you talk about your problems.” ~ Anonymous

We stress and worry over our problems almost without thought. It’s natural, automatic, and takes no real effort. Many of us are programmed to assume the worst versus the best in every situation. We have little to no expectations. If there is no expectation, there is no disappointment, right?! Wrong! This couldn’t be further from the truth. Even when we expect the worst, we don’t somehow protect ourselves from the disappointment and hurt that is sure to follow. We continue to experience the same defeated result. I would even go as far to say this line of reasoning becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy.

But what if we could re-program our minds to believe the best? We won’t automatically be guaranteed a desired outcome, but we are guaranteed to generate a positive response.

As we shift our perspective, the hardships of life will no longer be a debilitating problem for us. When we learn to control our response, we strip the circumstance of having power over our minds, hearts, and even our lives. The negative stimuli can no longer impact the joy in our hearts. We shift our mindset from being problem-focused to solution-focused. We regain power and control over our circumstances, rather than letting these setbacks control us.

Be intentional with your thoughts. Be purposeful with your words. Focus on the good.

What you focus on will be magnified in your life.