I have always been one to think in terms of the glass half full.  That does not mean that I have been happy with everything in my life, but it does mean that I seek out a positive perspective.

We all have varying degrees of physical, emotional, and financial challenges.  Life is not fair, but we do have a choice as to how we respond to those challenges. 

Sometimes we have to reach deep within ourselves to find something positive.  A major accomplishment might be having the energy or ability to get up in the morning.  Getting up to start your day is a win and something that should be celebrated. 

My journey has shown me firsthand how important it is to be able to redefine your perceptions of a glass half full.  As life brings us new challenges we have to make peace with the new and find ways to celebrate and be thankful. 

I am fully aware that a positive outlook is easier for some to find than for others.  It is a choice that I make each day.  A choice to look at things with hope.  To be both realistic and optimistic.  I understand the current situation, yet I believe all things are possible.

When I feel myself experiencing negative thoughts I thank Jesus, in advance, for helping me change my perspective.  I look for the positive, but not the fake.  I am not trying to trick myself, I am allowing myself to find encouragement through Jesus.     

Love, faith, hope, and prayer are all essential ingredients in my everyday life.  Love opens my heart to compassion.  Faith allows me, without a doubt, to believe all things are possible.  Hope provides an opportunity for a brighter tomorrow and prayer an opportunity to thank Jesus.          

I anxiously await a world where there is no pain and suffering; until then, I choose to keep a positive perspective with the glass half full.

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