One of the most powerful things about one’s journey is that we have the choice to change paths throughout our lifetime.  I believe Jesus has a plan for us and as we make decisions along our journey he guides us.  It is our decision if we choose to listen or continue to remain in control of our direction.  

Some of us are thrown difficult forks in the road, some permanent some changeable.  In this lifetime our path and journey are adaptable. Some of the things that happen to us and situations we encounter, our physical and mental abilities, might seem impossible to change, but how we navigate the obstacles is critical.

When I am feeling under the weather or sorry for myself, I think about certain people in my life and the mountains they climb, physically and mentally, every day.  Interestingly, this group of people have been some of my most respected friends and they all seem to have some of the same character traits.    

Our mindset helps determine what we are capable of accomplishing no matter the circumstances.  Most of us feel sorry for ourselves on occasion.  The “why me” or momentary pity party.  However, individuals who overcome continuous obstacles don’t allow themselves to stay in the “why me” mindset for long.  

Their circumstances might not change, but their attitude shifts quickly from “Why me?” to “Let’s figure this out”.  In order for that to happen, one has to have a willingness to change.  A desire to move from the defeated stage to accepting one’s circumstances and on to a desire to push forward.

This group of people all see the value in having a “glass half full” attitude.  Choosing to ignore the bad and concentrate on the positive.  

There is value in knowing our shortcomings.  Being aware of what we need to work on and accepting of the things that we can’t control.  The handful of people I have been talking about all are able to work around their shortcomings.   

In reality, this group of people are both humble and good listeners; never turning their attention to themselves, regularly listening without judgment to the problems of those around them.  Living each day with love despite the issues they are challenged with daily. 

The most significant reset in my journey has been redefining love.  Once I experienced treating all things with love and the feeling of living in peace there was no other option, I was addicted.  Yes, I fall off the wagon, but I focus on prayer and reset my thoughts to love.    I give control back to Jesus and focus on love.

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