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Day of Positivity

BrattyOne2 — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 09:27:15 GMT

Okay, so I'm 21 and to most people would think my life is very simple. I should have it easy with no worries. I wish that were true. I think the old saying you never know until you walk a day in that person's shoes is so true....or a walk my path for a day.

I really struggle to keep my life positive. I lost my Mom a few days after I turned 18 to cancer. I just see so much negativity in the world and am hoping that people on the board will join me in turning today into a day of positivity. A day of not finding reasons to complain, criticize, or to just be a downer. Let's try and post something positive that will lift others up.

One of my favorite quotes is, "Kindness is not an act, it's a lifestyle." It is something I strive for every single day of my life. Who are you going to show kindness to today?

If you can't think of someone to do it for, please do it for me. I really need to see that people still have good hearts.

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ms traditional — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 09:44:02 GMT

you're right - reaching out and brightening someone else's day is a big upper! helping out at a senior center - reading, helping with activities - or on the opposite side of the spectrum, being a Big Sister to a youngster might be some options for involvement. i enjoyed helping out at an L A school with their student reading program.

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qualitygal — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 10:31:33 GMT

Your mother would be proud of you.

I agree, I've also wanted to post, "can we just have one day of no digs, complaints, etc." It's not that big of a request, and I agree with you. Negatives wear you out!!! Smiling uses less wrinkles than frowning.

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meallen616 — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 11:45:01 GMT

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jubilant — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 12:20:35 GMT

I am sorry you lost your mother at such a young age. I pray that you will be given the courage and wisdom you need to face life's trials. It is my faith that holds me up and gets me through the tough times. Life can be hard....but it can be good, too!

I like this quote by Helen Keller:

"The best and most beautiful things in the world can't be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart".

She would know!

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LilyLu — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 12:40:35 GMT

What a wise young woman you are. Thank you for this post. You are an inspiration to women of all ages. Bless you.

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Skyegirl21 — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 13:09:42 GMT

You seem wise beyond your years. I'm sorry you have seen a lot of sadness . Please may I suggest you Look up and watch youtubes from Louise Hay. She is the epitome of positvity and teaches a mindset of optimism and gratitude. Good and kind thoughts opens us up to more goodness, as well as the opposite- Life is not easy, and life has yet to be what I expect, but it's still good. So I am detached from strongly held ideas of what will be, because it's usually very different... 💖 Sending strength and resilience.

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pattypeep — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 13:18:22 GMT

@BrattyOne2

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AngelPuppy1 — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 13:45:07 GMT

Thank you for this lovely post! I am so tired of all of the negativity that we are bombarded with and on t.v., and the news lately -- and I will not say what -- but I know you all know what I am speaking of. I find it truly appalling. I think we should try to give people the benefit of the doubt. See what people can do and not already pre-judge them. People are capable of goodness and doing good things. Don't condemn all the time.

It is much easier to be around someone who looks at you and smiles and says --- good morning --- how are you -- than it is to be around someone who frowns at you and starts grumbing and complaining. It tends to make you feel down and negaitive yourself.

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proudlyfromNJ — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 13:50:10 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 wrote:
Thank you for this lovely post! I am so tired of all of the negativity that we are bombarded with and on t.v., and the news lately -- and I will not say what -- but I know you all know what I am speaking of. I find it truly appalling. I think we should try to give people the benefit of the doubt. See what people can do and not already pre-judge them. People are capable of goodness and doing good things. Don't condemn all the time.

It is much easier to be around someone who looks at you and smiles and says --- good morning --- how are you -- than it is to be around someone who frowns at you and starts grumbing and complaining. It tends to make you feel down and negaitive yourself.

Same could be said of people's negativity over few years past. But of course that doesn't matter. We just need to smile and laugh and be happy. So I will. And will give peace and harmony a chance just like was done previously.

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MyShadowLove — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 13:51:27 GMT

@BrattyOne2 ...You are a beautiful role model of what I have quoted below....Sending you ((((((((Hugs))))))))!

“Hold high the brow serene,
O youth, where now you stand;
Let the bright sheen
Of your grace be seen,
Fair hope of my fatherland!”

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AuntG — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 14:00:25 GMT

You are a very kind young lady. I hope those around you appreciate your sweet spirit.

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cherry — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 14:14:43 GMT

Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.”
― Mother Teresa

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Preds — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 14:33:20 GMT

Kindness never hurt anyone and always helps someone.

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QVCkitty1 — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 14:39:49 GMT

@BrattyOne2 wrote:
Okay, so I'm 21 and to most people would think my life is very simple. I should have it easy with no worries. I wish that were true. I think the old saying you never know until you walk a day in that person's shoes is so true....or a walk my path for a day.

I really struggle to keep my life positive. I lost my Mom a few days after I turned 18 to cancer. I just see so much negativity in the world and am hoping that people on the board will join me in turning today into a day of positivity. A day of not finding reasons to complain, criticize, or to just be a downer. Let's try and post something positive that will lift others up.

One of my favorite quotes is, "Kindness is not an act, it's a lifestyle." It is something I strive for every single day of my life. Who are you going to show kindness to today?

If you can't think of someone to do it for, please do it for me. I really need to see that people still have good hearts.
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@BrattyOne2 , It is young women like you who give me hope for the future. 🌺

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dex — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 14:43:55 GMT

@BrattyOne2 You are a very special young woman and thank you for your message.I agree that it we need to think more about the positives and spreading some cheer.I hope that your days are always happy and I will support your cause to spread kindness.

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NicksmomESQ — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 15:02:25 GMT

You are such a wise young lady!! I'm so sorry that you lost your mom at such a tender age.You seem to have all the tools you need to navigate through life!! I hope you have a support system backing you up!!

Thank you for reminding us all that life is what you make of it.We can all benefit from a kinder gentler world.

"What the world needs now is love sweet love.That's the only thing that there's just to little of".

Good luck to you.Something tells me that there are great things ahead for you!! Your dear mother will be beside you every step of the way!!

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ShowMe — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 16:20:45 GMT

@BrattyOne2 wrote:
Okay, so I'm 21 and to most people would think my life is very simple. I should have it easy with no worries. I wish that were true. I think the old saying you never know until you walk a day in that person's shoes is so true....or a walk my path for a day.

I really struggle to keep my life positive. I lost my Mom a few days after I turned 18 to cancer. I just see so much negativity in the world and am hoping that people on the board will join me in turning today into a day of positivity. A day of not finding reasons to complain, criticize, or to just be a downer. Let's try and post something positive that will lift others up.

One of my favorite quotes is, "Kindness is not an act, it's a lifestyle." It is something I strive for every single day of my life. Who are you going to show kindness to today?

If you can't think of someone to do it for, please do it for me. I really need to see that people still have good hearts.
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Now you're talking sweetie. Being negative can really pull a person down. I too struggled with that for many years. I will be 77 in May. And with that I have to stay positive every day. I have been struggling with cancer for 2 years now, and am going to have to be on my treatments the rest of my life..... There is no room for being negative in my life any more. Yes, I do have some down days, but more up now and intend to keep it that way.

Will keep you in my prayers. Stay strong....and positive.....

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Stormygirl — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 16:56:03 GMT

@BrattyOne2 can I tell you that YOU made a difference in my day? Yes I came here online today and had tears running down my face... came upon reading your message I smiled alittle. See Im rapidly losing my battle with this darn painful illness, am in alot of pain. Im hours or days from having to go to the hospital but am stalling. I often wonder about the future for those who will be living in it........and you have given me a sigh and hope. I can rest better knowing there are kind people like yourself, young, bright and caring who will spread that kindness far and wide. I have tried to spread it as far as I can.......please carry on the torch of positivity and kindness. You are an inspiration to me. Hugsssssss xoxoxoxoxo Stormy

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happycat — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 18:40:21 GMT

@BrattyOne2 , you are absolutely correct. I am so sorry about your mom, and I am sure she would be very proud of you.

I think we all need to remember that we just don't know what anyone else is going thru, like you say. I know from experience that a kind word or a bit of encouragement can make all the difference in someones life.

Hope you have a great day, and thanks for giving this board a bit of positivity this morning