Out of the Fire...Positively!

Are you a worrier? Do you think about all the stuff that COULD happen? Do you feel "out of control" of your life about half the time? If so, I promise that you are not alone...I do the same thing!

What makes it easier for me? Turning off the switch. Literally. I picture turning off the light switch to my negativity. Of course, if you're too far gone, you may not even realize just HOW OFTEN you think negatively. If you don't think that "bad thinking" is causing many of your problems, then you're flat wrong. Not only is it unhealthy and causes more stress in your already-stressed-out life, it ruins your happiness and peace.

Try to catch yourself thinking about negative things and turn off the switch. Just picture the switch being turned off or the light going out in "that" room...the one where you keep all your junk. Just walk away. Catch yourself and the next time, catching yourself will be easier. It's a process, but it gets easier and easier the more you practice positivity!

You never know how strong you are till being strong is the only choice you have..................
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"We sometimes spend so much time thinking of our problems that we often overlook the wonderful things God has given us. We wait for the big miracles and miss the countless small blessings." I hope you're having a magnificent day today my friends! - Elmer Laydon
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"Loss makes artists of us all as we weave new patterns in the fabric of our lives." - Greta Crosby
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A flower starts deep under the dirt and has to fight against gravity in the darkness before finally breaking free and opening its bloom to the sun. You may feel like you're in darkness and everything around you is muddy, but keep pushing toward the Light and when the time is right, you will burst into blossom.
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"Don't fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns." Phil. 4:6
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"Even though I walk through the valley..." There's not much at the top of a mountain, very little grows there. But, down in the valley, it's lush and bountiful. Thank God for your valleys, even though you'd rather be at the peak. Your growth depends on the valleys.
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The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed. Many are the troubles of the just but the LORD delivers from them all." Psalm 34:16-20
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Morning is nature's way of saying: "Live life one more time, make a difference, touch one heart, encourage one mind and inspire one soul." Make it a great day.
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Failure is an event, not a person.
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You are my refuge and my shield; your word is my source of hope. Psalm 119:114

If You Are Feeling Suicidal...

When you're feeling extremely depressed or suicidal, problems don't seem temporary-they seem overwhelming and permanent. But with time, you will feel better, especially if you reach out for help. If you are feeling suicidal, know that there are many people who want to support you during this difficult time, so please reach out for someone! Call 1-800-273-TALK now!