Reasons

So we've all heard it, "Everything happens for a reason". I am an avid follower of this belief. Not sure where it steams from or even if that truly matters in the grand scheme of things. Numerous books have been written on the subject and rightfully so. What author, writer or publisher wouldn't jump on the chance to exploit such a known prophecy. Too bad I didn't think of it....damn.

Let's get back to those five simple words. No matter who first uttered them or where you first learned of the wise saying, everyone has an opinion on the meaning. Now, yes everyone is entitled to their opinion and many will argue with mine. I, however, am not here to argue. More power to those who stand up for what they believe. Perception is nine-tenths of reality.

I repeat those five simple words over and over again on a daily basis. These words help me take a step back, think, rethink and stop thinking. Without the power I have given this saying I would be a train wreck. Well, okay, running obsessively helps. One thing that we all should be able to agree on, is the power of positive thinking. The act of engaging in optimism has been proven to create an environment that breeds a general sense of wellness.

"...optimism has demonstrable benefits, and pessimism has drawbacks." He goes on to say, "...optimism...has been linked to positive mood and good morale; to perseverance and effective problem solving; to academic, athletic, military, occupational, and political success; to popularity; to good health; and even to long life and freedom from trauma." - Dr. Christopher Peterson, PhD.

Do not misunderstand me, I do not in anyway believe I have no control over the choices I make or feel these choices do not have consequences. I do firmly believe that each day I do have the choice to be happy. By "thinking happy thoughts" it is pretty hard to not see the light at the end of the tunnel. I have to constantly remind myself that yes, everything does happen for a reason and even if this reason is unknown for years, it only lead to other circumstances, choices and made me who I am today. So, be proud of who you are. Make the choice to be happy. Decide that there is a reason why you can't find a job right now or your car got stolen or a tragedy has happened. Choose to make the life you have count. Choose to trust in yourself, build steps to make your life more satisfying if you feel it just plain sucks.

"It's never too late to be who you might have been." - George Eliot

"Never, never, never, never give up." - Winston Churchill

"The Constitution only gives people the right to pursue happiness.
You have to catch it yourself." - Benjamin Franklin

“You become what you think about.” - Earl Nightingale

“The first step to becoming is to will it.” - Mother Teresa

"You cannot travel within and stand still without.” - James Allen

“Let our advance worrying become advance thinking and planning.” - Winston Churchill

When is the last time you met a happy pessimist? Just sayin...