Life can throw unexpected trials in peoples way. Some trials make it impossibly hard to stay happy and positive. It is an ongoing challenge I face, but I know there is ALWAYS something to enjoy. A life motto I live by is to "enjoy the little things". It is so simple, yet it can be so challenging. It is easy to think about all the things that are going wrong in life, but we must avoid that and think about all the good. One thing I have found that is truly helpful is to keep a list of all of the good things in life, because there are so so many. Another thing is to keep God close. He is always there for us, and he never puts a trial in our life that we cannot face. It is there to help us grow.
Recently, I found a quote by Gordon B. Hinkley
"Don't be gloomy. Do not dwell on un liked things. Stop seeking out storms and enjoy more fully the sunlight. Even if you're not happy, put a smile on your face. Accentuate the positive. Look a little deeper for the good. Go forward in life with a twinkle in your eye and a smile on your face, with great and strong purpose in your heart."
Now I am no artist, but I do love this art project I did. It helps me remembe all the things that truly make me happy and that I should be grateful for every. single. day. These things are all little things, and there are much more important things to be happy about. BUT GUYS THERE IS SO MANY. That is what I am trying to say, there are so many things. No matter how big or small.
Now this is a word of advice for everyone, but the main reason I wrote this, is for me. I struggle with this so much.I need so many reminders!! So I wrote this to help others, and myself.
REMEMBER: THINK HAPPY!!
-Lex