We all have experienced adversity and difficulty.  Maybe through the loss a loved one, someone who betrayed our trust, or because a job ended.  During these times, it is easy to become negative and lose our motivation for life.  It is during these times when we need to look inside for strength and ask ourself, “How do I want to react to this problem?  To this person?”.

Your whole life has prepared you for who you now define yourself to be.  Your past has prepared you for today.  How do you define yourself?  Inside of you is strength and vision.  Instead of reacting to that person or situation, stop.  First, decide how you want to react.  Your reaction will determine what happens next.

Even though unfair things happen to us and we can’t find a “good enough” explanation, remember in time, things work together for our good. We don’t always know what is the bigger picture is for our life.  Remind yourself everyday to look for the good in your life.  Look for the good in others.  As you do, your focus will become more positive. You will see goodness naturally because you have trained your mind to do so.  As a result, your choices will model your positive attitude.  When that happens, your mere presence will motivate others.