Remember this: No one can steal your joy unless you allow them. There are always going to be people who upset you. There will always be circumstances we can’t control. Life is full of things we have no say over. However, the good news is that we have control over our responses. We have a say in how we react. When something doesn’t go your way, don’t give in to negativity. Tell yourself that this may not be how I wanted my day to go, but I am bigger than my circumstances. I am strong and I will make the choice to be joyful no matter what!
Remember, joy doesn’t have to mean happiness. If you are in a dark situation you can still have joy. You can hope for healing and have faith that your trial will come to pass. That is true joy. Never giving in when all seems hopeless.
Have a wonderful Monday!
What an excellent article – nicely put together and it resonates well with me. Had a little bit of criticism over one of my blog posts last night and this morning, I got angry at first and then I thought what’s the point of replying! I’m the bigger and better person. Nice article
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Yes! What a great example on how to not let someone steal your joy! 🙂
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Reblogged this on Optimistic Kid and commented:
Something to ponder upon…
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That’s really lovely and hopeful. What a great viewpoint!
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Thank you!
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I needed this today!
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Im glad I could help your day out!
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I love the constancy that is available to us: Love, joy, peace… Your article made me smile. Blessings, Hannah
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Im glad!!
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Reblogged this on That Girl … and commented:
I love this quote. only great minds can feel these words in their hearts.
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My focus every day . . . Find joy. Thank you
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Great focus!
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Thanks. I needed to read this….
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I am glad i could help
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Reblogged this on 180 degree life changes and stepping foot out of bed and commented:
Really loved this!!!! Sometimes it feels that everyone and everything is out there to steal our joy but we control how we react. So true!!
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