March 17,2025

Maintaining a Positive Attitude in a Negative World: My Viewpoint

Negativity seems to be present everywhere we look. On television, in our workplaces, during daily interactions, and even within our own minds. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and disheartened. Believe me, I understand.

I have a physically demanding job that often goes unnoticed. Each day, I deal with tenant complaints, endless cleaning tasks, and tiring responsibilities that occasionally extend into the late hours. Additionally, I’m on a weight loss journey, experiencing the ups and downs of managing my health. And we can’t overlook personal challenges. Family concerns, financial pressures, and the overall burden of the world weighing down on us.

However, through all of this, I’ve discovered that maintaining a positive outlook doesn’t mean ignoring negativity, it means deciding where to direct my attention.

On some days, the only thing that motivates me is the love and support of my fiancé, the laughter of my kids or the wagging tail of my dog, Bella. Knowing that I have them by my side keeps me going, even on the hardest days. I remind myself that joy doesn’t have to stem from significant events. A warm cup of coffee, an engaging book, or a simple moment of appreciation can be enough to shift my mindset.

Negativity can spread easily, but so can positivity. I’ve learned to establish boundaries with people and situations that drain my energy. I disengage from toxic discussions and remind myself that I can’t control everything, only my responses.

I’m a work in progress. My weight loss journey is not solely about losing weight; it’s about building confidence, health, and self-love. I celebrate small achievements, lower blood sugar levels, improved stamina, or simply making healthier food choices. Every step forward demonstrates that I’m stronger than I realize.

Becoming a grandmother soon has provided me with a renewed sense of purpose. Although we lost dear Ivy far too early, I choose to honor her by living a life filled with love and gratitude. I look forward to teaching my granddaughter about resilience, kindness, and the beauty of life, even during tough times.

Staying positive in a negative world isn’t a one time choice, it’s a daily practice. Some days are more challenging than others, but I remind myself that I have the ability to shape my own viewpoint.

So, if you’re feeling burdened by the world, remember that you’re not alone. Take a deep breath, find something, anything to be thankful for, and take it one day at a time.

We can’t always alter the world around us, but we can change how we navigate through it. And that, my friends, is where true strength resides.