Monday, July 19, 2010

The Power of Good Thoughts

Say hello to strangers and enjoy the people you know” – Try to implement this thought for a single day and you will see the change in your life. You will be much happier than you are today…

I still remember when I was in college, Payal (one of my best buddy) used to write bunch of good thoughts in her book and no wonder she followed them (or might be still following) whenever needed.

I was also inspired by her and started copying her book in my handwriting (silly me as I could have photo copied that book :))

During old college days, I never implemented any of my written thought in my life and I regret about it today as I could have started living quality life since then, but no worries – Its never too late..  I have been implementing the power of good thoughts in my daily routine since couple of years!! And you know what I AM FEELING SO GOOD!!!

I am living my life at the fullest in any situation just because of the positive attitude of my nature I have adopted from the good thoughts and this post is about encouraging all readers to replicate it in their life.

When I first came to US, we had nothing in our hands except for the 2 bags with some cloths and daily necessity (I know this is the situation of every single person who steps into the US without any support). But what we had extra with us was a power of Good Thoughts. The first thing Chirag told me when I entered into our rented apt was “ITS NOT HOW MUCH WE HAVE, BUT HOW MUCH WE ENJOY- THAT MAKES HAPPINESS” and I am still keeping this thing in my mind even after 2 years of my stay in this country.

We have hurdles at every step in our life but how we adjust ourselves to pass through those hurdles- that really matters. Be thankful for the difficult times because during those times you can grow!!! Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire. If you did, what would there be to look forward to???

Let me give you a good example of the power of good feeling thoughts…

Few months back I went for one interview and after the 2 hours conversation, the Project Manager asked me “Apart from your technical skills, you have a great energy and a beautiful smile on your face!! I don’t get it? How do you do it? ” and I replied “Each morning I wake up and say to myself, Ruja, you have two choices today: You can choose to be in a good mood and make others smile or you can choose to be in a bad mood and complaint about your condition.”

I choose to be in a good mood everyday. Here is a very good thought about the life and choices we have in the life: "Life is all about choices. When you cut away all the junk, every situation is a choice. You choose how you react to situations. You choose how people will affect your mood. You choose to be in a good mood or bad mood. The bottom line: It's your choice how you live life.”

I know we can’t control some situations but we can control ourselves by adopting positive attitude. No matter what your goal is, the mind plays an important role in achieving every kind of success, (Try to stay away from your Heart decision, it is very deceptive :))

Finally, here are some affirmations that are good to say several times a day!

Be happy.
I am loved.
I am a free bird.
I love. I am loving.
I love myself and all creation.
Everyday in every way I am better, better, and better.
Keep Smiling. Always.

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