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I just read an article about positive thinking and it compelled me to create this blog (which, from the title, doesn't seem to have the most optimistic outlook). For some reason, the article reminded me of the quote that is in the picture above: "You're unique, just like everyone else." (I always feel that I have a good idea followed by my snarky pessimistic side.) In any case, I felt that I needed to start trying to look at the positive things in life--or at least start writing again. I used to be a lot better about writing and responding to everyday happenings, but I find it's a lot harder to clearly express myself now. I remember reading something in one of my classes about how we always tend to self-edit ourselves (especially when writing), and I can't help but believe it (especially when I've rewritten these sentences a number of times…face it, this is how I am going to write!) I just need a space where I can write, think, and process my ideas, even if it is just for me.
Recently, I've been so focused on how everything is going to be awful--when nothing has actually happened yet. I always end up imagining the worst in life and it actually ends up to be alright. I think that I need to start recognizing the good things that happen each day, even when it doesn't seem like anything good is happening. This goes for when I'm stressing over an exam for one of my classes, or when I'm anxious about things that are going to happen over the next year (i.e. Will I get a job? Where am I going to live? What will my life be like?)
So here is my attempt at positive thinking--
Tonight, I made spaghetti with Sean (my boyfriend--I don't really like to use the word "boyfriend"--I just feel like it has a weird connotation). It was really a simple thing, but making dinner together was really nice, and it left me really happy.
