I am fortunate to spend the majority of my time around very forward moving people. People who are interested in improving their lives emotionally, spiritually, and emotionally. As a result of this motivation they are able to remain idealistic and positive. There are some common characteristics that people I look up to and respect possess.
- A desire to find a way to learn in any situation, positive or negative
- An ability to see the good in people
- A drive to recognize the deficiencies in their lives so that they can fix them
- Willingness to laugh
- Never blaming other people, or their past, for their current situation
I have allowed plenty of people and situations to run my life as a result of my fear,anger, and resentment. The problem is that I never feel good when I am choosing to hold on to these negative emotions. Today I know that my life is a manifestation of my thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. In my opinion that which weighs a person down more than anything is the unwillingness to let go of past hurts, angers, or resentments.
Most people who are unhappy remain so because of they do not allow themselves to move forward. Sometimes letting go of the past is extremely difficult. I can think of plenty of situations that I believe I was treated unfairly or wrong. There are plenty of people with whom I have disagreed. In order for me to be truly free and happy I have had to let go of the idea that others must change first. I must be willing to own my successes and failures. I must be able to forgive. No one has to live feeling weighed down by fear or negativity. Anyone can let go at any time they choose. It’s a matter of being willing to make that choice.