Hi friends! I’ve been a busy little bee as graduation is coming up and I’m finishing a massive amount of school assignments and exams.
I am just really really hoping that I passed my Historical Linguistics class because it nearly killed all of us haha! Hey at least I’m not alone. 
You know, I tend to be an overly slightly positive individual. I know that it’s not a bad thing at all–unless I unintentionally diminish others’ problems and issues.
So how do I deal with certain situations in my life?
I definitely cannot take the credit because God helps me to stay positive about the topsy-turvy curves that life throws at me; however, there are some things that I need to choose to do and act out.
All I have to do is realize that the battle starts within the mind!!
Whatever we think or feel, we act accordingly to that feeling or thought.
It’s so interesting that our perspectives are the very factors that affect our lives–and that includes our decisions as well as our relationships.
We need to be aware that our words hold power.
Whether we are talking to our loved ones or strangers, or even to ourselves, our words hold power. Simple as that.
Talking negatively to my own self never helps the situation. Here is what I like to do when my mind is racing with a myriad of thoughts:
1.) I simply go to God in prayer! Remember? He hears us!
2.) I read the Bible because it reminds me of God’s promises and helps me see through HIS eyes, and not my own.
3.) I find someone I can talk to like a friend or a loved one (this isn’t as obvious as we may think to some individuals. Psychologists say that sadly enough, many people don’t have someone to trust their words with)
4.) I take nice quiet walks at the park or the beach 
5.) I take extra time to listen to others or help them out in my time of need.
6.) I simply remind myself of how much I am actually grateful for.
I also loved what Katie wrote in her blog in regards to positive self-talk. Go check it out–I highly suggest it. 
So what I am wanting to convey here is that as long as our perspective about life or anything in general stays stuck in a rut, it would be very difficult to see what is behind the veil.
Sure, there may be something amazing out there on the other side waiting for us…but can we see the beauty of it through all the gunk and confusion? <– That’s a rhetorical question.
So let’s do our best to change our perspective guys! Are ya with me? I can’t hear you! Are ya with me??
Okay I really have to go!
Have a blessed day and talk to you soon.
Love,
Ellie <33
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I completely agree – negative thoughts only make things twenty times worse, but sometimes they’re so hard to get yourself away from!
yeahh it can be hard, truly agree!
So funny that i just posted something so similar on my facebook about this… Great post. Perspective is eveerything. Lets be positive today!
yayyy so glad that many individuals think that way too, it’s empowering actually
Ellie! You are such a positive person. I love coming to your blog. I tend to be pretty negative, which takes a lot of energy out of me. I don’t know why that is but I’m working on it. I’m a new born again Christian (former Catholic) and find that prayer is really what works for me. The Lord is SO awesome and has blessed me with everything I need in life. I am craving and striving for a stronger relationship with Him. I’m still working on attending service regularly, signing up for bible studies, and reading my devotionals. I need some support though because not a lot of my friends are Christian. I would love to hear how you built your relationship to be so strong.
Joanna I’m so blessed to know that you’re being strengthened
you know what? the truth is that I’m always struggling–but it’s a good struggle…We always need to make to choice to start the day with “Lord have Your way in me”. The deeper I go in knowing Him, the more my roots DESIRE to dig deeper into the ground. Just as a tree that lives in a desert literally has roots that go way into the earth. Whereas, a tree growing in abundance doesn’t need as strong of a root. At the same time, I’m always learning that His GRACE is enough! yeah, I have to do my part as well..but He’s constantly reminding me that I don’t have to gain His approval. I’ll email ya!
beautiful post
and that’s a great list to keep in mind.
yes it is Brandi yes it is~ <3
Your blog always puts me in a better mood
So much positive energy I love it. And it is so important to take time out and think about all the awesome things you’ve been blessed with 
aww thanks for the sweet words Jenny! you don’t know how much that encourages me for realzzzz! (with a “Z”)
I’m with you!
Positive self talk is so important! Negativity is only a loop we create for ourselves and it can be neverending if we don’t try to actively stop it and replace it with more positive thoughts… can be hard though… I find that it helps to try and make a concious decision in the morning to live a positive day, just one day at a time 
that’s a very helpful list there !
hehe, i love the picture of the statue and it’s so true,
lovely words
Great post! Being positive is oh-so important. I firmly believe that I can be my own worst enemy sometimes and it needs to stop! Thanks for the advice!
no problem, my pleasure
what a great message! and love the photo you used!
thank yazzz Averie~!
i forgot to reply back to your comment about the Foreman Grill. It unfortunately doesnt make waffles or anything cool
it does a great job at grilling proteins and wraps..its a bit like a a lean meat griller meets panini press 
xo
haha thanks for the response! it’s all good Kelsey.
I really adore this post! You nailed it…our minds are powerful things and it’s important to keep them healthy and fighting the negativity! Prayer is definitely my ‘go to’ for keeping my head clear! I love that you have been to rockharbor…if you’re ever coming this way you need to let me know!
fo’sheeeziesss~~I shall let you know. I know my sis was also curious about it.
It’s amazing how our mind can affect us. Mental battles are the toughest for me!
I totally agree – having a negative or downer outlook really affects your ability to see things clearly & look at the bright side
It is SO hard to be positive all the time! I think just taking time for yourself to breathe and relax definitely helps! Thanks for this post!
Hey! I just found your blog from This Italian Family and it’s so cool! I love the format, super unique
And great post! a negative outlook doesn’t do you, or anyone around you, any good!
Hey girl, I am so glad you commented on my blog so I could find yours! It’s a gorgeous layout by the way, quite nice!
I also really liked this post. Having a positive outlook is something I strive to get back to and you are an inspiration for getting me there
I’m so glad that you’re striving for that! And by no means did I get this “down”, i’m still learning as well!
ELLIE- I feel like our blogs complement eachother so well because we are both such strong believers in the Lord and our prayers! Keep up the amazing posts!
you know what? I’ve always felt like I really deeply understand your posts as well b/c something in them rings true to my heart
I love how you’re always learning and share what you learn
Great post, Ellie! I need reminders of this often as a means to clear my ever busy mind.
Such a great post! I think it’s really important to take some time out during really busy periods to clear your mind. I think I would go a bit mad if I didn’t!!
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