Think about this. Your reality is whatever you react to. If you don't react either positively or negatively does it even enter into your realm of reality? I am not saying it doesn't exist, I am saying it is no longer a part of your experience. Reactions are not bad, as long as you have them with conscious awareness and realize that -you- ultimately are in charge of how you feel about whatever you encounter and perceive. You decide your reaction, no one else. Your reaction creates your reality.

Sometimes, silence is the best answer. Look after yourself. Be loving and kind to yourself. Give your time and attention to that which you can change. Don't invite drama to steal away your inner calm and peace. Most arguments are not worth attending. Focus on love and loving action instead. Before you react, especially from a place of emotional volatility, ask yourself: will this help? If not, leave it.

You create the attitude which creates you. How you see things comes from how you think about things. You can make the best out of a bad situation or you can make the worst out of a good situation. We've all seen it happen. The perpetual complainer, who is blind to all of their blessings. The person with nearly nothing with a beaming smile on their face. We need to take responsibility for how we look at things, and the impact of that on our lives. I'm not saying anything bad will ever happen in your life. But if something bad does happen, you will make it through a lot more smoothly with a great attitude. A positive attitude directly impacts our quality of life, and with it our relationships with others. No one wants to be around someone who constantly complains. Your attitude is your choice and responsibility. Choose wisely, this is your life. Make it the best it can be!

Every day is not going to be unicorns and rainbows, and that's OK. There will be days when you don't fart sunshine, when things don't go as planned. Some days may feel like 2 steps forward and 5 steps back. It is OK. It doesn't define you. It doesn't speak of success or failure. Surrender into acceptance. Allow yourself to be human. Allow life to be real. Just be yourself. Try not to add any stress or negativity. Just do the best you can and leave it at that. Be at peace. Don't critique yourself or beat yourself up. It won't make things better. Try to be nice to yourself instead. Be a friend to yourself.

It is OK to take a break. Sometimes we want something so much that we diligently give effort towards it day after day after day. When you feel tired, remember to not guilt yourself over taking a break. It is OK. You can pick up where you left off tomorrow. Ask for help if you can. Exercise some self-care. Look after your own needs. Love yourself. Be kind and generous towards yourself. Remind yourself as to why you are important. Refresh and recharge your spirit.

Unhappiness is not an excuse for rude, obnoxious, reckless and destructive behavior. We have a responsibility to one another. We have a responsibility to add good, not bad, to the world. Everyone suffers. Don't be the cause of someone else's suffering. Where is the empathy? Start acting with love. Be compassionate, be kind, be all those things you wish others to be. Be an example. Confront your unhappiness. Find and use the help you require. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Reach out.