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Negativity

I often find myself complaining about the negative aspects of my life. I tend to focus on that and overlook everything else. Sometimes I forget what I should be grateful for. I've been in a committed relationship for the past two years, and my partner has witnessed all the flaws and struggles I've faced yet still loves me almost unconditionally. She has spent thousands just to see me across the world and she’s coming again to visit in 5 weeks.

I need to learn how to cope in better ways and how to not let something define my entire day since I can never have it back. I’ve got work to do…
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Convivial · 26-30, F
I think sometimes we dissect life too much, we fail to stand back and see the big picture...
Strawbsy · 26-30, F
@Convivial You’re right. it’s important to step back and take a minute to appreciate what we have. I was sad all day and I started smiling out of the blue realizing the big picture :)
Convivial · 26-30, F
@Strawbsy good... It doesn't always shine, but it doesn't rain all the time either ;)
Strawbsy · 26-30, F
@Convivial and when it does rain… embrace it 🤗
Off topic but I am reminded me of a recent situation at the dog park. I was hanging out with other dog owners when it suddenly started raining. while I was busy complaining internally, Nathalie, one of the dog owners, embraced the rain with such joy that it made me feel silly for letting it affect my mood. 😂
Convivial · 26-30, F
@Strawbsy i think there's a lesson there... As Shakespeare said, nothing is either good or bad, thinking of makes it so....
Strawbsy · 26-30, F
@Convivial I should write that quote on a paper and place it on my fridge so i can start my day with some wisdom 😂
Convivial · 26-30, F
@Strawbsy whatever works for you hun
Strawbsy · 26-30, F
@Convivial 😚