To stay in a positive state of mind what do you say to yourself?

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   DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years ago

   DFW Teen Voice
   What do I say when I first get up in the morning to keep myself motivated for the day.  You never know the state of your mood when you wake up in the morning and/or what you will face for the day.  Different people are faced with different situations and cirumstances whom I cross their path.  I request for the Creator and Higher Power.

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      Greek Oneposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      I tell myself ".. hang in there, buddy... just 40 more years and your mortgage will be paid off, and soon after you will die."

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         Lifeallstar1posted 14 years agoin reply to this

         LOL

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            DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

            Yes, I will smile and keep smiling!Thank you for your smile!

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         schoolgirlforrealposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         

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         DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         Well, I have heard in current news research is working on us living up to 1000 yrs!Master Your Success!

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         zampanoposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         !

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      debbiesdailyviewsposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Well, we have two choices every morning,
      We can say, 1- same $hit diferent day,
      or 2- every day in every way I'm getting better and better.

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      dutchman1951posted 14 years agoin reply to this

      to stay positive I just say:
      
      Anyone want another Carona;  Which Hole is this 9 or 10????
      
      
      

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         DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

         Great, Thank You for comment I very Much had to learn to develop humor because I lived a serious life. What I like doing  most days are reading, meditation and a really good move. Yes, a sip of Wine will do!! Oh writing!!

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      Appletteposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Hey the lotto draw is tomorrow .. voila .. my life will be better then .. hahaha

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      Aleesha68posted 13 years agoin reply to this

      Gratitude .. Think of something or someone that you are truley greatful for and it will completely change your mood.

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      vocalcoachposted 13 years agoin reply to this

      The very first thing I do is to look into the mirror, smile and begin a converstaion of self-talk. "Good morning, sunshine - Don't you look cute. You are certainly aging nicely. You have a wonderful day and don't you forget who loves'ya baby"
      
      Then throughout the day, I tell myself "I love you". I give myself support and avoid all judgement and don't allow negative thoughts to interrupt my positive attitude.

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   b. Malinposted 14 years ago

   I say Yeah my mortgage is PAID OFF and I'm going to live to be at least 110... and Lover Man and I will still be healthy enough to make LOVE!

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   Jaggedfrostposted 14 years ago

   It could be worse, tomorrow it will be better, bugger off, oh no not again. This is the way we stir the guaque stir the guaque.  Stop the world I want to get off!  Hey that guy next to me seems to be really sweating life I can feel better about myself now.  All kinds of stuff.

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      DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Make it your best Day and Tomorrow A Better day!Thank You for Your Comment!

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   lynnechandlerposted 14 years ago

   I light my candles and take up my amethyst gemstone. While rubbing it I ask that Mother Goddess and Father God stay with me all the day through. I then pinch out the candles and go on my merry way.

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      DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      yes, a delightful way to start the day and with meditation helps to keep me focus!Thank you for your comment

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   luvpassionposted 14 years ago

   I get up, have coffee and tell myself today I'm gonna get a manicure.

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      DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Important message to think about how you can treat yourself for the day!The perfect way to keep yourself motivated and happy!Thank you for your comment!

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   camloposted 14 years ago

   I don't actually say anything, but I have a routine - coffee, exercises, shower, breakfast, get dressed. With that, I look and feel fit enough for whatever the day will throw at me.
   I work with the general public, so something's gonna be thrown at me somewhere along the line ...

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      DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      yes, You show up for the day ready to catch whatever is thrown at you!Thank you for your comment and Master Success!

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      Max_Powerposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      I like this answer - I definitely agree that having a routine is half the battle won and exercise is a great way to stay positive (Yes I also groaned when I heard this- "No, anything but that!" But it really does work because of endorphins and stuff, even if it's only 10 or 15 minutes going for a walk.

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   Aya_Hajimeposted 14 years ago

   I chant to myself -
   "Stay away from HubPages Forum, Stay away from HubPages Forum"
   
   Crap! Guess I failed today.

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      starme77posted 14 years agoin reply to this

      " giving others a good laugh helps keep them in a positive state of mind thanks for the giggle

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      couturepopcafeposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      

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         DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         Yes, life can be moody!I will learn to keep a smile or see a smile anyway!

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      DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Yes, I am checking in so I'm on this Platform with You! SMILE!
      Thank you for your commnet- Neat you made me smile!

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   KristenGraceposted 14 years ago

   Whenever things take a negative turn, I tend to say, "This too shall pass."

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      DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Yes, You made me think when a negative comes a positive comes to cancel it out!Thank You for your Comment!

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   starme77posted 14 years ago

   Keep Smiling Yeah that will make ya happy and help with a positive state of mind

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      DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Yes, the act of a smile will change your physical position. I must keep on smiling! Thank you for your comment!

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    klarawieckposted 14 years ago

    "Are we THERE yet?"
    
    

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       yes, You made me smile a smile is good for the body, mind and soul!Thank you for your comment!

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          NicoleSmithposted 13 years agoin reply to this

          

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    Home Girlposted 14 years ago

    I am still alive.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       yes, Thankful and Proud to be a live and desire to want to make the difference for the better with our youth and communities! Thank you for your comment!

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    cathylynn99posted 14 years ago

    i love me.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Yes, Love thyself as thy neighbor is a great commandment. To realize this when you don't love yourself, you truly can't love someone else. When you look at it what do we really have to give but the truest form of energy light that the Creator has given to us too Shine!Thank You for the comment!

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    Mikeydoesposted 14 years ago

    Things could always be worse... WAY worse.
    
    We have it the best out of any generations in the history of the world.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       yes, I'm thankful and grateful here in the moment!Thank you for your comment!

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    Mighty Momposted 14 years ago

    I say, "Oh good. My legs still work." Then I go make coffee.
    
    Seriously, I start my day by reading 2-4 daily reflections which sort of guide the tone (always positive). And I say the 3rd Step Prayer....

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       yes, sounds like your ready to meet your day and what a great way to set the tone for the day! Thank you for your comment

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    schoolgirlforrealposted 14 years ago

    I just went for a brisk walk and I feel great!

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Yes, thier is nothing like exercise and breathing in fresh air1
       Thank you for your comment!

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    schoolgirlforrealposted 14 years ago

    I say I have the greatest sex life in the world!

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       I say keep smiling!Thanks for your comment!

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    charmaine101posted 14 years ago

    to keep motivation going is like taking a leap from faith n always trying new things! http://hubpages.com/hub/The-key-to-being-happy

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Yes, I know that Faith is a key. The substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen in all matters without a doubt.  Thank you for your comment!

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    paradigmsearchposted 14 years ago

    
    Have a nice day.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       The best is yet to come!Master Your Success!

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    paradigmsearchposted 14 years ago

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    This always perks me up for some reason…

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    paradigmsearchposted 14 years ago

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    Probably has something to do with perspective…

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    kimberlyslyricsposted 14 years ago

    
    
    That
    
    1. holy cow I'm breathing so something must be going right.
    
    2. I could go shopping today!
    
    
    and tomorrow is never promised today eh ay.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Yes, Now I can take a breath of fresh air for today.  What a great reminder of what is given to us each day the breath of life! Will not forget other things like shopping! Smile! Thank you for your comment!

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    schoolgirlforrealposted 14 years ago

    take it one day at a time

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       yes, for the present is a gift each day!Thank you for your comment!

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    Kimberly Turnerposted 14 years ago

    I say....
    
    Every day is an adventure, every challenge an opportunity and every dream a possibility... and I should
    
    Just keep swimming...

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Yes, that is a reminder that all things are possible with God.
       This is the Ohio Motto! Thank you for your comment!

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    Joelle Burnetteposted 14 years ago

    Maybe today my book will get published and my husband will get a better job.

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       Druid Dudeposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       What I do is say: I don't know where to stand, I don't know where to step.
       God, move me in my steps. Everything goes fine from there. I know I will not fail.

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          DFW TEEN VOICEposted 14 years agoin reply to this

          Yes, Our footsteps can be ordered by God and I believe we get direction and guidence when we submit to a Higher Power for our life to flow in a positive manner.  We already know that the negative way to do or choose is there but the postive wave flow we activly reach for and accomplish by belief the seed of faith.  Thank you for your comment!

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          DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

          Thank You for your comments!The Creators favor!Continued Success!

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       Joy56posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       you need to drop the maybe apparantly.....

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Joelle Burnette  How has your book comming?  I you have continued writing for hubpages.com progress has come. Success!

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    Joy56posted 14 years ago

    i am beautiful, i am going to be thin, i am full of energy.... I said it a hundred times today, it is my new mantra.

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       Druid Dudeposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Say what I said first. It's a garantee.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you for Comment!I am wanting to work on my metabolism and purchased by download a metabolism mp3 to estabish a better eating habit.  As I litened to the mp3 to re-establish metabolism what happend was in kitchen looked in kitchen cabinet and found my previous purchaed Chromium Polynicotinate 200 mcg for metabolism dietary supplement. Which allowed me to know I am on the right track for my life.  Will listen to mp3 right after i get off of Hubpages.com I will continue hear and place actions with mp3 and expect to maintain and become the best me! Continued Success!

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    Jaggedfrostposted 14 years ago

    Teen, it would be helpful if you could mention in your comment to whom you directed that plethora of comments so that we may smile as you smile and in smiling be aided in this question.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Jaggedfrost Thank You for your comment! A Smile for You!
       Continued Success!

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    healingoneposted 14 years ago

    I tell myself before I go to sleep in the evening that I will have a great day tomorrow. And then when I wake up in the morning I say I'm thankful for a beautiful and great day no matter what.
    I start programming my mind to expect goodness before the next day even starts. This helps to control how you will will in the morning by speaking it before hand...
    And no matter what happens during the day I continue to tell myself that it's a great day!
    Luv & Blessings!
    

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       healingone  Thank You for your comment! Such a good suggestion and habit! We and all get better and do better as we encourage one another! Continued Success!

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    jo millerposted 14 years ago

    "Rejoice evermore.  Pray without ceasing.  In everything give thanks." (This is a biblical quote but I don't remember the location.)
    
    Wendell Berry has one of his characters quote this in one of his novels.  She then says, "Those are the right instructions, but I'm not always able to follow them," or something to that effect.  I loved this quote when I read it.
    
    I agree with her on both counts.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you for your comment!yes, a good daily practice Rejoice, pray without ceasing and give thanks! I find that in the morning
       when I wake-up is the best time to set my mind for the day! I listen to music, motivational tape etc. in the bathroom and rejoice in the day!To pray without ceasing is for me is to let postive thoughts over take the negative. Ex. Like turning a negative thought and replace with a positive thought.  The challenge becomes to focus in to the positive daily as we move forward! It works get a to do list and write down at least 3 things or needs to be met! Think on these true things and needs to your life and they will be met.  Now cross them off the list and start over with a new personal list!yes, my needs, wants and desires have been met thoughtout my journey of life. Continued Success!

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    ftclickposted 14 years ago

    i just look at as things are getting better as I am past this day.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you for your comment!Since, I have read this quote things are better right now!  When the positive is spoken to your life receive!Continued Success!

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    Beege215eposted 14 years ago

    When I get up in the morning, I look in the mirror and say "Wow, I survived yesterday. So today has got to be a slam dunk."  If I can handle what happened yesterday, then I can handle today too!

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank You for Your Comment! Yes, it's what we can say to ourselves is what matters which will make the difference.  Although, sometimes you need someone positive to speak positive into your life.  Ex. I can remember one day although, I love myself and have family which love me still needed to be showed love directly.  This day and moment in time my spirit this particular day needed a fill up on love by action and not spend any money but just true love.  So, I called a cousin because I knew she could do hair really, really good and ask her to do my hair? I was going on a special  appointment. She showed true love she didn't ask for money and she shared her touch of love. In other words even when you can pay for something like I could have payed a few dollars to go to beauty Shop for hair but just wanted to know I had someone in my life that particular day that would show care and concern. yes, my hair was great the appointment went great the day went great and as I am writing now the warmed of her direct touch of love is a great feeling.Continued Success!

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    marymac47posted 14 years ago

    I wake up every morning and give thanks for another day. I look over to my husband who is disabled, on O2 and not well and I give thanks that I have another day with him. Positive Thinking, happiness and a good attitude are all up to the individual. Negative is not in my vocabulary and hope that it is not in yours.
    
                      Peace

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank You for your comment!You are right to dismiss any negative thought is the best practice!It allows me to look above the situation and circumstances to live life knowing I am right where the Universe want me to be to full this day!Belief in the positive has allowed wonderfull things to happen for me.

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    Rafiniposted 14 years ago

    I say nothing!  If I were to open my mouth, when I'm in a positive mood, the positivity would evaporate faster than ink dries on paper.  
    
    Best to keep my mouth shut when I'm in a positive state of mind.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank You for Your Comment!Ones spirit knows when to live in silence!Sometimes it is best! This tells me you have to know you!Continued Success!

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    Meditation92posted 14 years ago

    I start my day with a KISS of my wife.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank You for Comment! a Touch of Love!Continued Success!

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    plussizepixieposted 14 years ago

    I usually wake up being snuggled by at least one of my children which is always nice. I also try to make sure I remind myself of all that is good in my life - my children, my partner, my pets etc and that another exciting day awaits.....

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    Sandralee007posted 14 years ago

    The first thing that I have taught myself to do every morning when I wake up is list five things that I am greatful for, and say them out loud! This begins my day with a positive note and I feel happy to be alive!

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       Christy Goffposted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Just tell yourself to stop and think.  Think about everything you have to be greatful for, family,friends, job, pets, etc.  Whatever it is, be happy about the good things in life.  Makes it easier to forget the bad things. Or at least put the bad things in a different catagory.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank You for Your Comment!Yes, I am Proud to be a live and connected to the Universe!We know that that the negative is thier so our job becomes to believe in the positive in our daily lives.

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    onreaposted 14 years ago

    In every day and in every way I'm getting better and better.
    
    I'm enjoying my journey!
    
    It's a marathon, not a sprint!
    
    I say all this among other things.
    
    Lets Go!!!!!!! (I say this too)

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you for your comment!A good reminder, the most positive out look on life is the best!Everyday we should stop and gas up with positive thoughts.

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    BIKTMIAposted 14 years ago

    Positive thoughts help a lot when you see direction that has resulted in positive change it makes a difference.  Don't stay in the same place to long. It changes your opinion.

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    manlypoetrymanposted 14 years ago

    HHHmmm...I say to self: "Get Your Lazy _ss Out'ta Bed, You Big Dummy!...Ohh, and Have A Nice Day!"

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    teerex59posted 14 years ago

    I tell myself not to quit 5 minutes before the miracle.

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    Lisa HWposted 14 years ago

    I remind myself that my kids' (and other family members') health and my own are all that matter in this world.  That puts everything in perspective.  It really does.

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    nickshamrockposted 14 years ago

    Nothing can stop me besides me. That puts things in perspective for me.

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    webgainposted 14 years ago

    "today is going to be a great day"

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank You for Your Comment Affirmations are a good way to start the day!

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    BIKTMIAposted 14 years ago

    A flower, be understanding, remember to see all of circumstances and hear positive in the analogy of the a-forementioned.

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Pure Nature Works!

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    Bellamieposted 14 years ago

    "Here I go again!"

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks for the Comment!yes, here we go again with today being the best day yet!

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    paradigmsearchposted 14 years ago

    To stay in a positive state of mind what do you say to yourself?
    
    The word "perspective" works over 90% of the time for me!

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you for Your Comment!One word can work!

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    know oneposted 14 years ago

    Find the joy :-)  Some days that's harder than others.

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    amber112483posted 14 years ago

    I find it very hard to stay positive these days. I have hit rock bottom in my life and I am really trying.

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       Dreamer08posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       I'm in the same boat as you right now... I try to be positive by telling myself in the morning, "everything will be ok, positive thoughts bring about positive changes.

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          HattieMattieMaeposted 14 years agoin reply to this

          I can fight my way back with strengthing my Mind!

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             DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

             Thank you for the comment!My mission and passion for Youth (Teenagers) keep me moving forward.  So, I guest when you just don't focus on you, you get more strenght!Continued Success!

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          DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

          yes, when you continue to feed yourself a dose of positive everyday will light your determination. Than you will run with action and resolve to accomplish your set goal.  (Even if you  take steps forward that's OK!) You can Still Win!

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Well, what I expect out of myself is to keep trying and keep moving forward.  Yes, I know at times my body needs to re-energize (stop) with rest, a lot of water and fresh foods. yes, Remembering, that our body needs nourished through the right food and be refilled spiritually to last us for a lifetime.

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    Salocaposted 14 years ago

    Today WILL be a good day

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       yes, make today your best day and tomorrow a better day!

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    Extinct Soulposted 14 years ago

    Sun's up! hmmm..let's see, is there anything I can screw up that I haven't screwed up yet....

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks for your comment and such a great sense of humor!

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          Extinct Soulposted 13 years agoin reply to this

          Humor always helps me get through a hard day!

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             kdupreeposted 13 years agoin reply to this

             LOL hahahha Thats true

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    bestreviewsposted 13 years ago

    I have 2 things I tell myself or other people when it gets toooo glooomy.
    
    1. There is always someone suffering more than you!
    
    2. What do you think you are special or something!
    
    hehe they usually get me to come around =P
    
    Cool thread OP
    
    Oh yeah or you can look at this one
    
    

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       DFW TEEN VOICEposted 13 years agoin reply to this

       Yes, take the focus off of yourself and something visual to look should certainly do the trick!

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