No No Negativity

Despite my best efforts to remain present yesterday, I allowed a circumstance to keep me in a negative mood––further adding  to my anger, I started to compare my situation to how I might have handled the moment last year––this lead me down an even darker spiral.
I followed the tools I’ve implemented and received small doses of inner peace; breath by breath; by the end of the day I was once again aligned with the present.
This morning I woke up with a mild hangover of emotions––not wanting a repeat of yesterday––I quickly turned to my morning check in (which involves reading a personal growth book and journaling), I turned to the chapter that I was reading in “The Power of Now” and the heading read:
Using and Relinquishing Negativity.
If that isn’t an incredible message from God and The Universe.
I laughed out loud––literally, not like an LOL response to something we don’t find funny on social media but feel the need to support our friends anyway; I read the chapter and once again received the message.
Negativity equals resistance.
My ego needed a boost and I caved to my inner manipulation.
But not today!
Nothing good comes from darkness; it is in the light that we shine.
No. NO. Negativity.

Signs

I believe in signs.
Primarily because I've relied on indicators throughout my journey.
I wouldn't walk down a dark alley alone if I saw two guys with knives hanging around on the corner;
That's a sign of more trouble to come.
Every time that I've struggled with my career path or a major life decision, I've asked God for a direction-
Clarity, guidance, strength, wisdom.
A sign so that I may feel comfortable with my choice.
The past three months have been rough on me; losing my grandma, career setbacks and financial fears.  I began questioning, doubting and giving into fear.  I allowed the opinions of others to control my choices.
I lost Faith in myself and God.
(I should mention that I don't believe in coincidence, nor do I doubt the presence of a spiritual being greater than me; God.)
So it's no surprise that I find myself once again humbled and grateful for the sign I received yesterday.
It didn't take much, just a simple reminder in the way of a Scripture I saw posted on Facebook:
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
It was a direct answer to the questions I had while silently meditating in prayer.
It's a sign that I must hear, accept and trust.
It was an answer to my question of doubt.

Doubtful...

When you remove the element of doubt, all you’re left with is certainty.

I’m sure if I was on trail for a crime I didn’t commit, I’d PRAY that my lawyer could cast a shadow of doubt in my favor-
Aside from that, I have no room for doubt in my life.

In fact, my entire career has been based on the conviction that I could not fail.

Of course I’ve been unsuccessful at achieving every obstacle I’ve set out to conquer...
Nevertheless, I continue to operate on the basis that if I release the fear (or doubt) I will triumph. 
...and with that kind of attitude, it’s DOUBTFUL that I’ll fail!

Don't Worry Be Happy!

I remember the song well...
I used to hear the phrase a lot growing up!  I was a natural worrier.
I've finally accepted the simple fact that being Happy takes effort.
"Happiness" is a concentrated choice to release the;
fear, self-doubt, insecurity, preconceived ideas, hate and negative energy.
Life is truly more enjoyable when I make the choice to
release negative thinking (including what others think or expect of me.)
I don't think it's delusional-
I think it's necessary to thrive in a positive environment!

I've Got The Spirit!

I woke up today feeling slightly deflated-

The past two weeks I've been allowing the negative energy 

to slowly trickle back into my day to day;

I know that life is full of ups and downs,

More important, I remember that I have the choice;

I can give into the fear and doubt,

Or I can choose to release the negative energy and

make room for the light. 

Pure positive energy and action.

I went to church this morning, and I was uplifted by

an energetic priest visiting from India.

He reminded me that life is full of opportunity, love

and if I allow it- the spirit of God.

The priests words filled my mind, heart and soul.

I am blessed with; my health, partner, family, friends, puppies,

a beautiful home, and the ability to wake up every shingle day and

pursue what I love!

I live my passion.

My adventure has purpose-

I choose to release the dark and let my spirit shine.

Pep Talk...

Come on Matthew, you can make it!
Release your fear and just go fake it-
Don't give in to worry and doubt,
Trust your instinct and knock it out!
[Repeat three times and then release your troubles.]
*Remember:
Positive thoughts and action lead to success!

Release and Move Forward!

Woke up with a lot on my mind-

I have two options:

Give into the negative thoughts and see how that plays out...

or

Release the emotions, focus on where they came from and take positive action to satisfy the fear.

Life is only as difficult as we allow it to be.

I choose not to start a fresh new week during the beginning of August off on the wrong foot!

Now if you'll excuse me...

I'm off to meditate and reemerge a happier me!