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The Power of Positivity

Sabrina Baladad-Perez

Nov 08, 2015

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Why does it seem like the older we get, the sadder we get? A lot of people argue that it's because we become more aware of ourselves and the world around us. There is a certain trend of always complaining that "you're tired", "stressed", or just "giving up on school." This loss of creativity, loss of imagination, loss of hope -- I refuse to partake in it. Sure, there is a lot of bad happening in the world. While we shouldn't ignore the mistakes and the traumas that happen, we shouldn't ignore the good either.

There are amazing things happening all over the world. Technological advances, scientific breakthroughs, little acts of kindness, happening every day. I don't know why we tend to focus on the bad, but I do know it is time for a new way of thinking. A new wave of positivity.

Positive thinking is a simple way to improve your day. YouTuber, Markemiller is known for his positivity and joyous perspective on life. He begins every video with "Today's gonna be a great day. Do you know why? Because every day's a great day!" I admire his perspective on the world and it has inspired me to rethink the way I go about life. Little things annoy me and things don't always go they're planned, but that's no excuse for me to believe that life is terrible.

I am extremely lucky to live the life I live. Sure, I have to`commute over an hour to get to school, and will have a load of student loans when I graduate, but I love going the college I go to. I am making my dreams come true and anything is worth it if it's something you love and are passionate about. Too often do I take my life for granted. I am going to try to change that, to always remember to appreciate everything I have and to spread that positivity forwards.

I am also very grateful to have friends and family who continuously love and support me. This past year I have realized the importance of who we surround ourselves with, who we choose to call our friends. And I have realized that I love my friends. They make me laugh and always believe in me. We should all surround ourselves with people who lift us up. How can life be that terrible when you have such amazing people to share it with?

We don't have to ignore the bad things that happen in the world, but we should try to use positive thoughts and actions to improve the world. Start with appreciating your own life and then spread that positivity outward. And remember, everyday is a great day.

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