From Darkness To Light: Learning To Love Rainy Days
Choosing Happiness in Every Forecast
Today has been a rainy, stormy day — nothing strange in the Tropics. I have enjoyed reading and writing under the rain, seeing the lightning, and counting the minutes to the thunder that follows to detect how far it is.
I remember a time not too long ago when days like this made me sad and depressed. A storm had been brewing inside me, with darkness and despair. I had no hope, and nothing but depression and melancholy filled my days.
But that was when I looked at things differently, had a negative outlook on life, and questioned the reason for living. That was until I searched for help and learned the lessons of self-acceptance and joyful living.
I’m happy to say those days are gone. I have learned that I can’t control external situations, like the weather, but I can control my feelings and thoughts. I have changed my negativity and limiting beliefs to positive thoughts and gratitude.
I find beauty in things but also see them for what they are. Finding beauty in adversity and darkness allows us to enjoy even the simplest…
