the simplest of sentences can sometimes help you to slow down, take a breath and focus on what it is you are really doing in a moment.
This one, spoken at church a few weeks ago, has really resonated with me.
This goes for;
- what we say –Â they can so strongly affect our moods and feelings towards others, even if spoken quietly to ourselves.
- thought life – the way we speak to ourselves and the motivation we give ourselves means so much towards our own outlook.  Positivity and silver lining always – even a smile on your face can change your thought pattern.
- prayer – giving thanks and praise to God.  Such a big part of how we should respond to a situation.  Something I’m constantly working on. Pray away negativity and train yourself to respond to negativity through prayer!  Not in reacting.
- patience – realising that you don’t have to respond straight away to a situation or something spoken to you. Â Think about your response. Â Try not to be personally offended if someone upsets you with something you don’t agree with. Â Take a breath, don’t react, push forward forgiveness and be patient with your response.
- change – something that has been at me for weeks now. Â small changes mean the world and can change the world in you! Â They can easily determine your future, just with the smallest of steps, thoughts or words.
It might be a simple statement but its something that means so much. Â Simple is so often the best. I know my brain OFTEN over complicates things.
But I also know that I can choose how I respond! Â It’s my future afterall!
So I’m keeping on with the small changes.  The small ideas.  The brave moves forward.
I only get one chance at this life and if the least I can do is respond positively, be grateful and have faith – I know I will be creating the best future possible.
 For I know the plans I have for you,â declares the Lord, âplans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11
> Grateful Heart with Emily from Ember Grey blog