I think happiness is a choice. No matter what your situation is and how difficult or challenging your days can be, you have a choice to live your life in the rays of the sun or in the shadows. I'm not saying it is easy to do, there are days where I really have to stop and assess how I am feeling and what I am projecting. I have been ill for 12 years and every day has been full of challenges and for a long time I gave into my emotional state and let sadness rule my days. In the past couple of years I have been working on flipping that around. I have become very conscious of my emotions and if I feel myself being weighed down by despair, I try to flip it. It works! Stop your train of thought and try to breathe in some light and good thoughts. This will raise your vibration and allow happiness in. Light, healing, good feeling, happiness. We really do have the power to change our thoughts and our lives.
This is my second week of my Lyme Disease treatment, the good news is the first week flew by. This process is very scary and physically hard and it is very easy to get down and depressed over. Believe me, very easy. But, I am really trying to take a different approach. Whenever I feel the fear and sadness coming in, I take a deep breath and raise my vibration. I can physically feel my body releasing and allowing lighter energy to come in. How do you handle hard situations? What kind of emotional life do you choose to live?
Your posts always seem to resonate with me in some way, thanks for sharing this. I can relate with learning to tune into your emotions and choosing to be happier, it is a challenge but well worth the effort.
Wish you a speedy recovery!
Posted by: {COZAMIA} | 06/13/2011 at 06:41 PM
This is a great post, Stephanie! I choose to live in a very "hopeful" emotional state of mind. I was sick for several years (not 12!!) it did get dark, now i look back and think, "Wow! I made it through that!" You are doing the same, you should really be proud of yourself! You are on the road to recovery!
Posted by: Monica Lee | 06/13/2011 at 07:20 PM
Thanks Nancy and Monica!
Monica, I love meeting people who have overcome their challenges. I loved meeting you in person at Surtex, you have such a great energy and a lot of it too!!!
Posted by: Stephanie | 06/14/2011 at 01:44 PM
I am amazed by your ability to inspire me inspite of the challenges you are facing. I wonder if life's challenges reach into a place in our heart and soul like a garden. The seeds that you plant on your blog might be coming from a place that is very challenging but what I see and read on your blog is very beautiful and comforting as well. Thank you for your inspiration. And best wishes with the treatment you are undertaking!
Posted by: Vanessa | 06/16/2011 at 01:56 PM
Your work is so beautiful and inspiring Stephanie, so is your blog posts and your personality.:)
Thanks for sharing your positive thoughts and amazing art with all of us.
I hope all goes well for your treatment, and always be happy and healthy!
Posted by: Sunny | 06/17/2011 at 05:09 PM
Vanessa, Beautifully stated. Thank you so much. I do believe that our challenges have the ability to spark compassion within us. When I am writing, I feel like not only am I healing myself by getting the emotions out but, I am also helping others who are experiencing similar things. The biggest lesson I have learned through this is you never know what other people are going through, so approach all circumstances with love, empathy and compassion for others.
Posted by: Stephanie | 06/17/2011 at 10:28 PM
Thanks Sunny! I am so glad that you found my blog and appreciate your kind words.
Posted by: Stephanie | 06/17/2011 at 10:29 PM