I read a very interesting article recently, It said that as humans, we are “hard-wired to focus on the negative more than the positive.”
This made me reflect on how I perceive and view my day and its happenings. I realized that I do sometimes have a tendency to bring up what could have been better or the down moments of the day, versus the many positive moments (whether micro or mega) that happen. I decided to start writing down these moments as they happened. I used a simple pad of paper by my desk or the notes app on my phone. What I discovered was an immediate change in my attitude, and it was contagious!
God promises us joy in the day–unconditional and unlimited joy. Sure, there are “valley moments,” but even in those we can find positives. My prayer is that each day we ask the Lord to open our eyes to the good moments and help us not to stay focused on the bad moments. If we have gratitude in our attitude, it will frame our day to find the micro moments of joy. Let’s be contagious!
