Copyright 2015 by R.A. Robbins
Two and a half years ago Bob and I moved to the lake. At first it was “paradise.” Then some major changes around here brought us back to reality and reminded us that life has its challenges and people are people no matter where you live.
The biggest challenge for me has been staying young and healthy in body, mind and spirit while surrounded by people who are older and believe sickness is an inevitable part of aging. In fact certain illnesses and major surgeries seem to be badges of honor and rights of passage.
During this time I have often found myself feeling that I was fighting against negativity, stereotypes of aging and yes sometimes even people. I have often talked with Bob about the struggle to maintain my healthy lifestyle.
Then something happened that made me realize I had it all wrong. Instead of fighting against I should see myself as living for something greater. Instead of fighting against sickness and negativity I should be living for wellness, light, love and focusing on the positive. It may seem like a very slight shift but if we look at it closely the difference is huge.
The same applies to life in the wider world. Are we fighting against the negative forces in the world today or are we living for light, love, peace, acceptance, and creating a better world for all?
What are you fighting against? How can you flip that into living for something greater?
espirational.com 
It’s all perspective and attitude.
Some people seem to revel in their suffering. Presenting conditions and prescriptions as badges, competing for the winner of “The Greatest Sufferer”.
Other people go through the most serious circumstances yet retain a brave face and a smile.
My favorite quip about perspective:
What do you say when you see dog poop?
What does a fly say about the same thing?
Seek Peace,
Paz
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Thank you! Love the comment and love the perspective!
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Reblogged this on Peace, Power and Possibility Project and commented:
Oh yes! Couldn’t have said it better myself!
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Thank you for always sharing words that bring life. 🙂 I am thankful that I follow your blog.
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Thank you so much for the kind words. They mean so much to me. I am thankful that you follow Espirational.
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I work with the elderly and there’s a lot of wonderful examples of living full of light! What a great post and a news way of being
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Cannot agree more.
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Thank you.
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I am not a fighter either.
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