We have all heard the old saying, ‘when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.’ Personally, I would prefer the lemons every time over the lemonade. That is how I start each and every day, hot water and lemon. It is part of my morning routine and gives me the kick start I need for each day.
Then as my day continues, I can go in search of my ‘lemonade moments.’ I love the fact that I have choices throughout my daily life. Yes there are some things that are compulsory, that I have to do in order to survive. But the big thing is, how I chose to do them. If I procrastinate and make excuses everything is always so much harder. I know what needs to be done, I know how much time I have, I want the outcome…….. so bottom line, I make it happen.
The key is to get the balance. Not everything has to be a chore. If I doubt my capability, it all becomes too much and my confidence is knocked. If I take a deep breath and look at it from a different perspective, then the way ahead becomes much clearer.
Take for example, the difference in attitude between two of my favourite childhood characters. Eeyore and Winnie-the-Pooh. They both live in the same wood and yet have completely different views on life. One is all doom and gloom, with everything being negative and too hard. The other, is very ho hum about life and much more positive in his approach. Who would you rather be? The Eeyore days are so much harder to push through.
So remember, whether it is lemons or lemonade that you prefer, take a moment to think why and exactly how that relates to you and your life. We are here to truly live each day, they are our days. Enjoy them.
Louise xxx