The Power of Positivity

When I'm out walking Cruz I often get an opportunity to chat with a variety of people. The vast majority of people I meet seem very happy and are always cheery.  Then there are a few that cannot help but tell me about all the problems with the world and how I should be able to 'relate'. I guess people see me in a wheelchair and assume that I must be unhappy. 

Granted, requiring a wheelchair sucks and I would love not to need it, but I have a wonderful life with so many things to be thankful and grateful for.   

We all have so many wonderful things to appreciate. In today’s fast paced world it may sometimes be difficult to realise just how fortunate we all are. We all have food in our bellies, safe drinking water, a roof over our head and easy access to health care if we ever require it. 

Not many people sail through life without experiencing tough times. There are moments when the world becomes so overwhelming that it begins to feel like we are helpless, suffering and alone.

If you ever find yourself 'treading water' out in the deep blue of the ocean of life, feeling like you’re about to be consumed by the surrounding waves, DON'T GIVE UP! For as long as you keep your head above the water, you have a fighting chance. Someone will come, you just have to be ready to put your hand up when they do.

I know that it's not easy to admit that you need help sometimes. Being a proud man has got me through SO many challenges in my life. But for those times when I couldn't see any light at the end of my tunnel and there have been many. I learned to reach up and take the hand that was always on offer. 

It's important to know that you are not asking for a hand out, rather you are getting a hand up. Friends are in your life for a reason, it's because they love you and if they ever needed your help I’m sure you would be there in a heartbeat. Therefore, if you ever need a hand up, just ask and I'm sure they will be there for you.

Remember - In the words of Monty Python's Life of Brian - "Always look on the bright side of life" - Life's too short to take too seriously. 

For what it's worth, that's my two cents.

Andy Farrell