“Nothing can dim the light that shines within you.” Maya Angelou
There are times in life when everything seems to be trying to beat your enthusiasm out of you.
At work, you are being confronted by problem after problem, at home the kids have all ganged up and decided to have massive tween/teen meltdowns at the same time, and your partner is not being supportive, or is having his or her own issues…
Nothing seems to be going your way.
But no matter what is happening, you have to hold tight to that flame of hope and positivity that shines within you.
Don’t allow it to be dimmed, as the great Maya Angelou says, or put out. It’s the one thing that will guide you to a better time and place.
So… tell me, how can you let your light shine brighter?
thereluctantpoet
Dec 10, 2018 @ 05:38:34
Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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OIKOS™-Publishing
Dec 09, 2018 @ 22:12:08
Great reminder! I am always looking on the bright side of life.(Monty P.) lol Michael
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 22:29:11
Best way to be! I love that song!
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OIKOS™-Publishing
Dec 09, 2018 @ 23:20:40
So i am. 🙂
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hotmessmemoir
Dec 09, 2018 @ 21:15:02
Thanks for this! I think I needed it! Does wine count to make me shine bright? LOL!
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 22:28:40
If wine is what you need…! 😀
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fancypaperblog
Dec 09, 2018 @ 21:02:50
Some days is harder than others x love this little reminder Ritu
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 22:28:25
Thanks Orla! Life is full of ups and downs, it’s just how we handle it that makes them appear higher or lower…
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fancypaperblog
Dec 21, 2018 @ 10:07:36
And you are a super inspiration Ritu x
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Ritu
Dec 21, 2018 @ 10:08:42
Oh thank you Orla 😍
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Erika Kind
Dec 09, 2018 @ 19:52:35
We can try to hide it, lock it away, or even forget about it. But it will always shine the same bright anyway!
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 19:56:51
Yes! Exactly that sis 😍
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Erika Kind
Dec 09, 2018 @ 20:02:55
🌟🌟
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joey
Dec 09, 2018 @ 19:04:31
Generally, I AM the light in our house, trying to hold everyone together and keep their spirits up — hope hope hope! — but I think Sassy is really trying to do the same sometimes, and it’s nice to have someone else on the team!
Teens and their meltdowns almost makes you miss the 2s and 3s, mm? Oy
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 19:17:27
Mmmmm…. And I just spent time with 3.5 month old twins today… They don’t answer back…
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joey
Dec 09, 2018 @ 19:45:21
LOL!
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syl65
Dec 09, 2018 @ 17:49:11
Keep our hope shining even brighter!
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 18:43:41
Yes Brother!!!
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syl65
Dec 10, 2018 @ 00:53:00
🙏💜
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thepoojasblog
Dec 09, 2018 @ 16:53:11
This is so true that hope takes you long way and guides you to solve problems in life.
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 16:55:50
We should not lose hope ever 🙏🏼💜
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Madekesiworld
Dec 09, 2018 @ 14:12:41
Thanks Ritu for this encouraging message.
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 16:31:14
You are most welcome 😍
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robbiesinspiration
Dec 09, 2018 @ 10:02:10
Awww! Ritu, sorry to read. Don’t worry, the kids will get over themselves and everything passes, work issues and all. Lots of hugs.
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 10:13:48
I’m still smiling… Makes me feel positive then 😍
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Losing the Plot
Dec 09, 2018 @ 08:16:55
I think I need to revisit this later, soo how people manage, because sometimes I struggle with this.
It’s ok when there is maybe one or two issues, but when the world gangs up against you, it can feel overwhelming standing alone against it.
Maybe I’ve answered my own question- don’t stand alone, surround yourself with a supportive tribe who will help boye you up, and will protect your flame for you while you rest; just as you will do for them?
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 08:44:59
I think you hit the nail on the head .
Sometimes it’s knowing that you have a core group of people, be they family or friends, who know you, and what you go through… They help to rally you round, and keep your light shining for you, like a shelter around a naked flame in the wind. 😍
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Losing the Plot
Dec 09, 2018 @ 10:05:33
Lantern Club 🥰
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 10:13:25
😊
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Nirant Gurav
Dec 09, 2018 @ 05:31:15
Totally Agreed !!
Good one
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 08:36:50
Thanks 😊
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Nirant Gurav
Dec 09, 2018 @ 12:06:36
Pleasure always for beautiful stuff mate
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Carol Anne
Dec 09, 2018 @ 05:27:20
I agree! Hope! Having hope! That’s what I do! xo
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Ritu
Dec 09, 2018 @ 08:36:38
Hope is a MUST Carol Anne 💜
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