Attitude determines altitude

If you were one of the many who darkened the doors of Jean Ann O'Neal's 7th grade Science room, you were greeted with one of her favorite quotes, "Attitude determines altitude."  I don't think until recently I understood the gravity of that quote.  A positive attitude is so big, so defining in life.  I think an eye opening difference for me is when a positive person enters my life.  It's contagious.  

I found myself reaching and grasping for positive things before my hospitalization.  I texted a friend about sending me the "Power of Positive Thinking" CD since I couldn't attend the classes.  I knew then I excelled around positivity.  I was too weak at the time to attain it on my own.  Now that I have clarity, I'm amazed at how well I function around happy souls.  Our attitude has a profound effect on our physical, spiritual and mental well being.  For me I have learned a few guidelines and to exit stage left if I find myself feeling emotionally affected, exhausted, guilty, ashamed, in "rescue or fix mode" with people.  It isn't productive for either party.  

I took some notes at The Peach which I found to be so enlightening on this topic.  

My situation is not......

permanent (things WILL get better)
pervasive (my whole life isn't ruined)
personal (my problem is an unfortunate circumstance, not my fault)

Exchange attitude for gratitude.  It works every time, hands down.  

Happy Monday!   xo, n