PTO Day One: Positive Thoughts

Take a stand against the negativity that surrounds you. This is not as easy a task as you may think. Many times the negativity is unavoidably in your path, but look for alternate routes. 

One thing, you can and will need to continue to do as you purge, is to remove those FB "friends" that continue to bring negativity to the forefront. Its time we use the social media network for its intended purpose of socializing and not point fingers and complain about everything in our lives. This doesn't mean you shouldn't vent occasionally, but let's stop the bickering and rude comments and instead offer insight and alternatives when a "friend" is venting a frustration.

Focus on the positive people and experiences in life everyday and smile as many times as you can. Each opportunity to frown is another opportunity to decide not to. Each moment of frustration is a chance to discover new strength that will help overcome any obstacle that gets in the way.

And never be ashamed or too proud to apologize when you are wrong! 

I've been wrong plenty this year and I will use this PTO I have to reflect, resolve, and move forward...

that's The Brick Way...