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Perspective

“The point of view in which you see a situation from”

“A particular attitude towards or way of regarding something”

“A point of view”

“The way you interpret a situation”

The definition in itself suggests that we look at things differently, although allowing for the potential of similarities. We all look at things differently; we all have different ways of perceiving things, different personalities and values that suggest diversity.

Everything in this world has meaning if it’s approached by diverse perspective. A perspective can be changed, developed or influenced. Understanding that no matter what, life continues to progress and move forward. We don’t go back in time, it’s a continuous journey. Forward, it’s a progression, a progression that is always going to be positive.  

Positivity is a choice, whether that’s in mood, relationships or conflicts. Positivity can be reached if the perspective is altered to achieve the desired outcome.

Life is a process of making decisions, making a decision should be met with the question ‘what kind of person do I want to be?’ Whether that is your action or your reaction, your next step is your decision. How do you want to influence the situation, the task or the person? Remembering that your words and your actions will inevitably affect the way you are perceived and the way you perceive the situation.

Every situation in life proposes the opportunity for different outcomes; use the metaphor of a door for example.

Are you open or are you closed? Do you tackle situations with an open mind? Do you allow yourself to gather a more rounded perspective of a situation and consider other people’s point of view? Or do you enforce your individual thought track on a situation and close off the possibility for a solution?

It’s a choice.

Do you have a window? Do you consider how others see you? Do you want to see the world with transparency? Or do you block it out?

It’s a choice.

Do you have a doorbell? Do you allow the opportunity for people to call on you if they need you? Will you answer the door regardless of the situation? Or will you leave them knocking?

It’s a choice.

Positivity is a  choice, positivity is a perspective.
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