Grateful

Santiago, Chile
August 25, 2020 6:52pm CST
I am a man who believes in God, positive thinking and everything positive in general. When I was younger, like 10 years ago I did not apply this kind of mindset to my life because I was skeptic and doubtful. So when different kinds of situations as positive as negative ones happened to me I realized that despite good stuff going on, I turned out to be a person who only focused on the downside of life. Then I compared not only myself but also my life to others in order to see a contrast to finally realize that I had many positive things in my life leading me to conclude that I was a lucky guy. And still am. Lucky to have a family who accepts me for who I am, a few but trustworthy friends, skills that make me an outstanding professional, among others. At some point it might look like I say it in a cocky way but that isn't the aim indented. In this sense I will always encourage you all to look the good in you, to kick that negativity and push forward ahead where success awaits for all of us. So today it is a day to thank God for all the good he's given us, and the bad He has warded off. I am grateful. Photo Courtesy of Google Image.
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@DianneN (254926)
• United States
26 Aug 20
I'm so pleased to read this. You have such a good head on your shoulders. Stay positive, focused, and thankful!
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@DianneN (254926)
• United States
27 Aug 20
@jvicentevalera You did a great job. We can all use reminders! Don't forget, tomorrow is Friday!
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• Santiago, Chile
28 Aug 20
@DianneN it is finally Fridianne!
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• Santiago, Chile
27 Aug 20
Thank you Dianne. I wanted to post about it cause o am sure people put there need to be reminded to focused on the good and not the bad stuff in life.
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@just4him (323168)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
26 Aug 20
It's so much better to be positive than negative. You see so much more joy than pain, and you can encourage those going through pain.
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@just4him (323168)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
27 Aug 20
@jvicentevalera That's my aim too with the Thankful posts.
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• Santiago, Chile
28 Aug 20
@just4him and we all appreciate it!
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• Santiago, Chile
27 Aug 20
That was my aim valerie, to try to encourage others to thrive harder and not focusing on the negative aspects of life!
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• Valdosta, Georgia
26 Aug 20
From my experience positive people are more selfless. When we are negative and focusing on all of the bad stuff, we are feeling sorry for ourselves and focused on us... This world needs God's love! They need to see selfless people being the hands and feet of Jesus. God has been SO good to us even though we don't deserve it. I like to call myself GODfident--not confident! Very different indeed.
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• Valdosta, Georgia
26 Aug 20
@jvicentevalera You're very welcome! I actually got that word from an amazing man of God named Todd White. You should check his messages out on Youtube. They are amazing!! I am so glad I helped, I love when God uses me to uplift others. =)
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• Santiago, Chile
26 Aug 20
OMG! Jennifer that new word I had never heard it before, it is giving me life! I will use it from now on! I am GODfident forever and ever! I am beyond greatful for reading and receiving this message which is uplifting. I will always encourage people to stick to their faith in God. Thank you for leaving this comment!
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• Santiago, Chile
27 Aug 20
@LovingMyBabies I am very greatful! Thank you Jennifer!
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@BelleStarr (61463)
• United States
26 Aug 20
This year in particular we need to focus on the positive
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• Santiago, Chile
26 Aug 20
Belle, I understand if you are currently goin through a tough times, even if i was in your shoes i would say the same. You are allowed to feel bad, down, etc. However I decided today to spread good vibes here because I really need to. Thanks for popping up!
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@JudyEv (382147)
• Rockingham, Australia
26 Aug 20
We need to have a positive image of ourselves if we are to succeed. That is different to being cocky.
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• Santiago, Chile
26 Aug 20
Oh Judy, that I well said! Amazing way to put it!
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@sophie09 (34230)
• Indonesia
26 Aug 20
Yes i am grateful everyday
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• Santiago, Chile
26 Aug 20
Amazing! I thank God for this Sophie!
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@sophie09 (34230)
• Indonesia
27 Aug 20
@jvicentevalera yes thats good
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@kanuck1 (4424)
26 Aug 20
"I am a man who believes in God, positive thinking and everything positive in general." I also focus on those things!
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@kanuck1 (4424)
27 Aug 20
@jvicentevalera I can see that you have a good heart! Let's say that everyone was you, would the world be a much better place?
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• Santiago, Chile
27 Aug 20
Those words came out of my heart. Thanks for highlighting them!
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• Santiago, Chile
28 Aug 20
@kanuck1 yes, it would. I am not saying I am any perfect, but I am conscious. In this sense the major problem that the world has is the lacking of conciousness.
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@Tampa_girl7 (54715)
• United States
29 Aug 20
Positivity and gratitude is good to have
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• Santiago, Chile
29 Aug 20
Absolutely. They're part of my strengths!
@franxav (14591)
• India
29 Aug 20
I am grateful for you. It is good to meet a friend with similar thoughts.
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• Santiago, Chile
29 Aug 20
Thank you very much, we are here to support each other!
@Deepizzaguy (122196)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
26 Aug 20
You are right since despite bad things that happens to all of us, God will help us to get back on our feet so we can develop His character of being kind to others.
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• Santiago, Chile
26 Aug 20
That's so right my friend! In life bad things will come up eventually, sometimes we can fail, which is understandable but God no matter what will be there lifting us up to keep moving!
@thelme55 (79324)
• Germany
26 Aug 20
I am also a grateful person. I look up to the positive aspects of my life. I am trying to be positive too as I can.
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@thelme55 (79324)
• Germany
27 Aug 20
@jvicentevalera I agree with you. That is what I always do.
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• Santiago, Chile
27 Aug 20
Very good Thelma! I know life sometimes gets difficult, we cannot deny it, but we must lift ourselves up and keep living. Always besides God.
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@CarolDM (203396)
• Nashville, Tennessee
28 Aug 20
Good for you for realizing who you are and what makes you happy. Many spend a lifetime and still have no clue. I try to be positive as well.
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@CarolDM (203396)
• Nashville, Tennessee
28 Aug 20
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• Santiago, Chile
28 Aug 20
Thank you Carol. Thanks for you lovely comment!
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