You can’t always control the outcome
of what you’ve planned – but you can control your attitude towards the outcome.
Example:
You are driving your family to your
in-laws to spend the holidays. The car breaks
down, or the weather prevents you from arriving to your destination at
designated time. What do you do?
a.
Mope
about it
b.
Make
the best of the situation
I would hope that if it was my family that
all of us would select the answer b.
Okay, so things didn’t work out to our expectations. We can still create positive memories.
We can stop off at the motel and learn
more about the owners and/or staff that is working. We can help them to have a more memorable
Christmas. We can sing Christmas carols. We can tell stories. We can have meaningful conversations.
I recall the power going out one year on
Christmas day. It was one of the most
memorable Christmases for many. Families
were forced to come together because they couldn’t depend on electrical entertainment. One could not drive anywhere.
We had gone exploring just to see how many
streets were without power. Lots! Not many people venturing out in the snow. Enough to wonder the same thing we were.
Our power returned after about 8 hours or so. Bill and Kayla were still without. We offered for them to come stay with
us. Their power returned as they were
getting some overnight bags together.
But there were some that were without for three days.
And then there are those who’ve had to change
their plans due to elements – such as Sandy.
Another example: All of the children have
shown up for Christmas dinner except for one – of course you are concerned –
but try focusing on the ones who are there instead of dwelling over the one
who’s not thus creating a worrisome holiday for everybody else.
Attitude can make or break how one may
perceive Christmas. What memories do you
want to hold onto? What memories will
and do you cherish?
Keep safe this holiday and may your
attitude make this the best Christmas ever!
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