The Bright Side

Hello I struggle with SA, anxiety and depression. I often unconsciously only focus on the negative events or details in my life. I would like to hear some positive moments or memories which make you feel good and feel better about life. Thank you!

[laylayla]

When I was little and I would go to the doctors to get vaccinated, my Mom would always tell me to think of something nice. There were always two options in my head: the first was imagining to be on a running horse, in the middle of the green fields, with wind blowing in my hair, while the second one was just ICE CREAM. These two images still bring a smile on my face, and I hope on yours too <3

[Hidden in reply to laylayla]

Wow thanks for sharing that. That's beautiful. I love ice cream too

[laylayla in reply to Hidden]

You’re sooo welcomeee!

[pam4him]

Had a good memory just today. Kind of silly, but made me smile. When Jurassic Park first came out, my husband took our two oldest kids to see it while I was out of town. They took me to see it when I returned, then laughed when I jumped at the scary parts. It came on TV today and I watched it more for the memory than anything. It was a good time for us and one of those rare moments kids weren't fighting and we all had fun. KUDOS to you for recognizing the need to find positivity to fight the negativity with. It's a great coping skill. Keep reaching out when you need to. If not already, consider journaling those negative thoughts to help get them out of your head. Prayers for peace and strength, and lots of positive thoughts.

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Nostalgia. Thankyou for sharing this memory is precious hold onto to it forever. This made me smile and remember small good times with my family thank you

[NeuronerdDoaty]

As I was prepped for brain surgery (as the patient) my last sight was a guy I didn’t know or pick to be in the surgery looked over me and said ‘think happy thoughts’. I picked every person who would be in the op room. No one knows who he was. For 20+ years now I’ve seen his face pop in my head saying ‘think happy thoughts’. It cheers me every time.

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That's amazing! Small words can make a huge difference. Maybe this was the universe putting him there to help you in this manner in such a nerve wracking and difficult time.