Wisdom Wednesday

Welcome to my new Wisdom Wednesday’s post. Every Wednesday for the next two months I will post an inspirational quote and write about what it means to me. It is my hope that the quotes will inspire you and bring joy to your Wednesdays.

We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves. Buddha

I grew up in a home that was plagued with depression. There was very little happiness, striving to meet goals, or expressions of love. It gave me the freedom to escape through my mind which eventually motivated me to search for my own happiness. In my search I discovered the power of thoughts which lead to beliefs. I could believe people were out to get me or I could believe people were good. I could believe life was a privilege and feel joy every day or I could complain. My view, my thoughts, shaped my world. I strive daily to have a stronger mind that will show me the glass is always full and thus my heart.