First Thought: Best Thought

First Thought: Best Thought
©Allen Merritt (2014)

Welcome to the New Year!

I want to make the most out of moving forward in life this year, especially in consideration of all the chaos that surrounds us day in and day out. I believe it my personal responsibility to create more positive outcomes, so I've decided to share my observations and thoughts by writing a weekly blog (of sorts) and posting any good news I discover from my daily encounters.

My first subject is about getting started on the right foot each day. The little photo I shared is simple. It shares an idea - FIRST THOUGHT: BEST THOUGHT. Four little words causing me to stop and ponder how to turn things around before I even need to. It is an interesting psychology to grasp in that we (as human beings) tend to jump the gun, react too quickly and/or make too many assumptions. Can we control our thought patterns by suspending judgment long enough to turn it around and find something good in the moment, look for a positive twist, have a little giggle and let something go, discover what matters most and allow ourselves to enjoy our lives just that much more in the midst of pandemonium? Maybe starting off on the right foot means bringing ourselves back to a state of mind which allows for imperfections by understanding HOW those imperfections happen even within ourselves.

To make a better day for everyone may mean waking up and realizing we are already blessed with a great gift of another day to try and be the best we possibly can be. That first thought may lead to a little smile, which results in a moment of thanksgiving or attitude of gratitude.

Let's face it; it is too easy to go on the attack. Many times it is unnecessary and leads to hurt feelings, animosity and misunderstandings. Think about it. What is your first thought when someone says something to you that does not sit well or make sense to you? What is that first thought when you suddenly feel offended? What is your first notion when you find yourself in disagreement? Is that first thought the best thought for continuing and/or furthering a civil conversation? Does it generate a sense of calm? I think many people are interested in turning things around and finding a little more peace in each day. One good thought may ripple into another and before you know it things do not seem so crazy. Having a good day can’t be a bad thing, right?

So, as each of us begin a New Year, thinking on ways to improve our individual circumstances, I hope the idea of making our first thoughts our best thoughts doesn't seem like a far-fetched idea, but a realistic one in creating a better day.

I would love everyone to share their own ideas and comments by contributing to this blog in the comments below. Feel free to share this page.

Cheers!