There’s a ton of negativity out there. A lot of focus on what isn’t working. A lot of focus on what’s wrong. A lot of focus on the things people find upsetting.

It’s important to be humble and to recognize life brings challenges. I have empathy for what people go through. Ignoring things or sweeping them under the rug doesn’t work long-term.

But I also believe that there’s an alternative to the negativity. I believe there is value in taking the time to gain perspective on what matters most. Making the effort to appreciate what is working. Deciding to recognize one thing that you can appreciate — and that you likely take for granted.

Perspective is important. Perspective doesn’t mean ignoring reality. Perspective allows us to see things and people for what and who they are, not worse than they are.

Perspective is an alternative to negativity. Perspective makes us happier. Perspective allows us to live better. I believe this message is worth sharing and it’s what I’ll continue to do. Thanks for reading!