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Attitude is a Choice & Positivity is Contagious – Alexa’s Angels

Positivity is a lifestyle. It’s a way of being and, from my experience, it’s life-changing and life-affirming. As each day goes by, I’m realizing more and more just how powerful our attitudes and viewpoints truly are.

Although it’s easier to be happy on a sunny day when you’ve just received a fantastic job offer, a good friend is visiting and your finances are stable; it’s not as simple on the days you’re not feeling quite so wonderful. But, those are the times we need it most.

Alexa’s Angels sent me three lovely bracelets as a reminder. They came beautifully packaged with love and care. As I look down at my wrist, they remind me that there is always something to feel grateful for and that it is the way we look at the world that helps determine our reality.

Sometimes, it even feels like magic. When I make a conscious decision to choose joy over sadness and hope over fear, my life is transformed. I know it sounds simple, but, perhaps it really is.

These bracelets were developed after a devastating tornado hit the community of Windsor, CO, where Alexa’s Angels, an all-women jewelry company, is located. The bracelet sets were an immediate hit, a way to keep a positive attitude and share hope with others in the midst of tragedy. They provide inspiration during both difficult times of illness and grief and joyful occasions such as weddings, family reunions and celebrations of friendship.

The bracelet sets come in black, light pink, 6 bright colors, and two-toned school/team colors!

Check them out here!

Shareyourpositivity.org

The front side of the bracelet’s metal center reads “posi+ivi+y” and the reverse side directs you to Shareyourpositivity.org, a website which invites people to share their photos, quotes and inspirational stories.

And, if you’re wondering why there are three in the set? That’s for when you see someone that could use a little positivity in their life – whether they’re loved ones, friends or even strangers. Pass it on and keep it going! Crafted of rhodium and nylon, they are stretch fit, one-size-fits-all bracelets.

And, in that spirit, Alexa’s Angels is giving away a set of black Positivity bracelets here on Strange Daze Indeed. Best of luck!

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We’re all going to die, all of us, what a circus! That alone should make us love each other, but it doesn’t. We are terrorized and flattened by trivialities, we are eaten up by nothing.- Charles Bukowski

It’s Easter Sunday today, a time of resurrection and rebirth. To many, the day has strong religious significance. But, it also is a rebirth for the flowers and the earth as spring awakens from an unusually long winter this year.

I was refelecting on these ideas today and, I thought, why not take it one step further. Why not let today be our own personal rebirth, where we finally let go of the past and live in the present moment. The past is really just a construct we are all holding onto in our minds. It’s similar to listening to a song you really don’t like on the radio. If you do nothing, you’ll be unhappy; however, if you simply change the channel, you may find something you love. So, change the channel.

Is there a fear you’ve been unwilling to face. Ask yourself, what’s the worst that could happen and then try! On the other side of fear is often great joy, excitement, and a new freedom. Just as a snake sheds its skin, let today be a day of transformation.

Are there people you can’t forgive? Forgive them for yourself. Don’t hold onto the bitterness and let it fester inside you. No one says you have to spend time with them or even communicate with them. Do it because you love yourself.

I had a very wise teacher who taught me that you can’t change the moment, but, you really can change your reaction to it. No one says this will be easy, and, in fact, there are times when it’s near impossible. However, the more you can do this, the happier you become. Sometimes, it is as simple as flicking a switch and choosing to be happy when your mind is stuck in old habits.

In regards to Bukowski’s quote above: So often we let relatively minor or trivial slights ruin our day. When I look at these annoyances in light of the big picture, I wonder what got me so bent out of shape. And, the more I do this, the less these petty irritations get to me, and the more time I have to enjoy my life.

Soon, I find they barely scratch the surface of my well-being. So, on this day of rebirth, I choose to be happy, I choose joy over sadness, hope over fear. And, I’m okay to just let things be.

Happy Easter everyone!

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