Log 6

 

"People who smile a lot tend to have good luck."

This is something we often hear in life, and perhaps it’s because a positive and optimistic mindset can truly impact a person.

In the chapters I recently read, Mary and her servant Martha developed a deeper friendship. As Martha shared stories about her family and background, Mary started to understand their differences. Even though Martha came from a poor family and lived a hard life, she didn’t lose hope. Instead, she maintained a positive and optimistic attitude. Mary also started to become friends with her cousin Colin, who had been sheltered and overprotected due to health issues. This caused him to become self-conscious, closed off, and pessimistic. However, with Mary’s care and encouragement, Colin gradually turned into a lively, self-confident young boy. Through this story, we can see that whether it’s having a positive outlook yourself or spreading kindness and encouragement to others, positivity helps people face challenges with courage and believe in their own abilities.

This resonated with me. I’m in a dance club, and we often need to learn new dance routines. I only started learning to dance in college, so I don’t have much experience. Some moves are hard for me to do well, which can be frustrating when I’ve practiced a lot but still can’t get them right. During these times, my friends encourage and reassure me, saying things like, "Don’t worry, you can do it!" Their words warm my heart and help me believe in myself, giving me the strength to keep practicing. When I finally succeed, it feels incredibly rewarding, and I grow to love dancing even more.

I think both the story and my own experience show how a positive and optimistic attitude can make a big difference. Having a positive mindset changes how we see things and can lead us to different ways of solving problems, so it’s very important to stay optimistic and open.