The Answer Key

Being kind is a simple way to spread happiness. It does not have to be a grand exercise. Whether it is as simple as holding the door open for a stranger, hugging someone you love, or a smile shared with a neighbor- kindness is priceless. You can literally change the energy in the room with one kind gesture. You can also lift your own spirits by spreading kindness around. Both the giver and the receiver get a healthy boost of positive energy; everyone can use more of that. ~For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!  

In the steady times and times of uncertainty, one must realize that the biggest obstacle in any new venture is your own self-doubt. While choosing what you want may be easy for some, deciding to go after it despite the unknown is the hardest part for everyone. Fear can stunt your growth, but still, if you know in your heart that the outcome you desire is worth the risk- fight for it. Even if your voice, hands, and knees are shaking, keep at it. No matter how slow you have to go, every bit of effort counts. Grab hold of your goal like it already belongs to you, and keep going until it does. ~For more positive posts stop by fb.me/TheAnswerKey & tweet me @_TheAnswerKey daily!  

Taking care of you should not offend anyone else. You should be on your priority list. You should be conscious of who you allow to take up your time and energy. Take care of You. Make space for You this week. Make time for You. Take care of your business and your body. Take a longer shower, oil your skin thoroughly, drink your water, and find some time to dance. Enjoy your-SELF!  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me   @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

When life starts getting overwhelming, it can be easy to find yourself feeling sad and defeated. The fastest way to recover is to count your bounty of blessings. Take a beat. Slow things down. Save yourself. Avoid dwelling on a problem without finding the solution, and prioritize: the goals, your needs, the timeline, and solutions. Nothing is too big. You are well-equipped to handle any and everything placed in your lap. You've got this... stay encouraged and in gratitude. ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!  

Remember, more frequently than you have allowed yourself to be reminded before, you need to be kind to yourself. Be as kind to you as you are to your very best friend in the world. Smile your way through the next moments of your life with contentment and peace even in the midst of uncertainty. Intentionally, fill your heart and mind with kindness and joy on purpose. You deserve it.  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

Nothing feels better than being happily unbothered. Happiness is always an option with grace and gratitude. Peace is a spiritual and physiological adaptation; stay dedicated to it. Purpose is fulfillment repeated in action with clear intention. Freedom is experiencing them all at the same time. What makes it all possible is maintaining your focus on you: your health, your energy, your education, your purpose, and your experiences. Make the necessary adjustments for your freedom even if that means going without some things or some people.  Be so focused on living your best life you do not have time to be bothered- be happy.  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me    @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

Pray first. Then, count your blessings because gratitude and anxiety cannot share the same space. Now, prepare to shake things up. Take a trip. Take a drive. Take a walk or simply step outside. Close your eyes, and take a deep breath. Breathe in through your nose, out through your mouth so you can smell and taste the air. Focus on the beating of your own heart. That sweet rhythm... let it be a calm and steady reminder that your presence is important and your Being is enough. Then, intentionally create more joy every chance you get.  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me    @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

Know when it is time to cut ties with the the ignorant, the indecent, classless, dramatic, disrespectful, and the delusional- let them go. Let them be and fester amongst themselves. Refuse to give them the audience they crave. Know when you are above the fray, and act accordingly. Remain elevated. Remember that you are pragmatic, motivated, sophisticated, and celebrated among those that truly know you. Be dutifully at work on your greatness and betterment- be better and move on. ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me    @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

Continue to express your gratitude for all that you have, will gain, and even your losses that blessed your life by leaving. Have faith that all of it happens with good reason. As you go forward keep that in mind.  Know that you can handle trials and triumph just the same, with grace, dignity, resilience, gratitude, and a humble heart.  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!  

They will always think what they want, and there is nothing you can do about it. Now, you be the judge. Judge for yourself. Look yourself in the mirror and answer to you. Everyone else's take is just their opinion. The ideas they have formed about who they think you are have nothing to do with you, who you are, or who you are becoming. Even for the people that matter, whose opinions you hope are positive and at the very least, pragmatic- they only know some of your depth. Even they can not attest to your every challenge, consideration, conquest, desire or fear. Speak for yourself and speak up. Make sure you get your attention, and get to the business of being someone you would speak highly of.  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

As you embark on this new week, challenge yourself to set a specific goal to accomplish. Whether it is something big or small is irrelevant. The accomplishment and the journey to it is an intangible investment in your future is the focus. Give yourself a win. Believe you can, and you will. Put in the effort, and remember that even moving at a snail's pace is still forward progress. Keep going.  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!  

Your resilience has proven that happiness is always an option. You have survived challenges, disappointments, and heartbreak, and found happiness again and again. Usually, it can be as close as you choose for it to be, but some days it will take effort. It might need some convincing with a scented candle, a long bath, a good book, or lingering embrace to show itself, but it will show up and find you... again.  ~ For more positive posts stop by   fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!  

It can be challenging to chase your dream especially the one that seems far fetched, but distant or difficult does not make it impossible. The fact that it is a challenge, there are obstacles, and it takes time is part of what confirms the calling. Stay willing to work for it. Stay committed and consistent. Even the smallest effort draws you closer. Keep going.   ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me   @_TheAnswerKey  daily!  

While you are busying yourself checking off every accomplishment you set out to achieve this year and every goal you have faced and conquered; make time to be present. Live in the moment. Stillness has many values, but one underestimated asset is the appreciation of your experience in the present tense. Time truly does fly, and when one fails to acknowledge the experience they have in real time the memory is limited, deficient, or incomplete. Make time to appreciate your full experience while you are living it, and live your best life being with the people you love.  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

Plans may change, but the goal does not have to. Believe in your goals and your ability to accomplish them. Progress does not always go in a straight line. There will be twists and turns on the way. The arduous journey is designed to test and challenge you, but it is also meant to edify and enlighten you too. Embrace it all. Lean into the curves, and try to enjoy the ride.  ~ For more positive posts stop by   fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me  @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

By this point, you can only hope to realize that the most important investment you can make is in yourself. Believe in yourself with all your heart. The gifts you possess are not accidental, random, or arbitrary. You are meant to do great things, and you will as long as you keep believing in yourself.  ~ For more positive posts stop by  fb.me/TheAnswerKey  & tweet me   @_TheAnswerKey  daily!

Nothing feels better than peace. Make time for yourself to just be. Be with you. Be present. Be in the moment, and feel your way around. Breathe in peace, and exhale gratitude. While the world can be unpredictable, stressful, and chaotic from time to time, nothing beats peace so when you have it... just be.  ~For more positive posts stop by  www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey     &  fb.me/TheAnswerKey   daily!  

In the hustle, bustle, and from time to time chaos that can happen while thriving or surviving life, it is easy to miss out on the come up, the upgrades, the growth, and accumulation of accomplishments. Remember to pause. Take a beat to relish in all that has come to pass and came to be. Despite whatever has stood in your way, you managed to get over, around, or through it all before. Count your blessings. Be grateful for it all; bask in your bounty, and soak up your success. Take this moment, and enjoy it. You deserve it all.  ~For more positive posts stop by  www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey   &  fb.me/TheAnswerKey   daily!

This season can usher in copious amounts of change or the desire for it. With all of its bright colors and whimsy, the outlook on your current status in life can be a heavy burden if you feel like the leaves are not dancing for you. On the other hand, these changes can make you feel buoyant, hopeful and optimistic about the possibilities that lie ahead. Choose to live in the latter. Even if your season is not loaded with accolades and accomplishments just yet, you can prepare for them. You can utilize this time for planning, building, and learning so that you are fully equipped to enter your winning season, and when it comes, you will be ready to make the most of it.  ~For more positive posts stop by  www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey   &  fb.me/TheAnswerKey   daily!  

Slide into this week with ease. Have no doubt that you can handle whatever this week hands you. Commit to showing up as your best, at your best, and to the best of your ability. Wash away any fear or worries, and welcome waves of positivity, peace, and prosperity. Enjoy an amazing week, and be grateful for every opportunity it has to offer.  ~For more positive posts stop by  www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey   &  fb.me/TheAnswerKey   daily!