Stuff happens...

but what really matters is how we respond to it.

The human spirit is indomitable, even in the face of major crisis. If stuff didn't happen in our lives, our lives would cease to be. Sometimes we want to control stuff from happening in our lives. We don't grow unless stuff happens--both good and bad stuff. Giving thanks for the good stuff in our life is, or should be, easy. When bad stuff happens, you can fix it--at least most bad stuff that happens.

Let's say you lose your job, and people do everyday. You may be angry, and scared; put the energy of fear, and anger into constructive action. No one can achieve anything alone, so affirm these facts:

• I am here • I have ability • I have resources.

• Be mindful of and use what you have — remember, no challenge is bigger than you are.

From: Stuff Happens (and then you fix it!) by John Alston and Lloyd Thaxton