THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING: HOW TO STAY HAPPY IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY

But we must also understand that like everything else, difficulties and problems are also transient. Our bad times will come and go. This too shall pass.

- AIR-ATMAN IN RAVI

Of course, the question is how can one we be happy in the face of adversity? How can we think positively? Undoubtedly, adversities can pull us down physically, emotionally and mentally. To begin with, we must understand one simple truth of life: life is Karma. What we give, we get. As we sow, so shall we reap. This world is governed by the Law of Karma. Whatever is unfolding in life is the result of our own actions. It could be actions done in the past, years ago or actions of an earlier life. Having understood this, we must accept our circumstances gracefully. Of course, we must try to find a solution to the challenges that we are facing. We must do our best. But when we can't change things, we must surrender to the Divine Will that works through the law of Karma. In fact, instead of brooding and wondering why things are happening the way they are, not only must we find solutions but we must also rejoice knowing that some negative Karma is being negative thoughts of fear, negated.