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have you ever considered that you can choose your mood? students of personal development will be aware of this fundamental principle.
If the concept sounds strange let me give you an example. A week ago the sun shone the whole day long, and though I had plenty of work to do I couldn't resist a walk around my local lake. I was snapping photos of the glorious autumn colours as I went. And the wildlife looked super-happy too so I took some pics of them as well.
After the walk I met up with a friend for coffee and cake. All lovely! My mood was happy and joyful.
The very next day, though, and until now, most of the UK has been blanketed in thick grey cloud. Yes, we are experiencing Anticyclonic Gloom - apparently caused by high pressure trapping the clouds. It is enough to bring anybody's mood down! But I determinedly chose joy instead. Actually, ha ha, I really didn't want to feel bad as well as being surrounded by that greyness. And so, I find myself saying often, Dear God, I am happy just to be alive! (One of the affirmations from my book 9 Days to Heaven - see below.)
It could be, though, that wherever you are living in the world, it is maybe not a literal cloud that is making you feel low but rather a testing time. But still, I want to reiterate that you do have a choice over how it affects your mood.
So, your choices are: will you choose to feel gloomy V will you choose to feel joyful?
If you are wavering towards gloomy here are 3 suggestions to help you choose joyful:
1. Look at your surroundings, stamp your feet, then thank the Lord that you can see and move, and for all your other senses and faculties.
2. Think of one person in your life who loves you, then thank your Heavenly Father for their love and ask Him to bless them.
3. If you are going through a testing time remember that the Holy Spirit lives with you and loves you.
Then say this prayer, or one of your own,
"Dear Lord Jesus, when life is gloomy please keep reminding me that You are the Light of the World, and as I bask in Your Light help me to choose joy. Amen."
"May the God of joy fill you with hope and peace..." Romans 15:13
Do you have any tips on choosing Joy to share? If you have I'd love to hear them.
God bless,
Teresa
For articles, and inspiration, plus info about me and my work please visit my website. (www.teresaodriscoll.co.uk)
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I have been asking God for guidance and listening to His replies for many years. I share my simple methods in Pray Then Listen, A heart-to-heart with God 
Set on the green and beautiful Greek island of Corfu in this novel I show the ever-present backstory of life, as I interpret the supernatural elements of our dilemmas and choices.
I know, that no matter what your beliefs or experiences, you will surely recognize the tussles of my characters, as tussles in your own life.... Enjoy Angel at the Paradise Hotel! You may like to see my blog on the Backstory of this novel
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