"Faith is believing in things
even when common sense
tells you not to."
Check these two clips form the movie:
http://www.imdb.com/video/hulu/vi4093247513/
This definition of faith from the movie "Miracle on 34th St." still remains one of the most practical and simple to understand I have yet to hear. However, the concept that with faith all things are possible is simple but not easy to keep believing all of the time.
We may not have gotten the house we dreamt of from Santa Claus, the job we so wanted or have the "perfect" relationship, yet. However, we must not lose faith, belief and our sense of wonderment of all that can become realty. Much of the work to do is ours.
Positive Adaptation states we "Think, Feel and Do" our way into becoming the best we can be and thus, become capable of living and enjoying life to the fullest. This, as with any other endeavor, requires faith and belief, especially in ourselves.
Below is a list of some of my favorite quotes regarding faith, (non religious in nature):
Michelangelo: "Achieving anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Faith in oneself… is the best and safest course."
Martin Luther King, Jr.: "Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step."
Eleanor Roosevelt: "He who loses money, loses much; He who loses a friend, loses much more; He who loses faith, loses all."
Richard M. Devos: "The only thing that stands between a man and what he wants from life is often merely the will to try it and the faith to believe that it is possible."
Elizabeth Barrett Browning: "If you desire faith, then you have faith enough."
Of course, having faith alone is not enough as "Faith without works is dead" is also a truism. We must learn to be our own Santas; active participants in the process of our lives.
Utilizing Positive Adaptation and believing in ourselves, we can "Think, Feel and Do" better and enjoy our lives more fully.
Faith comes from your heart. May you keep yours near and dear in all endeavors. Keep believing and doing the work required and you too will find the happiness and success you desire.
There is no doubt that 2011 has been a difficult year for many us, however, if you really take a look back, I believe you will see many positives.
Remember, "Faith is believing when common sense tell us not to." So, try to follow your common sense and keep the faith this Holiday Season.
This year, let us be grateful for all we do have and have the faith, belief and willingness to make next year better in all areas of our lives.
Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season.
Victoria
We may not have gotten the house we dreamt of from Santa Claus, the job we so wanted or have the "perfect" relationship, yet. However, we must not lose faith, belief and our sense of wonderment of all that can become realty. Much of the work to do is ours.
Positive Adaptation states we "Think, Feel and Do" our way into becoming the best we can be and thus, become capable of living and enjoying life to the fullest. This, as with any other endeavor, requires faith and belief, especially in ourselves.
Below is a list of some of my favorite quotes regarding faith, (non religious in nature):
Michelangelo: "Achieving anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Faith in oneself… is the best and safest course."
Martin Luther King, Jr.: "Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step."
Eleanor Roosevelt: "He who loses money, loses much; He who loses a friend, loses much more; He who loses faith, loses all."
Richard M. Devos: "The only thing that stands between a man and what he wants from life is often merely the will to try it and the faith to believe that it is possible."
Elizabeth Barrett Browning: "If you desire faith, then you have faith enough."
Of course, having faith alone is not enough as "Faith without works is dead" is also a truism. We must learn to be our own Santas; active participants in the process of our lives.
Utilizing Positive Adaptation and believing in ourselves, we can "Think, Feel and Do" better and enjoy our lives more fully.
Faith comes from your heart. May you keep yours near and dear in all endeavors. Keep believing and doing the work required and you too will find the happiness and success you desire.
There is no doubt that 2011 has been a difficult year for many us, however, if you really take a look back, I believe you will see many positives.
Remember, "Faith is believing when common sense tell us not to." So, try to follow your common sense and keep the faith this Holiday Season.
This year, let us be grateful for all we do have and have the faith, belief and willingness to make next year better in all areas of our lives.
Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season.
Victoria
How timely, indeed! Faith is so important as big changes are occurring for most of us. As we are co-Creators, if we do not have faith, we are at the effect of, giving our power away. Blessings
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