To have a positive spirit depends on how willing we are to accept what comes our way, each moment.
There are times when we are receiving a lot. This can be embarrassing as we may well feel we do not deserve to receive so much.
St. Therese put it well when she said, 'To receive so much and to do so little, this is my martyrdom...'
Other times, God will invite us to be gracious when we might want to give out and vent our annoyance etc. Yet, these little incidents are like gems / precious jewels that will help us to discipline ourselves and so put love first.
Each day will bring opportunities to be grateful, or to be gracious. The choice is ours, and the more we respond positively, the stronger we become in having a positive spirit.
This is the Jewel of inner strength.
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