It is strange how some people never seem to have anything pleasant or positive to say, whatever the circumstances. People suffering from depression or other serious illness or conditions can be exempted since they can hardly be expected to be cheerful and bubbly. But I’m not talking about them, I’m talking about people who continually moan, groan and generally grumble about everything even when (and particularly when) they seem to have little cause for complaint.

Life is not easy and for some it can be extremely difficult but life can perhaps be made more bearable by stopping to take stock of what you have got rather than what you haven’t; in other words, counting your blessings. So, for those whose default setting is negative can I suggest a mental check list of positives. Here are some examples –

1. It’s a beautiful day.
2. I’m solvent.
3. I’ve got food on the table.
4. I’m healthy and so are most of my family.
5. I have some wonderful friends.
6. I’m alive.

Obviously, these can be ticked or crossed out as necessary but the last point should form a pretty good base for a positive outlook, particularly when considering the alternative!

Anyway, the bottom line to those whose glass is always half empty, open your eyes and see what a beautiful world we live in. Try a little harder to see the good rather than just the bad. Give the rest of us a break and……..stop bloody whingeing!