Turning Negativity into Your Greatest Momentum….

I have a question for you? How do you define the word negativity? Do you think all negativity is bad? Do you feel that negativity holds no weight or purpose? Have you ever thought about how negativity can work in your favor?

Have you experienced something even in this first quarter of 2023 that was a negative thought or experience? I don’t know about you, but I have. The word negativity is defined as the expression of criticism of or pessimism about something. Even as Christians, there are times when we tend to see the worst aspect of things or lack hope or confidence in the future. Experiencing negativity can cause us to be disappointed, but it also can fuel us to do something different. It can motivate us to take that risk. It can challenge us to go after our heart’s desires.

Don’t allow negativity to weed you out. Instead allow it to produce a due time harvest. Let’s look at the definition of a weed. A weed is defined as a plant that is not valued where it is growing and is usually of vigorous growth. Especially one that tends to overgrow or choke our more desirable plants. Now, let’s look at the definition of a seed. Seed is defined as a source of development or growth. Whatever people say you can’t do, let it mature you. Let whatever you think you can’t do be the very thing that inspires you. It is unrealistic to think you can do everything but it’s realistic to know that you can do some things well! As you turn negativity into your greatest momentum, remember it’s imperative that you remain your authentic self.

This is a time and place in your life where you cannot afford to be stagnant. You are at a place in your life that you have so much more working for you than against you. When something is said negatively about you or your purpose, believe that God is changing every insult into results. Don’t let that hinder your progress. Stop cheating yourself. Stop choking the good stuff; even if you have to work your way through the bad stuff to get there. “Don’t let the good stuff you have die with you,” as Les Brown says, but seed it, water it and be fruitful. I know some people may think you don’t deserve your success; you personally may also struggle with enjoying the fruits of your labor. However, I am saying to you in my most assertive voice, YOU DESERVE IT!

Life is not always easy, but thanks be unto God who gives us the victory. (1 Corinthians 15:57) You cannot see negativity as your final destination. Instead, you must see it as lessons learned, increased faith, and a vitamin called momentum that just won’t quit. Moving forward, anytime negativity desires to raise its head, I need you to take a dose of momentum. The refills on this prescription to heal you from negativity is limitless. Take a daily dose once, twice, three times a day in between your prayers, meditation and praise and watch God turn negativity into your greatest momentum. The Lord our God shall move on your behalf. Take courage.

Min. Carenda Deoonne Speaker/Author/TV Personality/Certified Stress