The Start of 2012!

I have been thinking about the past year and all of the ups and downs life brought to us and I was really impressed with an article I read in the Ensign called Living the Abundant Life by President Monson. It talked about 3 ways we can live an Abundant Life. 1- Have a positive attitude- So much in life depends on our attitude. The way we choose to see things and respond to others makes all the difference. To do the best we can and then choose to be happy about our circumstances, whatever they may be, can bring peace and contentment. 2- Believe in yourself

B is for Believe in yourself, in those around you, and in eternal principles. Be Honest with yourself, with others, and with your Heavenly Father. 3- Face Challenges with Courage- Courage is required to make an initial thrust toward one's coveted goal, but even greater courage is called for when one stumbles and must make a second effort to achieve. Have the determination to make the effort, the single-mindedness to work toward a worthy goal, and the courage not only to face the challenges that inevitably come but also to make a second effort, should such be required. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says "I'll try again tomorrow."

I am so grateful for a prophet that is so in tune with things that we need to know and work on. I know that 2012 will be a great year if we remember these important ways to live a more abundant life.