Pollyanna Challenge

Has anyone ever seen the movie Pollyanna starring Hailey Mills? If you have you probably remember the game that Pollyanna played. She called it the "Glad Game", and to play she would think of all the good things possible when she was tempted to think of the bad. When she first tells others of her game they laugh at her, but eventually they realize that a positive outlook is so beneficial in having a pleasant outlook.

Sometimes it's very hard to be positive as opposed to being pessimistic. I (Riley) know I tend to go back and forth between my views. But as I was thinking about it, I came to the realization that when I'm thinking positively I tend to accomplish more, and have a better attitude, and even be friendlier.

So, this gave me the idea to have a challenge! It's called the "Pollyanna Challenge", and for one week you agree to have a positive outlook, and when you're tempted to think of negative things, replace those thoughts with positive thoughts. Here's an example: When you're at school/work and you're tempted to complain about how much work you have to do, think of how the work will benefit you, and that the sooner you get it done, the sooner you can move on to something you enjoy!

As Christians we have so many reasons to play the "Glad Game"! Just think, we have a Heavenly Father who is always by our side, who loves us and provides everything for us. That in and of itself is enough reason for us to be happy! So who is going to step up and take the "Pollyana Challenge"?