Seeds of Solutions

“Every problem contains within itself the seeds of its own solution.” Stanley Arnold

“I can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice that thorn bushes have roses…” J. Kenfield Morley

In Valorie Burton's book, "Successful Women Think Differently", she lists seven key decisions that will change your life. Decision #2 is to focus on solutions, not problems. It is that mindset, a conscious choice to focus on opportunities for growth in the midst of trials, tribulations and problems facing each of us that determines our success and the realization of our dreams. 

In the photo above, I was playing around with a new telescopic lens - shooting objects in my office. These lovely dried rose buds illustrate the hyper-focus that can be achieved when you focus on one thing. All other issues fade away into a haze in the background when we focus. Within every problem, there is hope. I can say that because I've been through hard times, painful experiences and loss. There have been moments when I felt poignant pain and despair, when it was hard to find any ray of light. So, I learned to set my focus and hope in Christ - trusting in His mercy, love and forgiveness - knowing that He knows all, sees all, hears all and will take care of me. He has never failed me, and never left me - and has always honored His Word...

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to HIS purpose.” Romans 8:28 kjv