Natural Anti Depressant

Kids, The Cure

As a person who hardly ever sleeps more than an hour at a time, it is difficult to be positive, let alone level-headed.  To help alleviate some of the negativity I fill out a gratitude list every morning/afternoon since it's generally hard to get out of bed.

Gratitude becomes easier as I fill out a paper daily.  I started out being able to write down only one of two items to appreciate about my life.  Slowly, but surely I'm able to write down roughly ten items daily.  (pats self on the back).

Children are my number one joy in life.  They are so free-spirited and not jaded by life situations.  Kids are extremely impressionable and I'm very happy to have a wonderful niece and nephew to call family.  These magical creatures of joy give a profound sense of purpose.  Suddenly my life feels lighter and more joyful!  I am more focused on taking care of them rather than always concentrating on myself.   

The key is progress.  It's one thing to think positive thoughts and attempt to keep track of them in the mind.  It's a whole other perspective to write a daily 'grateful journal' if you will.  Anyone that is challenged with mental health issues or just negative emotional problems should definitely fill out a list of things in which to appreciate the life you've been given.

There is nobody quite like you and no two people are alike.  This is something to love about life right off the bat.  The possibilities are endless.  It'd be pretty boring to walk around seeing all the same personalities, goals, dreams, desires.

Change starts with making a simple choice to accept greatness into your life and my life as well.  

Share with me how you stay positive or become positive over time. Let's lift each other up and remind ourselves constantly that this too shall pass, good and bad.

Love your life, 

Tyrus

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Don't Miss It

Is It Too Late?

As a collective society, humans tend to focus on themselves and their immediate group of people (family, friends, co-workers).  

Some of us go about our days focusing on the current tasks/obstacles at hand.  I'm not saying it's wrong, but what happens in the meantime with those anti-social folks that our busyness tends to ignore?

Mental health is an increasingly discussed and researched topic as we are seeing more tragedies and losses due to the malfunctioning of the brain structure.  People associated with mental health issues seem to be set aside from those whom are 'emotionally stable'.  

The above mentioned screams attention to the fact that everyone in our society should be more adamant with treating and supporting those who suffer daily with emotional/mental issues.  Support groups and discussions are simple ways to help alleviate some of the side effects of disorders such as bipolar or chronic depression.

"Start at home with understanding and being the most emotionally available to those who need it"

Simple Ways to Balance Emotions

1. Check in daily with everyone in your household (over a meal)
2. Avoid distractions such as mobile devices or TV while conversing with each other. 
3. Pet therapy is alright as a substitute for people if there is nobody in your home.
4. Express yourself as much as possible.
5. Consider going to a therapist.
6. Read a book when feeling down.  It's a great way to temporarily 'escape' the negative mind chatter. 

The old adage is very prevalent to this topic of emotional stability, and here's a spin on it:

"Misery loves company, yet happiness does as well".

Live your best life possible.  Choose greatness. We're all on Earth temporarily so make it count.

Best, 

         Tyrus

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Heat Wave

Splash Away Your Worries

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90° days warrant an extensive day at a water park. It's official Michigan, summer is here! Let's keep it this way forever.

My sister and I have always been really great friends, so it's natural that we ventured to a 'Flash Flood' with my niece in toe. Since the little nugget is only 2 years old, we weren't sure how much adventure was in store.

Her apprehension started our little journey into the water..this could potentially be a disaster & a meltdown waiting to happen.

The complete opposite occurred during our stay. She had a blast! People everywhere and floating devices for days amazed her to end. So much so that she was paralyzed for a few minutes in sensory overload.

My sister and I also had a really good time, especially watching her daughter splash around the soaked city. It was also a prime opportunity to utilize an important tool:  Snapchat :)

Michigan weather isn't usually the greatest, so every wonderful day elicits an activity outdoors. 

When they say 'make all your days seem like the last one', we hit that nail on the head today. 

Family Trip Detour

My sister, nephew, niece, and I packed up our beach towels, sunscreen, bathing suits, and ventured onto the road toward a water park an hour from home. Upon arrival we noticed plenty of children running around the soaked out city of wonder along with several staff members attempting to keep track of all the activity happening around them.

As we entered the ticketing part of the facility, the receptionist proceeded to tell us that the park was closed.  We asked her why children and staff were soaking up the sun and enjoying the water attractions.  Her response was that the facility doesn't open until the week after the holidays, the current one being Memorial Day.  Come to find out, the group had rented out the building for the day.

Pretty strange response. 

It's funny that even Google thought the water park was open. I clearly expressed my frustration with the lady (politely), offering Google's name up in concern to the false advertising, given we had driven an hour to get there.  She asked us to wait so that she could "verify our information" and apologized as she knew we were correct.  We got free passes for our next visit as a remorse offering.

So, we ended up at a garage sale, got the kids some toys, and headed to a zoo.  We were all fairly pleased with the experience. Long story short, make the best of every situation.  Life is too short to be angry enough to let it ruin a day, a week, or even longer.  Let it go and move in.  That's what we did and it turned out well.

Best wishes all,

Tyrus

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Beautiful South Haven Wedding

Beautiful Beach Wedding

August weather brings about some of the most exhilarating days.  Warm, crisp air brushes the faces of people basking in the UV rays that encourage the absorption of vitamin D that we all so desperately seek.

This wedding brings my family and friends along the shores of South Haven beach. The day starts out with temperatures ranging from 75-80 degrees Fahrenheit.  The children and families along the beach remind me of my childhood days growing up on lakes, rivers, vacations on beaches and shopping adventures.

As the bridal party gets all glammed up for the day, family and friends venture onto the shore, anticipating an extravagant afternoon.

Family and friends start to arrive around 6pm, ready for the joining of a couple that have been dating since grade school.  This couple has two children together and couldn't wait any longer to seal the bond between themselves.

The music starts playing soft, classical music as the bridal party enters down the sandy runway.  Then, the flower girl comes down the aisles, throwing out rose pedals.  Before we all know it, Lonestar's Amazed starts playing, as the beautiful bride paces herself down the aisle.

The groom starts to water up in tears of joy as he sees his fiance become his bride.  This warm feeling is felt throughout everyone in the crowd.  The ceremony proceeds, the bonds are sealed, and then it was time for several photo shoot sessions.  As the dawn sets in, it was time to call it a day.  Needless to say, it was an amazing day.