Keep in mind

You are responsible for your mood.

The circumstances that you are in

May be part of the reason

For your current attitude

But you are responsible for those circumstances.

If you believe that you are enmeshed

In situations beyond your control

And are unable to exit,

Your mood will suffer.

You may be able to re-assess the blame -

Perhaps with a deeper awareness

You will see the prospects for change

Are more viable than before.

Perhaps you can learn new approaches

That will be more favorable.

Along the way

See the small openings

That let you see

The beauty around you.

Fleeting moments of gratitude

For the good things from the past

And the possibilities of the future

Whether or not you enjoy them personally.

Perhaps feeling a sense of optimism

For the next generations,

Can replace some of the happiness

You may currently feel is missing.

Remember the balance scale -

Keep your heart as light as a feather

As a joyous soul may result