Lydia M. Child Quotes

A sunny disposition is worth more than fortune.

Happiness is not so much a feeling as it is an attitude

Not only do you become what you think about, but the world also becomes what you think about. Those who think that the world is a dark place are blind to the light that might illuminate their lives. Those who see the light of the world view the dark spots as merely potential light.

You've achieved cheerfulness the day you realize that no matter what's happening around you, being anything other than cheerful will not make it better.

The mind that is cheerful in its present state, will be averse to all solicitude as to the future, and will meet the bitter occurrences of life with a placid smile.

Optimism, when applied to your life, develops strength and peace within you.

Low self-esteem is not possible when you understand the nature of everything. Depression is not possible. The universe is absolutely friendly.

I believe that we're as happy in life as we make up our minds to be.

Happiness is a question of attitude, not a question of what's happening out there.

It's really important to always have a positive mind-set, no matter what people have been through.

Successful people maintain a positive focus in life no matter what is going on around them.

Happiness is a state of mind. It's just according to the way you look at things.

I've got sunshine on a cloudy day

You've got to feel better and then things get better.

If your own mental attitude is correct, even if you remain in a hostile atmosphere, you feel happy.

Happiness is a choice we make. You can wake up and say, 'Oh, I can't believe it's so cold,' or you can say, 'Oh, wow, this is a great opportunity for me to try out my new sweater.' No one can be consistently positive, but why not make the choice that makes you feel better rather than the one that drags you down?

A positive thinker does not refuse to recognize the negative; he refuses to dwell on it. Positive thinking is a form of thought which habitually looks for the best results from the worst conditions

Set your mind that no matter what is going on in your life, you will have a good attitude.

Positive attitude is the foundation of your life - and the determining factor of your ability to serve.

It is your choice to be happy. Make up your mind to enjoy this day, to have a blessed, prosperous, victorious year. You may have some setbacks and your circumstances may change, but don't let that change your mind. Keep it set on happiness.

Good humor is the sunshine of the mind.

Your determination to become a more optimistic person in every part of your life will do more to ensure your success and happiness than any other single quality you can develop.

Happiness is a choice; not just a matter of genes or good luck.

we find that the optimists have an undeniable advantage over the pessimists. Many studies show that they do better on exams, in their chosen profession, and in their relationships, live longer and in better health, enjoy a better chance of surviving postoperative shock, and are less prone to depression and suicide.

One's happiness is very largely a question of state of mind rather than the world you are looking at.