I choose to live a positive life.

• This doesn't mean I'm always happy.

• This doesn't mean I'm always smiling.

• And this certainly doesn't mean I'm always available to lift up everyones spirits.

Life can be hard and keeping positive can be a challenge. Especially when it's the attitude that is expected of you.

Here's a reminder to all the positive people reading this - being positive does not mean you are always happy, and that's okay.

To me being positive doesn't mean I'm always smiling, it means I'm conscious about the way I act and react in moments of my life. It is a reflection of the way I have chosen to navigate life.

What positivity looks like to me:

• You look for learning opportunities - I believe every experience we live teaches us something and sets us up for future experiences. As a positive person, I look for these opportunities at all times as they lead to growth.

• You know it will be okay - I know that I have survived every single thing that I've faced, and I will continue to do so. It's true that sometimes the storm clears our path.

• You don't dwell on the negative moments - As I say "it's not all sunshine and rainbows" but it's also not all dark clouds and bad times. Hard moments lead to growth, so use the lesson and keep moving forward.

• You share your feelings and frustrations - I've found that keeping things inside usually leads to overthinking - not helpful for anyone involved. Sharing my feelings and my frustrations allows for more clarity, which usually leads to better decisions being made, in a more efficient way.

• You are grateful and say thank you - Even during challenging times, there's something to be grateful for, don't lose sight of it. It may be your lifeline. And when you can, say thank you - two words that are so powerful they can change the way you navigate your personal journey.

Nothing is ever as good, or as bad as it seems, and nothing lasts forever.