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"If we approach adversities wisely, our hardest times can be times of greatest growth, which in turn can lead toward times of greatest happiness." -Joseph B. Wirthlin

Monday, April 11, 2011

How are you always so happy?

The inspiration for the title of this blog comes from a talk given by Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin, an apostle of the Lord. For full talk, click here.



This idea of "come what may and love it" was the theme for my mission in New Jersey and it basically saved me countless times. It still runs through my head constantly as I'm faced with incredible life decisions and challenging tasks. Here is what I learned:
  1. True joy/happiness comes from living your life in harmony with the commandments and teachings of Jesus Christ.
  2. There is no point in stressing over things you have no control over.
  3. Regrets do not have to be a part of life if you learn from your mistakes and be better in the future.
  4. Laughter is the best medicine.
We know we're not perfect...(shocker! haha)...there are many times when we don't feel too happy or we don't feel like loving things but then we need to remind ourselves of what Elder Wirthlin said and things start to get better. As long as you're living your life the best you can, there is no reason the Lord can't bless you.
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3 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 15, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    On this topic, there are two great talks both on Daniel 3:18 (http://lds.org/scriptures/ot/dan/3.18?lang=eng#12): http://lds.org/general-conference/2002/10/but-if-not?lang=eng & http://lds.org/general-conference/2004/04/but-if-not?lang=eng

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  2. UnknownApril 23, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    On a completely unrelated topic, I thought that you would find this useful:
    It requires the utmost care upon the part of the people who have received the Spirit of the Lord by the laying on of hands to distinguish between the voice of that Spirit and the Voice of their own hearts or other spirits which may take possession of them. Experience and watchfulness will enable the Saint to recognize the voice of the Holy Spirit.
    It is a still, small voice in the hearts of the children of men. It is not boisterous, loud or aggressive, and if those who receive it carefully watch its suggestions, it will develop more and more within them, and it will become an unfailing source of revelation. But the necessity always remains of exercising care in distinguishing its voice from the voice of other influences in the heart. (Dec 1, 1886 Juvenile Instructor 21:364) found in Gospel Truth, Vol I p 182)
    Sorry for any transcription errors.

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  3. UnknownApril 23, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    That was George Q. Cannon, by the way

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