Life is all how we see it. So why is it when something goes wrong we sometimes allow it to ruin our day? Things are going to happen and it is how we choose to deal it that will decide how the rest of our day will be.

I decided to celebrate adversity with a surprise party! Adversity sometimes just shows up unexpected to throw your life into a panic. Instead of letting it just show up unexpected, I am going to act as if I expected it and throw it a party.

Here are some of the silly ways I handle adversity:

When I am driving and someone in a navy blue mini van with a bumper sticker that reads, “My son is a honor roll student” cuts me off, I do not get mad. Instead I roll down my window and scream, “Surprise! I love you!” and I throw a handful of confetti out and blow them a kiss.

When I am working on a major project and computer decides to freeze up on me until I force quit the program and lose all my work, I do get mad. I say, “Surprise! Time for another break!” and I put on my ipod and jam out to at least 3 songs during my impromptu dance party before jumping back into my work.

When I am at Starbucks waiting in line for my drink and I politely order and the barista decides to give me attitude because they are choosing to have a bad day, I don’t get mad. I finish my transaction and then look them directly in the eye and say, “I know you want this” and turn and walk away.

I know this are outlandish responses to adversity but they are fun. Take some time to figure how you are going to respond to adversity so it doesn’t upset your day. Why waste your time or energy on being mean, negative, or nasty when you can just act a fool which gives you a great story to laugh about with your friends.

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