Word Gumbo

I have a bookmark on my office desk that is sort of like your birth horoscope. Based on what day and month you were born on, this gives a snapshot of what type of person you are and what things you can find success in. 

Mine lists that I have a restless spirit and so traveling for a job is satisfying. It also states to discipline my mind for a positive attitude. "By releasing and letting go of negative mental patterns you can draw material success to yourself."

How about letting go of negative mental patterns for the goal in and of itself? Does slighting everything serve a great purpose?  Has my bitching about my family or nation's treatment of me granted me anything of value?

Today I look back at myself and see that hatred closes me off to things and people. It radiates off my skin like asphault giving off heat on a summer day. I've always noticed that people who have a positive disposition seem more approachable and have a calming effect on those around them. 

I agree with my bookmark on my desk. Only my goal to focus on the positive and constructive things in life will be done not for financial profit. If that comes from it, I won't complain. But my goal would be to not complain and dwell on injustices without constructive action simply because that is the only avenue in which effective change occurs and the self is given an honored voice.