Happiness..

I’ve always been a believer in the positive life..

My outlook changed dramatically when I was shopping one day whilst at Uni and I came across a book called ‘The Secret’. I decided to buy the book and started to read it that night, It took me a few reads until I fully digested all the information! I then applied this law to aspects of my life and had faith that it would work out! Fast forward 9 years and a few more books later and I can firmly say that the law of attraction works!

I know a lot of you will be asking.. ‘how?’ and it’s really simple – Ask, Believe, Receive with gratitude and positivity and the Universe will respond – your thoughts will become things! Now I’m not saying if you ask for £1 million it will fall into your lap (if only!).. this is all about a new mind set and outlook.

I think it’s so important to strive for Happiness in life, no matter where you are and what you do, the single most important goal is to be truly happy yet so many people don’t want to admit true happiness or that they are proud and loving their life! Think about that amazing beach you visited, the night out that topped any other, the moment you got a new job, passed your test or visited a concert.. all the times you were happy, your cheeks hurting with laughing so hard and your heart bursting with love.. these moments shouldn’t be restricted to just events in your life.

Although I have been applying this law to my life for the last 9 years, it was only in the last 4 years did I shift my mind set and truly embrace it! I love my life and can say I am genuinely happy and proud!

It’s not always been that way…

Going back to school and University, I was shy and enjoyed my own space. I would question my ability and what I was capable of, I could not accept compliments or be proud of my achievements! Some people looked at quietness and shyness as being rude or stuck up.. I told myself I was quiet and questioned myself therefore I became that person! I struggled with confidence and always liked to take a step back from social situations and meeting new people. Starting this blog is a new venture to gain more confidence in doing new things and achieve everything I want to! 

Gratitude and Happiness…

Being content with my life and knowing I am on the right path makes me both grateful and happy. As a person I will always continue to grow and develop but I know I am on the road to where I want to be.. I am working towards the best version of myself. Life is so fast paced these days and being grateful isn’t top of people’s list, I think about what I am grateful for every day – My health, my home, husband and family. These are just some of the things that I show gratitude for and that make me happy! Gratitude and appreciation will attract more things into your life. Sometimes it is easier to write these down and repeat them daily or glance at them before bed.. you can place one grateful thought into a jar daily and read them all at New Year, you could start a journal, have a screensaver or take a few minutes each day to think of what you are grateful for. By appreciating what you have, you instantly feel happiness and therefore you have changed your mind set.

I also remind myself how great I am – yes it sounds strange but you have to like yourself and be confident of your ability before you can change. Don’t allow bad or negative thoughts to control your day. Negativity is the easy way out, so many people would rather be negative and put themselves down than shift their thoughts. Make time for you, take 5 minutes out of each day to be alone, start to like yourself and be confident in who you are and what you can achieve, show appreciation and gratitude and work on your own happiness.. it is the key to the best life!

My favourite books to completely lose myself in and that transform your thoughts are –

  • The Secret
  • The Chimp Paradox

Happy Reading and Stay Positive! Let me know what you do to stay Happy?

Ashley x

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Comments

  1. Lisa
    November 23, 2017 / 6:04 pm

    Hi Ashley first can I say congratulations on your blog… it’s amazing I’ve just read happiness and it’s so true I’m a firm believer if you put it out there… the universe answers one way or another… I’ve been following you for a while and your home is just beautiful… I might not know you personally but love your post… once again well done it’s awesome( @50shades) Lisa ??

    • AshbGray
      November 24, 2017 / 9:11 am

      Hi Lisa! Thank you so much! It has completely changed my life – nice to hear from another believer! xxx

  2. KIMMYLOUISA
    November 23, 2017 / 7:58 pm

    What a lovely blog post, I follow you on instagram love love love your home.
    Thank you for the insight on your life, I can connect and I will find these books and give them a try ?

    • AshbGray
      November 24, 2017 / 9:13 am

      Thank you so much Kimmy! You will love these books especially The Secret! Let me know what you think! x

  3. Janette
    November 23, 2017 / 9:15 pm

    Enjoyed reading this good luck for future. X

    • AshbGray
      November 24, 2017 / 9:14 am

      Hi Janette, Thanks so much x

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