People say you should be positive,
speak positively,
live positively,
and just like that,
positive things will come your way.

I’ve read books that swear by this.
They say you can call onto
all the good things of life
that you desire,
and they will come.

And even when something bad happens,
look for the good in it,
claim it,
and it will turn to goodness.
Because good tidings will always come if you believe.

I’ve tried to practice this,
but as a realist,
it’s really hard
to see black
and call it white,
or to accept a no
and hear a yes.

Yes, I’m hopeful,
but I get tired too,
tired of waiting for change,
for the things I’m yearning for
to finally be seen
and touched.

Still,
I’m trying to practice positivity.
I’m choosing to focus on it this week.
Will you come along
on this journey with me,
to making it real?

They say a positive mindset
leads to a fruitful life.
So let’s test it out,
and see if it’s true.

Mariam Shittu