Dear Arthur, The only problem with embracing the negative is that whatever you embrace and focus on you become. This is a basic and immutable law of the Universe. If you fill your mind with the positive and prosperous (even if you aren't now) you will become that. It is the doubts and negatives that are the source of all the problems and suffering in the world... Most people are in this state and are focusing on it daily (check out any daily newspaper if you have a doubt). And as far as empowerment, there isn't anyone who has ever been empowered by a negative or doubting thought. I know it hasn't helped my life any. Only embracing the positive and empowering has helped me to get anywhere in business or in life. Also, being positive and constructive doesn't mean you are perfect. Not in a human sense at least. We are only Perfect in a Universal Sense because the Universe is Perfect and you and I are in exactly the right condition for our growth in this Larger Sense. So you can just enjoy the ride and know that by being conscious, "positive" and optimistic the results will be optimal for you and for all involved. Plus you will be creating the success you were meant to have! Regards, Tom :-)

Hey Tom, Very well said. Thank you for your response to Arthur. I couldn't have said it better myself.

Linda, I agree. Nowhere in the whole of what you said did I find any reference to letting your protective guards down just to basicly think positive and more will happen in that direction. when you let yourself think negatively you will tend to reap what you sow. What also has great effect on this is who you surround yourself with. Are they supportive or constantly trying to drop you to the level of thier conciousness. I have read The Uiversal Mind. It deals with the mental networking vibrations of intelegent beings and the effects we all have on each other. Each though effects the whole no matter if it is neagative or positive. We all make that choice, like should I turn left or right. Have a very good one Linda. Philip Mercer.

Hi Philip, Thank you for your comments. YES, it is very important who we associate with and who we surround ourselves with. If we associate with negative and toxic people, that is what we will become. If we surround ourselves with positive, successful, happy and joyful people, that is what we will become. Guess which one I choose? I heard it said recently that your success level is based on the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with. Think about that one!