Before I began depression treatment the words I used out loud, and in my mind were peppered with negativity.  At that time, I did not realize the power that words could have on a person’s mood, attitude, and outlook on life.  Depression treatment has taught me to be mindful of the words I use.  Creating this list of positive words for each letter of the alphabet has been a terrific way for me to build up a positive word bank.  My life is very different now.  I see a future laid out before me that will be filled with what much joy. I know there will be sorrows, however, I think the joy will outweigh those.

Yearn – This word makes me feel positively positive because I actually yearn for/want wonderful things in my life. For long time, I was happy with the status quo. Never really wanting much, and not really yearning for any life changes. However, that is changed. Even though I am now in my 40s there are many things I yearn for out of life. One of those things, is to eventually have a career that – for the most part – I enjoy, instead of the job I do.