The Joyful Springer

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When bad things happen, it’s natural to rail against whatever forces caused such tragedy.  Anger and despair are understandable. The only problem with this reaction to life’s disasters is that the focus on the unpleasant past robs us of a pleasant future.

Joyful Springers adapt then thrive.  They know that they can’t change what’s already happened but they can accept it, adjust to compensate for it, and then move on.  They understand that focusing on what they still have instead of what they’ve lost is the fastest way to start having fun again.

You can’t always choose what’s happening to you, but you can always choose how you respond to it.  If something in your life isn’t as you want it to be and you’re pushing against it, resisting it, know that in doing so you’re keeping yourself from the happiness you deserve.  Tell yourself, “It is what it is.”  Now ask yourself, “What can I make of it?” Claim your power and look ahead to better things coming your way.

… another wise tidbit from a joyful English Springer Spaniel.

[Meet Shakespeare, our extra special guest star today.  Shakespeare’s story starts out pretty rough, but it ends just the way a Joyful Springer’s story should.

This seven-year old boy was hit by a car, and his family took him to the vet and asked to have Shakespeare put down because they didn’t have money to pay for his leg repair.  The vet tech persuaded the family to sign Shakespeare over to the veterinary hospital and then contacted English Springer Rescue America (ESRA).  ESRA paid for Shakespeare’s broken leg to be set and cast and also paid for heartworm treatment.

Unfortunately, because of complications, Shakespeare’s leg had to be amputated.  But this hasn’t gotten Shakespeare down.   You can tell from this picture that he’s standing proud, eager for what’s coming his way.  Thank you, Shakespeare, for being a special Guest Star on The Joyful Springer.  Your story inspires us all to find joy no matter what circumstances we find ourselves standing in.]

Would your dog like to be a Guest Star on The Joyful Springer? All dogs can fit the definition of a Joyful Springer. Click here to find out how to submit your photo.

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