Perhaps trying to move away from my problems and focus on the
Perhaps trying to move away from my problems and focus on the positive is the best I can do.
The words of Jenni Rivera, “Perhaps trying to move away from my problems and focus on the positive is the best I can do,” flow with the weary yet unbroken spirit of one who has known both trial and triumph. They reveal the wisdom of survival: that though problems weigh heavily and cannot always be erased, the human heart finds strength not by drowning in sorrow, but by choosing to hold fast to what still shines. This is not denial, but courage—the quiet defiance of despair.
The origin of such words lies in Rivera’s own life, scarred by hardship yet crowned with resilience. She carried battles of the heart, struggles in family, and storms of public scrutiny, yet she sang with fire, her voice a weapon of survival. To say she would focus on the positive was not to diminish her pain, but to declare that pain would not claim the whole of her story. Her words are a banner for all who endure: to shift one’s gaze from shadows to light is itself an act of heroism.
Consider the story of Anne Frank, who, in the darkness of hiding during the Second World War, wrote of hope and beauty still lingering in the world. Though surrounded by problems greater than most could bear, she sought to focus on the positive—the kindness of people, the glimmer of nature, the dream of freedom. Her diary, born in suffering, continues to teach the same truth Rivera speaks: that in focusing on the light, one keeps the soul alive even in the deepest night.
Rivera’s words also remind us that to choose positivity is not always easy. The human mind clings to wounds, replays sorrows, and magnifies fears. To resist this pull and to lift the eyes toward hope is a discipline as great as any battle fought with sword or shield. It is the quiet labor of the spirit, repeated day by day, choice by choice, until strength becomes a habit.
The lesson here is eternal: no one escapes problems, but all are given the chance to decide where they will dwell—whether in despair or in the positive. To choose the latter is not weakness, but strength, for it transforms suffering into endurance, endurance into growth, and growth into wisdom.
Let the generations remember: life will bring storms, but the soul may still choose its compass. As Rivera teaches, to turn toward the positive is often the greatest act of defiance against hardship. For though the world may bring grief, the heart that clings to hope writes a different ending—one where love, courage, and light prevail.
LVLe Vy
I find this quote comforting, as it suggests that sometimes, our best effort is simply shifting focus. But, I’m curious – do you think focusing on the positive means you’re not allowing yourself to feel the emotions tied to your struggles? How can we honor our feelings and still maintain an optimistic outlook?
APNgoc Anh Pham
It’s true that focusing on the positive can sometimes be the best approach, especially when life feels overwhelming. But do you think this mindset can become unhealthy if it leads to ignoring real issues or feelings? Is there a danger in only looking for silver linings, especially when problems need attention?
VTQuang Viet Tran
I can relate to this idea. Sometimes, shifting focus towards the positive is the best way to cope, but does that mean you’re ignoring the root cause of your problems? How much can you truly move forward without addressing the things that weigh on you? I think there’s a fine line between positive thinking and avoidance.
QNMai Nguyen Quang Nhan
This quote really speaks to the idea of focusing on the positive, but I wonder if it’s always possible to just move away from problems. Can we truly grow and heal by avoiding difficulties, or do we need to face them head-on in order to resolve them? How do you find balance between being optimistic and dealing with reality?