Keep Moving Forward.
I wrote the following in a blog I posted on the 13 November 2020, The Mind and Possibilities: “An open mind produces positivity and generates plans with so many possibilities!” It came from a place wanting to plan, wanting to put things into reality. Or perhaps forcing my mind to accept things that wasn’t happening but motivating myself not to give up and to keep on remaining positive. Keep moving forward.
I perceive my writings to be about life positivity. I however must admit by the time I express my thoughts on this platform, I have gone through many negative thoughts. Sometimes it feels like I’ve eventually got to think and talk about what I want and how to get it. This I believe makes me feel happier and in control of my life.
Taking that one step forward is better than none and I know that it will always bring me closer to my end goal. Some days you probably feel that you just can’t get out of bed, never mind taking a step in that direction that you know is the one that will bring you closer to your goal. Other days you might take massive leaps making up for the days you had no progress or the days you kept on falling back. Keep moving forward.
I got up from my writing and started dancing as this is just another way of uplifting my spirit. Never mind that I looked silly but I had my daughter and niece in stiches with laughter. I am not a professional dancer and never had formal dancing lessons but I do enjoy moving even without music. With dancing you move forward and step back and perhaps sideways, but the beat, even if it’s only in your mind helps you to move forward. For me this is life! Some days you eager to get up, to dance, and you’ll have that beat in your step. Other days you feel a bit down, perhaps really down with worry and problems, but that is also okay. I love this quote “It’s okay not to be okay” and I often hang on to this as I step forward in life. Keep moving forward.
My wish for everyone and myself is that we continue to move positively forward in living our lives. So that we can experience the first positive move of many more to come. The song “Conga” comes to mind, it is the first hit single released by the American band Miami Sound Machine led by Gloria Estefan.
I find the lyrics encouraging:
Come on, shake your body baby, do the conga
I know you can’t control yourself any longer
Come on, shake your body baby, do the conga
I know you can’t control yourself any longer
Come on, shake your body baby, do the conga
I know you can’t control yourself any longer
Feel the rhythm of the music getting stronger
Don’t you fight it ’til you tried it, do that conga beat
Everybody gather ’round now
Let your body feel the heat
Don’t you worry if you can’t dance
Let the music move your feet
The song continues, go on, play the song and feel the beat! https://gloriaestefan.lnk.to/listenYD The reason for adding it here is to encourage you and of course myself to continue moving to the “beat”. The “beat” that is your goals and aspirations. Keep moving forward.

25 replies on “Keep Moving Forward”
You are writing about positivity and you are very persuasive, Henrietta!!
Thank you!
Joanna
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Thank you so much for your kind comment Joanna, I’m so appreciative!
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Oh, that was nice … my feet got itchy with that song from Gloria Estefan 😉.
It’s in my nature to be positive … but I also learned it’s not a sin to be a little “down in the dumps” sometimes! But it is important that we don’t get stuck in that negativity (and a little dance always helps)! I’m with you … let’s move forward (although it might sometimes just be a little bit slow) 👣.
Oh, and love that photo … it brings a calmness to mind!
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I’m so glad you liked it! Thank you for your positive respond, it’s very uplifting. Thank you so much 🌸💕Enjoy the weekend
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And thank YOU for spreading positivity! Have a great weekend Henrietta 🌸.
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I love this post. it is incredibly important to keep moving forward, you’ll find many magnificent things ahead waiting for you to come.
And what an uplifting and encouraging lyrics in the song.
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Thank you for your kind comment and for your feedback, much appreciated.
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“Taking that one step forward is better than none and I know that it will always bring me closer to my end goal. ”
Absolutely! What a powerful statement!
I’m not a huge fan of dancing but I love the energy it radiates! Lovely write!❤️
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Thank you so much for your kindness 💕🌸 Have a stunning week ahead
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Oh dear Henrietta you are great. I too dance around the house when I am feeling really happy. I always wanted to be a ballerina and I still do creative dance when by myself. I love it. Next time your moving forward try to image there beside you. Love you sweetie. ❤️🤗🦋😘
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Thank you so much dear Joni ☺️ Wishing a stunning week ahead filled with blessings in abundance 🤗💕🌸❤️
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You are so welcome. Wishing you lots of love, and inspiration dear Henrietta. Love you, Joni❤️🤗🥰🙏
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You are definitely the poster child for positivity & perseverance, my friend! Thank you for always sharing your determination & love, Hen! 🌞
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Your comment brings a big smile to my face, thank you dear Lisa 💕🌸
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Of course! 🌞
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Thank you for sharing your positive thoughts and lovely photo!!… your post definitely has the feet moving, but I am afraid that if I tried the Conga I would probably end up in the emergency room… I have dancing naked in the rain on my “bucket list” but that is not likely to happen either… “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain”. (Author Unknown)… 🙂
Until we meet again…
May your day be touched
by a bit of Irish luck,
Brightened by a song
in your heart,
And warmed by the smiles
of people you love.
(Irish Saying)
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I could not help but smile as I’m reading your comment. Wishing you tremendous happiness, joy and love ❤️
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everything in balance, which is what we need to dance!
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For sure ☺️ balance in life too
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Keep writing about what matters to you, for that is what connects you to us. Happy Thanksgiving.
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Thank you so much
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This is both lovely and inspiring Henrietta♥️
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Nice write-up! I think it’s important to give credence to all our feelings. Just pushing aside the negative and trying to avoid them isn’t always the most helpful. Dancing and music: these things bring us closer to the higher elements of life, I think. Have a great week!
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I like your perspective of tackling the negative in order to push forward, great point! Thank you
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Yes, we have to do it. Good post! Have a great start to your weekend! 🙂 Welcome.
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