> [!waypoints] [[31 Wishes List]]
# May you find the silver lining in every cloud
Updated: 28 May 2026
Published: 20 May 2025
Tags: #positivity, #mindset
No matter how dark some days get, I hope that you'll look for and find the positives.
After all, the sun is still shines behind every cloud. You are still YOU, despite the dark times you're going through.
A question that might help bring some positives to light is: What opportunities exist for me because of my chronic condition?
Your answers might take some time to appear. Keep asking yourself. Be patient for your answers.
In the meantime, here are some possible opportunities:
- To slow down and reconnect with yourself & the people closest to you
- More time to reflect on your values and life purpose
- An excuse to reset your life
And I'm sure there'd be many smaller positives too, such as:
- Plenty of time to go through your "to read" list
- Opportunity to binge your favourite shows (I hope there are some comedies in that list!)
- Learning to appreciate [[31Wishes-SmallestWins|the small wins]]
- No choice but to [[Rest|rest]] more often
Looking for the silver lining in every cloud will increase your chances of finding it.