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the publisher’s corner Flip the switch Why does it seems like we walk around all day, every day, complaining about our problems and how pissed off we are about them. If we’re not cursing someone out about driving too slow in the car ahead of us, then we’re talking about how ridiculous it is that we have to wait 5 minutes in the checkout line at the supermarket. No matter what there’s always something to complain about. We get so used to being in a negative mindset that we go days, months, and even years without even noticing it and negativity simply becomes a natural way of life. Remember the year when your parents didn’t get you what you wanted for Christmas? You were so upset and disappointed that you got mad every time you thought about it. Then you went to school and snapped on your friends (and sometimes the teacher) even though they didn’t know anything about your little Christmas list. Not only did you carry that anger back home but you even went to sleep with it. How do you think that cloud of negativity affects you? It affects everything you do and attracts more and more of want you don’t want. One thing I’ve learned is that every problem we encounter is another opportunity to grow. Growth is necessary and without it we cannot reach new heights. It’s our imperfections that keep us from evolving into the beings we were meant to be. Interestingly, it’s also our imperfections that help us become the amazing beings we were meant to be. This means that you can change your life and your life experiences with the flip of a switch. I call it your overnight success switch. Today I challenge you to flip your switch and create the reality that you’ve been dreaming of for years. Start by looking at the problems in your life and appreciating the good that can come from it. What lessons can you learn from your misery? In this issue you’ll hear the stories of some amazing women who have turned their trials into triumph. If you know an inspirational woman you think should be featured in MMIA Magazine shoot me an email and let me know. I’d love to hear all about her! Neoshi Yaki Neoshi Yaki Green Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Email: [email protected] Twitter & IG: @NeoshiYaki 6 | Subscribe at mmiamagazine.com August /September 2014