The Sundial's Secret: 

Counting Only Hours of Sunshine 

When I was a child, I was introduced to an interesting device, the sundial. For those who may not know, a sundial is a simple yet profound tool that tracks the time of day using the sun's position in the sky. Now, what makes this device noteworthy, you ask? Here's the catch - it only counts the hours when the sun is shining. This simple fact resonates deeply with me, reminding me of a quote by Orson Swett Marden, "Adopt the sundial's motto, I record none but hours of sunshine." 

Isn't this a beautiful thought? It inspires me to think about life from a sunnier perspective. You see, we, like sundials, have the power to choose what we record in our lives. We can decide whether to count the stormy, challenging times or to focus on the bright, joyous ones. This doesn't mean we deny the existence of hard times or storms, but rather we choose not to allow these moments to define our day, our journey, our life. 

But how do we go about adopting this sundial's motto in our lives? Start by focusing on the positive in every situation. This doesn't mean ignoring the negatives, but rather understanding that the clouds do pass, and the sun will shine again. No matter how much rain pours down, the sundial still awaits the sunshine to fulfill its purpose. That's how resilient we should be.

Take each day as it comes, and find at least one thing that brings you joy, warmth, and light. Celebrate small victories, cherish moments of happiness and always seek the silver lining. Remember, it's often the simplest things that bring the greatest joy. 

Now, I challenge you to make a conscious decision to adopt this motto. Starting today, record none but the hours of sunshine. Acknowledge your challenges, but don't let them dictate your overall perspective of life. Celebrate your accomplishments, savor moments of happiness, and embrace the opportunities that come your way. 

So, take action, my friends. Decide to lead your life in the sunlight and let the stormy moments pass. Start focusing on your sunshine hours and see how life takes a turn towards the brighter side. Keep this principle at the heart of your everyday decisions, and soon enough, you'll see your life resembling a sundial - always waiting for the sunshine, always showing the bright side of life. 

Let's celebrate our hours of sunshine and let the shadows fall behind us. The sundial's secret teaches us that we can live happier, more fulfilled lives if we focus on the light and not the shadows. 

Remember, your life is a story, and you are the author. So, write a story that counts the sunny hours, that highlights the joy, the love, the achievements, and the triumphs. Be like the sundial, ever hopeful, ever bright. 

As we journey through life, adopting the sundial's motto may not always be easy, but trust me, it's worth it. So, let's strive together to live life like a sundial, recording none but hours of sunshine.

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