It is hard to escape the daily onslaught of bad news – whether you’re hearing it the radio, reading a tablet or watching the latest disaster unfold online.

The constant drum beat of the media, the never ending litany of fear, uncertainty and negativity seems relentless.

The naysayers and doubters would have us believe we’re doomed. It’s only a matter of time they say… (who is they, anyway?)

It’s all too easy to think, why bother? Don’t let them get to you. As ominous as the sky may look, it is not falling in. There are many people just like you, doing good things, moving ahead, making a difference.

Life isn’t about waiting for the sun to come out but rather learning how to dance in the rain.