A moving analogue

Someone once told me a moving analogue that moved me. He started...

"Picture yourself tree skiing. What do you look for when tree skiing?"

"Anything but the trees," I answered confused.

"So what is it you look for exactly?

"Ummm the snow I guess. I look for the snow."

"Exactly. You look for the snow, the open spots, the clear path, am I right?" He asked.

"Yes I guess you are right."

"Now what DON'T you look for when you're skiing in the trees?"

"The trees."

"Why is that?"

"Because if I look at them I'll hit them...?"

"Bingo." He firmly stated. "Now picture this...The snow is the positivity in your life and in the world, and the trees are the negativity. If you look and strive for the open path, the clear road, the white stuff, you'll be surrounded by more positive vibes. Not only because you didn't crash into the tree and kills yourself, but because your goal is happiness and you are achieving your goals of getting it. Whereas if you look at the tree, you'll hit it and be pissed off and be in a lot of pain and that brings more negativity that isn't needed or wanted into your life."

Long story short, strive for happiness, not negativity. Because even the slightest glance to the dark side can move you to the dark side.