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I can wait for things worth waiting for.

blogadmin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 14:50:06 +0000

Photo by Holger HillI have the ability to wait for things that are worth waiting for. I wait patiently because I know that some things require preparation. If I receive everything that I want without waiting, it may not be well done.

Waiting for my blessings helps me to appreciate them when I finally receive them.

Whether I am waiting for a job promotion or waiting to find a mate, the process of waiting is about building my character. While I wait, I reflect on my readiness for what I am waiting for.

Waiting builds in me a grateful heart. I am grateful that I must wait a long time for some things, because I know that the weight makes those things hard to take for granted.

Instead of pacing back and forth or twiddling my thumbs, I use my time to prepare myself for my blessing. I turn the spotlight away from what I want and shine the light on myself. I reject bitterness by eliminating complaints.

Life has seasons just like the earth does. I first sow a seed – then I joyfully wait. Eventually, harvest time comes and I delight in the fruit of my labor.

If I tried to retrieve my fruit before it is ready, I would ruin it. That is why I wait patiently!

Today, I chose to wait with a hope alive inside of me. I focus on preparing myself for my blessings.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What have I had to wait for in the past?
2. What am I waiting on right now?
3. What can I do to make good use of my time while I wait?

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My life overflows with blessings.

blogadmin — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:59:54 +0000

Photo by 96dpiMy life erupts with blessings like lava out of a volcano. I have been given much more than I could ever need. When I look around me I see that not only are my needs met, but I also have a surplus of things that I enjoy.

I wake up every day thankful for the health of my body. There are countless harms in the world, yet I enjoy life. It humbles me to think about the miracle of life; to have been chosen to live this very moment makes it unmistakably clear that my life has purpose!

Relationships are my greatest blessing. I feel fortunate to have friends and family who care about me and seek me out. Whenever I am alone, I know that I can call someone to meet with me or simply listen to me on the phone. Having people to count on makes me feel blessed.

I appreciate my blessings because they are beautiful gifts. My blessings carrying me through my struggles and lift my spirits.

My worst day is still a good day when I am determined to be glad regardless of my situation. I enjoy peace when I look beyond negative situations to the positive outcomes that follow. For every negative situation, there is a greater lesson to be learned.

Today, I choose to look at my life through the eyes of gratitude and rejoice in my circumstance. I see the blessings all around me and look for ways to share them with others.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What am I thankful for?
2. Do I exhibit a grateful attitude?
3. How can I share my blessings with others?

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Wealth is abundant in my life.

blogadmin — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:50:38 +0000

Photo by Hamed SaberI am rich in every area of my life. My relationships and my career are overflowing with accomplishments. I am wealthy because I have a surplus of things that bring me joy.

The reserves of my soul are filled to capacity with the things I value. I enjoy an overabundance of love, acceptance, forgiveness, health, and security in my life. I measure my wealth by counting my many blessings.

There is no shortage of blessings in my life because I work hard to position myself on the way to victory. When I purposefully pursue spiritual wealth, material prosperity follows me like a shadow wherever I go.

My friends and family enrich my life with their love. Feeling loved and accepted by my family makes me rich. I value the people in my life because I count relationships as one of life’s greatest treasures.

I am wealthy in my business and career because I am meticulous in my plans. I seek the council of the wise and I plan ahead carefully. When I take risks in the business world, they pay off in financial gains.

I am confident that the decisions that I make today are driving me forward toward even more wealth and success. Wisdom guides me to make choices that bring me closer to triumph. I obtain wealth by acquiring knowledge.

Today, I am thankful for the wealth that I possess and I look ahead to gaining even more wealth through wisdom, relationships and business. I envision myself wealthy in every area of my life and work toward that reality.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What is most precious to me?
2. How can I increase my wealth?
3. What can I do today to position myself toward wealth?

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Each baby-step I take brings me one step closer to the more successful me.

blogadmin — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:25:29 +0000

Life is like a staircase. You have to go up each stair to reach the top.

When I allow myself to improve little by little, I am sculpting the more successful me that I desire.

Just as a baby learns to walk by first taking tiny steps, I can grow into the traits and develop the successful attitudes I desire by making small changes.

Each change may seem like only a baby-step at the time, but every step builds on the one before it. Soon enough, baby-steps turn into confident strides!

I let go of the thought that I can change overnight and choose, instead, to accept nature’s pleasant way of bringing about change.

If I wish to become more joyful, I can start by feeling gratitude and giving thanks for the blessings in my life – even the small ones.

If I want to acquire the attitudes and successes of the wealthy, I can read stories of those I want to emulate to learn how they think.

If I desire a job that requires more education, I can enroll in some classes to get me started on the knowledge that can propel me into the career of my dreams.

I know that every small step brings about positive changes that can help get me to where I want to be. Trying to take steps that are too large for me leads to unnecessary stress and worry. Baby-steps, on the other hand, bring me success!

Today, I choose to take at least one small action toward my goals. I feel grateful knowing that it is a baby-step that brings me one step closer to the success I deserve.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What baby-steps am I taking to bring me closer to my goals?
2. Do I have the patience to let my skills develop fully into those I desire?
3. What is my vision of a more successful me?

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I keep only two mental snapshots of myself: where I am and where I want to be in life.

blogadmin — Thu, 28 May 2009 15:22:29 +0000

The only two points that matter when getting directions are the starting point and the destination. As long as I know where I am and where I am headed, I can block out any other mental images.

There is no need for me to focus on the past. Dwelling on the past keeps me from moving ahead. I can’t drive forward while looking through the rearview mirror.

Whether my past was filled with victories or defeats, it is the past. My past victories help to strengthen my confidence. Yesterday’s failures taught me valuable life lessons.

Yet, my eyes are set on the present because I allow the light of possibility to shine in.

I keep only two mental snapshots of myself: where I am and where I want to be in life.

My attention is never set on the path of others. When I understand that I have my own journey to enjoy, I stop comparing myself to others. Comparison slows down progress and breeds envy.

I feel proud of what I have been able to accomplish. Hard work and determination have gotten me to this point, and my life is filled with blessings.

Although I am blessed to be where I am, I do not want to stop here. I want to move forward because my calling is greater than anything I have ever done.

I have a clear vision of where I want to be. My goal is to live the best life that I was created to live. Positive thoughts and a heart full of faith will help me reach my goal.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How do I envision myself?

2. Am I spending too much time focusing on the past?

3. What things try to distract me from my goals?

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