On January 8, 2011, six people (including a child) were murdered and fourteen others were injured (including Rep. Gabrielle Giffords) in a tragedy that rocked our great Nation.
Since then, the United States has been blanketed with snow in 49 out of 50 states. As I continue to pray for those affected by this sad event, I keep thinking of how wonderful it would be if our Country were blanketed with peace and love. I keep thinking of the great example we would be if we exercised our right to have opposing views in a calm and respectful way.
I believe this change can happen if we all start with our own lives. Let’s honor the memory of those who died by letting go of any anger, resentment, and jealousy we have against another. Let’s start a movement by treating others with respect, even during times of disagreement. Let’s look at opposing views as a way to open our minds, which always expands our lives. Let’s accept that, even though others may be “different” than us, they are still God’s creations. Let’s be aware that each one of us is being looked upon as a role model by someone and keep our words positive and filled with love.
Let’s wrap this peace and love blanket tightly around ourselves and our loved ones. And, give gratitude that we can start fresh. And, we can start NOW.
Ahhhh… doesn’t that feel great?!
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Tags: Arizona tragedy, Forgiveness, Gabrielle Giffords, Gratitude, great example, inspirational, Life Lessons, Love, new beginnings, Peace, Respect, sandy harper, Self-Development
Well… it’s been exactly one month since my last blog posting. So much for my goal of writing something on here at least once per week!
My first reaction when I realized it had been so long was to feel guilty. Just like my first thought when I woke up after sleeping in last Saturday was “How dare I stay in bed until 9:00 whenever I have SO much to do?”
Why do we allow guilt to consume us? I chatted with a friend who didn’t fully enjoy her (much-deserved) vacation recently because she felt guilty about leaving work and her child.
I’m always saying that life is too short and too precious to feel sorry for ourselves or to hold grudges or to not give gratitude for our blessings. Yet, I somehow have kept guilt around as a regular house guest.
That stops NOW! Today – September 17, 2010… I am declaring my home (and my brain) as a “Guilt Free Zone!” Won’t you join me? The next time that a guilty thought starts to form in your head or come out of your mouth, stop it with a power word! A power word is one that you use to stop immediately so you can refocus your thoughts and/or words. As soon as the guilt starts, shout “Love” (even if it’s only in your head) and then say – “I feel great. I am grateful for this very moment and embrace it fully.”
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Begin and end your day with these affirmations.
Take some deep breaths and get into a relaxed state. As you read each one, feel the emotion it invokes.
Do this daily, for your words create your reality.
♥ I am filled with Gratitude for all of my blessings today!
♥ I have great self-management skills!
♥ I am surrounded by positive people who add value to my life!
♥ I am massively organized!
♥ I have a joyful spirit!
♥ I am financially free and am Grateful for my riches!
♥ Today, I will concentrate on taking one step forward, however small!
♥ I do whatever it takes!
♥ I act in spite of my fears!
♥ My loved ones are happy, healthy, and prospering!
♥ I schedule my priorities every day!
♥ I am laser-focused on my priorities!
♥ I am a self-reliant and successful person!
♥ I forgive quickly and move on!
♥ I resolve issues quickly and with a calmness of spirit!
♥ I live a healthy lifestyle!
♥ I learn from every experience!
♥ I eliminate all negativity out of my life!
♥ My thoughts are creative and I am now creating the reality that I desire!
♥ I will take at least 1 action today in the direction of my long term plans!
♥ I am always receiving money making ideas and acting upon them!
♥ I only attract loving people in my world for they are a mirror of what I am!
♥ Today, I choose to find the good in myself and others!
♥ I see past old limitations and envision new opportunities!
♥ I love myself. And I love how I feel when I love myself!
♥ I am an extreme action taker!
♥ I am more enthusiastic today and am improving this trait daily!
♥ I am prosperous and abundant. I gain income from unexpected sources!
♥ Divine love is working through me now!
♥ I add value to other people’s lives!
♥ I let go of any burdens that are not mine to carry!
♥ I give generously and from my heart!
♥ I am decisive and follow through!
♥ I am positive and optimistic!
♥ I commit to being rich in every way!
♥ I always awaken completely refreshed!
♥ Today, I am energetic and enthusiastic!
♥ I live with purpose and passion!
♥ I have compassion for all living things!
♥ I release judgment and criticism of myself and others!
♥ Every breath I take brings me greater health and vitality!
♥ I love my life!
♥ Money is flowing into my life, quickly and easily!
♥ Every day and in every way, I’m getting better and better!
♥ I am grateful for today and for all of my blessings!
Tags: affirmations, Counting Blessings, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Gratitude Boot Camp, Law of Attraction, Life, Love, Motivational, Peace, Prosperity, sandy harper, Self-Development, Thoughts
On January 8, 2011, six people (including a child) were murdered and fourteen others were injured (including Rep. Gabrielle Giffords) in a tragedy that rocked our great Nation.
