I give myself as much love as I give to others. I love and support my family and friends unconditionally. I celebrate their joys and lift them up during hard times. I give them the foundation they deserve. I know I deserve the same amount of love and support that I give to my loved ones. I am continually kind to myself because I am worth it. I avoid selling myself … [Read more...] about Friday Reflection: I give myself as much love as I give to others
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Friday Reflection: My Relationship Brings Me Peace and Joy
Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. Lao Tzu My relationships add depth and meaning to my life, especially my relationship with my partner. I feel very lucky and blessed to have my partner in my life because our friendship brings me happiness and peace. My partner gives me a great sense of serenity by providing … [Read more...] about Friday Reflection: My Relationship Brings Me Peace and Joy
Friday Reflection: I Care for My Body Temple
Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos—the trees, the clouds, everything.” Thich Nhat Hanh My body is the temple of my soul. It is my vehicle for spiritual growth, allowing me to take action and serve in this world. When I am healthy and energetic, it’s easier to be happy, kind, and loving. I respect and nourish all parts of myself. I … [Read more...] about Friday Reflection: I Care for My Body Temple
Friday Reflection—I Am Responsible For My Thoughts
Watch your thoughts; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habits. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.” Frank Outlaw My thoughts are my responsibility. I am in charge of my own thoughts. This realization invigorates me. My thoughts determine my experiences. When I … [Read more...] about Friday Reflection—I Am Responsible For My Thoughts
Friday Reflection—I Choose To Be Happy
Remember, no one can affect your happiness unless you, yourself, choose to be unhappy. If you have made up your mind to be happy, to keep your own inner happiness under all conditions, then no one can make you unhappy.” Paramhansa Yogananda, East-West, January, 1934 I choose to be happy. I delight in the simple things in life. I take everything in stride and am thankful … [Read more...] about Friday Reflection—I Choose To Be Happy