I am a work in progress. I give myself room to learn and grow.I try new things. I keep an open mind and move beyond my comfort zone. I go skydiving or write poetry. I listen to country music instead of opera. I replace my usual morning run with a calisthenics session.I seek out challenges. I volunteer for difficult assignments at work. I talk about sensitive subjects … [Read more...] about I Give Myself Room To Grow
Comfort
I Cultivate Positive Emotions
I take charge of my feelings. My happiness comes from within.My life has purpose. I set meaningful goals and strive to reach them. I align my actions with my values. I devote my time to challenging and rewarding activities.I take care of my health and wellbeing. I eat a balanced diet and work out regularly. I sleep well and manage stress.I connect with family and … [Read more...] about I Cultivate Positive Emotions
As The Year Comes To A Close, I Light A Candle For The World
I find that it has been an interesting year, to say the least. Now that I am coming to the end of the year, I can see what I have done well and where I could do better. All in all, I am sure that we have all done our best.I feel at this time a certain reverence for the world. I know we have all been through the ringer. And yet, we are still standing. I am still … [Read more...] about As The Year Comes To A Close, I Light A Candle For The World
Music Soothes Me
Music reduces stress and comforts me. It lifts my spirits and energizes me when I feel down. It helps me to think more clearly when I am struggling through difficult times. It reminds me of the beauty in the world and how much I have in common with others.I create a playlist for working out. Lifting weights and running require less effort when I have upbeat songs to keep me … [Read more...] about Music Soothes Me
I Am Loved Exactly As I Am
I am happy to be so loved. I am enough, and I truly believe that I have always been enough. I feel confident in sharing my true self with the world. I can love and be loved for who I truly am.I know that I can just be me and receive all the love I want and need.I reject the idea that I need to be perfect. Perfection is a myth I avoid. I am loved in spite of my lack of … [Read more...] about I Am Loved Exactly As I Am