So many gods, so many creeds, so many paths that wind and wind, while just the art of being kind, is all the sad world needs. - Ella Cox Wheeler
many paths
There are indeed enumerable paths. Which one is right or best? Many people believe that you’ll do just fine no matter which path you choose. In reality there are as many paths as there are people.
one needed
The path of kindness and compassion is a sure winner. When we cultivate these traits we start to embody pure love (God). Being good just becomes easier. We then instinctively know what to do in each situation. Still very hard to do, but at least now we have a shot?
Daily Affirmation: Today I will exude peace, love, kindness and compassion. Each action today will be from goodness, with the aim to serve others.
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I just believe that optimism is the best policy. But, sometimes it’s difficult to be optimistic when you feel a little down. At those times, I’ve found that a small act of kindness, whether it’s performed by you or someone else, can really help boost your mood up. – SaraVera
feeling down?
When you feel down, the first step is to fully become aware of this feeling. Where is it in your body? Try to trace your thoughts back to how it all started. This will help you build a practice to uncover how and when you get the blues.
be kind
One great way to get out of the blues is to help someone who needs your help. Even allow someone else to be kind to you. Try not to snap back at such an individual, receive their help graciously. Smile.
Daily Affirmation: Today I will watch as I become sad. I will take back control of my mind. I will be loving and kind, to myself and others.
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We must develop and maintain the capacity to forgive. He who is devoid of the power to forgive is devoid of the power to love. - Martin Luther King Jr
resentments weigh us down
They occupy real-estate in our mind. We dwell on negativity. We lose precious time and fail to notice new opportunity. We go backwards.
forgive and forget
Feel lighter. Feel way better. Focus on positive expectations instead. Choose the new found time and attitude to pin-down new opportunities. Dwell on the silver lining.
Daily Affirmation: Today I refuse to be weighed down by resentment. I forgive one and all, I forgive myself. I travel in my lighter being to grander destinations. I’m smiling!
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There is a secret bond between slowness and memory, between speed and forgetting. – Milan Kundera
haste makes waste
We’re always in a hurry. To get where? To do what? Are we missing the journey while trying to get to the destination? It’s a habit we’ve formed. We ought to break it.
slow and steady
Let’s slooooow down.
Put reminders for yourself to pause and examine your mindset. Breathe deeper, don’t let life pass you by.
Daily Affirmation: Today I will remember to breathe slow and deep. I will pause to experience life.
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Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you. – Lao-tzu
look around
Life is bountiful. All we need are eyes to see and senses to sense it all. When our inner-most recesses are in silence, we can appreciate it, a whole lot more.
and within
The source of all joy, peace and contentment lies within us. Once we figure out how to tap into that, then all that we already have and already are, is supremely satisfying! Life is good, right now.
Daily Affirmation: Today I will notice the bounty that exists around me and in me. I will revel in the blessings I already enjoy! Thank you!
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