Inspirations
They Must be Thinking…
Habits stick with us and create barriers we don't realize. New practices that counter the habit helps us be more mindful of our actions. Reprogramming is possible with patience and persistence.
Use Your Doubts and Worries as Mental Training
I can allow worries to become stresses or I can use them as training and get to know myself better. Not everything I worry about is reality. It never hurts to be prepared.
Disability
Having a disability has been a great teacher in my life. It has been an adventure to understand what it means for me and to correct the thoughts that were planted at the start.
Under What Appeared to be Pride
Try not to judge what you don’t fully understand or have not lived. Beyond what is seen or can be measured are issues that must be faced with both heart and mind.
I am the Fruit of My Experience
A reflection pondering the alternate perspectives of what life is offering.
My Life Is as I Perceive It
Repetitive thoughts become beliefs. Despite what I know and feel, it's my responsibility to nurture what aligns with me. Every challenge is an opportunity to review myself and the beliefs I create.
Finding the Fun to Make It Acceptable
When an experience can’t be avoided and there is no way of changing it, it’s best to find a small part of it that sparks your joy. Choosing what matters most to you and making that your concentration for the moment frees your mind of excessive worry. Something fun can be found in every situation.
Separated and Yet, Together
Being together in a relationship does not have to mean that we are always side by side. What runs through the mind during a separation is significant to the threads that bind a relationship.
A Grading, A Periodical Review
We are taught to follow certain orders and aim for perfection. We should never forget to re-evaluate ourselves on our terms and accept feedback as assistive tools. Without mistakes or external opinions, we wouldn’t continue growing with the changes. Let every review received be a time to assess yourself and figure out how you will move forward.
Power Over Your Mind
Realize what you have control over in every circumstance. Listen to everything for knowledge and work with your mind for the results you desire. There is no full control but you can exercise your power,
Don’t Get Lost in the Illusion of ‘Perfect’
Whatever I perceive as perfect is dependent on what I choose to think. It is my responsibility to notice the changes and choose how to grow with it. Even if imperfection is met, I can find how it perfectly fits as I focus on being who I am. Perfect is not real until I believe it is.
Can’t Miss Graduation
A memory from thirty-two years ago that continues to remind me of the importance of knowing what I want, why and to concentrate on good intentions. I may not always get what I want but I can know that I work hard for what I want.
How I Choose to Be
A situation becomes what we decide it is. Despite the ease of having knowledge to depend on, how I accept the circumstance determines its outcome. Why waste energy on pinpointing items to blame when I can choose to adapt and work with it?
Discipline is Choosing
Nobody always gets what they want when they want it. To better handle the emotions and feelings when I don’t get my way, it is my responsibility to make the choice that serves my inner commitment rather than holding onto what I thought should be. Only I can know the importance of my desire and control where I guide it.
The Opportunity to Try
A reflection on how I have come to view challenges that make me question my ability. I am continuously inspired to search for the ways that offer growth. I live to appreciate subtle opportunities rather than assume that I am unable.
I am Capable
Coming across an old affirmation and remembering the trust and determination it helped me to build. Believing in myself and remaining open to learn with challenges is the root of my resilience.
Choosing Acceptance
Reflecting on dealing with adversity and how my choices shaped my life. I have grown a lot and have much to appreciate because I chose curiosity and found my enjoyment. As long as I keep recognizing the ways that I grow, I will find my way to flow.
Every Extra Effort is Self-Care
Whether it is dealing with an ailment or a new phase of life, changes require an extra effort for adjustment. Whatever is faced, I intend to meet the required self=care with appreciation rather than resignation. I respect that what happens is a contribution to my development. I accept the responsibility for my self-care.
In Changing Circumstances
My life experience taught me to focus on something to learn rather than feed negative reactions.Sensing change, it is better to flow with the situation instead of resisting or trying to get my way. Allowing life to guide me, I choose to appreciate the moment and make the best of it. Reflecting on the situation can be done after the process has completed.
A Indomitable Will
I've spent a lifetime striving for my physical capability and realize now that my spirit speaks louder than my body alone could ever achieve. I know that when I am physically lacking I have the choice to adapt mentally so I can appreciate and grow with the situation.