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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.

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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.

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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,

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Fear is the Non-Acceptance

Fear is not something to easily turn away from, it is an intuitive signal. Fear becomes unmanageable when we don’t face and accept what is happening. I think of fear as an encouragement to grow.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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A Blessing in Disguise

 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.

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No Loss of Enthusiasm

Being aware of change and trusting that I don’t have to know, success is in my ability to experience what is happening. Accepting whatever comes my way reminds me that I am a part of something greater. Continuous growth makes challenges into wonders to discover.

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My Symbol of Self-Care

 I used to be afraid of getting accused of giving up but then I realized that I can’t avoid the truth. Getting to know what is an illusion and what is real gives me the strength to embrace my reality. Choosing my wheelchair and embracing my disability is my way of loving myself and stopping the actions that deny my truth. There is more to a book beyond the cover you see.

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Create What I Desire

Reaction is an inevitable part of an experience. It is a personal responsibility to recognize them and align our actions with ourselves. As what I think and feel become the expression of my person, it's my job to tend to what I grow. I choose what I become by nourishing the thoughts that align with me.

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Every Effort is Worth Trying

 Accepting that change happens continuously and that I am a part of something greater, it is easier to adapt my plans and pay attention to life’s subtle guidance. Without thinking of change with a negative viewpoint, every effort to adjust is a growth opportunityI had not expected and am free to appreciate.

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