All the possessions on Earth mean nothing to me if I cannot take time to enjoy them. In my pursuit of success, I take time to stop, take a breath, and make the most of the occasions that life has given to me.

I let go of all feelings of guilt for taking time out for me. I know that I will be more productive down the road if I take regular time to rest and enjoy what I have earned.

Taking time to relax and play also increases my creativity.

My best ideas come to me when I am relaxed and at peace. By allowing myself to disengage from the stress and routines of everyday life, I allow doorways in my mind to swing open that would have otherwise remained sealed tightly shut had I stayed at my desk.

Also, what I have gained means nothing unless I make time to share it.

A freezer full of food is just a box of dinners. Sure, it brings security to me to know that I will not be hungry, but it does little for me beyond that. But once I invite family and friends to come and share i...

My day-to-day activities are intentional. I prefer to move through life with a thankful attitude. That focus allows me to maintain a positive mindset. All activities that I accomplish are rooted in thanksgiving

As I step into my office every day, I tell myself that having this job is a luxury. Being thankful for this occupation gives me the motivation to work diligently.

Before I welcome my friends, I express gratitude that I can see them and communicate with them. My initial statements set a positive tone for our conversations.

The simple blessings in life are apparent to me with every step that I make. I move deliberately and with enthusiasm as I am blessed with the capability to walk. I stay away from moping around even when I am feeling down. A spirit of thankfulness guides my steps.

Giving thanks is a genuine part of my life. I celebrate occasions to show my thankful mindset. Acknowledging goodness in life allows me to live happily and peacefully.

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I consider decisions with a calm manner and a serene attitude. I live in a positive mindset that presumes success. Even when I feel frustrated, I manage each situation with grace and composure.

Those I love feel a refreshing peace in the storms of life as I respond calmly and efficiently to them.

I have power over anger. I quickly overcome feelings of ire and replace them with moderation. I focus on solutions rather than challenges.

I discover more and more about who I am and about my capabilities daily. Instead of feeling helpless and annoyed when things are less than optimal, I solicit help and build a support system to get the job accomplished.

I deal with negative feelings quickly and decisively. I learn the lessons the negative feelings bring, and I promptly discard them in favor of more positive thoughts.

Life is too beautiful to stay angry for very long. I cherish every moment of my life. I readily release anger from my soul and change it to inner peace.

Because I know that relationships cannot flourish without understanding and communication, I share my honest feelings with the special people in my life.

I know there is a possibility of the other person misinterpreting or even get angry. But I am convinced that we can work through these hitches and use them to develop deeper relationships with communication.

It is a wonderful thing to be happy, content, and peaceful. When I feel that way, I am more than pleased to share my good feelings.

I also acknowledge that life is often far too challenging to be in a perpetually happy state, and I will not pretend for the sake of keeping the waters calm.

I strive for genuineness in my relationships. I would like those I love to know they can come to me if they are hurt or upset. I set a precedent by being accessible to them and sharing my fears, worries, and struggles along the way.

I recognize that some people in life are merely polite when they ask how I am doing. I am cauti...

Thinking about the big picture is a source of strength for me. It sustains my hope. Concentrating on the whole situation reminds me that every action, decision, and sacrifice I make today shapes my future.

Tedious parts of everyday living grow to be less trivial if I think about them in light of the big picture. When I consider my fundamental purpose, I am patient and begin to appreciate the seemingly insignificant happenings in my life.

Occasionally, I may grow weary because my dreams are not coming true in the way I hoped. Fear tries to make itself at home in my mind, but it cannot linger because I keep my eyes on the prize.

I focus on the goal so that I press on with endurance. I enjoy the peace that my best days remain ahead of me. Being patient is painless when I remember that life is about so much more than just the current situation I find myself in.

Each day is a speck in the grand scheme of things compared to the fulfillment and joy awaiting me. Setting life in...

I can say "No" to requests I do not feel comfortable with doing. Occasionally, people expect too much from others. I love to help people. However, I know I cannot say "Yes" to every person all the time. It is acceptable and healthy to say "No" sometimes.

Even if I said "No," I still care for those people to whom I said it. "No" is not a sign of my sentiments for the person who made the request. Saying "No" is about preserving my happiness, joy, and peace instead of giving them away to please others.

Folks still love me when I say "No" to them. They know why I sometimes have to decline their request. I am able to take good care of the folks I love without agreeing to everything they ask of me. I understand that it is okay to say "No."

Saying "No" can be healthy. By saying "No," I safeguard my happiness and peace of mind. I say "Yes" when I can, "No" when I cannot, and that is perfectly fine with me. Others welcome my honesty.

I still feel good about myself when I say "No...

I maintain my composure and respond gracefully in heated situations. I am sometimes faced with enraging problems, but reacting negatively would only worsen the situation.

The circumstance that I find myself in is less critical than how I respond to it. I can only control my behaviors. I have tons of life experience under my belt. So, I developed the necessary maturity to hold myself together in tough situations.

Occasionally, when the situation gets too heated, I find it safest to walk away. I prefer to be the bigger person and react in a calm, cool, collected way. By walking away from a situation before it gets out of control, I have time to gain y composure and diffuse my emotions.

One more method I like to use is simply kindness. As an adage says, "you can attract more flies with honey than you can with vinegar."

This reaction may upset those who love to argue. But I do not have time in my life for drama. So, I instantly detachment myself from these kinds of people...

Fear is a healthy, natural emotion necessary for survival. Instead of folding in the face of fear, I utilize it to stir my courage. Fear renders it possible for me to experience a degree of bravery stored inside of me.

Courage is the presence of action amid fear. My courage brings me above my fears and into a place where dreams come true. Because of courage, my heart is bursting with bold hope.

I annul the power of fear in my life, which tries to dictate my actions. With faith illuminating the way, I take risks beyond everything I have accomplished before. I shake off timidity from lack of confidence and change it to courage. 

I dare to dream outside of the limits set on me from my childhood. I do not believe negative words voiced about me as a child. I think my Creator has greater purposes for my life.

I seek to know my purpose with a heart prepared to do whatever it takes to see my destiny fulfilled. By clothing myself in uplifting peace, I stand up to the fears that ...

I listen to others because I care about them and realize that it is in my best interest.

I recognize there is a great deal more to discover about life. I have learned a lot already and will continue to do so because of events to come. If I am open to lessons from individuals with more life experiences, I equip myself with more understanding than I would have achieved.

By listening to others, I safeguard myself from potential pitfalls. At times other people's pasts give them an invaluable perspective in my life. They can alert me to hazards that I may not see. I remain open to their guidance, knowing that those who love me speak out of a desire for my well-being.

I also have faith in community. I am convinced that women are all better off when we have firm bases to fall back on. And such a base takes care, time, and work to build.

We all have ups and downs. While I might feel self-sufficient and content in life right now, my life may be changed in a week, month, or year....

I exchange words and feelings with others positively and calmly.

I make sure I am in a positive frame of mind when I speak with others. I do my best to be mindful of the ideas I want to communicate to them.

I get rid of feelings of anger or frustration before I participate in communications. Planning in this way allows me to remain calm and communicate constructively.

It is not easy to communicate with others if they are defensive. I lower their defenses and offer a peaceful platform for positive communication. This opens doors for others also to communicate positively.

Constructive communication empowers me. I am in control, focused, and effective. I know I am objective in my communications with others.

I communicate in a calm, constructive way that offers a peaceful setting. I stay positive no matter the situation. I am confident that I can walk away with my head held high. I feel good about my ability to remain positive and peaceful in my communications.

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