Embracing the Beauty of Today: A Reflection on Gratitude

As I sit down to write on this glorious day, I can’t help but marvel at the beauty that surrounds me. The sun is shining, casting a warm glow over everything it touches, while a gentle breeze whispers through the trees, carrying with it the promise of new beginnings.

Today is a beautiful day, not just because of the weather, but because of the simple joys that it brings. It’s a reminder to pause, take a deep breath, and appreciate the little moments that make life so precious.

In a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain, finding beauty in the everyday can be a grounding experience. Whether it’s the laughter of loved ones, the taste of your favorite meal, or the sight of flowers blooming in the garden, there is beauty to be found in every corner if we only take the time to look.

Today, I am grateful for the beauty that surrounds me. I am grateful for the warmth of the sun on my skin, the sound of birdsong in the air, and the feeling of contentment that fills my heart.

As I reflect on the beauty of today, I am reminded of the importance of gratitude. It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life, but taking a moment to pause and count our blessings can shift our perspective in profound ways.

So let us embrace the beauty of today, dear readers. Let us savor each moment, finding joy in the simple pleasures that life has to offer. For today is a gift, and it is up to us to make the most of it.

As I sign off, I encourage you to take a moment to appreciate the beauty that surrounds you. Whether it’s a breathtaking sunset or a kind gesture from a stranger, let us be grateful for all the beauty that fills our lives.

Until next time, embrace the beauty of today and let it fill your heart with joy.

Silence Your Inner Critic

 Part One- Be Kinder to yourself- in this first part, you’ll find some practical steps to be kinder and gentler with yourself. That , in turn, should help you live a fuller life that’s overflowing with the rewards that kindness brings. When you treat yourself like the VIP you are, you can more easily be kind to those around you.

For your loving-kindness to grow and flourish, start by being gentle with yourself. Think about all the ways you’ve made other’s lives better, easier, and more fun through your past acts of kindness. Revel in the joy that gave you. Now think of how you could make your own life better, easier and more fun. You are just as important, and you deserve it too.

One way that you can best nurture yourself with kindness is to speak gently to yourself. The inner critic in everybody tends to leap to unfair, absolute conclusions. Turn around by trying to talk to yourself with compassion, the same way you would talk to a dear friend who’s in pain.

Here’ an example. Consider someone who makes an impulsive purchase and then tells themselves, “You screwed up again!. You’re terrible with money. Compare that to someone who instead says, “Okay, this is one mistake. Let’s move forward with a smart choice that can help balance things out.  The second solution helps you efficiently move on from a mistake and channel your energy into positive solutions.

Now consider this: How can you better show yourself loving-kindness when you most need it? Start by replacing negative things you often tell yourself with compassionate and constructive things instead. Then, in the following space, write what you would usually say to yourself and jot down kinder alternatives.

The harsh thing you told yourself :

What you can say instead :

The harsh thing you told yourself :

What you can say instead :

Try this for a week and delight in how much more manageable and pleasurable life can get when you lavish kindness on your self.

Keep it Going! These steps can be start of a more peaceful, loving way of empowering yourself to life. But first make a real commitment to talk to yourself gently every day.

Saying I Do

Saying I do
Is more than saying I love you
It goes beyond describing how my love is true
Because words are not enough to express my love for you.

Saying I do
Is like saying I am here for you
That I am ready to see what the future may bring
Because we are together in everything.

Saying I do
Is saying I am now complete because of you
That the pieces of the puzzle called “my life”
Becomes a beautiful picture called “our love”.

And now I am saying “I DO”
As I walk down the aisle with you
This is a lifetime promise that I will hold
A promise I make until we grow old

Move Beyond the Fear of Making Mistakes

“A life without mistakes is lived without joy.”

We fear mistakes more than anything else. Mistakes bring on ridicule. Mistakes expose the unsure, frail and diffident woman hiding within.

Can anyone brag of living a ‘mistake free’ life? Perhaps if they were to spend their days on an armchair by the fireside. A life doing this is half lived, wasted and incomplete.

Fear of making mistakes holds you back from doing many things. Ultimately too many joys go undiscovered. Regrets smother you and you become even more fearful. It’s a vicious cycle.

Remember that nobody sits above you. Others may know more, but they have also walked the same path before you. To get to where they are standing, you may have to make a mistake or two. So what, why not feel the joy you deserve and go for it?

©Jane Powell – Meditations for Women

Today’s Affirmation: I have released my fear of making mistakes.

Quotes

Find your love with your heart, Not with your eyes

Goodnight

Good night our very special friends and may tomorrow bring you much love and happiness!!!

Secret to Getting the Relationship You Want

“Happy relationships are all about attitude.”

How many times have you heard yourself say things like, “I will be happy when he tells me he loves me,” “Once he commits to me I will be happy,” “I will be happy once he…” and so on. You get the picture!

Too often, we attach our happiness to the choices of others. When we put demands like this on our relationships, we give our power away. This is self-defeating.

Happiness is what you make it and it’s within your control. You don’t need a relationship to define it. And, in the end, this is what really attracts and maintains healthier relationships.

So, remember, your attitude is your foundation. When you’re content within yourself, fulfillment follows.

©Jane Powell – Meditations for Women

Today’s Affirmation: I am happy and content.

Consider This When Helping a Friend in Need

“Silence is sometimes the best answer.”

From an early age, we’ve all been taught the importance of problem solving. Yet, sometimes, we can help people more by not trying to find solutions. In fact, on occasion, silent listening and empathy can be a priceless gift.

People who are grieving the loss of a loved one or a relationship, need time to mourn, not quick solutions. They need you to listen while they pour out their hearts; they want a silent hug, not instant answers.

A friend who is ranting and raving about her partner may just need to let off steam. An understanding smile and a hand on the shoulder may be the best support you can give.

Why not try a little silence today? You may find it says more than a thousand words!

©Jane Powell – Meditations for Women

Today’s Affirmation: I can be a silent listener.

Secret Scrolls

From The Secret Daily Teachings
Whatever you want to bring into your life, you must GIVE it. Do you want love? Then give it. Do you want appreciation? Then give it. Do you want understanding? Then give it. Do you want joy and happiness? Then give it to others.

You have the ability to give so much love, appreciation, understanding, and happiness to so many people every single day!

May the joy be with you,

Rhonda Byrne
The Secret… bringing joy to billions

Personal Growth Secret

“Personal growth is just a hug away.”

We have all heard that you need four hugs a day for survival, eight hugs a day for maintenance and twelve for growth.

The touch of a hug has a healing effect on your body. Your immune system stays strong and you feel loved and special. Hugs have a way of nurturing the little child within you and helping you feel cherished by family and friends.

If you’re not getting your twelve hugs a day, reach out and ask for the hugs you need. A simple, “Can I have a hug?” goes a long way toward getting those twelve hugs you need for growth.

©Jane Powell – Meditations for Women

Today’s Affirmation: I get at least 12 hugs per day.

How many hugs u get in a day? Is nice to get a hugs from someone, i feel much relieve, that is how I feel.