For your consideration…
Compare these sayings, “roll with the punches” and “going with the flow.” Which do you think fits best with your philosophy?
Words matter. The words we hear from others and what we say to ourselves matter. The differences in the above phrases may seem subtle but they are not. There is a big difference in what our mind pictures when we hear punches versus flow.
We are given that example today as context for considering this. What role do we play in what comes at us? If we expect punches, difficulties, problems, etc., they are likely to show up. Certainly, since we have already labeled them as such. However, if the same thing shows up but we are expecting adventure, challenges to tackle, opportunities, etc., then we see everything in a different light. We see them as a part of our life flow.
We have power and control over our attitude. How we see what shows up depends on our attitude.
That is the HOPE. And so it is.
Bit by bit, piece by piece, HOPE by HOPE action steps anyone can take…
-Affirm…“I am loved.”
-Meditate/pray…ask…”What is my next step for my highest good and the highest good of all?”
-Drink lots of water.
-Get outdoors and take in at least 10 deep breaths.
-Check our attitude. Make sure we are inviting what we want into our lives.
What made me smile yesterday…
-Bruce came home. It was a relatively quick and easy check out process….grateful.
-Julie came and helped me get him into the house.
-Erica came so I could get the shopping done including the new TV. Remember when buying a TV was a big deal? What a different experience than walking into Sam’s Club, scanning it on your phone, putting it in your cart, and checking out at the door….7 minutes tops.
-The Blue Angels practicing over our area.
-A good book.
Love, Blessings, and Gratitude,
Rev. Chris
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