Serenity

  • Today I will not strike back: If someone is rude, if someone is impatient, if someone is unkind…. I will not respond in a like manner.
  • Today I will ask my Higher Power to bless my “enemy”: If I come across someone who treats me harshly or unfairly, I will quietly ask My Higher Power to bless that individual. I understand the “enemy” could be a family member, neighbour, co-worker or stranger.
  • Today I will be careful about what I say: I will carefully choose and guard my words being certain that I do not spread gossip.
  • Today I will go the extra mile: I will find ways to help share the burden of another person.
  • Today I will forgive: I will forgive any hurts or injuries that come my way.
  • Today I will do something nice for someone, but I will do it secretly: I will reach out anonymously and bless the life of another.
  • Today I will treat others the way I wish to be treated: I will practice the golden rule, do unto others as I would have them do unto you with everyone I encounter.
  • Today I will raise the spirits of someone who is discouraged: My smile, my words, my expression of support, can make the difference to someone who is wrestling with life.
  • Today I will nurture my body: I will eat less; I will eat only healthy foods. I will thank My Higher Power for my body.
  • Today I will grow spiritually: I will spend a little more time in prayer today: I will begin reading something spiritual or inspirational today; I will find a quiet place (at some point during this day) and listen to my Higher Powers voice.

~ Author Unknown

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