DIGNITY

A person of Dignity is a friend worth having because they help us to be true to ourselves, and become dignified in all we do and say, fulfilling our aims at becoming a truly balanced person.

Of course, we know how flawed and imperfect human nature can be, and often is, yet in spite of our failings we have the grace and ability to become a loving and caring person.

A lot depends on our values in life, and how and what we value because this gives us our motivation in life, and leads us on to better ourselves, regardless of how many faults and weaknesses we possess.

For some, growing up in a certain environment has imprinted on them standards and values that will help to move them forward in life, able and willing to become an even better person. 

Just like the seeds in a garden, if the soil is of good quality and the gardeners have a love for the work they do, watering the plants and separating them from weeds and whatever else might effect their growth and development, the seeds will blossom into a natural beauty, adding pleasure to all who see them.

Each of us have a chance and a choice to be in the company of the Gardener who knows how to love and develop all that pertains to His work. In this way, we will become beautiful in the eyes of the World!

 

COMPASSION

 We live in a great World where almost anything and everything is possible, even the idea of living on another Planet, however I love this wonderful place we call Earth!

There is so much to be found; the seasons offer us a magnificent display of natural beauty in winter / spring/ summer/ autumn, delighting us with such diversity of colour and places to visit whenever we can.

Of course, there are so many imperfections to be found, if one is occupied with faultfinding;  so many disasters take place; earthquakes / tsunamies / volcanoes erupting etc. Some programs on uTube delight in showing the horrors of the Earth's faults which could well cause us to wonder...  Why?

Perhaps, more importantly we need to address the lack of caring which seems to be present today.  We want to be loving and caring people, yet are we? Has something happened to us, causing us to care less?

These are questions I often ask myself lately. What kind of a person am I? Do I really have compassion for those who are afflicted by disasters?  

Perhaps, the Earth is reflecting the lack of compassion in our World, and this could well be causing the many happenings that we feel should not be, yet are. 

So, is it my fault that this beautiful World of ours is weeping and displaying such stressful examples of how disturbed it is. A gardener once told me that her garden reflects how she feels, and when she is absorbed happily caring for the flowers and plants, they somehow respond to her love.

I wonder, could this be a way of learning how to love,  by respecting and loving  Mother Earth!

LOOK FORWARD...

 Look Forward is a great way to be positive to all the many new happenings in our lives. We may like to remain as we are, happy with what we have, yet it doesn't work!

Looking forward to new happenings, even if it means being fearful, or anxious or whatever spikes our life, can always be the best way to deal with change. Life does not remain static. We are in the flow of change and by embracing whatever is New, will give us the positive energy to enjoy life.

We used to have an automatic car which I loved. However, change happens and I found myself back to re-learning how to use manual gears. To some people this would only be a matter of practise, yet for me it seemed the end of my ability to drive, I was terrified.  Somehow, I felt unable to change...

Could I?  Would I? Will I?  With a little encouragement from friends, and time spent practising, I realised that by being willing to learn, change happens and one can move on with life, and look forward when new changes happen, and they will!

JOY

 'Joy so lies in the doing... ' a good quote from Shakesphere, so I believe, full of wisdom and honesty.  When one is able to do exactly what one is meant to do, then Joy will be the reward.

We love to feel joyful and enjoy all that we do, and how we are and who we are, yet life is not that simple.  Feelings can be deceiving and may eventually lead us astray.

Of course, we receive so many moments of joy in our lives, a mother with her children / a job well done / a love coming straight from the heart.  Oh yes, life is full of moments of joy and if we have any sense at all, we will seek them out and be Joyful!

True Joy is found in our belief system. When I truly believe that who I am and what I am doing is correct, especially in the Eyes of God, then I am filled with Joy.

THERAPY through Writing, creatively

Therapy through Writing Creatively can be a great means of avoiding stress and worry which seems to be a huge problem, especially in Today's World.

Problem solving comes about when we realise that most difficulties are created in the Mind which blocks our ability to move forward and focus on solving whatever difficulties we are faced with.  The answer can be a simple one, to apply pen to paper and write creatively about whatever is disturbing our peace of mind.

Creative writing lends awareness to the workings of the Mind, especially our imagination, which often allows us to become fearful instead of mindful. If we imagine our Mind to be a powerful machine which responds to whatever information we put into it, then we can examine and give thoughtful and meaningful time to all that is going on inside this wonderful creative machine, our Mind.

This is where careful examination and a lot of good common sense will guide us to a more Positive Mindset.  Now we are free to use our imagination creatively, and become the writer we desire to be.  

The following steps to take will require time and patience.  Finding a place where we can relax and take time out to uncover the workings of our mind, and then find a remedy for old habits that often cause us to lose confidence in our ability to become a truly Positive Person!

FEAR-LESS

 A New day, a new start to a New Year 2024! How time flies by so quickly. Can I, will I be able to create a new me...

I realise how important it is to develop my creative self, and listen to the promptings of the Holy Spirit, guiding me to become a better and more able person.

As my Writing Book says, Pen to Paper, and so it shall be. Write down all that comes to mind, even if it makes no sense.  God allows for error, yet not for idleness, so begin and spend quality time writing and reading and listening.

When one is open to inspiration, then all is well, yet relax awhile. Being inspired is like listening to a prayer in silence. No need for thoughts that hold us to the past. Simply be, just as we are.  Let God do His work in us. 

Trust in the power of prayer, and hold on tightly to love.  Be confident that God loves us, so we can ask ourselves, do we love God?

GRATITUDE

A Grateful heart is a loving heart, and when we examine our lives, there is so much to be thankful for, to our Creator and to all those who love us.

Today I celebrate my 80th Birthday, how marvelous and almost miraculous too. Have I truly spent my life daily, with thoughts of all that is good and wonderful? 
So many good memories come to mind, and such good friends that I have, help me to have a grateful heart.  Thank You God, and to ALL who have enriched my life.
Hopefully, I do have managed to enrich the lives of some, with the Grace of God.