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For some it\u2019s coffee. For others it\u2019s a vigorous workout. For most of us, however, a morning ritual consists of the simple matter of trying to find a reason to roll out of bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We all have a higher self, whether you call it your soul, inner being, God, your conscience, consciousness or the universe. It\u2019s that aspect of you that is always calmer, wiser, and gentler. It\u2019s the part of you that says \u201cbe still\u201d when you\u2019re angry, \u201cbe brave\u201d when you\u2019re scared, and \u201cI\u2019m here\u201d when you feel alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is what I imagine our higher selves wanting to say to us as we open our eyes in the morning:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a new day. Not everyone gets a new day. I\u2019m not trying to guilt-trip you, I\u2019m just trying to convey the miracle that is a new day. It\u2019s a chance to start all over, to do things differently…better. If you screwed up yesterday, that\u2019s okay \u2013 no, really. It seems bad now, but things will get better. Life and emotions are transient. It\u2019s hard, even exhausting, to be angry, sad, or scared for an extended period of time. At some point, you\u2019re going to stop and say, ‘It\u2019s enough. I\u2019ve done this enough. Time to change the channel.’<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I know that as you look in the mirror, there are going to be things that you don\u2019t like to look at. I want to remind you, however, how beautiful you really are. Beautiful doesn\u2019t even sum it up. Wondrous. Phenomenal. The way you speak, the way you move, may seem utterly, even insipidly human, but your body houses a consciousness that could fill a room, a city, if it wasn\u2019t contained in this wondrous vessel. Treasure your body, because it\u2019s magnificent. Love every wrinkle, every freckle, every beauty mark, every perfect imperfection. Your body can do wondrous things. Look deep into your own eyes and whisper \u201cI love you\u201d every morning. It\u2019s a magic spell that can change your life and make wonderful things happen.<\/p>\n\n\n
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As you go out into the world today, know that you have everything you need to get the job done, create something amazing, and make an impact. Dismiss that doubt in your mind. Doubt is like a little dog trying to act like a big dog \u2013 don\u2019t be fooled, it has no real power. Don\u2019t let the little things that other people do get to you, like the driver who cuts you off, the rude customer, the boss who demands a little too much of you \u2013 discontent may be their reality, but it doesn\u2019t have to be yours. Just focus on what you want and expend the energy you need to make it happen. And if all you want to do is sit in front of the TV in your underwear eating cereal, then do it. As long as it makes you happy, really<\/em> happy, I’m all for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t dedicate a second thought, say an unkind word, or shed a tear for anyone who disrespects you or doesn\u2019t appreicate you. If you want love, love yourself more. If you want kindness, treat yourself with kindness. Realize that anything you desire to receive from others is something that you should be giving to yourself<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t get mixed up in other people\u2019s dramas. Let go of the past and of the people who have hurt you. It\u2019s done now. The more you dig up and rehash all the regrets of the past, the more power you give to these people. Remind yourself that the present is all that matters…and that once again, you are an amazing human being, in spite of your faults. I also want to lovingly remind you that in life, there are no mistakes, failures, or bad decisions, only learning experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Speaking of faults, consider whether there is anything you would like to work on. I\u2019m not staying that there\u2019s something wrong with you; in fact, I like you as you are \u2013 I think you\u2019re quirky. However, self-improvement is always a valuable endeavor. Wisdom is infinite. Maybe your self-esteem could use a little polish. Maybe you\u2019ve noticed that you could be a little more patient. And maybe, just maybe, it\u2019s time to be nicer to yourself. I don\u2019t mean being selfish or self-absorbed. I mean treating yourself with respect and dignity; being gentler when you make a mistake; reminding yourself daily that you are special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you lay your head down at night, you\u2019re probably going to run through your day and regret having done something, regret not<\/em> having done other things, and keep a tally of your failures. While I encourage you to acknowledge the things that you can do better for tomorrow, I implore you to take the time to express thanks for all the things that went well today, even if the only blessing you have for the day is wearing matching socks. The wonderful thing about gratitude is that the more you think about the things you\u2019re grateful for, the longer the list becomes. And suddenly, everything that went wrong doesn\u2019t seem so bad, or is at least a little less upsetting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oh, and do one thing for me: Smile more.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wouldn’t it be great if, after waking you up, your alarm said, “I love you. You’re awesome!” Well, here’s a morning pep talk you can say to yourself instead.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6650,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5452","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-attitude-lifestyle"],"yoast_head":"\n
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