Powerful Affirmation

I am realizing more each day the power of affirmations. Here's one that's been working very well for me...

I have amazing power (the power of God in me) and extreme confidence.

I have found it effective to repeat it to myself several times throughout the day. After I do so, I take a few minutes to reflect on God's presence in and around me. At those times, I can actually feel the power, and the confidence automatically builds.

The results of repeating this affirmation are dramatic. What happens is that the more you tell yourself this and live it out, the more you believe it. I challenge anyone to try it for yourself.

Have an amazing day : )

Dominant Thoughts

In the book The Secret a key statement is that we attract what our dominant thoughts are about. Do you believe this to be true?

In my opinion there is no way around it. I've seen its truth in my own life.

Knowing this I see the importance of keeping my thoughts positive, hopeful, and confident. It's funny how my life turns out that way when I do. The same will be true for you : )

No Lack

Here's some powerful information for your day. It comes from Psalm 34:9 and says: those who fear (respect and worship) the Lord will lack no good thing.

Knowing this, let us constantly be aware that the Lord is with us and let us be aware of His greatness with thanksgiving. The result will be blessing and all of our needs being met.

May your blessings be plenty today : )

Powerful People

There's something about meeting someone powerful. Have you ever done so? You may answer yes or no. However, I will tell you that the answer is yes. Who is it? Take a look in the mirror. It is you!

Many of us don't realize how powerful we are. I am challenging myself and anyone else to not only realize it, but to KNOW it! The power of God dwells in each and everyone of us. If we ask Him for it, maintain positive thoughts in our mind, and look for opportunities to do good, the amazing power in us will manifest. You will see great things. You will see power you never imagined, but have always had.

This reminder has helped me as I am conscious of it during the past few weeks. I challenge you to keep this reminder in the front of your mind as well. It's powerful stuff!!

Expect Positive Results

I've written often about focusing the mind on the positive. Yet I still have to remind myself to do so.

As a result, I remind myself again, along with anyone else reading this. The more we expect positive results the more we will receive them. It is the absolute truth.

Let us live our lives today knowing that. Expect positive results and watch them happen. Please be sure to share your success stories!

Playing Hookey

I'm not one to complain about my job much. However, I am deliberately not going in today. Most schools in this country are done for the summer. However, my charter school is open 'til Thursday. Finals ended and grades closed last week. All we've been doing is watching movies and playing kickball with the less than 50% of the 7th and 8th grade students that are showing up. I'm sorry, but I am paid to teach, not babysit.

I share this because I find such value in extra off days. You may tell me that I have a whole summer off beginning next week. True, but I plan on working full-time to pay some bills. Part of that job hunt continues today. I can also get so many other things done today. Time with my kids (who are already on vacation); respond to the e-mails that are awaiting me; write some blogs; finish the book I am writing; mow the lawns and clean the pool; and anything else that needs to get done. All with a clear mind focused on positive thoughts instead of the negatives of wasting more time at work.

We're not supposed to play hookey. Yet sometimes it is very valuable for keeping a positive frame of mind. Today is one of those days.

Thanks For...

I am constantly reminded lately of the benefits of gratitude. I should easily be able to think of at least 10 things in a minute to be thankful for.

Now that I have a few spare minutes that's what I'm going to do. I will think of 10 things, then reflect on them. I then feel the positive feelings that go along with them. Then, something tells me my day will be even better than it already is.

If you are looking for quick "pick me ups" throughout your day, try doing the same. Dwell on the things in your life to be thankful for. I'm sure you will appreciate it : )