Tuesday, October 20, 2009

10 Rules For A Good Day


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 GOD TO BLESS MY "ENEMY" :

If I come across someone who treats me harshly or unfairly, I will quietly ask God to bless that individual. I understand the "enemy" could be a family member, neighbor, co-worker, or a 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 me" - with everyone I encounter.


TODAY I WILL RAISE THE SPIRITS OF SOMEONE I DISCOURAGED :

My smile, my words, my expression of support, can make the difference to someone who is wrestling life.


TODAY I WILL NURTURE MY BODY :

I will eat less; I will eat only healthy foods. I will thank God 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 and listen to God's voice !