Yes, I know...I have sucked at posting lately. With the move, the CPA exam, new job and the Colorado Open this weekend, life has been crazy! Here is something that I used for my family's "meditation of the day" a couple of months ago. I just thought it would be a great reminder to us all! Enjoy:)
There are not too many things in life that I have a grasp on, but over
the last 23 years I have managed to figure a few things out. First I
have found that it is extremely important to find things that you
believe in. Believing allows you to find passion and purpose in life.
BELIEVE. Believe that life is a gift to you. Believe that you are
here to better the world. The great thing about believing is that you
don’t have to know how to get there or how it’s going to happen, but
by just having a true base in your life will automatically lead you in
the right direction whether you know it or not. So make a list of the
top things you truly believe in. Here is my top ten.
1.I believe that life is a gift from God. I must take this life and live it.
2.I believe in being selfish. I think it’s ok to put ourselves first
sometimes. So many people get caught up in worrying about the judgment
of others that they forget to take care of themselves and listen to
their heart. I believe in doing things that make ME happy and more
often than not that requires that I have to be selfish. And this is
ok!
3. I believe in my principles. The past couple of years, I have
learned how quickly you can lose everything. People can take your
home, business, car or other physical assets you may own. However, no
one can take your dignity, your character, your respect, or your
ethical responsibility. These are your core values that no one can
strip away from you. So let them take your personal belongings, but
don’t let them take your pride. Keep your values, even when it is
hard. Because in the end, when nothing else is left….you still have
you! You are made up of great characteristics that can lead and take
you anywhere in life.
4.I believe that everyone needs a Starbucks or piece of chocolate now and then.
5. I believe in being healthy and fit not for physical appearnace, but
in order to better my life. In order to be prepared for the curve
balls that are thrown at me. I am healthy and fit so that I can climb
the mountains of God’s country and mentally focus in on the beautiful
gifts I have been given. I am ready.
6.I believe in the United States of America. This is OUR country that
we have built based upon the core foundation of our founding
forefathers. I believe it is important not to forget our history and
where our country has been. In the end, it doesn’t matter if you are
republican, independent, or liberal, what matters is that we are ONE
and together we represent the United States of America.
7. I believe in family. Friends, boyfriends, girlfriends, and
teachers may come and go out of your life, but family is here to stay.
Family is your support base that allows you to grow. They believe in
you even when they know you are wrong. Family is a place to feel at
ease. Family is home.
8. I believe in forgiveness. Forgiveness is the path to success. I
have learned that the path may be bumpy and long, but forgiving allows
you to release negative energy and in turn you start experience more
bliss in your life.
9. I believe in change. New opportunities and experiences come with
change. Take a chance and try something new. You will be surprised
at what you can learn about yourself when you enter a place of
unknown. Change can bring a new light into your life that you never
knew existed.
10. Last and most important, I believe in NEVER letting yourself get
too comfortable. It is so easy to fall into a routine. I believe that
as soon as you get comfortable, then you should be scared. Scared that
you are missing out on something better; scared that you are not
thinking clearly; and scared that you are not living life to the
fullest. Push yourself out of the comfort zone, whether this is out
of a bad relationship that just has become comfortable or just pushing
yourself out of the normal routine. Don’t let your body be
comfortable. Continue to push yourself physically and mentally out of
that easy place. Be uncomfortable! You will find greater strength and
happiness in your life.
-Now take a moment....think about what do you truly believe in? What keeps you going everyday? What beliefs make you the person who you are or want to be? Please comment and a share a few of those beliefs!
