Greetings Beloved Ones!
You know, I call you beloved ones to remind you of who you are. Doesn't it feel good to hear those words? There is power in the spoken word! Your words will assist in creating your experience; they will affect your state of mind and color your perspective. They will either strengthen or weaken your consciousness so you must chose them wisely.
Are you building yourself up or are you tearing yourself down with your words; with your mental chatter? Are you boxing yourself in with words like can't, should, must, have to, won't? Are you using yours words to reflect your positive choices, desires and visions?
The Action Steps for today is: listen carefully to yourself; notice how you talk to and about yourself; notice how you talk to and about others.
The questions for the day are:
. What negative or limiting words have you said about yourself that you need and want to get rid of?
. How do you practice to rid yourself of these negative words?
. Do you use Denials and Affirmations regularly? If so, what is your process? If not, why?
Here is the author's reminder:
"I can trust myself. Other people's opinions are driven by their needs and emotions - not by magical insights about my worth."
This sounds like a great affirmation to use when the inner negative voices take over your consciousness.
Make it a great day. Whisper words of kindness!
Rev. Sylvia
Yes, it is time for a change! I agree that words, formed from thoughts, are very powerful. Often my words are filled with should, must and have to which are not gentle, rather they are admonishments to myself about myself. I want to be kinder and more gentle with myself and this will turn my shoulds to words like allow, want to try and desire to experience. Turning this practice around or ridding myself of this habit means paying attention to what I say out loud and especially what I say in my head about myself. Just as I am gentle and encouraging of a child, I will begin to practice this attitude on myself. It starts with awareness, then moves to desire for change and then implementing a different behavior. Practice, practice, practice. Today, I create anew.
ReplyDeleteYes, I do feel good when you call us, "beloved ones." I appreciate that reminder greatly.
ReplyDeleteDuring one of the exercises Wednesday night, I told my partner that I was starting to feel overwhelmed by the requests of family and friends. My mind has been filled with thoughts that I have too much to do; too many committments; and too little time to complete certain projects. I have been fighting off words like, "can't" and "won't". Fear and doubt are working overtime.
I am pushing past all that, remembering that I have done some of my best work while under pressure. I know that when I make the effort, the Spirit will meet me more than half way. I have the skill and ability to meet my obligations and complete my projects with time to spare. Remembering who and who's I am and shutting down chatter with affirmations and denials while working is a great way to push through the day. I am a beloved one.
I (We) seldom call You, Rev. Sylvia “Beloved One,” but you - as well - are certainly such to me (us)and God. Your guidance in these Life Mastery lessons is vital.
ReplyDeleteNow that previous lessons have highlighted some of my behaviors I choose to change, it’s difficult not to give more attention to those traits. I see now, there’s a thin line between recognizing some negativities - and making them part of my story. Gotta be careful not to use the words I’ve just discovered about myself, more than is required to make a change?
I love the thought of whispering words of kindness!
"Good Morning Beloved Ones" is a phrase that really warms my heart. And I usually feel a bit taken aback at first, and then have to think, "yeah I am, thank you for reminding me.
ReplyDeleteI am "in the process", "working towards" , "planning on", "trying to commit to" many different goals.
Since the beginning of the month I simply say "I am".
A definite statement like "I am eating healthly" is much more powerful than "I am trying to eat healthier". or worse, "I need to eat healthier".
I catch myself often, especially when dealing with issues that I have held onto for a while, but I replace negative thought with a positive statement of what IS, whether it has manifested in front of my physical eyes yet.
I have a tendency to use the word stupid and idiot at myself, but never at others. Whenever I allow myself to do something that is such a mess, the first thing out of my mouth are these two words. Sometimes, all together to get a bigger bang at my poor ego. I know these words are very hurtful to my ego, because they have the same effect and feeling inside of me, that they use to have when they were spoken by someone on the outside.
ReplyDeleteI now allow and listen to my higher self most of the time, which is quick to tell me to stop beating up on myself. I am also reminded that in my effort to live a spiritual life, I am always willing to give more charity, compassion and understanding to everyone except myself. My lack of charity and understanding to myself really bruises the ego quite harshly. In short that is why I feel hurt inside from my own self verbal abuse. Happiness cannot live in a house divided against its self. In short I must cease verbal domestic violence in my inner house; and make a constant effort on my part, to remind myself that I will always make mistakes until I master this life. I must relax and be loving to myself, it will not be the end of the world if I do not get it right after an infinite number of tries. No one or thing can love me better than I can love myself.
I know I have been constantly repeating that NAMASTE' is how I have been quietening myself and bringing peace and calmness within, but its works. Whenever there is a situation that causes me to go on the attack of myself, I quickly hear my inner voice say, "see the god in you". "NAMASTE', you can see the God in everybody else, see it also in yourself." This word helps to recognize my self attack and instantly has me to apologize to myself. I then can sense my ego feeling so much better.
NAMASTE'
Fisher
How do I
To be honest this week of lessons have been uncomfortably close to home. So close that I have stopped journaling or participating in the blog. Now that I have admitted that maybe I can move on.
ReplyDeleteI have this chattering voice that constantly criticises and doubts. Stupid, fat, undisciplined, immature are among the things I call myself. There are times when I immediately counter these thoughts with "No you are smart, no you can do this". Other times I just shake my head and think "there you go again".
The idea that we restrict ourselves with I must, I should...etc. is a revelation. I am ready to let myself off the hook. I am blessed and strong. The big picture shows perseverance, love, creativity, and God's never ending grace.
The limiting words that I need to rid myself of are,” the LSAT is complicated and very challenging to do well on”. To rid myself of these negative words, first I put in the study time, be more gentle with myself, be vigilant and correct my error words and thoughts immediately. I put this affirmation on the cover of my study guide: I am focused, intelligent and more than capable of scoring well on this test.” I recite my affirmation before I begin to study, when I am stumped at how an answer was arrived and when I do not want to study and looking for a reason to do something more fun.
ReplyDeleteHearing "Good morning beloved" reminds me that I am unfolding as God has intended and that all is well.
ReplyDelete"Beloved Ones" has touched me deeply and sometimes I hear you say it as if I am in Church on Sunday.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was in Sixth grade, Ms. Jones, my teacher, did not accept the word "can't" in her classroom. It has always resonated with me. I use the same lesson with my children. However I struggle with doubt myself when confronted with obstacles, so practicing my affirmations help to build up my self confidence and help me to see the truth not the lie. Since I am working to change my thoughts, I often say these affirmations many times a day. I believe we are placed in situations that push us to the growth we need. That is the place I am in this moment. I am rediscovering myself and allowing divine love to lead my life in everyway. It is not easy, but very rewarding.
Blessings,
Natasha