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I am unique and valuable just as I am. Until we learn the self-value lesson, we keep attracting situations where we fall victim to other people’s will. It seems that others take from us and take advantage of us and it all springs from your relationship with yourself.

If you value yourself, so will others. Valuing yourself includes valuing your time and your priorities.

You are valuable because your Creator says so and don’t let anyone ever try to convince you of anything different.  See the value that your creator has placed in you and begin to live in and through the power that this value provides.  Cheers!

Living in the present. In order to understand what that means, you must understand the word, being, existing, or occurring at this time or now; current: the present ruler.

How many times a day do you worry about tomorrow?  You contemplate next week, next month and often next year. Living in the present means just that. You embrace the very minute you are in, right now. This is the only way you can learn to enjoy life.

Next time you catch yourself thinking idly; watch the thoughts that flow through your mind, what are they? Constant living and awareness of the present develop a new kind of awareness-consciousness. It is awareness of freedom, of being alive, of happiness and joy. You come to realize the peace, calmness, joy and freedom from thoughts that the mystics talk about.  Cheers to my moment!

I think that one of the most common mistakes that we make is to try to present ourselves as something we’re not. We make implicit or explicit claims about ourselves that are inaccurate or incomplete. We do it because we think that molding our image in a certain way will produce positive results, helping us gain happiness and success.  Unfortunately, it’s just the opposite. Inauthenticity is a sure path to misery.

We might find ourselves tweaking our outward personality at work in order to climb the corporate ladder or make an important sale. We might suppress parts of who we are to our romantic partners out of the fear that they won’t really like us if they saw the whole picture. We might mold ourselves to fit a particular social group in which we’re trying to gain or maintain entry. There are so many different situations that tempt us to withhold this part of ourselves here or exaggerate another part of ourselves there. All to fit into a box that we’ve convinced ourselves we just must squeeze ourselves into in order to gain something good in return.

The problem is this never gives us what we truly want in the end. Any time we begin to notice that we’re not being our authentic selves, its sign that we’re heading in the wrong direction. And our problems will only mount if we don’t fix it.  You were born to be YOU.  Cheers!

Yes, that is easier said than done. We all spend hours trying to get our lives in order and someone comes and just blows it all to bits with actions or in-actions. We become entrenched in screaming matches and frustrations stating we “expect so much more”.

How many times have you said that?

The truth is that as soon as we embrace the fact that the only thing we can ever truly control is ourselves the better we will be.

At the start of each day remind yourself where your true control lies.  That is within.  Cheers!

1. Know Thyself

Remember who you are and be open to the wisdom within. Devotion to ‘Me Time’ Rituals is essential to connect with yourself and spirit. It helps you to awaken to your gifts, calm your mind, and listen clearly to your higher power. Self love is an inside job!

2. Trust Your Intuition

Learn to trust that feeling in your gut. The gut never lies! Tap into your intuition and begin to trust what messages or feelings you receive about people, situations, or what steps to take next. It’s a gift we all have. Learn to embrace it. Listen, trust, and take each guided action with confidence.

3. Nourish Your Body

Fuel up with loads of greens, water, and whole foods to create a healthy diet. Balance that out with regular exercise to keep your body energized and up for any challenge that comes your way. You might be surprised at the results of exercising 30 minutes 4 days a week.  Try it!

4. Remember Your Inner Power Circle

Friends and family all need your attention. Don’t forget to make time for your loved ones — time to listen, support, and nurture them when they need you. Don’t get caught up in being so busy that they become a just footnote to your day! This one can be challenging.

5. Be a Person of Integrity

Keep your word and do what you say you were going to do. If you can’t, be honest with yourself and others. Honor your work. Finish what you start. Keep and respect your commitments to your personal projects that bring you joy.

6. Make Your Soul Dance Again

Explore those things that make you exude joy. Is it singing? Writing? Painting? Carve out moments in your week for these little treats that nourish you soul. Most importantly, seek careers and businesses that allow you to weave in your talents, passions, and profits together as one.

7. Step Out of Your Comfort Zone

If you want to transform your life, you need to challenge yourself. DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT! Face your fears. Have courage! Recognize and take the baby steps necessary to reach your goal. Breakthroughs will help you take leaps forward and steadily move you away from the excuses that have held you back from your greatness.

8. Make Room for Abundance

Begin allowing success and abundance in all areas of your life. Explore ways to earn income from your talents by unleashing your entrepreneurial spirit. It’s important to LOVE WHAT YOU DO!

9. Balance the Scales of Love

When giving and receiving love, keep in mind how important it is to reciprocate. Are you a giver or a taker? Try your best at being both. If you are more of one than the other, you will drain yourself and the one you care about deeply. Compromise and strive for a 50/50 love!

10. Pay It Forward

Be a shining example of giving back. Community service, mentoring, and charity work are positive ways of helping others and those causes you’re passionate about supporting.

Cheers!