I've gotten to know a man who is currently serving four consecutive life sentences, but is trying to change... He recently said they wanted to transfer him. He said they needed to biopsy his liver which might be diseased. I asked when he was leaving. He looked surprised and said: "Now why would I let a doctor do anything that's going to extend my time on the chain-gang?" It gave me perspective about my "problems."
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Faith
When life comes at me hard and heavy, it sure is good to KNOW that there is someone watching over EVERYTHING. He makes no mistakes, no oversights, no miscues or miscalculations--everything is a tiny part of some grand, mysterious plan... It helps me to remember that there is no decision that He can't overturn, no mistake that He can't forgive. No failure is final, and He is always and forever in COMPLETE control.
Affirmations
Is there really power in daily affirmations? The non-conscious brain runs much of the show (90-95%). Your beliefs and habits, which live there, are thousands of times stronger than your desires. When you speak a powerful, positive affirmation about what you believe to be true about yourself, the brain hears what is said and creates a "mental loop", which reinforces the thought. The brain is ALWAYS learning: Teach it.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Champions
Rocky, Rudy, Hoosiers, the Titans...What do they all have in common? The "UnderDog" rises up to knock out the "Bully". Everybody loves a good comeback: against all odds, he reaches down deep, finds a part of himself he (or she) didn't know they had, and a champion shows up--it's classic David and Goliath...There are lots of fine people out there right now that need a comeback win. Here's to finding the "hero" in you.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Time
86,400... Pretty big number, sounds like alot. However, it flies by... 86,400 seconds in a day. How I choose to invest those precious "pieces of time" is very important, because I can NEVER get them back. Today I will make the most of them-- I will thank, behold, appreciate, hug, honor, cherish and love those in my life. Because today's the MOST important day of my life (it's the only one I truly ever have).
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Good News
I've been waiting on that ONE phone call, that particular email-- you know the one, the "good news" I've been waiting to hear. Hasn't quite shown up yet though... Therefore, I am declaring this "GOOD NEWS FRIDAY" (Because you find what you LOOK for, you know)... Gotta run-- the phone's ringin! (Start looking for it, and let me know when yours shows up-- I know its on its way)
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Transformation
Transform: "to undergo a change in form, appearance, or character; to experience a permanent shift." I once was blind, asleep, numb, dull, wounded, anesthetized, apathetic--walking through life in a trance... Today I see, I feel, I care, I act-- I AM ALIVE. I'm so grateful that I'm not missing this wonderful adventure because I choose not to participate--so many merely spectate... Here's to "getting in the game" today.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Respect
Respect: "the condition of being esteemed or honored; a sense of the worth of a person; to hold in honor." Who is worthy of respect? Is it something earned or deserved? I believe ALL people should be given respect. As a matter of fact, the ones who rarely receive it, are the ones who need it the most. Find someone who hasn't seen it in a while, and show them some much needed respect-- it just might change their life.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Today
TODAY I will walk in integrity; I will love my neighbor as myself; I will stand up for those who can't stand up for themselves; I will side with the truth; I will speak the truth in love; I will believe that better days lie ahead; I will look for the beauty and goodness in everyone I meet; I will be a better man by far, than I ever believed myself to be... TODAY: what an incredible opportunity. Who's with me?
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Life
Life: "the force that makes or keeps something alive; animation, liveliness, spirit; resilience, elasticity." You hear it more and more: "Life is hard. I'm struggling. I can't take much more." Sometimes the "hard" is what makes it GREAT. The joy, pain, ups, downs, struggles, victories, stench, aromas, hardships, triumphs... Oh, the struggle is the good stuff-- without it we would most likely be bored, spoiled little children.
Peace
Now more than ever, people long for peace, joy, and love (whether they're aware of it or not). Like most things of value, they aren't necessarily found in the most likely places. I've discovered that peace resides in FORGIVENESS; joy hides in COMPASSION; and love is buried deep in the heart of SERVICE... Try as you might to find them elsewhere, peace, joy and love will always live in those who choose to GIVE.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Visualize
Visualize today where EVERYTHING goes your way: You show up at just the right time; you meet just the right person; you say just the right thing; you give them exactly what they need-- you're COMPLETELY in "the zone" (millions of neurons had to fire and connect in JUST the right way to create that vision in your mind). Now go and FIND it--unless of course that "nightmare scenario" works better for you as a strategy.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Spirit
Spirit: "the vital principle or animating force within living beings; the essence of conscious life, the incorporeal part of humans; the essential nature of a person or group." There's a force that runs through things--a "LIFE FORCE" which sustains and animates us. The flesh opposes it at times, but when its nourished, it is resilient and practically unstoppable. The indomitable human spirit: got some? (Tap into it)
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Miracles
Who says miracles don't happen in today's world? Which is harder: to turn water into wine, or to change a person who has been the SAME for twenty years-- I would argue the latter... The crack addict who begins to feel; the gang-banger who begins to love; the inmate who begins to care. Oh yes, miracles happen every day-- you just gotta open your eyes, and know where to look... Here's to finding yours today.
Catch it,come alive, pass it on.
Catch it,come alive, pass it on.
Energy
This we know: All matter is made up of tiny packets of "energy". These packets vibrate at different speeds. They communicate through frequencies, much like radio or satellite signals... Slower energy vibrations, such as shame and fear, bring us "down." Faster energies like joy and love are "exhilarating." Why not "set your frequency" (mood) today, before the world sets it for you? You'll be amazed what you find.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Forgiveness
What if, after its all said and done, life is ALL about forgiveness? Receiving it first, and then offering it to EVERYONE (especially the unforgivable)... Lack of forgiveness makes the soul sick; true forgiveness not only heals, but is totally and completely liberating. You want to be free? Seek out the one who needs to be forgiven-- it'll change your life.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Stress
Stress: "physical, mental, or emotional tension; a specific response by the body to a stimulus, as fear or pain, that disturbs or interferes with the normal physiological equilibrium of an organism." Stress is all about "resistance" --when I feel it, all I need to do is locate the area of my life that is outside of acceptance... Some things are IN my control, and some things aren't-- why fight what I can't change?
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Grace
Grace: "the freely given, unmerited favor and love of God; the influence or spirit of God operating in humans to regenerate or strengthen them; divine love and protection bestowed freely on people." Looking back on my journey so far, I know I've done some pretty foolish, selfish and ungodly things--wasted alot of time... Now as I look at all the blessings in my life, I can honestly say: Grace is truly AMAZING... Wow.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Resistance
"Whatever I resist, I STRENGTHEN." Think about it: Want to build muscle? Resist. What escalates an argument? Resistance. Traffic jam? You get the picture-- Stress is all about resistance... Why not try the opposite response to things that bother you: "Accept it, embrace it, and release it." The argument is diffused, the traffic becomes a timely break, even a headache can dissolve... The "Is-ness" of life-- accept it.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Epiphany
Epiphany: "a sudden, intuitive perception of or insight into the reality or essential meaning of something, usually initiated by some simple, homely, or commonplace occurrence; a comprehension or perception of reality by means of a sudden intuitive realization." Sometimes we have "a moment of clarity"... Mine today: I am loved, I am blessed-- Life is so good.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
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