Possibility of Today

If you have one eye on yesterday, and one eye on tomorrow,

you're going to be cockeyed today.

~Author Unknown

  Possibility of Today

Let life fill you up with all the happiness that you can hold in your heart today. Despite the challenges, obstacles and maybe even pain, today is a day to focus on the love that surrounds you, the smiles that walk by you, the birds singing on your path into work and having the chance to make today only about peace, love and of course joy! When you change what you focus on, your whole world changes. Toxic conversations and people will fade into the background and only positive experiences will come your way if you open your heart wide enough to the possibility of today.

Acceptance

We are all primary numbers divisible only by ourselves.  

~Jean Guitton

Acceptance
It's time to feel good, overall, about who you are, where you are and what your doing in life.  There is no reason to walk around feeling otherwise.  The more you can start to relax into your life and who you are, the more you can be open to the opportunities and doors that open along your journey.  When you get too wrapped up in fear, rejection or the sense that you are "not good enough", you block yourself from moving forward.  Why do that?  Why block good things?  Stop being so hard on yourself and embrace every part of who you are.  Know that every decision and action is connected to something greater so don't ever feel like you are alone, that situations can't change or that you are unworthy in any way.  Accept yourself and start loving who you are today!

Deserving

The supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play.  

~Arnold Toynbee

Deserving
We are all deserving of great things.  Sometimes we may not believe that and what happens then, well usually opportunities float right on by our noses.  It's time to stop and tell ourselves that we are deserving of everything good.  

We are deserving of...

• Something more than just a job, a purpose in life.
• Great friendship filled with people who are positive and supportive.
• Family members that love you no matter what.
• Partners who love us with every fiber of their being.
• Belly laughs, smiles, good food and great discussions.
• A decent roof over our heads and reliable transportation.
• Living the life we know we can rather than just dreaming about it.

We are deserving of a lot more than we let ourselves dare to imagine.  It's time to let go of the fear and guilt and embrace our own worthiness.  It's time we see ourselves for who we truly are ~ deserving of it all!

Ride the Wave

If you surrender to the wind, you can ride it. 

~Toni Morrison

Ride the Wave
Have you ever noticed that the more you try and control the direction of your life, the more stress and chaos occurs? Yet when you surrender and relax into it, you seem to naturally flow in the right direction and doors seem to open us all around you. The more you can naturally "ride the wave" of life and remain as peaceful as you travel from one experience to another, the more miracles will manifest. That doesn't mean you can't work hard for a goal, you should! But rather be conscious of not letting your fear and anxiety rule your life. When you operate on those emotions solely, you are not leaving room for abundance. It's time to let go and see where the current brings you.

Persevere

Persevere
When life gets tough; when you are too tired to take one more step; when you feel paralyzed by what direction to take, you must persevere and carry on.  Muster up the strength you have deep down inside and bring it to the forefront.  Sometimes pushing ourselves further than we think we can go shows us what we are truly made of.  Keep telling yourself that you can do anything with just a little bit more perseverance and a "never give up" attitude.  Don't let anything stop you from being the best YOU that you can be!

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

Today's Daily Pearl and picture are by my good friend Lisa Slomin. 

Everyone should have a friend like her!

A positive attitude may not solve all your problems,

but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.

~Herm Albright

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

Why do we always dwell on what other people have? It's time to focus on YOUR life, and all the good things that you have in it. Sure, we'd all like to make as much money as him, or have a great body like her. But how awful would it be if we were all the same? We should be celebrating the things that make us unique and different. Today is a day to think about all the wonderful, joyful things that you have in your life; your family, your friends, your health. Stop sweating the small stuff and and start embracing the awesomeness that is you!

 

Slow Down

Life is too short to sleep on low thread-count sheets.

~Leah Stussy

Slow Down

Slow it down before you run yourself completely to the point of exhaustion and getting sick.  You've been racing around, filling up every second of your time and not resting as much as your body needs you to.  Take the next few days to build some rest and relaxation time into your schedule.  Nobody can run on full speed day after day for weeks on end without some down time.  Your body, mind and soul deserve the rest so make sure you take some today and the next two days too!

TLC

If you haven't any charity in your heart, 

you have the worst kind of heart trouble.  

~Bob Hope

TLC
It's time to infuse some Tender Loving Care back into your life. Whether you need to take care of yourself or there is someone in your life that needs some extra care, it's time to concentrate on bringing that in. TLC not only helps a person physically but it can help heal them emotionally and spiritually as well. We all need to feel loved and cared for, especially when we are hurting or down and out. Take a look around (and in the mirror) and see who in your life needs some TLC. Be the one to provide it today.

Close Calls

(picture from wehearit.com by -jean.deviantart.com)

The only difference between a rut and a grave is their dimensions.

 ~Ellen Glasgow

Close Calls
You have had many close calls in your life. Whether they were "small" close calls or "life threatening" close calls, you were able to get through them. The key is to not only make it through but to actually learn from them too. If you dwell on these close calls, if you choose to surround yourself by guilt and fear from them then you are not learning from the experience. When something almost happens to us that could have had a much more tragic ending or turn, it is our responsibility to look at the situation for what it truly is, a life lesson. What did we need to learn without having to pay the ultimate sacrifice? We were given another chance but it order to embrace it fully, we need to extract the lesson and use is to improve our lives for the better.

Thank You

(picture taken from google images)

The only people with whom you should try to get even

are those who have helped you.

~John E. Southard

Thank You
What in your life are you thankful for and have you stopped long enough to acknowledge the blessings and people around you? If not, today is the day to be thankful and to express it in many different ways. Being grateful for the small and big things in your life is a way to keep you connected to the universe. You can always find something or someone in each day to be thankful for. Whether you keep a gratitude journal, send out an email, post a picture on facebook or use any other means to let someone know that you are grateful for them or for the abundance in your life, you need to connect to that place at least once a day. Being in touch with that space in your heart filled with gratitude will enhance your life in more ways than you can imagine. Try it ~ it can't hurt!

Know that today, I am beyond grateful for each and every single one of you that take the time out of your busy days to read the Daily Pearl. 

Hurdles

(picture from google.com, Olympics 2012 Hurdling event)

Life's problems wouldn't be called "hurdles"

if there wasn't a way to get over them.

~Author Unknown

Hurdles

Your life will be filled with many hurdles. Some will be bigger than others but they are all put along your path to make you learn more about yourself and what you are capable of. Some hurdles might look like mountains at first and maybe even too big to climb. The more you tackle them head on, and sometimes with a great leap of faith, the more you will realize just how strong you are. Every hurdle is placed at a specific time in your life to challenge you in order to make you grow. If life didn't have challenges, how would we get to know our true capabilities? Look at each hurdle in your life as a challenge, one that will make you a better person in the long run. Don't ever stop short of jumping over the hurdle. Remember, once you get to the other side, it's a beautiful view!

Sisters

More than Santa Claus, your sister knows when you've been bad and good.  

~Linda Sunshine

Today's Daily Pearl is dedicated to my sisters, Colleen & Karen.  

You are incredible women and I am blessed to call you family.

Sisters
Nothing is like a sister. They share the same childhood as you, laugh with you, fight with you, cry with you and always come to your defense, especially with the neighborhood kids. They are connected to you no matter how close or how far away they are. Sisters are the first people you call when there is something great to share or something heartbreaking. They are the greatest support system and cheering section you could have. This could also be true of brothers, cousins and those family members that you share a special connection with. These are bonds that no matter how many years pass or how far the distance, they only get stronger with age. 

More

A man wrapped up in himself makes a very small bundle.

~Benjamin Franklin

More
You are more than what you do. 

Too many times we allow titles to define who we are or how we feel about ourselves.  When someone asks us to tell them a little about ourselves we usually lead with our job titles or personal titles like mother, daughter, son, etc. The truth is, we are more than our titles, what we do or who we have connections with. 

A title could never truly explain your character, what you stand for, your values and your moral compass. Challenge yourself to broaden your perspective on who you are. Don't define yourself into a box. You are more than what you do. Always remember that.

Growing Pains

When the student is ready, the master appears.  

~Buddhist Proverb

Growing Pains
The more you learn about yourself, the more you evolve. You can't help it! You are on your journey and kudos to you for trying new things, taking bold steps and taking the time to get to know yourself from your soul to your body and mind.  As you learn and grow, so do your beliefs, values and goals. You get more comfortable in your own skin as you go along the way. Growth isn't without some pain though. The more you develop, the more your relationships change. Some people will stay with you and support you along your journey while others seem to fade away. Know that either one is okay.  Some people are in your life for the long haul while other's where there to to help you grow for a shorter period of time.  It's necessary to gently walk away from situations and people that are no longer sitting right with your soul. Know that the universe is supporting you always and that you are never alone. Believe in your journey, celebrate your growth and never apologize or feel bad for moving forward on your personal journey.