My inner beauty is evident to those around me

My inner beauty is evident to those around me.

True beauty is intangible and indescribable, yet one hundred percent evident to the naked eye. A person's beauty is not the same as a person's appearance. Beauty is found much deeper, in matters of the heart.

The inner beauty inside of me is reflected through my confidence. I am beautiful just the way I am. My self-assurance prevents me from becoming overly concerned with the opinions of others.

When others look at me, they see that there is something about me that makes me beautiful. Perfection is not what sets me apart, confidence is.

When I accept myself the way I am, I open the door of acceptance and the ability to honor others the way they are, too. Confidence is the bridge that takes me out of a judgmental place to the land of grace.

I have such a clear understanding of the purpose for which I have been created that insecurity stays far from me. Understanding who I am gives me the boldness to carry myself with pride and grace.

My face always wears a genuine smile reflecting the joy in my heart from knowing who I am. The eyes may be the windows to the heart, but a smile is the window to the soul. Through my smile, people can feel the love in my soul.

Others can see true beauty in me by the way I speak to them. I choose my words carefully, making sure that I am respectful to those around me. My speech is filled with fairness and truth.

Today, I radiate beauty through my speech, actions, and smile. I draw beauty from my self-confidence and spread it to those around me.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What sets me apart from others? 2. Am I pursing the right kind of beauty? 3. Do I live a life free from judgment?

My ability to love is more powerful than the pain of an offense

My ability to love is more powerful than the pain of an offense.

Love is the most powerful feeling that I could ever experience. Love is stronger than hate. Love is stronger than pain.

I love those who have hurt me. Loving others doesn't mean that I approve of their offense. Rather, it's simply my way of preventing bitterness from taking root in me and destroying me from the inside out. An offense hurts, but bitterness destroys, that is why I choose to love and forgive.

When another person hurts me, love reveals to me the hurt inside that person. People who hurt others are often hurting even more themselves. Through love, I can see that person differently and, rather than just forgive them, I can actually begin to feel love for them.

When someone hurts me, love causes me to pray for them. When I pray for another, my feelings toward them transform to feelings of care and concern.

To be able to love someone past the hurt, I first evaluate their intentions. People are not perfect and sometimes do things they don't mean to do. In those instances, I am gracious and humble enough to accept people just the way they are.

There are some people who are hurtful on purpose. Those people are the hardest to love, but they are the ones that need the most love. Instead of stepping down to their level and engaging in immature behavior, I choose to love them anyway.

Today, I choose to love others regardless of how they treat me. My heart is free from the chains of bitterness that try to trap me. Offenses have no authority over my heart.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Why do people hurt others? 2. Why is it important to choose love over hate? 3. How can I overlook an offense?

Living an active lifestyle keeps me healthy

Living an active lifestyle keeps me healthy.

My body is aging, but there are habits I can form today to keep me young. Regardless of my current age, body type, and weight, I am well able to maintain a healthy lifestyle because I owe it to myself.

Staying active shields my body from diseases and allows me to live life to the fullest. A high level of activity improves my overall physical and emotional health by increasing my body's natural production of endorphins. I am ready to live my best!

My time has come to eliminate excuses. I am committed to living a better life from this day forward. I make changes to my lifestyle today so I can better enjoy my life, including my family, in the future.

The adjustments I am making to my routine allow me to stay healthy and strong. I am free from the exhausting effects of idleness. I am able to interact with my loved ones with high energy.

To ensure success, I set goals for myself. I have written goals for where I want to be 3 months from now, as well as long term goals.

In order to stay on the path to success, I think of all the things that have gotten in my way in the past. Armed with a plan of attack, I prepare myself to overcome those obstacles. I envision myself reaching my ultimate goal.

Today, I choose to launch myself into a better life by increasing my physical activity. Engaging in even the simplest form of activity brings me one step closer to a lifestyle of high energy.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What are the benefits of a healthy lifestyle? 2. Why should I take care of my health? 3. How do I feel when I exercise?

Keeping my marriage strong is the main component to raising a happy family

Keeping my marriage strong is the main component to raising a happy family.

The recipe to a delightful family begins with a healthy marriage. Other ingredients, such as love, patience, and flexibility, have their place, but ultimate success lies on the strength of my marriage.

My children learn so much about life from watching my interactions with my spouse. They learn about teamwork from watching us help each other tackle chores and responsibilities together.

My children are learning how to treat others from the way I treat my spouse and the way I allow my spouse to treat me. From our example, my children are learning to be kind in words and actions toward others.

I teach my children to establish high expectations for how others are to treat them, based on how my spouse and I interact. I respect my spouse as a teammate and partner.

My spouse and I cooperate with one another. Through thick or thin, I stand by my spouse until the end. We learn life lessons together and work toward building a happy family together. The way I relate to my spouse makes my children feel safe.

When I focus on my marriage, other relationships fall into place. My children and spouse have their own place in my life without having to compete for my affection.

My spouse is my top priority; then, together, the two of us regard our children as our top priority.

Today, I choose to put my marriage first to ensure that, with the help of my spouse, I am raising a happy family.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How are my children affected by the way my spouse and I interact? 2. What improvements can we make to our marriage to help us raise happy children? 3. How can I strengthen my marriage?

I have the strength to run a successful business from home while also caring for my children

I have the strength to run a successful business from home while also caring for my children.

I am an amazing person who gets to enjoy the best of both worlds. Not only do I work my dream job, I also have the privilege of spending my days with my children.

Life can get hectic between kids, business, and home concerns, but I am able to balance it all with grace. I devote time to my children, take care of my home, serve my clients, and also take time out for myself.

Balance is the key to my success. I take life one day at a time. I keep an organized schedule to stay on track. Planning schedules is a mountain that I can surmount with ease.

As a parent, I spend quality time making memories with my children. I educate my kids through books, movies, outings, and hands-on experiences. I plan play dates for my children to socialize with other kids while I enjoy the company of my friends.

As a business owner, I separate my business from my home responsibilities. My children come first in everything I do. My clients know and respect that my family is my top priority. My business is booming because I am passionate about what I do.

There is never a dull moment around me. I feel blessed beyond measure, and I know that blessing is to be paid forward.

Today, I enjoy the fullness of my life. I take full advantage of every opportunity by eradicating idleness and I maximize the use of every moment.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How do I balance home life with business life? 2. Am I willing to ask for help when I feel overwhelmed? 3. What do I love most about my life as a work-at-home parent?

I do more than search for peace I create it

I do more than search for peace; I create it.

I am at peace with others. I seek every opportunity to spread harmony to those around me. Instead of searching for the perfect location or the perfect time to get away from the noise, I create peace for myself right where I am.

Sometimes, I think that if I could only beat one more deadline, or if the kids would stay asleep one more hour, then I would be able to rest. The truth is that life hardly ever comes with built-in breaks between responsibilities.

If I want to enjoy rest and relaxation, then I must create it. My state of peace begins in my mind. When I close my eyes, ignore my surroundings, and envision myself in the arms of peace, I can take myself there.

My ride to work could be a chaotic time of rushing through traffic and intense tension about being late, but I choose to leave my house on time and use my morning commute to listen to easy music and meditate.

The time I spend in my car is a time for me to clear my head by envisioning the blessings that I intend to attract that day.

I may not get to go to a spa, beach, or desert to meditate, but I can connect with my inner-self right where I am.

A shower can easily turn into a beautiful time to release stress by singing. As I clean my physical body, I also cleanse my mind of all the emotional pressure I carry.

Today, I choose to create peace by turning mundane daily activities into opportunities for stress relief.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How can I turn a mundane daily task into a peaceful moment? 2. Can I identify time in my day where I can create rest and relaxation? 3. Do I wait for peace to come to me, instead of actively creating it?

I delight in staying home with my children

My choice to stay at home with my children is something I am proud of. Although draining at times, I am committed to doing the best job I can at raising my children.

My calling as a parent is to nurture my children socially, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. For me, staying at home is the best way to fulfill that purpose. My life's devotion is to foster a healthy home for my whole family.

I am grateful for the blessing that I have to spend my days watching my children flourish before my very eyes. I am present in my children's lives to witness every new accomplishment. I celebrate their triumphs and help them overcome constraints.

Staying home gives me the opportunity to teach my children about life just the way I want to. I am able to pass on family ideologies and spiritual beliefs to secure their identity.

I appreciate my spouse's support for my choice to stay home. My spouse works hard for me to have the privilege of staying home. While my spouse works hard outside of the home, I work hard at home to teach our children.

I am accountable for the time I have at home. My time is spent on educational activities and outings with the kids. I refrain from wasting time on idleness. The television, computer, and even household chores, fall second to taking care of my children.

Today, I celebrate my ability to stay home. I am free from guilt about not having a full time job outside of the home because staying home with the children is a full time job of its own.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Do I ever feel guilty about staying home? 2. How can I maximize my time at home with my children? 3. Why do I love staying home with my children?

I complete myself

I complete myself!

There are many stereotypes about the single lifestyle. However, I am proud that my life avoids stereotyping. I am single by choice.

I enjoy being single because I answer only to myself.

I choose how to spend my money without the need to consult with someone else.

I distribute my time as I please.

I keep my home as I like it without worry that my decor or cleanliness is not up to par with the expectations of a partner.

I value that I am able to live life on a whim.

I love the freedom of making my own decisions without having to ask someone for consent or worrying about their feelings.

Unlike many other single folks, I avoid spending my time searching for "the one." I am perfectly content living my life singly. I am not looking for a missing piece to my puzzle because my puzzle has been long solved; I complete myself!

If the time ever comes to devote myself to someone, I will only choose a person that complements my personality. I refuse to change my personality or appearance for someone else, because I am perfect just the way I am.

Today, I embrace the single life. I cherish my time alone. I socialize with friends regularly and value the privacy within my own home.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Do I feel social pressure to find a partner? 2. What have I learned from my past relationships? 3. What are the benefits of being single?

I choose to focus on all that is good around me

There are two ways to look at every situation in life. I choose to focus on the brighter side of things, instead of the negative. I accessorize myself with a cheerful smile rather than a critical eye.

When I look at others, I try to see them the way they hope to be seen. Small nuisances in others' personalities are easy for me to ignore. I focus on the good in others and overlook their imperfections.

I am refreshed when I sit down to do an inventory of my blessings. Looking at my family, health, and friends helps me realize how fortunate I am. The more I look for things to be appreciative about, the more I find.

Even on my worst day, I consider myself fortunate because my life is filled with things money cannot buy. The simple things in life are what make my life great.

Choosing to be positive is a conscious choice I make daily so I can keep my soul unpolluted by judgment and bitterness. When I have a rough day at work, I am thankful I have a job that provides for my family. Positivity is about perspective.

I surround myself with other positive people so that their cheerful attitude rubs off on me. Keeping company with optimistic friends encourages me to seek out the good in times when I want to have a pity party.

Today, I choose to be grateful for what I have. I fill myself with cheer by rejecting every impulse to criticize. I do away with judgment and embrace the code of forgiveness.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Who is my most optimistic friend? 2. What is going well in my life right now? 3. What are some things I need to see with a different perspective?

I can only do so much with my time

There is only so much I can do in a day. My time is valuable and quite limited. For this reason, I am very selective as to which activities and responsibilities I choose to take on.

I realize that it is impossible to be everything to everyone. Stretching myself too thin leads to disappointment for everyone involved.

I prioritize my time in this order: family, career, personal time, and socializing.

Above all else, family comes first. If I must choose between attending my son’s football game and putting in overtime at work, you bet I will be sitting on the bleachers! The time I spend with my family is priceless!

My motto is "delegate, delegate, and delegate some more!" If others can do a task just as well as I, then I let them handle the job.

My children take care of the dishes, laundry, tidying up their rooms, and cleaning up after themselves. I feel confident about giving them these responsibilities. It prepares them for the adult life.

If I am very strapped for time, I know that I can call in a housekeeper to do light cleaning and go grocery shopping. This shaves off hours from my to-do list!

I outsource simple work-related tasks to a virtual assistant. Again, this allows me to prioritize my schedule and free-up much needed hours of my time.

My time is valuable. I can only do so much with my time. Therefore, I enlist the help of others to maximize my reach.

Today, I put my pride aside and ask for help when necessary. Though I would like to think I am bionic, I accept that I am simply human.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Which activities can I painlessly remove from my schedule? 2. How can I spend more time with my family? 3. Is my job too demanding?

I am taking up a new sport

I am determined to maintain my body in good health by getting regular exercise. The benefits I reap from exercising are worth the hard work. I enjoy a higher level of energy and a better overall health by actively participating in fitness activities.

I am taking up a new sport to keep myself interested in physical fitness. Being physically fit is a priority for me. Sports are a great way to make exercise feel like fun, instead of a burden.

When I exercise, I like to have a good time without feeling pressured. That is why I am choosing a sport that suits my personality. When I am successful at my new sport, I celebrate my accomplishments.

To discover what sport I want to pursue, I try a wide variety of activities. I ask my friends who are athletes for ideas and I keep myself open to their suggestions.

I am willing to try water sports, ball sports, dances, team sports, individual sports, or any other type of physical games. My goal is to have fun while doing something beneficial for my body.

While discovering a new sport, I often uncover new abilities stored within me. There is so much about me that I am looking forward to unveiling through practicing new sports.

Today, I choose to get myself in the game with a new sport. I lay fear and apprehension aside to launch myself forward with passion.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What new sport would I like to try? 2. Why is it important to stay physically fit? 3. What hinders me from pursuing a physically fit lifestyle?

I am surrounded by a caring parent support group

Everywhere I go, I run into people who are eager to offer their help. From the doctor's office to the nearby playground, I can reap the wisdom of experienced parents. I feel blessed to have such a large selection of resources.

Parenting is challenging regardless of my child's age. I also realize that every child truly is different. Yet, when I open myself up to other parents, I gain more than just knowledge; I gain friends.

Whenever I find myself facing a challenge, I am quick to speak up in order to find someone who has had a similar challenge. I listen to the advice of experienced parents and draw from their wisdom.

If I feel lonely or just want some company, I know who I can call. There are other parents waiting by the phone, wishing someone would invite them on an outing. I take the initiative to plan gatherings for other parents.

I am surrounded by a community that cares about my children and me. People who offer their advice are simply trying to prevent me from repeating some of their own mistakes. I value the input of others.

Fear and shame are absent from my heart because there are countless parents who have struggles just like mine. The more I search, the more I find that the struggles I experience are very common.

Today, I choose to embrace the caring support group available to me. I welcome others into my life and benefit from what they have to offer.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What keeps me from reaching out to other parents? 2. Who has helped me in the past that I can I talk to when I need support? 3. What do I have to offer to other parents?