Love Thyself.

Steer clear of negativity and nourish the mind with only good wholesome thoughts and intentions.
Practice kind speech and habituate patience since compassion is the key to inner peace.
When we feel tired or unappreciated, rely on solitude and quiet time to reflect and rejuvenate.
When we feel challenged, act only with love.
When we are lonely, seek refuge in friends or family and turn to inward contemplation to deliberate the root of your detachment.
I know this all sounds a lot easier preached than performed but affirmations rarely fail and reminding yourself of all you have, reassures the mind and spirit of positive realizations.

Surrounding yourself with people who bring out the best in you is critical.
Be it your best friend, partner, family members or colleagues, do not feel guilty for overlooking acquaintances and 'energy sappers' simply because 'charity' friendships often leave you regretful and resentful.
Every person holds different energy fields and there is nothing wrong with only wanting to be around those on the same wavelength as you are. But do not misunderstand me...and start cutting off old friends or start being mean to anyone who knows less than you do.... as everyone evolves and learns in their own time and your positivity is what will inspire them.

When a loved one is disheartened, offer support and sanctuary and try to lift their spirits.
Remember a sad heart feels fear and all you need to give to help is nonjudgmental consideration and a fresh perception. So listen up and hug. And promise to be around when needed and make the effort. Being the light in someone else's darkness tenders enlightenment.

Alert yourself every morning with affirmations and meditation and train your mind to maintain child-like enthusiasm in all you do. Be kind to animals for their souls are pure and a great judge of character. React respectfully, with clarity and piety as life is a mirror and we get what we give.
Love yourself enough to see the beauty in everyday blessings.

To inspire is to nurture the heart which blossoms the soul.

Have a shining week.
Namaste

The beauty of this piece is I wrote it almost exactly a year ago. 3rd March 2008 to be exact.
But reading it again now and sharing it has lifted me. Hope you like it. x C