I accept myself as I am...

In spirit, we are all perfect, whole and complete. God is Whole, Perfect and Complete. We are all made in the image of God.

In the physical world we perceive ourselves to be less than whole. Through affirmations we can remind ourselves that we are whole, perfect and complete. We were made that way. We examine ourselves until we see flaws. If there are flaws it's because of our perception.

In order for us to find happiness with ourselves, we must accept ourselves for who we are at the moment. I believe it is in our nature to be the best that we can be. So, it is perfectly alright to improve one's body and mind. To want to improve ourselves is not because there is something wrong with us; it is because we want the highest and best for ourselves. Accepting who we are is essential to loving ourselves.

Meditation: contemplate on, God made me in his image., I accept myself as I am, right now. Take 3 deep breaths then go into the silence for at least 3 minutes. Lovely LadyFran

I am thankful for my many gifts...

We are all made in the image of God. Each one of us is unique as our fingerprints. All of us have many gifts and as we continue on this journey, those gifts will be revealed to us.

I grew up knowing that I had a gift with numbers. I loved math. I became a math teacher. For many years I thought that was my only gift. I was to find out as I matured that I would discover that I have many gifts and I am still discovering them.

I also thought of gifts as being able to sing, dance, act, paint, and so much more. There is nothing like having a person who really listens. I am a good listener which is another one of my gifts. There are people who can uplift you just by being in your presence. Before you know it, you are feeling better and uplifted. This too is a gift.

A helping hand is something most of us need sometimes. The person who is giving the helpful hand may be a person who shows up time and time again, always there to give a helping hand. This is a gift. Gifts come in many different forms.

Meditation: contemplate on, I am one with God. I am open to my many gifts. I am thankful for them. I share my gifts. Take 3 deep breaths, go into the silence for at least 3 minutes. Lovely LadyFran

Watch your words whether you sing or speak them...

Music has always been important to me. I did not, however, realize how the lyrics in a song could act upon the subconscious mind similar to affirmations. The lyrics in a song are words after all. Some of the lyrics in songs are uplifting and some lyrics changes the mood of a person. The vibration in musical notes resonate with the vibration in us. Even instrumental music affect us.

Once CDs replaced record albums, I decided to go to a shop called 3rd Street Jazz and get music that I enjoyed as a teenager growing up in the mid to late sixties, the Motown Sound, Gamble and Huff and other labels and artists.

One of my favorite artist was Dionne Warwick. She had a song that she sang called, A Message to Michael. I remember putting my CD in the player and sat back to reminisce. Those old songs held memories for me of a guy I may have dated or an event that took place when that particular song was popular. Only, I did not expect what happened next. I became down and started to feel depressed. I stopped the CD and started to ask myself, what just happened?

I took out the lyric notes and began to read the words. Those words were depressing. I suddenly realized why I use to become depressed back then when I listened to this song and many others like it. I made a decision to stop listening to old music with depressing lyrics as well as current music with depressing lyrics. There is little difference between an affirmation and singing songs. I would imagine that singing the words have a greater affect on the mind. I choose positive words to use in an affirmation. I also choose positive songs or music that has uplifting words because this too is affirming. When you think negative thoughts, this too is affirming. The law of Cause and Effect works the same for positive thoughts as it does for negative thoughts. Your subconscious mind does not care if you speak your words or sing them. I am careful that they are positive most of the time.

Meditation: contemplate on, I watch my words whether I speak them or sing them. I speak and sing words that are positive. Take 3 deep cleansing breaths and go into the silence for at least 3 minutes. Lovely LadyFran

Seek Happiness Within...

Why do we assume people who may not have as many things or as much money as we have are not happy. If some of these people appear to be happy, we say that they have accepted their lot in life. Sometimes we believe that there is much more for these people. Usually those who are making these judgments or observations have a lot of stuff and maybe even have a lot of money but are not happy.

By no means, am I saying that you cannot be happy surrounded by beautiful things and able to buy things and go places without looking at price tags. I am just saying things are not deal breakers to happiness.

I have friends that I love and love me. I have loving family. Not everyone in my family is loving. I do not let those members keep me from being happy. I live in a beautiful, peaceful and loving home surrounded by people who care about one another. I love my neighbors. I did not say that this neighborhood is perfect and without problems, I am saying that I enjoy living here and that makes me happy. I am not rich by some standards but I am very comfortable. I am respected and I feel worthwhile. I am able to share and give back to those who do not have as much as I have.

Happiness is our natural state of being. There are many difficult times that most of us go through. Just know at the end of that experience, you can experience happiness. As I write these thoughts, I realize that I am grateful for everything that I have. Gratitude is the key to happiness.

Meditation: contemplate on, I do not focus on outer riches. I look within where all resources are. Take 3 deep cleansing breaths and go into the silence for at least 3 minutes. Lovely LadyFran

Receiving Prosperity...

Affirmation: I am open to receive prosperity. Louise Hay

Affirmations are a great way to plant new thoughts into the subconscious mind. Beginning an affirmation with I am, makes the affirmation strong. As suggested by Louise Hay, it is wise to say I am beginning to learn how to...you can fill in the blank. This way you are slowing going to the I am affirmation. The affirmation is not going to work if you have a hard time believing what you are telling yourself. Affirmations are affirming the truth.

This is one way of making deposits into the Universal bank, that is, consciousness. There is enough of everything that we desire. There is enough water, air, love, people, land, food, money and all other resources. If we do not have enough of something in our lives, it is because we have not learned how to open our hearts to receive our prosperity. The Universe is an abundant Universe.

Take a look at this video on receiving prosperity.

Meditation: contemplate on, my mind opens to understand that prosperity is time, love, beauty, joy, friendship, health and money. I deserve the best and I welcome my good joyously with open arms. Take 3 deep cleansing breaths and go into the silence for at least 3 minutes. Lovely LadyFran

Something for the Soul...

Music soothes the Soul.

Music comes in many forms and sounds. I love music. I have been involved and around music all of my life. I have noticed that not only melodic tones soothe my soul but also the sound of the ocean and the sound of the birds singing. The leaves scraping against the ground as the wind carry them along is a sweet sound of fall. I love the background sounds of children playing and finally I love the sound of silence. It is so quiet and peaceful.

After I listen to music, I then turn everything off and digest what I have heard and let it sweep through my being. I am grateful to have the ability to hear and enjoy all the sounds of life that I have come to know as music of life.

Meditation: contemplate on, I let the music of my soul come alive within me. Take 3 deep cleansing breaths and go into the silence for at least 3 minutes. Lovely LadyFran

Honoring my words...

I always want to do what is right so, I may volunteer my services without considering plans that I may have at that particular time. Then I ask myself, how do I let him/her know that I cannot be there after all?

When I volunteer to do something, I am giving my word. My word is me and I must honor my word.

Honesty is the best policy. As soon as I know that I cannot be somewhere or keep a commitment, I let the other person/s know.

I am much more mindful of my circumstances and I will not make a commitment right away to avoid having to back out. When I do enter into a commitment of service, I give it my best.

Remember the law is working all the time. Whatever you put out into the Universe comes back to you. Lovely LadyFran

Meditation: contemplate on, I honor my word and I am mindful of my circumstances. I make a commitment with the intention of keeping it. Take 3 deep cleansing breaths and go into the silence for at least 3 minutes. Lovely LadyFran