Build The Right Picture

"There is one emotion that causes serious
problems in the lives of many people. Most
people learn this the hard way, or never learn
it at all. That emotion is envy."
             Dr Joseph Murphy

When you see or hear of someone who has
created something wonderful, like lots of
money, or a loving relationship, or an exciting
holiday, how do you respond - inside?

Tell the truth now. Do you rejoice with them
or do you secretly envy them?

Envy is, as Dr Murphy says, a very destructive
emotion. When you have it you find yourself
being bitter and critical of others, instead of
celebrating with them.

And, of course, that pretty much guarantees
that what they have will not show up for you.

What's behind envy? First, it's a belief in
scarcity, that there's not enough to go around.
So the more someone else gets, the less for
you.

Second, there's a belief that the Universe is
unfair, and the other person must have
cheated in some way to get what should have
been yours. You're second class.

Well, we know when we bring these beliefs
into the light of day that they're not true. But
holding them in your mind will make them
true for you, and that's so unnecessary.

One of the most simple positive acts that
you can take for your own benefit is to make
it a point to celebrate other people's
successes. Rejoice with them, whether you
know them or not.

Big successes, little successes, the
Universe treats them all the same and so
should you.

This builds a picture of success in your
mind for the things you want.

Plus, it feels good to cheer others on!

Determine to succeed!

"Some succeed because they are destined to. Others succeed because they are determined to." Author Unknown.

A lot of people thought Walt Disney's dream was ludicrous. Many people laughed at his ideas while others told him it's impossible.

Walt Disney had a dream, a strong determination, and a strong belief. He made it happen. If he had listened to all those who told him his dream was impossible, we would not have the Disney resorts and Cartoons we have today.

There are countless situations where individuals were told it was impossible, yet they went on to achieve success.

I believe it all comes down to your outlook:

• if you think it is impossible, then it is; if you think it can be achieved, then what you see is not the impossible, but the end result.
• if you believe in yourself then you will find a way no, matter what obstacles and challenges you face along the way.
• and, if you are determined then, you will find a 90% chance of success.

See you at the top!

Friend of God

Living Backwards

"Often people attempt to live their
lives backwards; they try to have
more things, or more money, in
order to do more of what they want,
so they will be happier. The way it
actually works is the reverse. You
must first be who you really are,
then do what you need to do, in
order to have what you want."
             Margaret Young


Why is it that we have so many
excuses in our lives? I think a big
part of it is that we don't have
enough self-esteem.

We associate our worth with what
we do and have. If we don't think
that measures up, we find an
excuse that puts the problem on
the outside of us.

You know - circumstances, other
people, the economy, the world,
your spouse, the weather.

I think the root of this dysfunction
is described by our quote - we're
living our lives backwards.

We think we must DO, so we can
HAVE, and if we have enough, then
we can BE.

This doesn't lead to authenticity
in any area of our lives. It leads to
shame and covering up the truth
with excuses.

Tell the truth - are you really in love
with you? Can you see and appreciate
your own infinite greatness? Can you
feel that you are perfectly OK just
the way you are?

Just relax into that thought, that your
OK'ness doesn't depend on any
accomplishments or possessions
or status of any kind.

Wow, feels different, doesn't it?

Why not stay there for awhile and
enjoy it. It's the truth, you know.

Now approach what you DO from
the place of being OK already.

You'll be glad you did.

Many blessings

Keep these thoughts with you Everytime!

1. If God had a refrigerator, your picture would be on it.


2. If He had a wallet, your photo would be in it.


3. Whenever you want to talk, He'll listen.


4. He could live anywhere in the universe, and He chose your heart.


5. What about the Christmas gift He sent you in Bethlehem; not to
Mention that Friday at Calvary.


Face it, He really does love you.


God answers Knee-Mail!

Choosly Wisely

"In every single thing you do, you
are choosing a direction. Your life
is a product of choices."
        Dr. Kathleen Hall

Someone was telling me today about
a recent luncheon she had, and how
disappointed she was that the two
other women spent the whole time
complaining about people.

So she won't go with them again.

She was not judging the other
women as being wrong, she was
just being true to her choice not
to be around negative energy.

Our life is a product of our choices,
and one of the most important
choices is who we associate with.

If we associate with generally upbeat
and positive people, our lives will
reflect that.

If we associate with negative people,
we'll wonder why we're always
feeling discouraged and tense.

In my experience, it seems that the
negative people outnumber the
positive ones, so we have to choose
carefully.

We also have to BE positive and
supportive so they will choose us!

If you're in a negative environment
at work, it's better to eat lunch alone
than to subject yourself to an hour of
negative gossip, gloom and doom
just to have company.

What if the negative people are
family? Well, as I've heard Bob
Proctor say, just don't go as often
and don't stay as long. Take
responsibility for your environment.

You'll be glad you did.

Many blessings,

THIS IS SOOOOOOOOOO BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

'My Feet Are Off The Ground' From Tyler Perry: Writer and Actor This morning I awoke and was so frustrated about all of the stuff that I'm dealing with in trying to get this studio open. I was about to open my mouth and start complaining when I remembered something that happened to me about a year ago. I was walking to my car when this woman who appeared to be homeless started walking towards me. I'm ashamed to say this but I thought, 'I don't feel like being hustled today.' Then I got quickly convicted. I felt guilty so I started digging in my pocket for some money. As she got closer I noticed that she had the kindest eyes that I had ever seen. As I was reaching into my pocket she started to speak. I thought, 'Here goes the sales pitch'. She said 'Excuse me sir, I need some shoes. Can you help me?' My eyes filled with water because I remember being out on the streets and having only one pair of run over shoes. I was taken aback for a second. I took her inside the studio and had my wardrobe people find shoes in her size. As she put the shoes on she started crying, praising God and thanking Jesus, and saying, 'My feet are off the ground! My feet are off the ground!' Several of the wardrobe people started crying. I was crying. But I never forgot those words. 'My feet are off the ground!' I thought, 'Wow! All she wanted was some shoes.' She quickly disappeared and never asked me for a dime. I realized that I still had the money in my hand so I went out looking for her. She was gone just that quick so I looked all around the neighborhood for her. I found her standing on a corner looking down at her shoes, still crying. I was so touched. I asked her how she had gotten homeless. She told me that she had AIDS and that she was waiting to get into a shelter.. She said that her family had turned their backs on her and that she had no place to go, but she knew that God would make a way for her. I said to myself, 'He just did.' Her faith and her praise moved me. I took her to a nearby hotel and put her up until she was able to get on her feet. I had someone that worked for me to check on her from time to time and to make sure that she had food and clothes. After about a month or so we lost touch, but I never forgot her. This past summer I was shooting 'Daddy's Little Girls' and this woman walks up to me smiling. I didn't recognize her face, but her eyes were familiar.. She had on a really nice dress and her hair was done. It was her! She told me that the little help that I had given her had changed her life. She was in a house now and doing very well. I said all of that to say this. After I met this woman, every time I think about complaining and mumbling I remember, 'My feet are off the ground!' I wanted to share this with you just to let you know that when I say that I am thankful for you, I mean it. And when I say that you are a blessing to me, I mean it. We take so much for granted sometimes that I just wanted all of you to know that I am grateful to God for you everyday. Thank you for being in my life. ~Tyler Perry "When someone shares something of value with you and you benefit from it, you have a moral obligation to share it with others" Chinese Proverb