Well, we have made it into a New Year. Because it is a new year, it doesn't mean we will not have challenges. We will. The good thing is, we don't know what challenges. The bad thing is, we don't know what challenges. What we do know, is that there will be some. So, how do we deal with them?
The only thing we can control is how we react to them. We can react in a negative way or a positive way. Why not try the positive way. It may not be easy to do, but in the long run it will pay off.
For example, today picture yourself as the happiest person that you know, and watch what happens. Your enthusiasm is contagious, it will bring out the best in those you interact with and they will in turn behave in a more positive and loving way. Your day and theirs will be blessed.
Here are a few steps to take in the New Year for a Blessed Day (regardless of the circumstances).
1. Today I will not strike back
If someone is rude, impatient, or unkind, I will not respond in like manner
2. Today I will be careful with what I say
I will carefully choose and guard my words, and will not spread gossip
3. Today I will go the extra mile
I will find ways to help share the burden of another person, and make life more pleasant
4. Today I will forgive
I will forgive any hurt or injuries that come my way, or have been inflicted on me in the past
5.Today I will treat others the way I want to be treated
I will practice the Golden Rule
6. Today I will raise the spirit of someone who is discouraged
My smile, my words of enciuragement, my support, can make a difference
7. Today I will grow spiritually
I will spend more time in prayer and in reading something inspirational
I will find a quiet place and listen to God's voice
8. Today I will nurture my body
I will eat less. I will eat only healthy foods, and I will thank God for my body
9. Today I will ask God to bless "My enemies"
If anyone treats me harshly or unfairly, I will quietly ask God to bless that individual.
The "enemy" can be a family member, neighbor, co-worker or a stranger
(I think we all struggle with this one, but if we do it, it will lift a burden off our spirit)
10. Today I will do something nice for someone, but do it in secret
Bless the life of another person, and it will make you feel good about yourself
Let 2026 fill your cup with Kindness, Peace, Happiness, Strength, Joy, Gratitude, Hope and Love
