Choosing What's Right

I find many days we are each faced with hard decisions. I was recently faced with something, where I had to choose what was right over what was convenient. It would have accommodated my needs to be devious and deceitful. I chose to be better than that. It is in having an enormous amount of knowledge that I chose to be responsible and honest.

They say honest people finish last, but to who much is given much is required. When you are in possession of something special, it is for you to use those things in a responsible manner. I could just as easily play games and play with someone's emotions, but what will that accomplish? Karma is real. I better understand why there are so many women that face domestic violence.

I am a woman and I do not believe in hitting a woman. I also think it is for us as women to grow up and act responsibly. Some men have probably had domestic violence issues, but we also must accept responsibility for our part in this as well. You do not play with a person's emotions, just because you can. I am probably one of the most fair people I know.

I will not say that life is easy or that doing whats right is easy, but it is in acting honestly that you grow. Many of us go through things that make life uncomfortable. I can recall many days I would sit and ponder ways to make life easier, by doing wrong to others. This is how I can rightly judge situations, because I have been that person too.

Something within us must change, for us to strive to be, do and have better in life. Always weigh your options. Taking to higher road might not be easier, but I guarantee karma will not bite you on the ass as hard.

In the meantime, get your mind right!

Always being aware of your environment

You should always be aware of your environment. It can not only be harmful to you mentally but spiritually, if you are unaware. At any given time you must shield your thoughts from environmental factors. Put on your Armor. It is in having been in unpleasant places that gave me more insight on how the mind truly works. We are supposed to live in the present, however we also must be aware at all times. You could become acclimated to any given surrounding, if you don't remain focused. It takes training of mind.

I suppose one could say years of being in dysfunction gave me a significant amount of insight on this very subject. It is having removed myself from the familiar that I came to truly understand self. I guess when you change those that you associate yourself with, that are not moving in a positive direction, you come to realize how they can affect your mind. Monkey mind is the not knowing how the mind works. I love my family, but monkey mind is money mind. Not good for my mindset at all.

Your normal pattern of thinking tends to change as you grow an cultivate your abilities. You grow each day if you focus on something that increases your knowledge. You can take even the smallest thing and learn something. Even if its the way someone continues to display sexually aggressive behavior. Take for instance being in a women's shelter. Many of the women have been incarcerated and have been subjected to rape or trauma. They project this same behavior off on others. They believe in their own minds, that forcing things upon someone else, is the way to get ahead. This would in fact be wrong. 

I have also encountered those that study the wrong religious doctrine. They believe projecting negative energy off on others will get them what they want. Energy is like a reflective mirror. The energy you put out, will be returned unto you. You reap what you sow. Project positive energy and it shall be returned. Not saying my doctrine is the right one, but it is right for me. It also allows for you to cultivate a positive character. Your character is what dictates the future you will have. Good intentions are everything with regard to life. Always remember that!

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The Power of The Mind

The Power of the Mind

The mind is a Powerful tool which can be used to create. It can give you pain or pleasure. You must be mindful and aware of the people you are surrounded by. You have tendency, to take on the thoughts of those you are in the presence of. What I mean by this is, you are influenced by the intentions of others, if you are not constantly Focused on how you want your day to go and the things you want in your future.

I read many different things. I read my bible and inspirational books. I have found that the Law of Attraction has much truth, however you must carefully study the components, in order for it to be successful. You must also know exactly, what you want. It’s easy to become distracted by others, if you are attentive to their conversation.

I have started to carefully pay attention to my thoughts when I am alone and when I am in different environments. I observed my thoughts in many places and see clearly that one must observe the level of intelligence, character and intentions of others. I once found this to be strange, however I am a Pastor and did ask to receive, wisdom, knowledge and understanding. One must be careful of what they ask for. You just might get it.

I noticed when I am around artistic people, I flourish artistically. I am a very creative person and have a love for poetry. I am also aware, that when I am around those who have a love for politics, I seem to gravitate more towards being an outspoken mouthpiece for justice. Either way, you must learn to push out the senseless nothings of others and follow your own heart. I imagine many have experienced this same thing and perhaps have mastered this task.

There is a scripture, “As A Man Thinks so is he”, there are also numerous sayings and books on this very subject, that give light to the power of the mind. Many things we hear, we tend to think are untrue or foolish, however I have found that this way of thinking is only because of the things we were taught earlier in life. I have experienced many profound things, that could sound unbelievable, to the Average Mind.

It is during times of uncertainty and positive thoughts, that the laws of attraction seem to work best. It is by Faith that these Laws are made manifest. You have to believe in something unseen, to become that which you desire. I imagine no one wants to think they are less than they are, however you must believe with all your heart that you can achieve that which makes your heart melt.

I have found that during times of immense Joy, I have had many miraculous things to happen.

 You definitely have to change the way you see life.

Selfish or Selfless

Butterflies

I see a silhouette of you
Walking through my mind
Everywhere I turn
You give me butterflies

Try to think of other things
No matter what I do
The day seems to bring me
Right there back to you

Frequently I travel
While you're no where in sight
My senses always tell me
Engage in fight or flight

You opened up my mind
Now I know you're real
The butterfly effect
Let's me know just how to feel

Isiah

He changed my life ride or die
True friends in life are hard to find
Since day one kept it real and true
Let no one else take what lives in you
Always encouraging to be my best
Trials and tribulations ultimate tests
Notwithstanding arguments
That's how life is
My best friend
No matter where I live
Respect his feelings
He respects mine
True friends in life are hard to find
No matter where I go
There he will always be
My dog till the end
That's a promise I can keep