SPIRITUAL PROGRESSION

Develop an earnest desire to leave behind the things that keep you locked into negative thought patterns and fear-based actions. You have within yourself the ability to make these changes. Begin by observing and paying attention to the things you think, say and do.

Take time daily to reflect on your activities. Be filled with gratitude for those things that are flowing smoothly. Do not punish yourself with feelings of shame or guilt for choices you have made that were less than kind.

Start each day anew, firmly stating your intentions for the day. Yet, do not become attached to outcomes, because better things may be aligning themselves for you. Move forward with grace, paying attention to every word you utter, every thought, every action and reaction. At first, this may seem tedious, but as you change the behaviors that are distasteful to you, there will be much less need for monitoring as you become the person you choose to be.

Write down the things you wish to change and review them often. Phrase them in positive statements such as, “I eat foods that are healthy.” Rather than, “I can’t eat candy bars anymore.” The latter keeps your attention focused on what you do not want while the former keeps you focused on what you do want. The difference may seem subtle, but to the subconscious mind, the reality lies where the focus is placed.

“And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” ~ Matthew 6:13