Thoughts to Ponder

First, a sunflower photo that I took.  I love the cheery feeling I get in looking at it!

I read an article several months ago and I came across this list.  I was truly touched by what it said and I've tried to follow the advice it gave.  Has it helped?  Yes.  Is it as easy to do as it seemed to be? Yes.  And no. 

See what you think.  This is no way an endorsement for anything!  I don't know who this guy is, whether he has written a book or what. I just thought these were something to think about and try to implement into my life.

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

1. Be impeccable with your word:  Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love.

2.  Don't take anything personally:  Nothing others do is because of you.  What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream.  When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won't be the victim of needless suffering.

3. Don't make assumptions:  Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness, and drama.  With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life.

4.  Always do your best:  Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are healthy as opposed to sick.  Under any circumstances, simply do your best, and you will avoid self judgement, self abuse and regret.