Morning Coffee March 12

 
Increase Your Self-Respect
by Jane Powell
“Assertiveness is a matter of self-respect.”
When you trust your assertiveness, you have the ability to express yourself and the ability to communicate your feelings, wants and needs. You are less dependent on others and more in control of your own life.
When you assert yourself, you make your own choices. You make room for your confidence to explode. Practice confident assertion by saying, “Yes” to the things you want to do and, “No” to the things you don’t.
Don’t be afraid or feel guilty for asserting yourself. You have nothing to lose. You will only become stronger and more self-sufficient and in turn your self-respect and self-worth will shine!
 
Just remember,do not judge whats on the outside

Sometimes people are quick
to judge others,
when what you see
isn't really all there.
People have different moods
different personalities
different desires,
so what you're really seeing
is only a mask,
of what others want you to see.
On the inside,
we all have the same desires,
a kind smile,
a warm heart,
a tender soul,
all wanting to be reached
on the inside.
We're all not perfect,
only human,
we'll have ups and downs
like a merry-go-round,
we'll make many mistakes.
But just remember,
the next time you see a person,
do not judge whats on
the outside,
we could be having a bad day.
Try and see on the inside,
and you will see,
the kind smile,
the warm heart,
the tender soul,
reaching out....
 Thanks Marcella

Bring your life to life
 
You don’t need anyone’s permission to live an outstanding life filled with exactly the kinds of experiences you want to have. You don’t need to wish for, hope for, or beg and plead for a lucky break.
 
You just have to step forward and do it. Take your destiny in your own hands and make life happen the way you want it to happen.
 
You absolutely know, somewhere within, what you can do with this day to give and to express the unique greatness that is who you are. Be open and honest with yourself and dare to find that special something that makes you feel more alive than ever.
 
Whatever your age or occupation or financial situation or physical condition, this moment right now is your opportunity for true fulfillment. Feel how superb it feels to simply be you, and feel your special greatness rising to the surface.
 
You’ve put your whole life into getting where you are, so do something with this day that’s worthy of all that work. Bring your life to life, and do what honestly feels right, right now.
 
Leave your fear behind, and let your positive passion push you forward. There is always so very much for you to live.
 
Ralph Marston