THE DAILY SPARK

SELF-OBSERVATION WITHOUT JUDGMENTRelease the harsh and pointed innervoice. it’s just a throwback to the past,and holds no truth about this moment.Let go of self-judgment, the old,learned ways of beating yourself upfor each imagined inadequacy.Allow the dialogue within the mindto grow friendlier, and quiet. Shiftout of inner criticism and lifesuddenly looks very different.i can say this only because I makethe choice a hundred times a day to release the voice that refuses toacknowledge the real me.What’s needed here isn’t more prodding toward perfection, butintimacy – seeing clearly, andembracing what I see.Love, not judgment, sows theseeds of tranquility and change. Poem by Danna FauldsREFLECTION:I believe many of us (especially me) have a harsh inner critic.Do you prod yourself toward perfection and allow that inner critic to be the only voice you hear?What if you could shift to a quieter more friendly voice?  How would that change you and your way of being in the world?Today, allow LOVE ... non judgment( silence the inner critic)  to sow the seeds of change and peace.

Child Jesus, Washington National Cathedral Don't get caught up in the wrapping paper and forget that the gift of the Christmas season is simply love. Quote by Toni Sorenson REFLECTION:Enjoy this day with your loved ones!Show love and kindness today.  Wishing you and yours a wonderful Holiday.

It's true, Christmas can feel like a lot of work, particularly for mothers. But when you look back on all the Christmases in your life, you'll find you've created family traditions and lasting memories. Those memories, good and bad, are really what help to keep a family together over the long haul.Quote by Caroline Kennedy REFLECTION:What traditions did you have growing up?  Do you continue any of them?Have you created new traditions?As we prepare for this holiday, is there a tradition you want to recreate or a new one you'd like to start? Go for it!ENJOY this special time.