THE DAILY SPARK

DISAPPOINT… APPEASE

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It is better to disappoint people with the truth than to appease them with a lie.

Quote by Simon Sinek

REFLECTION:

  • Do you appease people… not willing to speak your truth for fear of consequences?
  • Is there someone you need to speak “truth” to?
  • Examine your motives when sharing info that may not be received well.  Will you tell the truth?

WHO YOU BE…

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Criticizing others makes some people feel momentarily empowered.  Do not let the false criticisms of others affect your peace.  Individuals who envy you often insult your integrity to make you feel defensive.  Defensiveness makes you say things you do not mean, perform actions you did not intend.  No matter what motivation for their misguided attitude, if they shift you from your axis of peace, they will have achieved their shortsighted goal – control over your emotions. 

ABOUT PEACE  108 Ways To Be At Peace When Things Are Out Of Control by Scott Shaw

REFLECTION:

  • Because we are human, criticism can affect our peace.  When this happens, do you get defensive?
  • How can you remain or at least recenter yourself to stay in/regain your axis of peace?
  • What are some tools that will help you be who you want to be?  Meditate, journal, talk a walk, other actions?

SMALL STEPS

Never underestimate the power of consistent small steps towards your goals.  They are the foundation for real transformation and sustainable change.

Adapted from quote by Russell Brunson

REFLECTION:

  • Do you have a goal or something you want to change?
  • Have you taken small, consistent steps to reach your goal or desired change?
  • What are those steps?  
  • Is there something you want to do… something about you you want to change?  What is it?  Small steps are the path to transformation and change. 
  • What small step will you commit to doing ?