My best self
I wish for all of us more calm, peace, and kindness toward others and ourselves. This includes having goodwill toward people from every walk of life; those with different backgrounds, beliefs, mindsets, and lifestyles.
If you’re thinking this is a lofty wish, it is. Maybe it’s not likely to ever fully happen, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try. Every grand achievement was once considered unlikely, even impossible. I’m of the mind to say to heck with it and take action to make my wish a reality.
To fulfill this wish, I’ll begin with a daily practice of asking myself, “Am I being my best with my family and friends today? Am I thinking the best of them and giving my best in return?”
I’ll have to be honest with myself each day because if I realize I’ve fallen short, whether in thought or deed, I’ll want to correct it, apologize, or make amends immediately so I can say I honored my wish for that day.
Day by day, my practice can expand beyond friends and family to people I may or may not know, but who are all worthy of the best version of me.
Youtropolis is the perfect place to practice making my wish come true. I can assist my tribe and alliances with their needs and hopes, and lend support with obstacles they may be facing. I can think of no better place I’d rather be, helping others and feeling good about what I’ve contributed by the end of the day.
Let’s face it, we’re all in this together. I believe when we offer our best selves, trust in our power to manifest good, and put that good to work with everyone we encounter, this wish will be fulfilled on a grand scale.
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Homeless Valley
Thank you for this reminder. I don't think your wish is lofty. I think it's practical because being good to others brings goodness back to you. I once volunteered to work for no pay because I just wanted to be a part of that company. They ended up liking me and the work I did and hired me. It's too easy nowadays to feel shunned or angry or both, but your reminder puts my mind at ease because I know I can do better and will feel better mentally by adding my own good to those around me instead of spilling my upset onto others. Thank you again.🧡
Slipstream
I was able to help someone today in an unusual way. The woman was so grateful, and it filled me with joy--a win-win.
Evangel
I love your wish. There's so much good in your intention.
Honestly, I don't believe we're a civilized society any longer. We are far from it, and our leaders are unwilling to see the problem, let along tackle it somehow or model more honorable behaviors themselves.
It's really up to each and every one of us to figure out this problem and find solutions amongst ourselves. If we all accept that we can and should help each other through this crisis, we might go a long way to solve the problem.
We can begin by showing a lot more kindness toward those we don't understand. Our positive actions will reflect a more uplifting tone in the world—one that others can believe in and emulate in their own affairs.
Slipstream
Thank you 🌞
Well Street
When I think of our unique journeys in being our best selves, I'm reminded of the road toward living a healthier, fitter life—some days will be better than others, and some days the thought patterns and beliefs of our past selves will feel more comfortable.
We can take comfort, however, in accepting that it's about progress, not perfection.
Lofty or not, your wish is both worthwhile and godly.
Slipstream
If we try our best, we can do great things. Thanks for your support.
Wilsons Grave
Wishes are prayers, aren't they? Sounds like god's already put all the goodness and wisdom inside you to fulfill your wish every day. I wish more folks were hellbent on walking their talk like you are.
Slipstream
When I help others or offer a kind word, I feel uplifted and carry that feeling throughout the day. It's a beautiful thing.
Present Valley
Years ago in some college class a required reading was Scott Peck's book, A Road Less Traveled. Maybe some of you have also read that. The first three words in this book are "Life is difficult." I agree...it is.
Keeping that in mind, and that we are all connected, I think your wish is very relevant. We all have our hearts broken at some point, we all experience loss in our lives, so why not remember that and daily offer to ourselves and others kindness, goodwill, calm and peace. Then watch what changes in our lives.
Thank you for sharing your compassionate wish which does not at all seem lofty to me. We live in a time where we don't always see this behavior modeled so it becomes easy to see it as lofty.
I relish those moments when I do see it demonstrated and acknowledge the giver of it when I can. I will be taking an inventory daily to see how I'm doing. There is always room for improvement.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful wish.
Slipstream
When we share goodness, it can work miracles. Thanks for your encouragement.