Positivity Power

The warmth and sunshine of spring makes the whole world burst forth with joy! Tulips pop up. Trees bud. Nature begins to flourish. Birds, Easter choirs...and hearts...sing. Is your heart singing? 

 

Lessons from LeAnn

If your heart is not filled with light and joy it may be that it is dimmed with the shadows of resentment, disappointment, or anger. During this happy--and for some, holy--season, it's a good time to look into our hearts and souls to see what keeps us from bursting with joy. Often, we discover the need to forgive.

 

First--ourselves. Remember, past mistakes were based on who we were and what we knew then. It has nothing to do with who we choose to be today. So starting today, we must forgive ourselves. And starting today, we forgive someone else, no matter how horrific the offense, and I know some are horrific. But I've learned that when we don't forgive someone, it doesn't hurt them, it only hurts us. Why would we give someone who has hurt us so deeply the power to continue to hurt us, giving us sleepless nights, upset stomachs, and headaches? We must forgive them. We deserve it.

 

Science shows that people who forgive others enjoy better mental and physical health. They have significantly lower levels of blood pressure, anxiety and depression, higher self-esteem and fewer illnesses.

 

So starting today, forgive yourself and someone else. And let your heart sing!

Sip du Jour 

A Healthy Quote:

"To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you."

Lewis Benedictus Smedes 

Renowned Christian author, ethicist, and theologian 

Balancing Life

To learn steps toward forgiveness and other life balance tools, get a signed copy of LeAnn's book:  Balancing Life in Your "War Zones;" a Guide to Physical, Mental and Spiritual Health.

 

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