The greatest gift of all

The greatest gift we can give ourselves is the awareness that we create our own reality. We have the choice of how we approach each day. We may not think that we have any control of the circumstances around us, but we can always control our attitude. When we hear about today's economy and how bad things are, I wonder about the two local people I have just heard about, one of which just made $40 million and the other who just made $100 million from investments. Obviously they are both open to the reality of having large amounts of money enter their lives. The same can hold true for relationships, health, and careers. I am learning to begin each day by setting an intention for what I wish to attract that day. I think positively about it and watch as it shows up in my life. I remind myself that it is this or something better. I especially enjoy when the "something better" appears. I am also learning to ask for what I desire. This comes from a stance of being specific with what I desire much like what occurs when I order a meal at a restaurant. I have also decided that, rather than identifying resolutions for the new year, I will set intentions. I much prefer starting the day with positive thoughts about how I will create my day ahead. As my understanding of how the process works becomes clearer to me, the more will I see my desires manifesting. These desires are both of a physical and spiritual nature and both are responded to equally. What gift do you plan to give yourself today?