Sunday, August 24, 2008

Have You Predetermined Your Destiny?

You really are what you think

I met this lady last week who had just found out she had lung cancer the day before. She said she knew she would always get it because her father had it. Her family had been asking her to go to the doctor for awhile because they were concerned about her, she would lose her voice for days at a time. She finally went and the doctors gave her the confirmation it seemed like she had been waiting for. The day after (which was the day I met her) she was already talking about her own funeral arrangements. She had it all together as if she had been thinking about it a few months or so before her diagnosis. She knew what she wanted to wear, the songs she wanted to be played, the church, matter fact her next destination was the funeral home.

Even after being told she only had a couple months left to live, had she given up on life?
It seemed like she was okay with everything. I understand at some point she would have to face reality however facing reality doesn't mean she shouldn't think she wouldn't stand a chance at recovering or at least extending the time given. Of everything to do, why give up on life?

This made me wonder if we all have thoughts that have somewhat predetermined part of our destiny. It can be simple thoughts that include a job or starting a business, a fulfilling relationship with someone, the house of your dreams, achieving financial freedom, or even an illness because "its in the family". Once we really realize everything begins with thoughts, will we begin to think differently to change the direction of our lives?

We can all begin to make small changes in how we think by changing what we believe, and of course the company we keep. Our environment, the people that we surround ourselves with have a lot to do with how we think, and the direction of our life. Remember a new year can begin everyday. Start today making small changes in the way you think. Replace every negative thought with three or more positive thoughts.

My challenge to all who read this would be to try this for a week and email me the good news. I would love to hear it. www.freshholmes@yahoo.com