LifeVestInside

“You’ll never find peace of mind until you listen to your heart.”

Share something positive that has happened in your life over the past week with a friend or family member. Here’s the fun part, ask the person you share with to share as well. Celebrate the happy moments.

Today I am at peace with myself. I may not be who I want to be just yet, but I acknowledge the progress I’ve made.

“True happiness is… to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future.”

Enjoy dinner tonight with family or friends completely tech-free. Put your phone aside and open yourself up to some good old human connection.

Today I am present in every moment. I make the most of each experience that comes my way.

“A mind is like a parachute. It doesn’t work if it is not open.”

Perform a surprise act of kindness for a neighbor. Drop off a bouquet of flowers, bake some cookies, shovel their walkway, or simply roll out their garbage can on garbage day.

Today I am open-minded. I see opportunity around every corner.

“I don’t think quantity time is as special as quality time with your family.”

Make someone feel extra special; a heartfelt compliment, a thoughtful letter, spending some quality time together. Be a someone for someone.

Today I see my value and therefore see the value in others.

“Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.”

Make an introduction. Whether it be introducing two people you think can hit it off, be great friends or work together. What a great way to show someone you have their interest at heart.

Today I connect, with myself, with those around me, with nature. Everything and everyone in my life serves a purpose for the greater good.

“Give back in some way. Always be thoughtful to others.”

Offer to run an errand for someone; give them a lift, drop off medicine they need or pick up some groceries.

Today I am thoughtful. I think of ways I can lend a hand to those in my life.

“That best portion of a man’s life, his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.”

Give a treat (a sweet dessert, cup of coffee, fruit) to a security guard or crossing guard you encounter on your way to work or school.

Today I contribute to the happiness of others by letting them know, in action, that they matter.

“Kindness begins with the understanding that we all struggle.”

Mindfully do a favor for a sibling or close relative. We oftentimes lose sight of the fact that kindness begins at home.

Today I am grateful for the people in my life I can often take for granted.

“I’ve been searching for ways to heal myself, and I’ve found that kindness is the best way.”

Pay a visit to a local old age home with a few friends or family members. Drop off some treats, serenade them with a song, play a game of bingo or just swap some good old stories.

Today I am thoughtful. I treat others the way I would like to be treated.

“Choosing kindness is just as easy as smiling.”

Be authentic in words, deeds, and actions as you engage with others today. The best person to strive to be is ourselves but it’s oftentimes the hardest person to be. Talk from your heart without constantly trying to impress others, when engaging in an act of kindness do it with a smile and your best intentions.

Today I am authentic and sincere with myself and with others. I’m proud of who I am and feel secure to show my true colors.

“You can accomplish by kindness what you cannot by force.”

Listen. Fight your urge to preemptively interrupt someone who comes to you for advice. Sometimes offering a person a platform to speak is the greatest form of advice you can give them.

Today I am a sounding board. I am mindful of truly hearing others.

“It really is a blessing when two people who are so full of dignity and kindness and really live to make the world a better place get together.”

Call a mom you know and offer to babysit, free of charge. Moms need all the loving support they can get.

Today I am reflective. I see myself in others.

“Just imagine how different the world could be if we all spoke to everyone with respect and kindness.”

Promote someone else’s ideas. Whenever possible, champion others and you yourself will become an automatic champion.

Today I am empowered and in turn empower all those I meet to be the best they can be.

“Kindness, I’ve discovered, is everything in life.”

Leave a bouquet of roses or some other exciting surprise outside a loved one’s doorstep. Don’t forget the note, it’s oftentimes the most valuable part of the entire gift.

Today I seek out ways to not simply do kindness but to live it.

“It takes a long time to grow an old friend.”

Take the initiative and organize a fun night for you and a couple of friends. Whether it be spending time at a movie, cooking a meal together, or heading out for a night of karaoke. The more we put into our friendships, the more valuable they become.

Today I see the value in those who choose to be a part of my life.

“Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”

Snap a photo for a couple and be the one that captures a memory for them.

I am valuable and will honor my worth through all my decisions.