Each day I have to remind myself that I am beautiful both inside and out. To a lot of people this is an easy task but to a lot of us, it isn’t. My past has been plagued with negativity. While I come from a loving family, they love different. They love without filter and what they don’t realize is when you are a child, that sting can stay with you throughout your childhood and into your adulthood. I tried very hard to raise my kids differently but I will admit, I am definitely ashamed of some of the things I have said to them. As they are now prospering adults, I always tell them how unique and wonderful they are. I congratulate them on everything, no matter how big or small. I remind them everyday that they are special and I love them for who they are. I have also made it a point to apologize for my hurtful words. I’m very close to my children and I would never want anything to change that.

“Kind words cost nothing.” We all need to practice saying something kind each day. It should come natural but unfortunately it doesn’t. I like to write positive affirmations so I can remind myself how special I am. I’m not perfect but I don’t have to be in order to be special. The one thing I am definitely going to do is keep a daily journal of positive affirmations. My goal is to write down at least three each day without even thinking about it. In order to feel better, you have to do better. No one can make you feel bad about yourself. I have learned that as long as I can look in the mirror and I’m pleasing to myself and to God, it really doesn’t matter what others think. Here are my three affirmations for today.

I am fabulous
I am kind
I am happy