May 18

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
I am getting to be who I want to be. My own self was buried for so long I did not know who or what I was. The program has taught me honesty, which has enabled me to start knowing the real me. I no longer have the desperate need for approval from others. My own approval of me is more important. I am gaining a firm sense of self and a good feeling of confidence. I like the real me as I am. That does not mean I can't be better. It just means I can be satisfied with who I am right now, as long as I keep trying for improvement.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
Thank You, God, for helping me to learn that self satisfaction is not the same as false pride.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Today I am terrific!

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December 22

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
I am not always kind to people I meet. Some days I have to consciously work at being agreeable. I am not necessarily unkind, I just do not make that special effort to react positively. Those are the days when I am not particularly satisfied with myself. I am ordinarily a friendly, outgoing person. When I back away from someone I meet, it is me backing away from me. Then I realize it is time to act "as if" everything is okay - with me and with other people.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
Remind me when I am being unfriendly I may be missing an opportunity to meet to best friend I could every have.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Life is a series of meetings; give them a chance to be meaningful.

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November 22

REFLECTION FOR TODAY
Sometimes when I live my life in the way necessary for me to maintain my wellness, I meet with other people's disapproval. At the time it is necessary for me to find out if I am harming anyone. If not, I can quietly go about my business and continue to grow - without their approval. I know it is natural for me to want approval from my loved ones, but I must remember it is unhealthy for me to need and rely on approval like an addiction.

MEDITATION FOR TODAY
May I have the courage to continue to grow - independently of others' opinions.

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
When I need others' approval before I can approve of myself, it is a reflection of my low self-esteem.

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