Daily Meditation: Thursday, January 29, 2009

You will never progress unless you stop to review your life …

01/29/2009

You will never progress unless you stop to review your life from time to time and go back over what you have done and said, so you can become aware of your blunders and your mistakes. Of course, you won’t be very happy about the observations you are forced to make; you will be sad, maybe even ashamed, but that’s fine, that’s how you will improve. But in order for this discontent not to become a destructive obsession, you will have to restore balance. How? By feeling good about others. This inner attitude will prevent you from falling into negative states, which could lead to discouragement or even despair. Focus on what is beautiful and good in everyone, particularly in those who have contributed, through their genius and virtues, to the evolution of humanity. Take them as models, and then, while you are noticing your weaknesses and inadequacies, at the same time you will be projecting yourself forward into the future. You will see yourself possessing those qualities you appreciate so much in others, and you will never lose courage.