Day 111 Value of Harmony

Day 111

Value : Harmony

"To understand others is to be in harmony with them."

Contemplation

We expect others to have similar attitudes and beliefs to ourselves.  If another person's behavior or words are very different to what we are used to, we may find it hard to understand them.  We may even develop a negative attitude toward them, and find we are not able to get along well.

Application

I need to recognize that like musical notes, we are all different. Only when I am able to harmonize with other can I create a beautiful tune.  When I work with other people, I learn to understand them.  In the process, I will also learn more about myself and how to use my strengths to support others.

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Day 110 Value of Wisdom

Day 110

Value : Wisdom

"The one who is wise is free from careless or negative talk about others."

Contemplation

When someone tells us something negative about another person, we tend to listen with great interest.  This encourages the other person to continue talking about it.  But such talk is not really useful for anyone and provides no solutions for the problem at hand.

Application

When someone is talking about another person's shortcomings, I need to question why I am listening; is this information of any use to me, or can I do anything about the situation?  If not, I need to remind myself that there is no use in listening to such talk. Instead, I need to make an attempt to look at the positive qualities of the person in question, and think about how I can help everyone focus on these instead.

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Day 109 Value of Happiness

Day 109

Value : Happiness

"Understanding brings happiness."

Contemplation

Often we find ourselves caught up in situations which lead to negativity.  Once we are aware of our negative feelings, we are unable to see things logically, which only leads to more negativity.

Application

To bring about positivity in my life, I need to try to understand why the situation has arisen.  Then I will be able to remain happy under all circumstances.  I will be free from the influence of others' negativity.  Instead I will become a major source of positive influence to those around me.

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Day 108 Value of Listening

Day 108

Value : Listening

"To listen to others frees us from repeating mistakes."

Contemplation

When other people criticize us, we often ignore them or focus on defending ourselves.  We lose the power to listen, and are unable to accept the help that others are trying to give us.  We fail to correct our mistakes and find that the same problems recur frequently.

Application

When people criticize things I say or do, I need to think about whether there is any truth in what they are saying.  Although it might hurt to accept some of the things they tell me, I know they only want the best for me.  Once I am aware of my weaknesses, I can change my behavior and constantly improve, moving toward success.

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Day 107 Value of Sharing

Day 107

Value : Sharing

"To have the spirit of sharing is to be constantly happy."

Contemplation

We often get caught up with our needs and desires.  We become selfish, and focused on material possessions.  The more we have, the more we want.  We do not appreciate what we have, and become disappointed when our expectations are not fulfilled.  We forget the pleasure that comes from sharing with others.

Application

I have so many resources that I can share with others.  The more I become conscious of joy of giving, the more able I am to share both my material possessions and my inner resources.  I will then discover new treasures within myself and be able to use them for the benefit of myself and others.  This brings me constant satisfaction, as well as good wishes from others.

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Day 106 Value of Faith

Day 106

Value : Faith

"Where there is faith there is victory."

Contemplation

When we lack faith in ourselves we are assailed with doubts and questions about the self, others or situations.  This doubt makes us lose our most important resource - our thoughts.  We are not able to think well and make the right decisions.  So victory eludes us and we further develop negative feelings.

Application

When I have faith, I see myself as lucky and thus receive co-operation from others.  I am able to see and appreciate the simple things in life, which gives me the courage to go on.  There is then no worry and I am untroubled by anything that change around me.  My thoughts then remain positive.

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Day 105 Value of Positivity

Day 105

Value : Positivity

"As we think, so is our world."

Contemplation

In spite of our best efforts, if things don't turn out the way we expect them to, there is a tendency to get disheartened.  These negative thoughts this brings about create further negative situations and we find that the quality of life does not improve.

Application

Instead of beginning to change situations that are going wrong, I need to work at the seed of these situations - my thoughts.  I need to keep my thoughts positive in all circumstances.  This will make my actions positive too, and slowly I will find things changing for the better.

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Day 104 Value of Happiness

Day 104

Value : Happiness

"Creativity comes when there is happiness."

Contemplation

When challenging situations head our way, there is a tendency to think in a cyclic way to try and overcome the problem.  That is, the mind thinks of the same things again and again in the search for a sololution.  The longer this goes on, the more difficult it is to find a solution.  There can be no happiness or peace of mind.

Application

Happiness touches the heart and enables creativity to emerge from within.  When I  am happy I am able to enjoy and make the best use of each moment.  Someone who is happy doesn't wait for the right opportunity to be creative, but finds the creative potential in each moment.  When I do something new, unique and different, I also have the satisfaction of having done my best.

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Day 103 Value of Introspection

Day 103

Value : Introspection

"To pay attention to every act is to be a hero."

Contemplation

The role of the hero is something everyone is drawn to.  Everyone wants to be in a position to get people's praise.  When people praise us we feel good - when they don't we become disappointed.  We are often dependent on people's appreciation to feel good about ourselves, and other people's views are not reliable.

Application

I become a hero when I pay attention to everything I do.  I make sure that none of my words or actions are wasted or ordinary, and I strive for perfection in everything I do.  When I pay attention in this way, I will be able to give my best at all times.  I will feel satisfied, knowing that what I do is not as important as how well I do it.

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Day 102 Value of Patience

Day 102

Value : Patience

"Determination combined with patience brings success."

Contemplation

Sometimes we give up a task before we reach the end because we lack the patience to see things through.  We then question why this has happened, and many even start to think of ourselves as a failure.

Application

Every time I begin a new task,  I need to cultivate patience as well as determination.  Patience helps me to wait for the fruit of my effort.  If I am patient I am not in a hurry,  and will not give up, even if it the result of my labor isn't immediately visible.  Then I never experience failure,  only a constant journey toward success.

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Day 101 Value of Freedom

Day 101

Value : Freedom

"The one whose mind is free is the one who can bring benefit to other."

Contemplation

We often feel that we do not have enough time for the "self". But the more we think only about ourselves, the less time we have for anyone else. Days pass by without us being able to bring any benefit to others, or to ourselves.

Application

Instead of thinking about myself all the time, I need to realize that helping others naturally helps me as well.  To do this I first need to break free from the chains I have created in my own mind.  Once I am free, I will be able to progress and bring benefit to all around me.

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Day 100 Value of Lightness

Day 100

Value : Lightness

"To consider problems to be a game is to move forward with lightness."

Contemplation

People consider challenging situations to be problems we need to be rid of.  We often avoid the situation or the people involved and we wish that everything would change.  After the challenge has passed, we tend to feel drained.

Application

If I understand that problems are just a game, I will be able to play whatever part I have to.   Then even when the most difficult problem comes my way, I can give my best because I understand the significance of what is happening.  I feel light and remain happy.  Because I never allow the problem to take control of me, I am able to master it.

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Day 99 Value of Love

Day 99

Value of Love

"Words filled with good wishes bring change in others."

Contemplation

When we correct people, we often find that our words have little effect.  We are so caught up with our own expectations that we fail to understand the other person.  Then we don't get what we want, and the relationship can become strained.

Application

When I combine good wishes with the words I speak, love emerges.  Whatever is spoken with love is free from selfishness and negativity and has a powerful effect on others.  Only words spoken out of love can bring about a change in others - and in myself.

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Day 98 Value of Fulfilling promises

Day 98

Value : Fulfilling Promises

"To make my promise practical brings benefit at each step." 

Contemplation

We often make promises to ourselves and others.  Although we are sincere at the time, the promise never actually gets fulfilled.  The promise is wasted when we do not translate intentions into action.

Application

When I make a promise to bring about a change in myself I need to act immediately, making a practical plan that will help me turn the promise into reality.  I also need to make sure I understand why fulfilling that promise is important for me.  I need to keep reminding myself of what I have committed to do until I accomplish it.

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Day 97 Value of Self-Control

Day 97

Value : Self-Control

"Real control means having control over the self."

Contemplation

When we talk about control, we usually think about controlling others or situations.  We rarely consider self-control - it sounds too difficult and painful. So it becomes tricky to change or adapt our thoughts, words and behavior and difficult to interest ourselves in self-control.

Application

To have control over myself means being a master.  My thoughts, words and behavior need to be ruled by my orders.  This is real self-control.  To do this, I need to practice being a master and not to become a slave to anything.  The more I practice the consciousness of being a master, the more everything that is mine will naturally obey my orders.

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Day 96 Value of Positivity

Day 96 

Value : Positivity

"The power of stability can transform any situation."

Contemplation

Our first reaction to a difficult situation is often negative.  There is a tendency to be carried away in strom of negative thoughts.  Such thoughts are of no use and lead us further from the solution.

Application

Thinking one postive thought everyday helps me to maintain stability.  Constant practice will help me remain stable even in the most difficult circumstances.  It enables me to prepare for any situation that comes my way, and equips me with the vigilance and tools I need to overcome difficulties.

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Day 95 Value of Enthusiasm

Day 95 

Value : Enthusiasm

"Being constantly enthusiastic helps others progress."

Contemplation

Problems can make us feel weighed down with negative thoughts.  Heaviness of mind prevents us from moving forward with enthusiasm and then we find it difficult to help others progress.

Application

Whatever the circumstances I am faced with, I need to make special efforts to maintain enthusiasm.  Enthusiasm gives me courage, which helps me use my unique talents to benefit others.  I will then begin to discover new resources within me, which can be used for everyone's benefit.

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Day 94 Value of Communication

Day 93

Value : Communication

"Lightness comes when words are accurate."

Contemplation

Sometimes it can be difficult to let others know how we feel.  We use lots of words but often find we haven't actually said much, or the other person hasn't understood our message.  Then there is a tendency to use more words, which can make the situation worse, sometimes hurting others' feelings.

Application

If will try to use words accurately, then nothing more needs to be said.  A few well-chosen words are sweet to hear, and do not hurt other.  When my words are to the point, I feel light and free.

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Day 93 Value of Determination

Day 93

Value : Determination

"Success is achieved through determined effort."

Contemplation

We tend to associate success with what we get, rather than how much effort we put in.  So sometimes when things don't turn out the way we expected, we tend to think negatively because we feel unsuccessful.  This discourages us from trying again.

Application

When I am determined to succeed, I will do my best.  When others see how hard I'm working, they will help me and do whatever they can to help me achieve my goals.  When I am determined to succeed, I develop and progress, even if the result is not what was expected.

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Day 92 Value of Understanding

Day 92

Value : Understanding

"Working on building relationships brings understanding."

Contemplation

It's easy to speak negatively when we do not like something about someone.  We often react without thinking, and become angry.  Our words and behavior become negative or insulting.  This further widens the gap and damages the relationship.

Application

When someone does something undesirable, I first need to try and understand the behavior.  Every person has a reason to behave the way he or she does.  If I can't understand it at the time,  I need to think about what might have made them act in that way.  The more I react to the other person and the bad behavior, the grater the distance between us.  To mend the relationship, I need to remind myself of the other person's good qualities.

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