JT

“To thine own self be true.” “Live the life you were meant to live.” “Be the person you were meant to be.” These statements convey a wonderful truth—that when we go inside & trust our intuition, life opens before us. When we ignore our inner leanings, however, trouble arises.

Joe had a love of the outdoors; but like his father, he became addicted to his work. Though he built up a successful law practice, Joe felt creatively stifled & inwardly desolate. One day Joe was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. Realizing he had nothing to lose, he decided to pursue his passion & hike the Pacific Crest trail. Six months later, the tumor had disappeared.

Trying to live out somebody else’s life script is like putting a size 10 foot into a size 7 shoe. The size simply does not fit. No matter how hard you force yourself to adjust to your situation, the discomfort continues.

Why not start off with the right fit? Acknowledge your unique gifts & talents, as well as your wants & needs. Then seek out situations & circumstances that will allow them their full expression. This route may take time, but the results are worth it: a life of peace & fulfillment that comes from being true to yourself.



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Affirmations

I am actualizing the highest & best that is within me.

I am true to myself.

Being honest with myself helps me to be honest with others.

I give myself the freedom to discover & pursue my own path.

I march to the beat of my own drum—& create beautiful music.

Your own_________________________________
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Words to Consider:

And this above all, to thine own self be true.
And it must follow as night the day,
thou canst not be false to any man.
Shakespeare


Excerpt from Listening to Your Inner Voice

journeygal

Ahhhh, I'm still trying to find my true passion in life. But I think it's one of those things that has to find me - I'm not sure looking for it will do any good!

msmom

Hello friends,
Haven't been with you in quite a while...I do think of you often.

Does anyone know of a good Spanish translation for the phrase "To thine own self be true"...we are working on this for the CoDA literature, and would like some input.


Muchas gracias!!
msm

historyteach

"The unexamined life is not worth living."
Socrates

JG, I can relate to what your saying...
Thanks for sharing that, JT.

msm; if you don't get any replies, send me a PM. My sister is bilingual; has lived in Bolivia and Chile and has taught in Spanish for @ 25 years now. She says she even dreams in Spanish, now, LOL! Anyway, if needed, I'll get her to translate it for you.
Shalom!

Ann

A Thine posea a uno mismo sea verdad

historyteach

Cool, Ann!!!

"When we cannot find contentment in ourselves, it is useless to seek it elsewhere."
Francois De La Rochefoucauld

Funny how things come up with just a little tweak to the brain...
Shalom!

nocellphone

Here's a great translation website:

http://babelfish.altavista.com/tr

Katchus

One song can spark a moment,
One flower can wake the dream.

One tree can start a forest,
One bird can herald spring.

One smile begins a friendship,
One handclasp lifts a soul.

One star can guide a ship at sea,
One word can frame the goal.

One vote can change a nation,
One sunbeam lights a room.

One candle wipes out darkness,
One laugh can conquer gloom.

One step must start each journey,
One word must start each prayer.

One hope will raise our spirits,
One touch can show you care.

One voice can speak with wisdom,
One heart can know what's true,
One life can make a difference,
You see, it's up to you!

Author Unknown-

I think this person must have been an ACoA. *smile*

The first time I ever read this was when I was nine. This piece of work has remained with me even to this day.

I hope you enjoy it.

Kat-