“Complaint is a door that closes opportunity.”

Do you ever notice those people who tend to complain about everything, also tend to have lots of problems in their life? I suggest that their “problems” are a product of their complaints; not the other way around.

Although I’m sometimes tempted to complain about things, I recognize that any form of judgment, criticism or complaint serves only to block what is possible. I prefer to stand back and observe; letting things happen.

I’m a proponent of affirmations. They help me stay focused on a positive and forward-thinking mindset. One of my more recent affirmations is – “I tell myself the truth in all areas of my life.”

Affirmations can “affirm” present truths, or things to which we aspire. The irony in this affirmation is that it’s not always “true.”  In this case I accept progress, and shoot for perfection.

Why is this affirmation important? We all have a tendency to lie to ourselves – often. One of the ways we use lies is to convince ourselves to settle for less than what is possible. We sell ourselves short – physically, spiritually, emotionally and intellectually. That’s not ok with me, so I search myself daily for areas where I can improve. 

What are you lying to yourself about? Are you settling for less than what you know is possible?  If so, just quit lying!