“Trust yourself. You know what you want and need.”—Brook Noel

Good morning! It isn’t that uncommon anymore for people to have problems trusting one another. As we move through childhood and our hectic lives, many of us have had our trust betrayed one too many times. While the fact that many of us have a hard time trusting is sad, it becomes even sadder when we stop trusting ourselves. When life experiences sway us to stop listening to that inner voice that knows where we need to go, we step past the betrayals others have done to us and betray ourselves instead.

Your Turn:

When was the last time you listened to what you had to say? Find some quiet time to do so today. If the idea makes you uncomfortable, it is all the more important that you do it. Start with just a few minutes and try to work up to ten. Don’t worry about what you are focusing on or thinking about, just concentrate on listening. Excluding God, no one knows you better— your wants, your needs—than you do. Give yourself the space needed for your heart to tell your mind the answers during life’s tough moments.

Today’s Affirmation:

I listen to myself. I respect myself. I trust myself.