Climbing the Musical Scale

DO - Do not worry over things that may never happen, and even if they happen, worry will not help. Do count your blessings before you count cares.

RE - Radiate good will and a spirit of benevolence. Like laughter, it makes yourself, as well as others, feel better.

ME - Mete kindness, understanding, tolerance and forgiveness generously. You reap as you mete.

FA - Far-reaching are the therapeutic benefits of spiritual thinking. You become as you habitually think. Resentment, hatred, spite, envy and vengeance pack radioactive fallout that gnaws at your vitals. They are self-consuming.

SO - Sow the seeds of love, friendship, empathy and helpfulness. These hardy seeds take root in the crustiest ground.

LA - Laugh at yourself now and then. You who can laugh at yourself are less apt to be at war with yourself. Laugh at yourself, even if you don't feel like laughing.

TI - Teach yourself awareness and appreciation of all the wonders of nature. Thank God Daily for the precious gift of life. Genuine gratitude and discontent are never found together.

DO - Do not expect someone else to open the door to happiness for you. You must do it yourself. You alone have the key. Turn it.

- Author Unknown

 

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