I heard some powerful words last night that I just had to share with you:
“Whatever follows ‘I am’ is going to come looking for you.” – Joel Osteen
Think about that, think about the words you tell yourself:
I am … tired.
I am … lonely.
I am … frustrated.
I am … unhappy with my body.
Now change those words:
I am excited about my future.
I am worthy of love.
I am capable.
I am beautiful.
Wow!
Remember … your life is how you see it. What do you see?
I see confidence!
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So true. However, when I read this, I thought of “I am” as the God of the Old Testament at first, Silly me. Oops–I am NOT silly. I am——— What am I? LOL
Hugs,
Kathy
you are kinda silly, I’ve seen your dog hats!
Hugs, MJ
Morning MJ
I see HOPE
God Bless
susie
Yes! Yes you do Susie Q
MJ
I am…..inspired
. Thanks.
Yeah~!
MJ
Thanks for sharing this, MJ. I think “I am” is certainly followed by different emotions on any given day. But we certainly have the power to ‘adjust” those emotions! Have a great day!
I think so as well … I got up this morning after hearing that and announced (to no one in particular) I AM FINE! and decided to wear a new sparkly purple sweater, the kind of sweater that garnered lots of compliments but you can’t take it on if you’re feeling “less than.” This am, I felt more than enough.
Whoop whoop! MJ
Great way to express the importance of having a positive attitude! This is a similar concept to what the author of The Secret says…you attract what you put out in your thoughts and actions. Love the photo! And I already knew you attract confidence! ~ Sheila
Great book Shelia!
Yes, like it! I also get email excerpts from The Secret author…good little bullets of positivity that just pop up in my email…not a daily thing, but several times a month. And free
~ Sheila
I can’t agree more … great book, great concept. Ever notice that if you’re surrounded by Negative Nancies and Naysayers that all of a sudden ever day feels grey and dark? I really do notice that and make it a point to run like H8LL the other way!
Mike Meyers makes me giggle,
MJ
Very true, MJ. I wrote something similar to this a while back: http://livingaradiantlife.wordpress.com/2012/09/24/who-are-you/
you sure did and WOW – are we on a similar page or what
MJ
So true, so true!
I am…happy! And I am too.
~d.
do you know how rare it is to hear someone express that? It is … rare.
Good on you D!!
MJ
I am here. And grateful for it.
and I am grateful you are hear Darla-girl!
MJ
I heard that too MJ and I was so tired, likely because I kept telling myself that I was so tired….
Love the picture. Mike Myers makes me smile.
Uh-huh, been there, done that! He is so much fun and his characters make me crack up
MJ
I am…. Excited
About the future
I am with you on that, Sandi-girl!
MJ
I am determined!
What a wonderful kick in the pants, MJ. I love how some of your words appear so simple, yet it seems so difficult to find when we need it most. Do you know what I mean?
I’m still tired, but I also need to claim I am thankful for many things, and I am blessed in many ways. I am for certain. 
Earlier this morning, I walked into the kitchen to make myself breakfast. I was talking to myself in my head (which I do all the time), and I said out loud, “I am just lazy.” I laughed when I read your post, because a nap was certainly looking to find me and my laziness.
Well, not that I would ever kick you in the pants, but I “get” what you mean … and it really is true.
I was in a store last weekend and the lady waiting on me was a very lovely older woman, quite striking really. I enjoyed her personality, not too pushy, but knowledgeable. There were more than a few moments during our banter at checkout that she referenced herself as “old.” Clearly, she (or someone else) has her believing that she’s old. I saw a polished, savvy lady; she clearly saw a hag. As I was leaving, I thanked her for her help and complimented her on how well coordinated her outfit was and what lovely service she provided to me. She beamed. I heard that quote this week and have thought of her since. We are what we say we are.
Bests to you, LD.
MJ