10 Rules For A Good Day


Are There Any Rules We Forgot?


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  1. TODAY I WILL NOT STRIKE BACK:
    If someone is rude, if someone is impatient, if someone is unkind...I will not respond in a like manner.

  2. TODAY I WILL ASK GOD TO BLESS MY "ENEMY":
    If I come across someone who treats me harshly or unfairly, I will quietly ask God to bless that individual. I understand the "enemy" could be a family member, neighbor, co-worker, or a stranger.

  3. TODAY I WILL BE CAREFUL ABOUT WHAT I SAY:
    I will carefully choose and guard my words being certain that I do not spread gossip.

  4. TODAY I WILL GO THE EXTRA MILE:
    I will find ways to help share the burden of another person.

  5. TODAY I WILL FORGIVE:
    I will forgive any hurts or injuries that come my way.

  6. TODAY I WILL DO SOMETHING NICE FOR SOMEONE, BUT I WILL DO IT SECRETLY:
    I will reach out anonymously and bless the life of another.

  7. TODAY I WILL TREAT OTHERS THE WAY I WISH TO BE TREATED:
    I will practice the golden rule - "Do unto others as I would have them do unto me" - with everyone I encounter.

  8. TODAY I WILL RAISE THE SPIRITS OF SOMEONE I DISCOURAGED:
    My smile, my words, my expression of support, can make the difference to someone who is wrestling life.

  9. TODAY I WILL NURTURE MY BODY:
    I will eat less; I will eat only healthy foods. I will thank God for my body.

  10. TODAY I WILL GROW SPIRITUALLY:
    I will spend a little more time in prayer today: I will begin reading something spiritual or inspirational today; I will find a quiet place and listen to God's voice!

Author Unknown --- Submitted by Lauren C. --- New Jersey

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