Someone Else's Eyes

"It look me a long time not to judge myself through someone else's eyes." -Sally Field.

The hardest things it seems these days is not judging someone else harshly but judging ourselves harshly. I know in my life I have challenges everyday not to criticize everything I do and let negative thoughts control my life. I'm not perfect; I'm anything but. But I'm trying to be better and as long as I know I'm trying to be better; I know somebody I will get to where I want to be. You are not alone when it comes to judging yourself harshly or when negative doubts fill your mind. You are never alone. The Lord is always there willing to catch you when you fall, encourage you forever, and comfort you when your heart breaks. He sees the great Being you are becoming.

"Believe In

    Yourself."



Look Up

"A challenge for all of us is not to look sideways to see how others are viewing our lives but to look up to see how Heavenly Father sees us." -- Elder Carl B. Cook

Elder Cook talks about his beginning struggles of the MTC with learning the language for his mission is Germany; he mentions how he would compare his progress with his companion and the other elder's in his district. And then he tells of the prayer and answer that has effected him to this day.

"I slipped into that tiny room and knelt down on a mop. I began to plead with Heavenly Father for some relief. The Lord answered that prayer. I felt this thought come into my mind: “I never called you to master the German language. I just called you to serve with all of your heart, mind, and strength.” "

I believe that we can take his answer and apply it in our lives; the Lord did not send us to this life to come back the same. He sent us so that we can turn to Him with all our heart and strength so that we can come back stronger, a better person. Elder Cook also talks about how from that point on he did not look at others or at himself; he looked up to know what He thought of his efforts. And I believe we can all do that; I know in my personal life I strive to look up for comfort from my temptations or doubts instead of others around me. I'm not perfect and I know I still have a long way to go before I get to where He wants me to be; but I'm trying to constantly look up because I know He can help me whenever for He is always there.

Elder Cook list some principles that can help each of us "look up":

Tap into Spiritual Power - We can tap into the spiritual power but daily prayer and personal & constant scripture reading. When we are ask "What can I do for Thee today?" He will bless us with a prompting of his plans.  We will be able act upon the impressions He gives us and to do difficulties things for the right reasons, depsite what's required.

Stay True to the Direction You Recieve - We can "look up" by staying true to the direction we recieve by our Heavenly Father by personal revaltions. Sometimes others can try to persuade us to swirve off the direction we've been given, even by good intentions. We need to stay true to what we've been told.

Don't Be Afraid to Act -  Sometimes we see a plan set before us from start to finish getting caught up with all the details, we become afraid to act. Make good choices by the best of your judgement and then keep moving forward. Don't be afraid of making decisions for the fear of making mistakes. Don't be afraid of trying new things; in doing so you can find joy in the journey.

Stand by Your Post - All of us are in the  need of help. Some solutions we ask for come quickly while some come later we hoped or different than we had hoped. And occasionally, the solutions don't come at all. In such cases, Elder Cook advices that we stand by our post until the Lord sends some help -- that doesn't mean we stand still and wait. Don't be afraid to act, keep moving forward with good intentions. Keep praying and reading the scriptures and obeying all the commandments. "Don’t abandon your post. In His time the Lord will allow all things to work out for your good."

 "As Mormon explains in Helaman 3:27, “The Lord is merciful unto all who will, in the sincerity of their hearts, call upon his holy name.” I have felt and experienced His mercy and love. I know His mercy will come to all of us as we believe and call upon His name."

My dear one

My dear one, 

No man can ever claim you unless he claims you from Me.  

I reserve a man for you who has My heart and loves Me more than he will love you. Soon you will know him, I have the perfect time  

You are My princess, My daughter. Let no prince claim you unless he asks you from My hand for I am your Father, the King of Kings.  

You, My princess, are worth loving and deserve a prince.

<3 God 

 

I'm a Young Woman & I Believe!

"I am one young woman but there are thousands of us, young women,

 all around the world. Trying our best to live up to our potential."

We have such an impact on this world and to the people we are in contact with on a daily bases. Our light touches everything we associate with; the spirit shines bright in our heart and is shown in our actions. We are daughter of a great and marvelous Heavenly Father who loves us and sees the beauty and magnificent goddess within. He loves us so much that He sent his only begotten Son to save us and let us become our potential.

I know with all my heart that Lord hear my prayers and answers them; I know that He's always there for me no matter what I'm doing or where I am. I know that He cares for me and each of one you; He wants you to come back and live with Him and He wants you to know that you are not alone. There are thousands of young women all over the world living the same standards and being an guardian of virtue for all to see. I also know that with God, nothing is impossible. He can heal the most damaged wings and let you soar like an eagle. He knows the goddess that lives inside of you, He knows your heart -- don't turn away from him; He'll guide you to happiness and joy. I'm so thankful for this gospel and the great feeling it brings me. I'm so grateful for my loving Father in Heaven and my Savior who watch over me every day and encourage me to be the best that I can be. & I'm thankful for my family and church leaders that help me along this path of life and who pick me up when I fall. My gratitude towards the temple is huge because without it my family wouldn't be together forever and I can't imagine a "forever" without my family with me. I love this gospel and the lessons it constantly teaches me; I'm so grateful for it and I can't imagine my life without it. I know that the Savior did come to Earth and died for me and each of you because He loves us. & I know that without Him I couldn't become the great queen I'm destined to be. I love my Heavenly Father and my family and my gratitude towards them is endless. And I say these things in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Why not me?

We often think to ourselves in our times of trials, "Why me? What did I do to deserve this?" But we should look at our trials and think to ourselves "Why not me?"

Difficulties, trials, and temptations are not there to punish us; they are there to help us grow and become better. Without trails and temptations we would never be the potential that we are to become. Such like a person wanting to become a doctor, scientist, or a teacher; one day they won't wake up and know everything to be a doctor, scientist or teacher. They have to learn and increase their knowledge on the field they want to have a career in.

Now apply this to ourselves; if we do not grow and become better we can never reach our potential. We must go through tough times in this life -- it was part of the agreement we made to come down to Earth. We knew we'd be tried, we'd feel alone, and life would be hard but we also knew it would all be worth it. Even though none of us can remember what Pre-mortal Life was like, we must remember there had to be a great reason why we'd come to earth and why Christ, our Savior would come down to save us all.

We should look at challenges not as punishment but as opprunities from the Lord to show Him and others our testimony and faith. Strive to change all "Why me?"'s to "Why not me?"'s for we all could use some extra blessing and some more boost to become more like our Savior and Heavenly Parents.

Conference Quote!

"Only repentance can heal what hurts, but repentance can heal what hurts no matter what it is." -- Boyd K. Packer

"When we serve our neighbor, we help those who are in need. In the process we may find soultions to our own difficulties." -- Jose L. Alonso 

2012 ABC's by Thomas S. Monson

The first presidency delivered a message starting the new year, it is a great one. It takes about making this year the year that we undergo a personal and diligent quest for a life filled with success, blessings, and goodness. That doesn't mean there won't be times of trials and moments of weakness -- The Prophet talks about a way we can go through the challenges.

Thomas S. Monson talks about the ABC's of creating the "Abundant Life".

A -- Have a positive attitude. So much of life depends on our attitude, the way we choose to see things and react to things can make the difference. To be the best we can be and be happy with our situations however they may seem can be us peace and happiness from the Lord.  We have no idea what affect having a positive attitude can do to our lives or other people's life.

"We can’t direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails. For maximum happiness, peace, and contentment, may we choose a positive attitude." - Thomas S. Monson

B -- Believe in Yourself. Believe in yourself, in others, and in the eternal plan and principles. Believing in yourself can show you glimpses of the Lord sees and has planned for you to become. Don't let others set your limitations, your potential is endless. Don't limit yourself for you can't see what you are meant to become. Believe in yourself and strive to live so you can reach your possibilities.

"You can achieve what you believe you can. Trust and believe and have faith." - Thomas S. Monson

C -- To Face Challenges with Courage. Courage doesn't come straight from willing to die manfully but to live decently in the a world of chaos.  David and Goliath, David didn't have the mind-set that he would take down the giant and become a hero. He had courage to stand for his beliefs and his people and He won. So in our times of difficulties were the road may seem too hard and unbeatable but remember David won and so can you.

"Courage is required to make an initial thrust toward one’s coveted goal, but even greater courage is called for when one stumbles and must make a second effort to achieve." -Thomas S. Monson

I know reading message at the beginning of a new year is a great motivation kick to live this year like a true believer strive to live the ABC's. I would love to say I have a great ending to this topic but I don't but I know someone who summed it up perfectly.

"Have the determination to make the effort, the single-mindedness to work toward a worthy goal, and the courage not only to face the challenges that inevitably come but also to make a second effort, should such be required. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says, “I’ll try again tomorrow.”May we remember these ABCs as we begin our journey into the new year, cultivating a positive attitude, a belief that we can achieve our goals and resolutions, and the courage to face whatever challenges may come our way. Then the abundant life will be ours."  - Thomas S. Monson.