Campfires are nice in the Fall on a chilly night . I think I would enjoy having the grand kids over soon for a cookout. Not this weekend though. We had grand kids the last 2 weekends and helped kids move the one before so that makes 3 busy weekends in a row. I need some quietness and relaxing.
Speaking of quietness I found a document I have saved when I was organizing on my computer.
I like it . It has some excellent thoughts.
by tammie renea
Quiet confidence means...
Rather than scold myself for my imperfections,
I accept them and realize my ability to change them.
Accepting my own imperfections also allows me to accept those of others.
Quiet confidence means...
Rather than mentally and emotionally "sleeping" through each day,
I choose to be fully awake...
to be aware of my own thoughts, feelings, attitudes,
and the effects they have on myself and others.
Quiet confidence means...
I am becoming aware of and choose to nurture my own talents and gifts,
both to fulfill my own life and to give something of myself to the world.
Quiet confidence means...
I am willing to acknowledge the deep down pain and fear that keep me "stuck".
It means that I am willing to take the humble "baby steps"
it often takes to move myself forward.
Quiet confidence means...
Rather than beating myself up,
I will forgive myself when I fall back into my "old" ways
of negative thinking and behaving.
Doing this also allows me to be more compassionate and understanding of others.
Quiet confidence means...
I think for myself.
I ask my own questions and seek my own answers from sources that I consider reliable.
As I learn, I use my new knowledge in positive ways.
Quiet confidence means...
I am not a "people pleaser."
I do not carry the fear of rejection and abandonment
which would keep me from being myself.
This also helps me allow others to be themselves.
Quiet confidence means...
I make judgments through compassionate eyes.
I am not blind to injustice.
I am patient enough to allow the truth to come into focus,
and I am willing to take action whenever necessary.
Quiet confidence means...
Rather than avoiding judgment and criticism
by living within the safety of a tight cocoon,
I accept my responsibilities and my gift of freedom
by emerging and spreading my wings to fly.
Quiet confidence means...
I take full responsibility for my mistakes,
as well as for my accomplishments.
When I make a mistake,
I humbly make amends whenever possible.
When I accomplish a goal,
I respectfully share my success and tuck it inside my heart.
Quiet confidence means...
I know I can only change myself and set goals for myself.
I cannot change others to meet my needs or wants.
I learn to meet my own needs and to fulfill my own wants,
therefore avoiding false expectations and resentments.
Quiet confidence means...
I do not accept abuse of any sort from myself or others;
nor do I abuse myself or others.
A harsh tongue only hurts, never heals.
Physical punishment only reaps fear and resentment.
Quiet confidence means...
I appreciate the gifts of body and mind.
My spirit is the life of me which dwells within my flesh.
I care for my mental and physical health
without comparing myself to others
or setting unrealistic standards.
"In quietness and in confidence shall be your strength"
Isaiah 30:15
Part of what quiet confidence means to me personally is that I can find joy in what I do and hopefully some of that joy will spill over to others just from the very fact that I am the me God created .
Confidence to me is also knowing that I am loved first of all by my Heavenly Father. His love so faithful and unconditional. Sometimes I goof up but His plans are perfect and His grace covers me.
To me confidence comes from nurturing all the God given gifts and talents and exercising the good things that we have learned through life. No matter what the mirror or the scale or the pocketbook or educational degrees say what really matters the most is the beauty that shines from a heart that reflects the lasting treasure of God's love and unfading grace,
Those are just a few things out of many . What does quiet confidence mean to you?
Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteI see you're moving over to Google too. It's a small world after all. Good luck downloading all of your past articles and work. You might try sending it all into Google Reader for safe keeping.
A very thoughtful and uplifting post this morning, Cheryl! I so look forward to what you will write for us each day! Having quiet confidence can also mean accepting others for who they are, because you accept yourself - but you already said as much in your muse. I really think you covered it! You really have to like yourself first. Wishing you the quiet and relaxing weekend you seek and deserve!! Hugs.
ReplyDeleteYou should write a book. Your words, your thoughts would make someone else realize what quiet confidence really is. I get much more quiet times than you seem to, so I am happy with it....I pray you get what you need this weekend. Refueled, so to speak.
ReplyDeleteAwesome post, Cheryl! I agree with Linda..you should write a an inspirational book. You have a way of expressing yourself so well! I love the photo you posted, it such a peaceful autumn scene:-) Have a wonderful and RELAXING weekend my friend!
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