ARE THERE MEAN PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE? CHANGING YOUR LIFE WITH WORDS - DAY 91

There are many mean-spirited people in the world, and we all know at least one or more such people. There are people who abuse others physically, sexually, verbally, mentally or emotionally.  It can be difficult to get away from them sometimes because they can be parents, foster parents, step parents, spouses, bosses, classmates, co-workers, teachers, pastors, priests, scout leaders, neighbors, caregivers, bullies, gang members and criminals. If you are in a situation from which it is not possible or easy to escape because you are too young, too old, or too frightened you still have an option.

The world has many more good people than mean people, and you can help yourself by seeking out those who are kind and caring.  Even one kind person can make a huge difference in your life especially if you are truly being harmed by a mean person.

Kind people are out there so look for them, pay attention to the people around you wherever you are, and open yourself up to get to know them.  Do not let shame, fear, or pessimism prevent you from surrounding yourself with as many kind people as you can find.  Do not let fear prevent you from telling someone if you are being harmed or threatened.

Today's message is:

SEEK KINDNESS

Should You Be Honored On Mothers' Day?

Some people seem to be naturally maternal while others seem to have been standing behind the door when maternal instincts were passed out.  Do you ask yourself which type of mother you are?  The reason I pose the question as to whether or not you should be honored is because there are too many instances in the news today of women whose parenting leaves much to be desired.  Mothers are meant to nurture and care for their offspring.  Yet we see and hear many dreadful examples of women who either do not want to or are incapable of providing the love and nurturing their children need if they are to thrive and grow up  as undamaged human beings.  Our society is plagued with sociopaths, psychopaths, gang members, bullies and abused and neglected children of all ages.  Somehow it is inconceivable to me that these people grew up in loving, caring environments.  I do not believe that babies come into the world as anything except pure innocents, and we parents and other adults mold, shape, and enhance or tarnish the lives that are in store for little ones.  There are no perfect parents, but before we accept accolades on Mothers' Day and regardless of the ages of our children we should ask ourselves if we truly are worthy of being honored as mothers.  If the answer is affirmative then have a glorious day and bask in the warm affection of the family surrounding you.  If, however, the answer is negative then decide to find help to improve your parenting skills.  Ask a friend, a neighbor, a clergyman, a teacher, a doctor, or the person who is the best mother you know to help you.  All children deserve to be protected, nurtured and loved by their mothers so take any steps necessary to remedy things before passing the point of no return in your relationship.  It is a huge responsibility, but you hold your children's present lives and their futures as adults in your grasp.  Handle with care.