Got Peace?

One of the best definitions of peace is to discover that it is not in a place where there is no trouble, hard work or noise.  But to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.  One of the most healing things we can do for our life, is to create a spiritual connection.

Having a spiritual life, helps us to take a step back and understand why we are here.  If we find ourselves stuck or disillusioned by fear, having a spiritual practice helps us in those moments to step back and stay remain centered.  Becoming a critical or fearful person, throughout the day is not a soulful approach to living.

Our spiritual practice reminds us to be still and let go of fearful emotions and negative thinking.  How we can develop greater clarity is to read and follow the “25 Helpful Personal Bill of Rights” steps below. 

Brain Weiss from his spiritual bestselling novel says “If we can gradually decrease our concern with functioning and fitting into our sick society, with acquiring things and worrying about what other people are thinking about us, then we can gradually begin to increase our inner joy and find peace.”  Other ways we may set out to finding more spiritual practice in our lives is attending church, practicing yoga, meditation, and use of herbal medicines and other alternative healing remedies.

Enjoy reading from this wonderful list of personal human rights and we hope to see you soon for a yoga class at Clayton Yoga.  For more details about our special yoga promotions, just click here: http://claytonyoga.com/hot-news/.

Personal Bill of Rights

1.  I have the right to ask for what I want.
2.  I have the right to say no to requests or demands I cannot meet.
3.  I have the right to express all of my feelings, positive or negative.
4.  I have the right to change my mind.
5.  I have the right to make mistakes and not have to be perfect.
6.  I have the right to follow my own values and standards.
7.  I have the right to say not to anything when I feel I am not ready, it is unsafe, or  it violates my values.
8. I have the right to determine my own priorities.
9. I have the right not to be responsible for others’ behaviors, actions, feelings, or problems.
10.  I have the right to expect honesty from others.
11.  I have the right to be angry at someone I love.
12.  I have the right to be uniquely myself.
13.  I have the right to feel scared and say, “I’m afraid”.
14.  I have the right to say, “I don’t know”.
15.  I have the right not to give excuses or reasons for my behavior.
16.  I have the right to make decisions based on my feelings.
17.  I have the right to be playful and frivolous.
18.  I have the right to be healthier than those around me.
19.  I have the right to be in a non-abusive environment.
20.  I have the right to make friends and be comfortable around people.
21.  I have the right to change and grow.
22.  I have the right to have my needs and wants respected by others.
23.  I have the right to be treated with dignity and respect.
24.  I have the right to be happy.
25.  I have the right to be healthier than those around me.

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