Just for today…
Can you at least do one thing?
Just for today…
Can you be kind to a stranger? A homeless person? A person who looks sad and lonely? Can you offer them company or kindness? Can you somehow cheer them up, give them hope, and restore their faith in humanity?
Just for today…
Can you not judge someone by their appearance? Can you not point fingers and whisper things to your friend about “that” person? Can you simply look at a person and accept them for exactly who they are?
Just for today…
Can you speak only positive words? No complaining, no whining, no bitching, no words of despair or hopelessness. Can you just speak words of love and optimism?
Just for today…
Can you be grateful for all you have and where you are? Can you just appreciate all you have and the road that took you where you are at this moment?
Just for today…
Can you feel blessed for your life? Can you feel blessed for the people in your life and all the luxuries and necessities you have in your life now?
Just for today…
Can you not argue about politics or religion or anything? Can you just not argue at all and appreciate that we all are entitled to our opinions and viewpoints about things?
Just for today…
Can you accept that you’re not always right? And that we all have different views on topics and yours isn’t the only view or the right view. And that it’s ok if people don’t agree with you.
Just for today…
Can you do something good for mankind? Can you volunteer for an hour somewhere, anywhere? Can you pick up some garbage off the street or do some small deed to help the environment?
Just for today…
Can you love yourself a little harder? Appreciate how far you’ve made it and how awesome you are. Can you give yourself a big hug and remind yourself how amazing you are and that the world is a better place because you’re in it?
Just for today…
Can you dig deep and find some bravery in you? Do a hard thing. A scary thing. Do something you’ve always wanted to do but never had the courage to do. Find the courage and do the thing.
Just for today…
Can you not speak of the hurt from the past? Can you put it all behind you and speak hope into the future? Can you try to believe that good things are on their way to you?
Just for today…
Can you forgive all those who have hurt you? Can you let go of that grudge, that anger, the hurt and pain they have caused you? Just forgive them and let it go. Move on with peace in your heart.
Just for today…
Can you not yell at someone you love (or anyone at all)? Can you only speak words of patience and understanding, compassion and encouragement? Use your inside voice.
Just for today…
Can you take one small step toward the life you really want? Instead of complaining about where you are, find a solution to improve your life. Take one step that will lead you down a path of change.
Just for today…
Can you do what you can to help someone reach their dreams too? Remember life isn’t a competition and we all need a helping hand. You didn’t get to where you are now without at least one person helping you.
Just for today…
Can you be proud of who you are? And what you’ve accomplished. Be proud of your achievements, even if your only one was getting dressed today. Be proud of how unique and talented you are.
Just for today…
Can you choose peace over being right? Refrain from arguing, even if you’re sure you’re right. It doesn’t matter. Choose peace over fighting and walk away if you must.
Just for today…
Can you give without expectation? Don’t wait for a thank you or recognition. Give from your heart because you can. Don’t expect people to praise you for your good deeds.
Just for today…
Can you remember that everything is temporary? The good, the bad, the happy, the sad. Remember that everything is temporary and learn to stress less about the trials and challenges you face. Tomorrow they’ll be gone.
Just for today…
Can you give someone a compliment? Maybe even a stranger? Tell someone how beautiful they are, tell a child how amazing they are. Lift someone up with a compliment and make their day.
Just for today…
Can you reach out to one person you’ve wronged and say sorry? No one has ever choked to death swallowing their pride. If you know you owe someone an apology, do it.
Just for today…
Can you see things, people, and life through the eyes of love? And only love. Put away your hate and hurtful words and see love everywhere you go. Choose peace, not war, choose love, not hate, choose kindness.
Just for today…
xo iva xo
