Building A Strong Foundation

Although we may think the values and morals that we know to be true are firmly implanted within us, everyday we are presented with situations that challenge our foundation. There may be times when we still question what is the right thing to do. Our decisions seem easy enough to make, but within us there may be a nagging doubt that we are compromising what we believe in. It's difficult as is to journey on our path with integrity, but with a shaky foundation it becomes more challenging. We may not feel secure in deciding what to do in our life, so we allow others to make decisions for us. There will come a time when we may become lost and so indecisive that we are unable to move forward without the guidance from others. It is times like these that we need to be still to reflect upon what we know to be true. To question our decisions is part of our nature, but the ability to believe in who we are takes effort. Foundations need to be strong in order for us to build upon them,so we need to make sure they stand the test of time. Today, think about what you know to be true. As you go through the day, be aware of those situations where you doubt your decisions. Are you letting others lead you in a direction you are uncomfortable with? If so, be still and ask yourself "Am I okay with what is happening?" If not, go your own way. You may not be part of the crowd, but you will be able to hold your head up knowing that you've made a decision that was right for you.

Building a strong foundation is hard work...

(Before I make a decision, I always go back and forth, not knowing what to do. It's when I fall back on what is "right and wrong" that I need to be more compassionate to others. I am working on being less rigid in my principles, yet not compromise what I know to be true.)