I am, not I do

Oftentimes in this society we are dictated by the words "I do." I do this job, I do this career, I do this degree, I do these things. Look at what I've done, see my accomplishments. I am not above this - I've time and time again fallen into the same egoic hole. If there's any human "curse," surely it is that!

Lately I am privy to the difference between "I do" and "I am." It's not what you "do" for a living and the trophies you've won that necessarily matters. What matters is following your bliss, being true to who you are, practicing acceptance, enjoyment, and enthusiasm (in the wise words of Eckhart Tolle). If you practice acceptance, enjoyment, and enthusiasm in this truth to yourself, what you do - your outer purpose - will also fall into place.

Day 17

• I am intuitive. I am wise. I am strong. I am true to myself.
• I am love. I am peace. I am beauty. I am one - with you, with all.
• I am fully immersed in the present moment. I am living entirely in the now.
• I am beautiful. I am fit. I am active. I feel good and I treat myself well.
• I am happy - right here, right now. I bring my own sunshine, wherever I go.
• I am appreciative of myself. I am gentle on myself. I love myself. I cherish myself. I honor myself.
• I am talented. I am confident. I am courageous. I am bold. I am lively.
• I am secure. I am stable. I am grounded. I am pure. I am peaceful. 
• I release all my worries, all negativity. I surrender. I trust in the flow of life.
• I am comfortable in my own skin. I love myself and am one with God, and foster healthy relationships.