I alone have the power to change my life. I am capable of overcoming all adversities. I am free from all negative thoughts and habits. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Mallard at Maudslay ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Practice acceptance, no matter how difficult. To be accepting of others I must be tolerant of their differences in thoughts and beliefs. Acceptance is key to love and love will heal the world. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Catbird Posing ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Every relationship is a gift of learning. No matter how difficult or how fruitful a relationship is I can learn from each person I know. I welcome that learning and grow everyday through each relationship that comes my way. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Mallard Couple at the Beach ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

I am important to myself and to others. I must care for myself, take time for myself, rest, relax and renew so that I can fully participate in my own life and be able to be there for others. – Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Piping Plover at Sandy Point ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Our greatest teachers in life are often those with whom we have the most problems. I recognize that I may learn from relationships that are troublesome. I focus on the positive I can gain from even the most difficult situations. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Gull Line ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

I am steadfast in my goals to make a change in the world, even if just in some small way which contributes to the larger plan of a better world for all. May I be a pillar of strength and compassion today and everyday,  for all whom I meet. – Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Baby Marsh Wren Leaves the Nest ~ Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Today, I affirm that transformation is always manifest in my life, and I must remain open to receive it. In the past, procrastination, self-sabotage and doubt have all gotten in my way. Today, I cast those negative thoughts and actions to the wind and open my heart to manifest all good things in my life. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Blue Heron Flying at the Parker River ~ Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Today I open my heart and I welcome more success, more abundance, and a deep sense of great well-being. I am open to recieve and willing to share what I have towards the greater good of all. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Heads Up ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

I am abundant… Every day there is good flooding into my life from both unexpected and expected sources. I accept that good with gratitude, acknowledging that I am abundant. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Glossy Ibis at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Today, I embrace my emotions and my tendency to go it alone. I acknowledge that it is healthy to reach out to others in times of need and that isolation serves no purpose in my life.  ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Blue Jay Hanging on in the Wind ~ c. Pamela J. leavey 2012)