"Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for."
(Epicurus Greek philosopher, BC 341-270)
Do you wonder who you are? Ever traced back your heritage and see where your ancestors come from? Maybe, you can find that you are related to Walt Disney, Abraham Lincoln or famous royalty. I enjoy tracing my heritage and have found in my heritage: the Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Choctaw and Cherokee heritage. Living in Oklahoma I am fascinated by my Native American Culture.
Our past heritage may make our physical makeup, but it does not have to define who we are. I enjoyed the movie, A Knights Tale. William (a squire) was told by his father if you believe it you can change the stars. William, through hardship, was able to change his stars from being a squire to a knight. How do we change our stars? It does not matter what other people think or say, it matters what you desire and want to accomplish. Ever feel like giving up? You keep trying and you just cannot seem to get it just right?
Do not ignore the hardships, the times you do not feel like smiling because things, good or bad, happen for a reason. Every breath and every heart beat brings fresh air and a new opportunity to make a difference in your life and others. The key is being in control of your destiny and having the opportunity to influence someone else. It is difficult to keep the positive when the ship seems to be sinking on your dreams.
Native Americans have adapted to dream catchers. Dream catchers will filter out the bad dreams and only good thought are able to enter into our minds. The bad dreams are caught and when the sun rises they are perished. Dream-catchers are to be hung over the bed as a charm to protect children from nightmares. The Native Americans believe that the dream-catcher can change a person’s dream. Only the good dreams can filter through and slide down the feathers (Owl-for wisdom (female) and Eagle-for courage (male) onto the sleeping, while the bad dreams would stay in the net till daylight.
We need to be a dream catcher for others. Provide someone that ray of hope in knowing they can do it when they feel they can’t. Do not let setbacks hinder you from your full potential. Some of us have emerged from the most painful circumstances with strong insights about who we are and what we want. Our mistakes? Necessary. Our frustrations, failures, and sometimes stumbling attempts at growth and progress? Necessary too. Each step of the way, we learn. We went through exactly the experiences we need to, to become who we are today. Each step of the way, we progressed. Is our past a mistake? No. The only mistake we can make is mistaking that for the truth. Today, God, help me let go of negative thoughts I may be harboring about my past circumstances or relationships. I can accept, with gratitude, all that has brought me to today.
View the video below and see how Jason McElwain does not allow his condition to stop him from being a wide source of inspiration. You do not need let your physical condition stop you from playing in life. Allow the dream to become a reality.
I believe in you. Have hope in yourself, knowing there is a Father that wants to see with hope. Be a dream catcher and filter out the negativity and aspire for something better.This is my letter to you to be inspired to know someone believes in your abilities. Write a letter or email to someone and help them to be a dream catcher. You will never know the impact that someone is waiting on from you to make that difference for them.
By Faith (Forging Attitude In Trusting Him)
