Words To Work By

I had a rough day today - work wise.

I have these words hanging on the wall by my desk. They've been there for a while now, and usually go unnoticed. It's not until I've had an unusually challenging day that I look to them again, for some inspiration, guidance, and hopefully, inner peace.

The Four Agreements

1. Be impeccable with your word - speak with integrity; say only what you mean; avoid using the word to speak against yourself or gossip about others; use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love.

2. Don't take anything personally - nothing others do is because of you; what others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream; when you are immune to the opinion and actions of others, you won't be the victim of needless suffering.

3. Don't make assumptions - find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want; communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness and drama; with this one agreement, you can completely transform your life.

4. Always do your best - your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are healthy as opposed to sick; under any circumstance, simply do your best; and you will avoid self judgment, self abuse and regret.