Food for Thought

I got this message from a friend who has not been communicating with me for a long time. Why we didn't communicate? It's because of our busy schedule. So, I was surprised when I saw her name in my inbox indicating that she has a message for me. I just want to share this with you.


A LENTEN REFLECTION

Give up complaining; focus on gratitude.

Give up pessimism; become an optimist.

Give up harsh judgments; think kindly thoughts.

Give up worry; trust Divine Providence.

Give up discouragement; be full of hope.

Give up bitterness; turn to forgiveness.

Give up hatred; return good for evil.

Give up negativism; be positive.

Give up anger; be more patient.

Give up pettiness; become mature.

Give up gloom; enjoy the beauty that is all around you.

Give up jealousy; pray for trust.

Give up gossiping; control your tongue.

Give up sin; turn to virtue.

Give up giving up; hang in there!

-- Author Unknown