Musings + Affirmations: Communication is the master key to opening the door to happiness

We tend to forget that happiness doesn’t come as a result of

getting something we don’t have,

but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have.

Affirmation: Communication is the master key that I use to open the door to happiness.

The quality of the relationships in my life is determined by my own sense of well-being. This is built on a strong foundation of communication.

I create ever deeper relationships by sharing my thoughts and feelings honestly and openly. I have let go of the notion that people should be able to read my mind to figure out what’s going on with me. I speak up when I feel hurt or offended because I am confident that our love allows us to work through conflict.

Today, I will share my thoughts and ideas because I know that we are strongest when we work together.

I also take the time to ask others what they are thinking and feeling. I actively listen to them, and repeat back what I think they are saying until I am confident that I am truly hearing not just their words but also the meaning behind the words.

I have abandoned the idea that I will be happiest if other people tell me what they think I want to hear. I have no interest in illusions, even the ones that make me feel good.

I am more interested in sharing truth and using it to create true and authentic bonds that strengthen everyone involved as we reach our goals together.

Homework/ Self-Reflective/ Journal Prompts:

1. Am I really interested in hearing the truth from the people that I love?

2. Am I building strong relationships on a foundation of honesty?

3. Do I take the time and make the effort to share and listen rather than expect people to be able to read my mind?

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