Calendar Books by Allen James - Daily Reading -- "The Journey: A Calendar Book"

Yesterday and today's readings were so vital to personal success, I opted to place them together today:

September 22nd, "Always be a man of character".

September 23rd, "Take responsibility for yourself".

Baammm.....talk about being hit by a freight train...when considering these two readings most of us cringe with personal fear. However, our character and our personal responsibility are two aspects of personal success which if not kept in check can cause us a level of depression which seems insurmountable.

No matter our choices, if we allow others to question our character, then we have no character.  As well, if we don't realize we are responsible for our own actions, and not the actions of anyone other, then personal success will NEVER be ours.

We've all heard the saying, "Bad things happen to good people", I'm sure.  Folks, the reality is, "Bad things happen to everyone".  Looking ahead, one of my most favored reading is "The Journey: A Calendar Book" reading for October 3rd, "Realize, success has costs". We see around us everywhere the reminders of character, the bank drive through window stands out in my mind, hoping to instill in our children and youth the character which we as adults MUST model for those words seen and taught at school to become reality for our children and youth.  The cost of maintaining adult character are so great we can be tempted to allow ourselves to falter in LIVING those words.  Yet the cost of not LIVING those words of adult character personally are much greater. 

Respect:

Treating others with courtesy Having control over one’s actions, and honor.  

Self Control:

Having control over one's actions, words and emotions.

Citizenship:

Being loyal to your school, community, and country.

Compassion:

Caring for others with kindness. 

Tolerance:

Accepting differences and the uniqueness of others and celebrating the common ground we share.

Honest:

Being truthful in what you say and do.

Cooperation: 

Working together toward a common goal.

Perseverance:

Demonstrating determination and commitment to complete a task.

Patience:

Ability to remain calm and to wait for what you want.

Confidence:

Freedom from doubt and believing in yourself.

Integrity:

Always doing the right thing even when no one else is watching.

Responsibility:

Taking ownership of what you say and do. 

Always be an individual of character, then take responsibility for the character you live....and as always...keep looking up.  : )  AJ