A prayer attributed to St. Theresa of Lisieux:

May today there be peace within.
May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.

Susan notes: See the end for attribution.

For the longest time, it seemed to me that my life was just about to start. My real life; the one in which I would be happy.

But there was always seemed to be some obstacle along the way, an ordeal to get through, work to be finished, time to be given, bills to be paid.

Thanks to the Daily Om.

If you feel shy or awkward in social situations, know that many others are probably feeling the same way too.

If you‚ve ever been to a social gathering where you‚ve felt awkward and uncomfortable, chances are you are not alone.

Thanks to Daily Om

There is nothing in your life that cannot be overcome; whatever the situation or problem, there is always a solution.

When our next best course of action seems unclear, any dilemmas we face can appear insurmountable.

Yet there is nothing we cannot overcome. 

Susan notes: I love how these Daily Om messages often speak to me directly... so many life lessons to learn, so little time to learn them!

Disappointment provides us a bridge from expectations to acceptance of reality, wisdom, and the energy to begin again.

Whenever we do something in life with an expectation of how we would like it to turn out, we risk experiencing disappointment. 

Thanks to the Daily Om.

We all have a story to tell whether we publish it or keep it for just ourselves or family; allow yourself to be heard.

Everyone, at one time or another, has wanted to express his or her story.

Writing a memoir to read privately, share with family or friends, or publish is an emotionally satisfying way to gain perspective on your experiences while sharing your unique voice.