Finding Silver Linings and Rainbows

Written and Narrated by Marie T. Russell There's an expression that is used by French-Canadians: "Être né pour un petit pain".  This expression loosely translates into English as "born for a small  loaf of bread". In other words, the sentiment is that one doesn't  deserve better than just a small loaf of bread or bread crumbs. This  attitude is the first block to creating a life of bliss for  ourselves... .the belief that we don't deserve it. You might think  you're not good enough, or that you did something for which you deserve  to be punished, or you're not smart enough, or good looking enough, or  whatever "enough" you feel you are lacking. Whatever the reason, the end  result is that we've then closed the door to a life of abundant joy and  blessings. Aiming High In order to receive the best life has to offer, whether emotionally  or physically, we have to believe we deserve it. We have to be willing  to aim high for what we desire, whether that is in the realm of  relationships, work, money, living situation, etc. If you aim for bread  crumbs, chances are that is what you will get. While aiming high may not  guarantee you will reach the top of the mountain, it at least pretty  much guarantees you won't be stuck at the bottom where the crumbs are. In order to achieve a goal or a dream, we have to... Continue Reading at InnerSelf.com (plus audio/mp3 version of article) Music By Caffeine Creek Band, Pixabay Narrated by Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com About The Author Marie T. Russell is the founder of InnerSelf Magazine (founded 1985). She also produced and hosted a weekly South Florida  radio show, Inner Power, in the 1990s which focused on themes such as  self-esteem, personal growth, and well-being. Her articles focus on  transformation and reconnecting with our own inner source of joy and  creativity. Marie currently is editor and publisher of InnerSelf.com