Chapter 12 – Choosing the Good Life – Choosing to Give the Benefit of Doubt

Gil Hodges

Published on: 23/08/2024

In wrapping up Chapter 12, I invite you to embrace the gentle shift of granting the benefit of the doubt, thereby choosing to see the good before the bad. In a world often overshadowed by skepticism, let's challenge ourselves to respond with optimism, to relish the beauty around, and to view life's offerings as genuine blessings until proven otherwise. Our Father reminds us of the potent freedom we hold—the power to choose. With each choice towards positivity, we unlock a reservoir of joy and energy within. This isn't about naive positivity, but about aligning our heart, mind, soul, and spirit with a benevolent view of the universe, nurturing the good and fostering a garden rich in joy and gratitude. So, when faced with life's intricacies, pause and remember, the choice to sow seeds of optimism is entirely yours. Your heart will feel lighter, and the world will indeed seem brighter.

Choice Meditations

Chapter 11 – Choosing the Good Life - Choosing Joy

Gil Hodges

Published on: 23/08/2024

In Chapter 11, I share a profound realization about the transformative power of choice, inspired by the consistent rising of the sun. Just as we can choose to find beauty in a cloudy sunrise, we have the innate power to choose joy and happiness in our lives, regardless of our circumstances. The choices we make deeply influence our emotional and spiritual well-being. Embracing this understanding can be life-altering. Even in challenging times, we have the authority to align our responses with love, joy, and peace. This isn't just about personal resilience; it's about setting a higher vibration for those around us, becoming beacons of strength and positivity. Remember, choosing joy is an ongoing journey, but one that's profoundly enriching and transformative.

Choice Meditations

Chapter 5 - Choosing the Good Life

Gil Hodges

Published on: 23/08/2024

Choice is the powerful steering wheel of our lives, and we always have one, even when we feel cornered by circumstances. Our mindset and how we react to situations define our journey. Icons like Victor Frankl and Corrie ten Boom exemplified this by choosing hope and resilience even in the direst of circumstances. While life's events are often beyond our control, our response to them isn't. By consciously choosing positivity, love, and hope, we not only uplift our own lives but inspire those around us. Remember, greatness isn't defined by external accomplishments, but by the choices we make every day. So, will you choose a life filled with love, joy, and peace? The decision is yours.

Choice Meditations