Creating Peace with Self-respect
Monday Morning Inspiration Peace through Self-Respect, One Step at a Time You know those mornings when you wake up feeling grumpy for no real reason? That was me today. So, I did what I’ve learned to do in those moments—I carved out some quiet time to study, pray, and ponder. I was searching for answers, trying to figure out, *How can I feel better? How do I shift this mood?* As I sat there, with my scriptures open and my thoughts swirling, something gentle but clear came to me—like a whisper to my heart: 'self-respect.' It wasn’t loud or dramatic, but it stopped me in my tracks. It was exactly what I needed to hear. Self-respect, rooted in respectus (Latin for "regard" or "looking back"), is the regard for one’s inherent worth . It requires recognizing your divine potential, setting boundaries, and making choices with personal integrity. Self-respect is the beginning of confidence, resilience, and an enduring sense of value...