Initially I felt a little sad when I read the opening sentence of Scroll V.
I will live this day as if it is my last.
The Greatest Salesman in the World, Og Mandino, Chapter Twelve, Page 73
I think it was my old blueprint resisting thinking about death. However, I persisted and soon found great wisdom in the text.
Yesterday is buried forever…
The Greatest Salesman in the World, Og Mandino, Chapter Twelve, Page 74
That inspired me to release the unpleasant things that have occurred and to learn from them. By forgetting and forgiving myself and others I will be able to live in the now, which is the only place I can be.
Should I concern myself over events which I may never witness.
The Greatest Salesman in the World, Og Mandino, Chapter Twelve, Page 74
As a nurse I was trained to be prepared for the worse case scenario. Some of that training has occasionally spilled into my personal life causing worry and imaginings of the worse. As I am in the process of observing my thoughts and changing them, I can see clearly that worry is a waste of the precious time we are given.
Is this another opportunity for me to become the (wo)man I know I can be?
The Greatest Salesman in the World, Og Mandino, Chapter Twelve, Page 75
Yes! I know that there is Unlimited Potential within me and I will use my time and energy to become the best woman I can be.
I am a (wo)man of love and today is my last chance to prove my love and my greatness.
The Greatest Salesman in the World, Og Mandino, Chapter Twelve, Page 76
Another reminder to live my life with love in my heart for myself and all humanity. After all, what I focus on grows and I choose to focus on love, spreading it wherever I go.
Og finishes the scroll with the statement:
And if it is not, I shall fall to my knees and give thanks.
The Greatest Salesman in the World, Og Mandino, Chapter Twelve, Page 77
So, what I initially thought of as a somewhat morbid opening statement for the chapter, in actuality contained several points of optimism. By doing my best every day, as if it is my last, I will live life from the higher vibration of love and in deep gratitude for the splendid gift that it is.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings. Love how you are using today’s gift.
Great job Carmen of weaving Scroll V into your every day life. What great lessons you have gleaned and shared with us.
Great comment
Agreed
Great blog post. I can relate to all of it. Living in my now is a great gift to myself.
Your post pulls the reading together and makes it so clear. Thankful for the day! Do it now! We are not promised the next day. Thank you for your blog post!
Awesome analysis of scroll V, it is certainly food for thought.
The peace of having eternal life in your soul is so inspiring. You are leaving a legacy for all of us to follow with your thoughts. You give so much love!
Great how you wove your feelings in with Scroll V. It sure does give us a lot of food for thought. Congratulations on Blog of the Week👏👏😊
I was in tears the first time I read scroll V. It was so powerful. This was a very nice blog. I loved what you said about living in a higher vibration of love and in deep gratitude. That is beautiful!
Thank you Carmen. Both an insightful and thoughtful post!
Thank you, Joan. That’s right, the journey not the destiny is our greatest accomplishment.
Thank you, Michael. As a fellow White, you know how important peace of mind is. Love and compassion for oneself and all humanity can bring about astounding changes for ua all.
Thank you, Jill–high vibe and abundant gratitude–it’s the only way for me to be.
It was my pleasure, Davene.
Thank you, Mark. MKE is amazing!
Thank you, Ramona. It’s amazing how powerful being part of a Mastermind can be.
Thank you Marie for all your support as my MKE accountability partner, my business partner, and as a fellow White sister.
Thank you, Myra. Always keep on raising your vibe.
Thank you, Charlie. Isn’t it fun to find the treasures these writings contain!
My pleasure, Robin.
Thank you Terri. I am chipping away at the cement to reveal the golden Buddha.
Thank you so much David. I can feel your positive energy and know you will accomplish your dreams.
Thank you Aurora–making the most of everyday, that’s the all any of us can do.
Thank you Gilli. Sometimes the blog just writes itself.
Love, love, love your inspirational blog Carmen! It was a breath of fresh air!
Luv, luv, LUV this post Carmen! I had similar sentiments … but you write it so well.
Carmen, Love your post! I can feel your enthusiam and joy of living your best life in the Now!
This is so beautiful!
You are definitely vibrating at the highest level possible Carmen.
I am so grateful and humbled to see your light shining brightly and radiantly for all the world to see.
May you be given the deepest desires of your heart and may all your plans succeed.
That is great insight into how you are using your power to create your inner self and being a greater you!
Beautiful post. Thank you for sharing.
Great share! You got my mind reflecting and taking a deeper dive.
Thanks for crafting this blog Carmen. So great to read that you are raising your vibration and you becoming the best woman you can be. Very inspiring. 🌸
What an honor it is to know you, Carmen. I remember when we began MKE, we both thought that writing a blog a week was going to be a stretch. And now look…Wow.
Thank you, Carmen! This is beautiful. You are raising your vibrations with your thoughts and words and raising the rest of us as well!
I love this… so important to stay in the say
Mahalo for sharing these wonderful Ruminations
Carmen – Absolutely, every day is a new opportunity to showcase your greatness and share love. Keep that high vibration and gratitude flowing! #LiveWithPurpose #Gratitude #HighVibration
Carmen, your peaceful reflections on MKE Week 19 resonate deeply. Your clear perspective on Og Mandino’s wisdom is truly enlightening. I admire your inventive approach to releasing the past and embracing the present, living in the now with a balanced mindset. Your self-regulated thoughts beautifully align with the positive affirmations from Scroll V, emphasizing the power of love and gratitude. Your commitment to becoming the best version of yourself radiates through your words. Keep spreading the positivity and love, Carmen! #PeacefulMind #InspirationalQuotes #HappinessIsHere #MasterKeyExperience #Thereisnothinglikeit
Hi Carmen, Love, and Gratitude are great accomplishments. You’re journey is the greatest accomplishment