As Good As Your Word

Thursday's inspirational thoughts for a happy and fulfilling day.   [View Online]( INSPIRATION [As Good As Your Word]( We forget how powerful our words are, and when we make promises, it is up to us to make sure we keep our words sacred. Ever since human beings could speak to one another, they have been making promises. Those who keep their promises are regarded as people of integrity. Those who don’t keep their promises are regarded as people who, at best, can’t be taken seriously and, at worst, can’t be trusted. Sometimes we forget how powerful our words are, and we use them haphazardly or unconsciously, creating expectations that are never fulfilled and leaving disappointment and distrust in our wake. On an even deeper level, there are promises we may have made to ourselves that we don’t remember because they have slipped into our unconscious. An early heartache may have been followed by a promise never to trust love again. Without realizing it, we may be fulfilling that promise and wondering why our love life looks so grim. At an even deeper level, many people who recall past lives become aware that they made a promise lifetimes ago that they are still keeping. For example, a vow of poverty taken in a lifetime as a monk may be holding someone back from fulfilling their earning potential now. Upon realizing that we have made a promise that we no longer wish to be beholden to, we can perform a ritual of requesting release from that bond. In doing so, we clear ourselves of outmoded connections and patterns, returning ourselves to a clean slate. Then, we can resolve to remember that our word is sacred and to be very conscious of any promises we make to ourselves or to others. We may ask to be released from any promises made to ourselves or others in our present, past, or future lives that are holding us back from fulfilling our greatest good. We may ask that love, light, and healing be sent to any souls who have suffered from our inability to be true to our word, including ourselves. We can ask for the wisdom to do our best and from this point forward to be true to our word, promising only what we truly intend to deliver. The resulting clear conscience and liberated energy will illustrate this truth: We are only as good as our word. ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all.   DailyOM Companion Course [Healing the Father Wound to Stop Self-Sabotage]( Release yourself from stories of blame and judgment, break cycles of generational trauma, cultivate greater intimacy in your relationships, and meet your most courageous authentic self as you embark on a journey to heal the father wound. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Feng Shui to Release Unhealthy Emotions]( - [Bone Health: Holistic Exercises to Increase Balance, Flexibility, and Strength]( - [The One-and-Done Fat-Burning Workout]( - [Heal Yourself With Polyvagal Therapy]( Recommended For You [Holistic Habits for Lasting Weight Loss]( [Learn More]( [Meditations to Unravel Old Patterns and Reshape Your Brain]( [Learn More]( [Overcoming Body Stiffness]( [Learn More]( [Yoga Stretches for Beginners]( [Learn More]( [Meditations When You Are Freaking Out Over Money]( [Learn More]( [How to Overcome Depression]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [10-Minute Exercises for Cortisol Control]( 2. [No Sit-Ups Ab Workout]( 3. [Go Sleeveless in 14 Days]( 4. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 5. [Meditative Painting to Heal Your Life]( 6. [Fit and Fierce Over 40]( 7. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 8. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( 9. [Heal Yourself With Polyvagal Therapy]( 10. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2024 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.