When you are happy you can’t be angry. But you can have a sense of humor. Laughter and happiness are very compatible. When you’re happy there is no room for self pity. You can introspect, but you do it with confidence and hope. You are not afraid when you are happy. You can face danger, and you know that, no matter what the outcome, you will maintain your connection to Spirit. You can’t be happy and hate. There is no room in my heart for prejudice. You can’t be arrogant, or think too highly of yourself, and still be happy. You can’t be ashamed, or think too little of yourself, and still be happy.

I felt shame trying to capture me, and I resisted it. No! I have learned this lesson, I thought. I will be happy! I won’t fall under the spell of shame. There is nothing wrong with me! If I’m not perfect, I don’t have to be perfect! It’s enough to be authentic and honest.

I felt anger trying to capture me and I resisted. Ha-ha, it’s just a joke, let me laugh. Let me see the lips of Spirit smiling. Ah yes, I can drink the joy and escape the anger.

I felt the complainer try to capture me and I resisted. Sure I can whine — there’s always something — but why should I? There’s also always something to be thankful for. I can be grateful! 

I felt fear try to grip me and I resisted. There is danger all around. Living is a dangerous activity. But will I let fear rule me, constrict me, isolate me? No way! Fully knowing the danger, I will be bold! Not foolish, I will take certain sensible precautions, like pray for the will of Spirit, maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle, and find voices of Truth within the deluge of propaganda.