"Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to the understanding of ourselves." Every person you meet has something special to give you—that is, if you are open to receiving it. Each encounter offers you the gift of greater self-awareness by showing you what you do and don’t accept about yourself. And, in fact, each interaction and each reaction you have to others gives you more information about yourself than about them.Generally, our judgment of others is an extension of our own self-judgment and self-criticism. Today, instead of unconsciously delighting in the ego gratification of judging others, allow your reactions and judgments to help you achieve greater self-understanding. When you use your judgment of others as a mirror to show you the workings of your own mind, every person’s reflection can become a valuable gift, making each person you encounter a teacher and a blessing. Today, drop the judgement and be open to the gift that each person you meet has to offer you.

Just for today, I no longer judge or criticize myself or others. As I release all criticism, judgemental people leave my life. I accept everyone as they are, including myself. I attract only loving people in my life for they are a mirror of who I am. I am doing the best I can and I am enough. I am exactly who I am meant to be right now and everything is always working out for my highest good. And so it is.