It seems as if most of us have been searching for peace amongst the chaos that has been surrounding us for months, perhaps for years. However, most of us are looking for that peace in all the wrong places, things and people. However, when you recognize that life is your mirror, you can begin to understand that the outer chaos merely represents your mental state. And, when you can quiet your inner chaos, your outer chaos will also dissipate. It is only from cultivating an inner calm and centeredness that you will be able to transcend above any outer chaos. Today, is the day that you stop searching, seeking and wishing your way towards inner peace. Instead, begin by really using your affirmations, replacing the running inner dialogue of anger, frustration and fatalistic thoughts. Next, create a regular time during which you consciously choose to quiet your mind through whatever type of meditation works for you-watching tv, listening to podcasts and talking to your friends or therapist does not count as meditation. Meditation is about quieting your mind. No more excuses, you cannot create peace through your monkey mind. Today, remember, the outer world is a mirror of our inner world. If you can tame the inner beast inside, the dramas in your outer world will subside.

Just for today, I recognize that when I create peace, harmony and balance in my mind, I will find it in my life. The inner creates the outer, always. Because I keep myself centered in peace, I have peace in my outer world. I am the only power in my world and I create a peaceful, joyful fulfilling life. I am at peace and everything is working out for my highest good. And so it is.