Become ready to change and advance
Begin a mental examination and compile a written list of what you do want from life. Examine this list every day for thirty days, adding and subtracting from it as needed. Identify causes and reasons for success and failure, and try to eliminate the habits associated with failure. Take an honest look at your track record over the years. Become ready to change and advance, stepping toward a revitalized and better life.
While working on your list, be willing to forgive yourself and others. If you must, pray for forgiveness toward or from others every day for thirty days. Pray for yourself, and pray for people you love, those you hate, the poor, the rich, and the successful.
Pray for health. Most important, pray and express thanks that you have the ability to change and grow. Ben Franklin, in his autobiography, used a process called the precept of order, where each day he took time to review his day, set goals, and see where he could improve his actions and character
