Things To Remember

So I have this list. It's simple, maybe silly even, but these are things I want to remember, in case there are times when I forget. 
It's actually quite personal, as most of it are things that matter to me deeply. 
But I digress. 

Things To Remember

Never choose to isolate yourself. Separation from someone you love is never the solution.

Always remember that love is a choice. 

Always honor your commitments and be a person of your word. 

Never forget that life is not meant for the temporal, but the eternal, so everything does matter. 

You'll make a difference no matter what you do; make sure it's for the better. 

Discipline in love is what counts, not punishment from anger. 

Never make important choices when you're upset. Make your choices when you are calm. 

Always fight to make things right and to work things out. 

Never be satisfied with giving up, on anything. 

When you want to give up, remember your strength is the Lord's, so get up and keep going. 

Keep your passion for being like Jesus at the front of your mind.

Keep perspective. Always ask the question: why do I do what I do? 

Don't be afraid of doing something no one else understands, sometimes you have to stand alone to make a difference. 

Nothing will ever replace honesty and integrity. They are worth fighting for- even when no one else does. 

Remember it's ok to not have all the answers. 

Don't let your emotions tell you what to do. Make your decisions intentionally, with a clear mind. 

Don't let fear of failure keep you from what you need to do. 

Don't be lazy. Laziness will bring you nothing, and take you nowhere. 

Enjoy life right now. 

When it comes to kids: 

Love means that I will do what it takes to teach my children to be kind, selfless people. 

Remember, love disciplines. 

Don't parent out of your need. What you had, or didn't have. Parent out of what your children need. Know them well enough to do it.