Aspire Magazine: Inspiration for a Woman's Soul.(TM) Aug/Sept 2016 Aspire Mag Full Issue | Page 99

SELF-REFLECTION, SELF-AWARENESS AND GRATITUDE ARE THE KEYS TO YOUR HAPPINESS AND GROWTH. Do you have this dream as well? How long have you been holding onto it? Has this ever been your reality? Are you still wishing and praying? The sad fact is, this will never be the reality for many women because too many of them aren’t willing to cherish, value and pamper themselves. The principles of the Law of Attraction are simple, “Not only do you attract what you think, you attract who you are”. Imagine this, in order for a strong oak tree to grow, you must first plant an acorn. That tiny acorn grows into a mighty tree with deep roots which keep it firmly planted in the ground. Love is very much the same way. You attract who you are. Opposites DON’T attract! If you have a hard time trusting people, how can a man trust you? If you’re not willing to pamper yourself, invest in you and cherish yourself, then why would a man do that for you? This last point really came to life when I was talking to my sweetie. He spoils and cherishes me, so I asked him to share his man wisdom. This is what he said… “I will give, do and pay for what my woman wants if I know she’s willing to do that for herself. I’m here to enhance her life, make it easier but not supplement it. When the crazy/ clingy behavior shows up, I’m out. When I feel good in her presence, I’m ALL in.” Self-reflection, selfawareness and gratitude are the keys to your happiness and growth. Ask yourself: 1 How do you cherish, value and pamper yourself? 2 How do you respect yourself? Do you respect men? 3  ow do you appreciate and H show self-love? Do you appreciate and love men? 4  o you believe a man can D actually want you for your brains and heart? Or, do you have a subconscious belief men only care about sex? 5 Do you trust yourself and your decisions? 6 If you’re looking for “Prince Charming” who protects his Princess, his maiden - a woman w