Affirmations: ..I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE .. To all the things that are good about me.... And I shall from this day forward, No longer try to be everything to everybody. Nor will I be someone I'm not. I shall no longer use all my energies to fulfill the dreams of others while mine go unattended. I shall use my assertive right to take charge of my life. I shall never again know guilt, for this pain is self-chosen. I shall fight the manipulators and their ploys by standing up for myself and my ideals. I shall insist upon being treated with dignity and demand goodness in my life. I shall speak the truth quietly and clearly, and listen to others. I shall be the judge of my behavior, thoughts and emotions, and I shall be responsible for them. I shall challenge put downs. I shall destroy negative thoughts and fears of rejections. I shall not distress myself with imaginings. I shall be gentle with myself and strive to be happy. I shall live positively. I SHALL BEGIN NOW! Unknown