One of my favorite writers Jeff Haden recently wrote about the Affirmations the Most Successful People Repeat Each and Every Day. His message is simple: What you say is often what you do--especially if you say it to yourself. I thought about re-writing but he said it so well I just had to share! Happy April. 1. "I treat others the way they want to be treated." By treating others the way they want to be treated, my own personal fulfillment grows. I give respect and provide service. I show love, care, compassion, and consideration. I help others feel appreciated. I let others know they are important, that they matter, and that they are valuable. By valuing others, my confidence increases. 2. "I am ever grateful." Gratitude allows happiness to come into my life. I choose to show appreciation for what I have, whom I know, what I can learn, and whom I can help. I define and talk about the things I am grateful for on a daily basis. I know that the No. 1 wa