PTSD Freedom improved when I revived my sense of moral integrity. I work at living my life with the standards I've chosen and it is important to uphold the principles I believe in. I must focus and search out what I think is important.
People without integrity tend to focus on what they want to do regardless of whether or not it's immoral or causes pain and suffering to others. They simply don't care and are driven by their own impulses and actions. Unfortunately, I've experienced those depressing symptoms.
Living with moral standards help me define ethical standards as well. I take responsibility and do what's right; not what's convenient. I do what's hard and act in spite of my mood! It's time to take back the very core of who I am and who I want to be! I don't play the victim. I don't blame others. My choices become my reality!
I live in the real world. What does integrity mean to you? For me it means: " I do what I say...I mean what I do". If my moral code is challenged, it is my duty to stand up for my beliefs.
I stepped forward. I received help from others I love and trust. I go with the flow but I don't adopt the belief that "anything goes".
Another word for integrity is honor. When I maintain principles, my actions are in line with my sense of honor. I'm not perfect and I make mistakes. But I like to think of mistakes as accidents; not permanent behavior. I learned to simply correct and continue on my journey and I don't beat myself up anymore. I developed a sense of fair play and balance in all that I do. I master self control by respecting myself and by taking responsibility for my actions. I don't act on destructive urges that might hurt others or myself.
I determine what needs improving in my life and take action to improve it. I stay motivated... I keep going...I never give up!!!!
I am just an ordinary man that dealt with extraordinary circumstances. I survived physically and now I'll survive mentally and be happy.
I want to be the person people can count on.
Now I can, because I've given myself permission to let my PTSD past go.
It's always there in the background, but it no longer controls me!!!!
The bottom line: Live with Integrity and Honor
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This post made me think of a quote by my favorite author, Ayn Rand. I though I would share it with you.
"Achievement of your happiness is the only moral purpose of your life, and that happiness, not pain or mindless self-indulgence, is the proof of your moral integrity, since it is the proof and the result of your loyalty to the achievement of your values."
Thank you Allyssa for your comment.
It is a great quote.
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