Do you find yourself sometimes thoughtfully considering the implications of your words and actions and their impact on others and much as yourself??
Today we are looking into the idea of Increased Self-Awareness, which is a form of Self-reflection that allows us to gain insights into our thoughts and actions and lead more thoughtful and considerate lives.
Guiding Text:
Matthew 12:33-37 – ‘“Either make the tree good and its fruit good, or else make the tree bad and its fruit bad; for a tree is known by its fruit. Brood of vipers! How can you, being evil, speak good things? For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things, and an evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth evil things. But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment. For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.”’
Discussion
Thoughtful Reflection involves a deep and intentional examination of your thoughts and feelings. It requires you to consider the implications of your actions and their impact on yourself. You can better understand your motivations, values, and beliefs through thoughtful reflection.
Considerate Reflection: This type of reflection involves considering the perspectives and feelings of others. It requires you to think thoughtfully about how your actions and decisions may affect those around you. By practicing considerate and thoughtful reflection, you can develop empathy, compassion, and a greater sense of connection to others.
- Who and what is the focus of Thoughtful Reflection?
- What is/are the benefit(s) of Thoughtful Reflection?
- Who and what is the focus of Considerate Reflection?
- What is/are the benefit(s) of Considerate Reflection?
- What is/are the benefit(s) of Thoughtful and Considerate Reflections?
Note:
Reflection won’t help you if you don’t cultivate your curiosity and be open to learning.
When Reflecting, the quality of your questions will largely determine the quality of the output from your reflection.
Pop Quiz
Matthew 5:23-24 – ‘Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift. ‘
Using what you have learned today, what was Jesus talking about in the above scripture?
