It Starts in the Heart

I woke up early this morning (3 am) thanks to the prednisone.  So I decided to make used of my time and study the scriptures.  I learned a valuable lesson this morning.  In the Book of Mormon, the prophet Alma teaches us about pride in th fourth chapter of his book.  In the fifth chapter, he gives us the formula to eliminate pride.  CHANGE!!!  it's the ability to look at yourself honestly, and ask the life probing questions, "How am I doing?  What can I do better?"  This change has to start in the HEART! 
Pride is an interesting thing.  It is manifested by the people on top looking down with the "holier than thou" attitude; the people on the bottom looking up withe the "you think you're cooler than me" mind set.  But that is people to people pride.  What about person to affliction pride.  How many of us have asked the question, "What did I do to deserve this?"  It is the question that says that you are too good for the trial given you.
Are any of us too good for a trial?  Even the Savior Himself explained that all trials are for our good.  He suffered for us; for not only our sins and mishaps, but also our physical imperfections, infirmities, anguishes, and anxieties.  Are we better than He who was perfect? 
Pride is the great prisoner.  Pride is the limiter.  It's the reason for all unneeded suffering. 
Change gives us liberty from Satan.  it gives us the opportunity to learn and grow.
There is a reason for our suffering and trials.  If you find yourself wallowing in self pity, CHANGE!!  It starts in your heart.  Choose to be happy!