Running for or holding public office these days is no light task.

It seems as if every square inch of philosophical and political turf is in constant turmoil. Still, holding public office can be a noble calling.

If you're thinking of ever running for office, the affirmations below impact your subconscious mind and ensure that you follow the directions you give it. By stating out loud or quietly to yourself each of these affirmations, you'll be better able to serve your constituents and execute your tasks and responsibilities.

 * I choose to be a public servant.
 * I choose to engage in public service I enjoy.
 * I choose to volunteer on a regular basis.
 * I choose to spend my free time devoted to worthy causes.
 * I choose to keep time available to honor requests for public service.

 * I choose to recognize that the more I give, the more I get.
 * I choose to speak for my constituents.
 * I choose to champion the causes of people in need.
 * I choose to participate in government at the local, state, or national level.
 * I choose to be an innovative yet compassionate public servant.

 * I choose to seek the highest office of which I am capable of rendering service.
 * I choose to draw energy from my time devoted to public service.
 * I choose to look forward to greater opportunities in public service.
 * I choose to engage in work that helps others.
 * I choose to engage in work that helps society.