WHY YOU NEED A HOBBY – IT’S BETTER THAN MEDICINE

Everyone needs a hobby.A hobby is an activity done regularlyin your leisure time for pleasure.Research shows that those who regularlyparticipate in a creative activity,such as a hobby,are happier, healthier, and live longerthan those who do not.Say that again.They’re happier, healthier, and live longer.Wow! That’s quite a testimonial.But there’s more.A hobby gives you purpose, a feelingthat you’re doing something meaningful.It gives you something to do….something to enjoy.It helps fight boredom and depression.It’s better than medicine.And there’s still more.A hobby builds your self-confidence.The more you work on it the more competentyou become….and the more competent youbecome the better you feel about yourself.You … Continue reading WHY YOU NEED A HOBBY – IT’S BETTER THAN MEDICINE

GET OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE AND GROW: 10 KEYS TO PERSONAL GROWTH

1. Nothing grows in a comfort zone. You can only grow ifyou work on self-awareness and be willing to change.2. Plan to grow your entire life. Never stop learning.Success and happiness in life is measured not by how much you achieve in life but by how much you grow as a person.3. Whereas some experiences in life will bring you challenges and some will bring you joy, allexperiences have the potential to bring you growth.4. Never compare yourself to other people. You will experience disappointment. Only compare yourselfto the person you used to be.5. To know yourself is knowledge. To … Continue reading GET OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE AND GROW: 10 KEYS TO PERSONAL GROWTH

THE SEARCH FOR YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF: FINDING THE REAL YOU

People put so much effort into trying to bewho they think they should be,or who they believe they need to beto please others and be acceptedthat their authentic self gets buried under layers and layers of thefictional roles they feel they have to play. One of the greatest achievements you can make in life is to discover your authentic self and have the courage to be who you really are.1. You have only one authentic self.True happiness in life comes only when youallow your authentic self to emergeand you become who you really are.2. Like most people, you have most … Continue reading THE SEARCH FOR YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF: FINDING THE REAL YOU

HOW TO MAKE YOUR WORK MORE ENJOYABLE

Here are some thoughts about how to makeyour work a more enjoyable experience.1. First of all, it’s important to understand thatWork is mental or physical EFFORT done in order to achieve a purpose or result.In other words, work is what you do, not who you are.For example, if you say you are a carpenter,Your work is the EFFORT you put forth to getthe job done. You may not like being a carpenter,but you can feel good about the EFFORT(your work) you put into doing the job.Always focus on your effort.2. Your ideal work is that which allows you toexpress your … Continue reading HOW TO MAKE YOUR WORK MORE ENJOYABLE

THE SEARCH FOR INNER PEACE – HOW YOU CAN ACHIEVE IT

Everyone wants to have Inner Peace,to experience mental and emotional calmness, free of stress and worries, and afeeling of happiness and freedom to just be.Here are a few point to help yo achieve it.1. Realize that no one else can give you peace.it’s up to you to make it happen.2. Focus on viewing and accepting life as it is,not what you think it should be.3. Let go of expectations, especially what youexpect others to do for you to make you happy.Expectations almost always lead to disappointment.4. Let go of the past and any feelings of angerand guilt that you have … Continue reading THE SEARCH FOR INNER PEACE – HOW YOU CAN ACHIEVE IT

WHICH ROAD IN LIFE ARE YOU ON?

There are many different roads in lifeWhich one are you on?Everyone has a unique purpose in life soeveryone is traveling down a unique road.Quite often people travel down one roadfor a while, the try a different one.The goal, of course, is to get on a roadthat takes you where you want to go.While there are many roads, it is thosewho are willing to travel with usthat make the journey worthwhile.Here are several common roadsWhich one are you on?1. The road seeking fulfillment and happiness2 The road in search ofmeaning and purpose in life.3 The road to achievewealth and riches4. The … Continue reading WHICH ROAD IN LIFE ARE YOU ON?

CELEBRATE YOUR LIFE NOW – LIVE YOUR EULOGY

Don’t wait for your eulogyto celebrate what you life WAS.Celebrate now what your life IS.LIVE your eulogy.Celebrate the precious giftyou have been given —your LIFE.Your PURPOSE in lifeis to LIVE your life well,to celebrate the aweof your existence.You take 12 to 20 breaths each minute.Every breath is worth celebratingbecause it means you’re ALIVE.Celebrating your life develops anATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE.Gratitude transforms your outlookon life and helps you appreciatewhat you have —- LIFE. ITSELF.A grateful heart is a happy heart.Be thankful and celebrate allthe special moments in your life,past and present.CELEBRATE YOUR LIFE NOW.LIVE YOUR EULOGY. Continue reading CELEBRATE YOUR LIFE NOW – LIVE YOUR EULOGY

5 IMPORTANT THINGS ON YOUR TO DO LIST

(1) Make the decision to close all doorsthat are leading you to nowhere.Open wide the doors that lead tohappiness, fulfillment and well-being.Choose a path and enjoy the journey.And as you travel, take the time tolisten to nature and admire the rainbows.(2) Write your life story.Much of your story is already written.You can’t change the beginning or part of the middle that is already finished.Work on writing a good ending.Make it your story, not what others think it should be.(3) Be willing to take risks.As you travel down your chosen path,you can’t always play it safe.If you want to reach your … Continue reading 5 IMPORTANT THINGS ON YOUR TO DO LIST

HERE’S WHAT I WISH FOR YOU

Love that is fulfilling, lastingand unconditional.Faith that gives you hope and thestrength to overcome life’s struggles.Dreams that give you purposeand a vision for what can be.Courage to be your own personand stand up for what is right.Compassion to care aboutand serve those less fortunate.Friendships that give you support,good times and much laughter.Perseverance to not give up whenfaced with failures and disappointments.Forgiveness when others cause you hurt and pain.Comfort when you experience loss and need to grieve.Happiness that fills your heartwith contentment and much joy. Continue reading HERE’S WHAT I WISH FOR YOU

HOW HUMAN TOUCH AFFECTS YOUR LIFE — IT MAY SURPRISE YOU

There are three important benefitsyou get from human TOUCH.These are FACTS. Not opinions.1. When humans TOUCH, such as a hug,a pat on the head, or holding hands,it releases the hormone oxytocin.This hormone promotes feel-goodsensations that foster a sense ofwell-being and happiness.There’s more good news aboutthis amazing hormone.It helps inspire positive thinkingand an optimistic outlook on life.It generates feelings of compassionfor others……WOW!2. There’s more. Physical TOUCH increases levels ofdopamine and serotonin which helpyour body relieve stress and anxiety.Who doesn’t want to relieve stress?This works! For real.3. There’s even more good news.Physical TOUCH is known to improveyour immune system and reducediseases such … Continue reading HOW HUMAN TOUCH AFFECTS YOUR LIFE — IT MAY SURPRISE YOU