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

10 QUALITIES of EFFECTIVE RELATIONSHIPS: HOW TO IMPROVE YOURS

All relationships can be improved Here are 10 qualities of effective relationships.Choose a relationship you want to improveand then decide which of the following qualitiesthat particular relationship needs to make it better.Start with that quality and give it your best effort.1. Do for the other person what you would likethat person to do for you.This is the Golden Rule of Relationships. It works.It overcomes obstacles and conflicts and creates miracles.2. Let go of all expectations.Expectations kill relationships. Don’t keep reminding the other person what you “expect”them to do. Let love be what motivates them to act.3. Love unconditionally.Let the other … Continue reading 10 QUALITIES of EFFECTIVE RELATIONSHIPS: HOW TO IMPROVE YOURS

DOES YOUR SELF-CONFIDENCE NEED A BOOST? TRY THIS.

What is this thing called self-confidencethat everyone struggles with at times?Basically, it’s the belief you have aboutyour own ability, what you believeyou are capable of doing.When your confidence in yourself is lacking,what can you do to boost it?1. The first thing to do is recognize howa lack of confidence affects your life.It makes it difficult for you to accomplishthe things you are capable of doing.It causes you to procrastinate, to put thingsoff because you fear you won’t be able todo them satisfactorily, or at all.Remember, in order for others to see howcompetent you are, you have to see it in … Continue reading DOES YOUR SELF-CONFIDENCE NEED A BOOST? TRY THIS.

HOW IS A PERSON’S BEAUTY LIKE A BUTTERFLY?

The little first grade student went toher art teacher with tears in her eyes.”Why are you crying?” the teacher asked.The little girl held up a blank sheet of paperand said, “My daddy said I was beautifuland I wanted to draw it. But I don’t knowwhat beautiful looks like?”The art teacher picked up the little girland put her on her lap and said,”You have asked a very profound question,young lady. Let me see if I can answer it.Have you ever seen a butterfly?”The little girl nodded her head yes.”Well,” the teacher said, “people look atbutterflies and see all the different patternsand … Continue reading HOW IS A PERSON’S BEAUTY LIKE A BUTTERFLY?

LIFE NEEDS MORE WINNERS – WHAT YOU CAN DO TO BE ONE

Being a winner has more to do with ATTITUDEthan talent or IQ. With a positive attitude anddetermination, you will be able to achieve thefollowing points and BE A WINNER1. It all starts with VISION. You have to have aclear picture of what it is you want to accomplish and a strong desire to achieve it.2. BELIEVE in yourself. Be confident that youcan do it, that you have what it takes.Rid yourself of doubts and distractions3. Set GOALS of how you’re going to achieveyour vision, and then attack your goals, one at a time. Visualize the process as well asthe goal, … Continue reading LIFE NEEDS MORE WINNERS – WHAT YOU CAN DO TO BE ONE

WHICH FIRSTS IN YOUR LIFE DO YOU RECALL?

It’s amazing how many firststhere are in our lives.How many of these do you recall?First smile….first tooth….first step.First hug….first toy…first book.First birthday….first fear….first illness.First bicycle….first friend….first pet.First school….first day of school….first teacher.First report card….first failure….first victory.First crush….first date….first love.First sleepover….first dance….first kiss.First movie….first argument….first car.First disappointment….first loss….first funeral.First job….first paycheck….first vacation.First home….first child….first conflict.First wrinkle….first gray hair.First prayer.Never, never stop having FIRSTS. Continue reading WHICH FIRSTS IN YOUR LIFE DO YOU RECALL?

IN THE MIDST OF HARDSHIPS WE BECOME STRONG

In the midst of all the hardships we face in life —Be it personal loss that leaves usfeeling like we’ll never get over it,like we’ll never get rid of those darkclouds that keep hanging around;Be it separation that fills our lifewith emptiness and leaves us hurtingand grasping for meaning and purpose; Be it illness that takes a toll onour mind and body and eats awaya our hope for health and well-being;Be it conflict that creates painand heartache and crushes our spirit;Be it anything that tries to defeat us,wear us down, make us want to give up —It is in the … Continue reading IN THE MIDST OF HARDSHIPS WE BECOME STRONG

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

IT’S AMAZING WHAT THE FLAG CAN DO

Proudly I watch the flag flying there,in freedom blowing in the summer air.’Tis but cloth in red and white and blue,but it’s amazing what the flag can do.It can inspire the braveto fight for a cause,lead them into battleat whatever the cost.It can speak loudly,it can whisper a sigh.It can silence a crowd,bring tears to the eye.It can cause the peopleto proudly sighas this unfurled clothgoes passing by.Oh, the things this flag can do.The red, the white, and the blue. \\\\ ]]] Continue reading IT’S AMAZING WHAT THE FLAG CAN DO