We are all faced with challenges daily. We will continue to struggle in the midst of adversity.
Overcoming adversity is a one step process- keep moving forward. No matter what the obstacle, if you want the just reward, then you must persevere. You must continue putting one foot in front of the other.
It is easy to quit. Though it is not easy to accept the consequences of defeat. Yet there will and cannot be defeat if we continue to move forward.
Thought for the Day- I will Persist Until I Succeed
Og Mandino-The Greatest Salesman In the World
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Never Lose Hope
When the bills become overwhelming- 48 hour electricity cut-off notices, low on food, no more diapers- or when things just don't seem to be lining up for you. These are the dark moments in life where it can seem almost impossible to see through the dark cloud to a brighter day.
Life is not always easy, and definitely harder for some. Despite the situation, we always have a choice. We may not like the outcome or be satisfied with our decision, but we always have a choice.
Hope is the one thing, amidst all situations in our lives that we can hold on to. It may seem grim but there is always hope.
Don't be afraid to have hope, to dream of something better- a better life. Miracles happen all the time, just look at a newborn baby and you'll know what I'm talking about.
Thought for the Day- Never lose hope, even in the darkest of moments
Life is not always easy, and definitely harder for some. Despite the situation, we always have a choice. We may not like the outcome or be satisfied with our decision, but we always have a choice.
Hope is the one thing, amidst all situations in our lives that we can hold on to. It may seem grim but there is always hope.
Don't be afraid to have hope, to dream of something better- a better life. Miracles happen all the time, just look at a newborn baby and you'll know what I'm talking about.
Thought for the Day- Never lose hope, even in the darkest of moments
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Zen is Doing the Dishes
It are those quiet moments in life when peace is ever present. Even doing a menial task such as the dishes can become a Zen moment.
When we reflect on the moments in life when we were most at peace, it is often overlooked without question those moments of true bliss that go overlooked that can only be found in the present.
Go do your dishes and you will know what I'm talking about.
Thought For the Day- Washing dishes is not only a Zen exercise, but you get the dishes clean too.
-Robert Allen
When we reflect on the moments in life when we were most at peace, it is often overlooked without question those moments of true bliss that go overlooked that can only be found in the present.
Go do your dishes and you will know what I'm talking about.
Thought For the Day- Washing dishes is not only a Zen exercise, but you get the dishes clean too.
-Robert Allen
Monday, February 28, 2011
Don't Forget Yourself
I think we've all compromised ourselves at one time or another. Maybe you went along with the crowd or dressed a certain way or listened to a certain type of music.
We all want to be liked, to fit in; but at what cost? Is it worth losing ourselves in hopes of making friends or getting others to like us?
I think these type of things happen more specifically in adolescence; searching for acceptance or the right clique. It's too bad there wasn't a class that taught the coolness of being you.
You are the only 'You'. You are unique- there has never been another you nor will there ever be another you.
When you think about yourself in those terms...Man 'You' are pretty freakin cool, right?
If you've found that you lost yourself somewhere along the way or never really found 'You', spend sometime alone. Re-evaluate who you are and what it is you want out of life-what type of people you want to hang with-what type of clothes you want to wear. Don't be a people pleaser-f that, be your own 'You'.
Take time to enjoy you-you are a rockstar...even if no one else knows it.
Thought for the Day
We forfeit three-fourths of ourselves in order to be like other people.-Arthur Schopenhauer
We all want to be liked, to fit in; but at what cost? Is it worth losing ourselves in hopes of making friends or getting others to like us?
I think these type of things happen more specifically in adolescence; searching for acceptance or the right clique. It's too bad there wasn't a class that taught the coolness of being you.
You are the only 'You'. You are unique- there has never been another you nor will there ever be another you.
When you think about yourself in those terms...Man 'You' are pretty freakin cool, right?
If you've found that you lost yourself somewhere along the way or never really found 'You', spend sometime alone. Re-evaluate who you are and what it is you want out of life-what type of people you want to hang with-what type of clothes you want to wear. Don't be a people pleaser-f that, be your own 'You'.
Take time to enjoy you-you are a rockstar...even if no one else knows it.
Thought for the Day
We forfeit three-fourths of ourselves in order to be like other people.-Arthur Schopenhauer
Saturday, February 26, 2011
The Present-Live There
Relish memories from the past; cherish them, but don't live there.
- Jason Hill
It's easy to get caught up in the past. Earlier tonight, my kids were rockin out to some Ton Loc on Youtube...man it took me back. Being a product of the 90's, that was right up my alley.
I started to think about my childhood and the innocence of a 12 year old boy. Those were good times; the best of times. Then it was time to eat dinner and I caught myself still reminiscing. There's nothing wrong with reminiscing, but sometimes we start down that path and end up regretting certain decisions or actions we chose.
Don't live in regret. Don't live in the past or the future. Living in either robs us of our truest gift...The Present- live there.
- Jason Hill
It's easy to get caught up in the past. Earlier tonight, my kids were rockin out to some Ton Loc on Youtube...man it took me back. Being a product of the 90's, that was right up my alley.
I started to think about my childhood and the innocence of a 12 year old boy. Those were good times; the best of times. Then it was time to eat dinner and I caught myself still reminiscing. There's nothing wrong with reminiscing, but sometimes we start down that path and end up regretting certain decisions or actions we chose.
Don't live in regret. Don't live in the past or the future. Living in either robs us of our truest gift...The Present- live there.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Serenity: Peace Within the Storm
"Serenity is not freedom from the storm, but peace within the storm"- unknown
When we accept things for what they are rather than go against the natural flow of things, then we can begin to realize true peace within our lives.
It's not about the situation, no matter; it's how we react. Be present in all that you do and you will find serenity.
When we accept things for what they are rather than go against the natural flow of things, then we can begin to realize true peace within our lives.
It's not about the situation, no matter; it's how we react. Be present in all that you do and you will find serenity.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Finding Courage
Courage does not always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, "I will try again tommorrow."- Mary Anne Radmacher
We are often faced with difficult decisions; fearful of action or situation. True courage does not mean that fear is not present. It means moving forward in spite of fear.
We are often faced with difficult decisions; fearful of action or situation. True courage does not mean that fear is not present. It means moving forward in spite of fear.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
I will Persist Until I Succeed
"If I Persist I will Succeed"-- An affirmation from 'The Greatest Salesman in the World' by Og Mandino
I'm sure this too has been said before or said somewhat different--the message is clear and is unwavering. Any task in life can be accomplished with persistence. Any dream can be realized with effort.
In other words--Hard Work Pays Off!
I'm sure this too has been said before or said somewhat different--the message is clear and is unwavering. Any task in life can be accomplished with persistence. Any dream can be realized with effort.
In other words--Hard Work Pays Off!
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