What will we contribute to our world? That's a a heavy duty question. We're not all in a position to donate large amounts of money, or to use our influence to make major changes. But we can all make a difference. A small action could lead to bigger consequences. Give someone your smile today. Withhold judgement when talking to (or about) others. Be enthusiastic about a friend or relative's ideas. Pick up a piece of garbage that isn't yours. Drop a gold coin into a hat you've been trying hard to ignore. Let a car into your traffice lane with a friendly wave. Hold the lift doors open for someone in a hurry. Perform a random act of kindness.
I've often heard the saying "Giving is it's own reward". It's true, because is makes us feel better about ourselves. Give something today and feel better about yourself.
Monday 30 April 2012
Thursday 19 April 2012
Give Yourself a Break - Part 2
How has your week been? Have you enjoyed your life over the last 7 days? Do you like who you are?
Are you living the life you desire?
Or are you listening to the voice in your head that tells you that you can't? That you're useless? That you're stuck where you are?
Please give yourself a break and start changing that voice. We all have an inner critic looking over our shoulder providing a running commentary. Most of it is uncomplimentary. But you can actually change that voice and begin to move towards the things you want. Every time you hear or say those negative words about yourself, change the sentence to something good. Every person has talent, ability and strength. Give yourself a break and find yours.
Are you living the life you desire?
Or are you listening to the voice in your head that tells you that you can't? That you're useless? That you're stuck where you are?
Please give yourself a break and start changing that voice. We all have an inner critic looking over our shoulder providing a running commentary. Most of it is uncomplimentary. But you can actually change that voice and begin to move towards the things you want. Every time you hear or say those negative words about yourself, change the sentence to something good. Every person has talent, ability and strength. Give yourself a break and find yours.
Tuesday 10 April 2012
Give Yourself a Break
Busy, busy, busy! Phone calls, texts, blogs, radio, TV, newspapers, internet, emails, children, family, work mates all clamouring for your attention. Feeling pressured? No wonder!
Starting today, find some minutes in your day to switch off. Lucky enough to be in the car by yourself? Turn off the music or news. Don't think. Give your brain a rest. Taking public transport? Listen to relaxing music, or go for the "white noise" earphones. Sit in your car for a few minutes and do nothing before rushing off.
Look for spaces in your routine. Be creative and use those few precious minutes for downtime. Let your mind float. Ignore everything.
Go on - give yourself a break!
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