Motivational sayings and/or affirmations.

Thank you. I like that one!
 
"There are those who give with joy, and that joy is their reward."
~Kahlil Gibran ("On Giving" The Prophet)
 
"I believe the second half of one's life is meant to be better than the first half. The first half is finding out how you do it. And the second half is enjoying it."
~Frances Lear
 
Today has been a drag because I know tomorrow will be a drag. Instead, of stressing out about all that I have to do tomorrow, I found this quote. It's nice to think about in times like this. I hope you haven't used it already ^_^

The time to relax is when you don't have time for it. ~Attributed to both Jim Goodwin and Sydney J. Harris
 
Tips on how to be an original or your true self:

Know who you are.
Before you can be yourself, you must know who that is, and then be true to that self. Centuries ago Socrates wisely observed that self-knowledge is the pillar of all virtue. Without it nothing else is genuine.


Trust your intuition and instincts.
Part of knowing who you are is trusting your intuition and instincts. We all have an inner gauge that guides us along our most fulfilling path. Look deep within to find the answers to your life. No one is better at knowing what you need and want from life than you. Of course, it is prudent to listen to the advice of family, friends and professionals, but you are the ultimate authority on you. You are unique and original and no one but you can make your decisions for you. To go against that intuition is to go against your fundamental nature and source of satisfaction.

Express yourself by cultivating your own style, tastes and personality.
Many people try to be like those who seem to be popular. Rather than work on developing themselves they try to copy others and lose themselves in the process. Much time is wasted in such pursuits and the results are disillusionment and feelings of failure. When you work on cultivating your own style, tastes and personality, not only are you genuine and authentic, you're more interesting and attractive to others. Let go of fear and embrace your uniqueness. Make your life an expression of who you are.

Believe in yourself and don't worry about what others think.
When you choose the right path for yourself do not allow the opinions of others to distract you. People are good at offering well-intentioned, unsolicited opinions, however only you know what's best for you. Don't let a lack of self-confidence or self-doubt prevent you from pursuing what you know is best for you. Let go of your personal insecurities. If you strive to be someone you're not, you will never be happy. Be yourself. Be proud of who you are. People who have a more positive view of themselves live better, healthier lives.

When you dare to be an original, you dare to be courageous, strong, and vibrant and are willing to realize the full potential of your unique skills and talents.


Benefits of being an original:

You are true to yourself, therefore derive greater personal satisfaction and fulfillment.

You are more noticed, interesting, and attractive to others.

You are willing to take risks, think originally and be creative, therefore are open to greater career opportunities and advancement.

Due to a willingness to let go of convention, you live life to the fullest and on your terms.

Whether in your career, the arts, or in your community, you offer a fresh, new, diverse perspective.

You are usually a trailblazer, set new trends and discover new ways of doing things.
 
"I had the blues because I had no shoes until upon the street, I met a man who had no feet."
~Ancient Persian Saying

"Whenever you fall, pick something up." ~Oswald Avery
 
"We have to learn to be our own best friends because we fall too easily into the trap of being our own worst enemies."
~Roderick Thorp, Rainbow Drive
 
“I prefer the folly of enthusiasm to the indifference of wisdom.”

~Anatole France (French Writer, member of the French Academy and Nobel Prize for Literature in 1921, 1844-1924)
 
"There cannot be a sense of abundance or the experience of prosperity without appreciation. You cannot find beauty unless you appreciate beauty. You cannot find friendship unless you appreciate others. You cannot find love unless you appreciate loving and being loved. If you wish abundance, appreciate life."
~William R. Miller
 
"If you live long enough, you'll make mistakes. But if you learn from them, you'll be a better person. It's how you handle adversity, not how it affects you. The main thing is never quit, never quit, never quit."

~Bill Clinton
 
"When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure."
~Peter Marshall
 
"Every morning is a fresh beginning. Every day is the world made new. Today is a new day. Today is my world made new. I have lived all my life up to this moment, to come to this day. This moment--this day--is as good as any moment in all eternity. I shall make of this day--each moment of this day--a heaven on earth. This is my day of opportunity."
~Dan Custer
Whoah- I was feeling a little down, but how could you be after reading that!
 
"If you want something badly enough, make an attempt. If you want to paint, get a brush and do it. If you want to sing, sing. A lot of people get scared. They're afraid to fail. Take that word out of your vocabulary. You don't "fail." You've "tried your best.""
~Jane Seymour
 
Affirmation card today-
When I make a mistake I realise that it is only part of the learning process.

As I forgive myself, it becomes easier to forgive others.

 
"When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive- to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love."
~Marcus Aurelius.
I don't feel at all well today so this one was good to read & ponder. After all, all I have is a cold!
 
....albeit a man cold!!

"Follow the path of the unsafe, independent thinker. Expose your ideas to the dangers of controversy. Speak your mind and fear less the label of 'crackpot' than the stigma of conformity. And on issues that seem important to you, stand up and be counted at any cost."
~Thomas J. Watson

Today I emailed our Prime Minister to congratulate her on committing to saving Tasmania's forests. I sign a petition when it's an issue I feel strongly about- usually about once or twice a week.
Commit, speak up, protest at injustice, lobby your politicians, fight racism!
 
You have a big heart
 
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