Life – Page 48 – Personal Growth Cafe

January 22, 2019February 21, 2018

Life provides abundant opportunities for laughter.

I know that laughter is good for both my body and mind, so I make a point of cultivating humor in my life.

Sometimes humor comes to me in flashy neon pink, billboard-style, and can’t be missed.

But much of the time the laughter in my life springs from everyday things: a child first learning to kick a ball or a cat chasing her shadow.

I slow down and pay attention to what is going on around me so that I do not miss out on these moments.

If my daughter paints her face with my lipstick, I can wail about the waste or moan about the necessary clean up.

Or I can laugh at her youthful silliness and grab my camera, choosing to relish this special moment.

I can choose to laugh at myself, too.

By seeing the humor in my occasional mishaps, I avoid taking myself too seriously and keep minor annoyances in perspective.

Such obvious enjoyment of life makes me more approachable to others and leads to better and more productive relationships.

I let go of the idea that life must always be serious.

I create opportunities to seek out people who also see the humorous side of life.

I indulge in comedy often, knowing that hearty laughter makes me healthier in my body, mind, and spirit.

How often do you respond with humor at your own mistakes?

What activity can you plan that will bring some extra laughter to your life?

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January 21, 2019February 21, 2018

In my book of life, personal time equals productive time.

Giving myself personal time is a terrific gift.

I have learned that personal time allows me to be more productive.

Having the time to focus on the things I want to accomplish is important.

Personal time allows me to address the tasks I have set for myself.

In order to actively pursue my life purpose, I need to devote time to my goals.

Because I am a giving person, it is sometimes hard for me to see that I deserve the same amount of respect that I show to others.

When it is right, I find ways to put myself first.

Since I give myself the time and space to accomplish my goals, I am a better person.

I feel like I am listening to and honoring my true desires.

Time for myself enables me to be the best I can be.

It is a great practice to devote time to my thoughts and goals.

Personal time allows me to maximize my productivity.

My book of life is designed to help me become a complete person.

I make time for others and myself.

When I give myself personal time, I use that time fully.

Because personal time equals productive time, I am able to achieve my goals and devote more time to my family and friends.

When I am available to others, I am alive with energy.

My time alone has refreshed my life view and filled me with renewed passion. In my book of life, personal time is priceless.

What do you hope to accomplish during your personal time?

How can you maximize the productivity of your personal time?

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January 21, 2019February 21, 2018

We are rarely proud when we are alone. – Voltaire

January 20, 2019February 21, 2018

Pick battles big enough to matter and small enough to win. – Jonathan Kozol

January 20, 2019February 21, 2018

I work smartly. I seize the opportunity to conquer easy tasks first.

I focus on completing the easier parts of my task first because I know that doing so builds momentum and paves the way for success.

Starting with the least challenging parts of any project allows me to learn gradually without jeopardizing the entire task.

By starting with the simple tasks, I am training myself so I will be ready to handle greater challenges down the road.

When I accomplish a task, I grant myself the precedence of success on which I can build upon.

The work may get more challenging, but my subconscious mind will remember the thrill of achievement and I will be motivated to push harder toward my goals.

I also ward off discouragement by being able to show myself that I am capable of accomplishing concrete goals.

When progress gets more complicated, I can refer back to my previous successes for encouragement and remind myself of what I have already achieved.

Also, I am fully aware of the power of momentum.

When I get the ball rolling, it’s far more likely to stay in motion.

Likewise, once I get started on a project, I am already well on my way to success.

How do you set yourself up for success?

What easy tasks could you complete in order to build momentum?

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January 19, 2019February 21, 2018

I trust in my ability to relax. I am calm and peaceful.

I believe that my natural state is one of peacefulness.

Getting diverted from my natural state is like damming up a river.

When I let go of built-up negative thoughts and tensions, I release the waters of my peaceful nature to flow freely.

I allow myself to open up so my mind and spirit can return to their original purpose.

The more I do this, the easier it becomes.

A river, released, may hit against rocks or snags, but it either pushes them aside or incorporates them as it surges forward.

Eventually, it returns to the bed it came from and digs itself even deeper into the banks and river bottom.

My mind is the same way.

Once released, I sit back and allow myself to return to my natural state of peace and calm, without concern for obstacles that may appear in my way.

Sometimes, when I first relax, I feel a surge of tension, like debris tossed up by roiling water.

Yet as I relax, the river of my peaceful self washes all of that downstream, away from me.

I open myself up to the cleansing power of peace.

What methods of relaxation work best for you?

In what ways do you open yourself up to peace?

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January 19, 2019February 21, 2018

I do not dwell on my mistakes, I learn from them.

January 18, 2019February 21, 2018

I surround myself with positive people and positive thoughts at all times.

I surround myself with positive people because I know that my friends and colleagues affect my thoughts; my thoughts direct my actions; and my actions determine the outcome of my life.

I realize that I am bound to rub elbows with some negative people in the course of my work or my interactions within the community.

However, when I choose people as partners, employees or friends, I make a point of choosing people who lift me up and encourage me to see the possibilities in life.

We all have challenges in life.

Some of us have more than others, but none of us is immune to having logs fall across our path.

Anyone can stand around and cluck at the log, and lots of people are more than willing to stand there and offer sympathy.

But the people I call my friends are the ones who go for the chainsaw and help me clear the road.

My best friends are those who go a step further and use the wood to build a house or a bridge.

They see the opportunity in every challenge and find a way to draw that out!

Because I am much more than a victim of circumstances, I surround myself with people who feel the same way and help me make the most of whatever life sends my way.

How often do you put careful thought into choosing whom you spend time with?

How are the people you surround yourself with dragging you down or building you up?

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