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Jun
09
Posted by Mary
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1. First Important Lesson - “Know The Cleaning Lady”
During my second month of college, our professor gave us a pop quiz. I was a conscientious student and had breezed through the questions, until I read the last one: “What is the first name of the woman who cleans the school?”
Surely this was some kind of joke. I had seen the cleaning woman several times. She was tall, dark-haired and in her 50s, but how would I know her name? I handed in my paper, leaving the last question blank. Just before class ended, one student asked if the last question would count toward our quiz grade.
“Absolutely,” said the professor. “In your careers, you will meet many people. All are significant. They deserve your attention and care, even if all you do is smile and say “hello.”
I’ve never forgotten that lesson. I also learned her name was Dorothy.
2. Second Important Lesson - “Pickup In The Rain”
One night, at 11:30 p.m., an older African American woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway trying to endure a lashing rainstorm. Her car had broken down and she desperately needed a ride. Soaking wet, she decided to flag down the next car.
A young white man stopped to help her, generally unheard of in those conflict-filled 1960s. The man took her to safety, helped her get assistance and put her into a taxicab.
She seemed to be in a big hurry, but wrote down his address and thanked him. Seven days went by and a knock came on the man’s door. To his surprise, a giant console color TV was delivered to his home.
A special note was attached. It read: “Thank you so much for assisting me on the highway the other night. The rain drenched not only my clothes, but also my spirits. Then you came along. Because of you, I was able to make it to my dying husband’s bedside just before he passed away. God bless you for helping me and unselfishly serving others.”
Sincerely, Mrs. Nat King Cole.
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May
23
Posted by Mary
I just found a blog that is about a young fellow who wants to find the way to success in life, and he shares a post about procrastination, 20 tips for it.
It includes, loving your work, doing your most important tasks, timing tasks you dont like, and more.
If you procrastinate like any of the rest of the world it is worth checking out.
http://www.scotthyoung.com/blog/2007/05/21/20-procrastination-hacks/
May
20
Posted by Mary
“I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright. I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more. I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive. I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger. I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting. I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess. I wish enough “Hello’s” to get you through the final “Good-bye.”
Great story!
http://www.helpothers.org/story.php?sid=6704
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May
20
Posted by Mary
I found this on my stumbling expedition today. Hope you enjoy it, and if you want to read more stuff like this check out the Secrets of Life Category on the right.
1. Breathe deeply. Take about ten minutes or more every day to quiet the mind by focusing on your breath. You may try five minutes upon awakening and five minutes just before you go to sleep. Or you may prefer the shower or waiting in line to breathe deeply for a few minutes. Wherever you find a few moments in your day, just close your eyes, relax and focus on your breath.
Let your attention follow your breath; slowly in…; slowly out…; now breathe out just a little bit more. Rest a moment. Breathe in. Repeat. Listen to your body. Stay present. Whenever a thought from the past, future or the outside world slips into your consciousness, acknowledge it, agree to ‘deal with it later’ and bring your attention back to your breath. Quietly In… Out… In… Out… Relax. Breathe deeply from deep in the belly.
Whenever you find yourself in a stressful situation and things begin to feel overwhelming, try practicing this or another breathing exercise. Breathe in and out; breathe out just a bit more. Breathe in again. Now you’re better equipped to respond to whatever was compounding your stress level.
2. Feel gratitude. Express your gratitude often; to yourself; your loved ones; your Creator; to those who offer you their assistance throughout your day; to everybody and everything that impacts your life. Feel the emotions that accompany true thankfulness for all that you have right now.
Practice this acknowledgement of gratitude every day. If you’re in a particularly stressful situation, do it often throughout your day and you will notice how quickly things begin to shift.
Twenty-six years ago, when I was six months pregnant with my first daughter, I arrived home to find it surrounded with firefighters, blackened, with a few wisps of smoke still swirling from the door and windows. The surrounding ground with drenched. I had lost everything in there, but even in that moment, it felt like it was somewhat insignificant in the bigger picture of life. I just kept rubbing my tummy and mumbling “It was all just stuff; I have what’s really important to me.†I must have said this, mostly to myself, at least a hundred times over the next few days. I also felt grateful for my friends and loved ones, for strangers who reached out to help, etc. This strong sense of gratitude got me through this very difficult situation.
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Feb
03
Posted by Mary
This is a nice little put together that explains happiness. How material things have nothing to do with it (something with which I completely agree), and the best way to go about getting happy.
Take responsibility for your mistakes. We fear others will dislike us when we make mistakes, so we torture ourselves by trying to hide or deny them. In fact, what people dislike are the excuses and the blame used to cover up mistakes. Owning up to your mistakes shows you care and helps bring resolution and healing.
Helpful:
Forgive yourself first, which is perhaps the biggest hurdle. Mistakes are tough on self-esteem if you aim to be perfect. However, no one gets through life without making a few.
Apologize and rectify the error. Others will welcome your help, and you’ll feel happier with yourself for taking constructive action.
Think of the most recent mistake you’ve made. If you haven’t made amends, it’s probably not too late to say, “I’m sorry.”
Stay in charge of your thoughts and feelings. Although you can’t control events, you can manage your reactions to them. Only you can decide whether to choose harmony or turmoil.
Example: After some treasured family heirlooms were stolen from me several years ago, I realized that my anger had taken over my thoughts. Only by vividly picturing the thief using the robbery money to buy presents for his children was I able to reclaim my thoughts. Unrealistic? Probably, but instead of obsessing about the injustice, I was able to get beyond my resentment.
The link below finishes the article of happiness.
http://www.missico.com/personal/thoughts/simple_secrets_of_happiness.htm
Dec
29
Posted by Mary
All of us have had ideas, dreams, thoughts, goals. But as homemakers they sometimes seem to get put on the back burner. Although keeping our families fed and bills paid are very important it is also important to put your mind to your ideas, dreams, and goals and make them happen. If you think you have a great business idea, start making contacts and researching it to see where you can start.
What would you set out to do if you knew you couldn’t fail? This is a great question I came across on the internet a few months ago, and it has really made me think. I have had so many ideas, that I have just never done anything with. But that is old news now, I am not sure what exactly I am going to do but it will be something, after reading that article.
You should too. If you have something you have waiting to do start now. Come up with something if you dont already have something to start with. I really believe where there is a will there is a way. And us homemakers we are busy people, we have stress, but we have learned to deal with it, and we can most certainly handle the stress of doing something we want to do.
