Animals! They bring joy just by being themselves and that by simply ’being’ you bring joy to others. That’s why you have been created to be exactly who you are.

Little things. Like putting the neighbor’s paper on their porch. Posting a positive comment on facebook. Emptying the dishwasher when it’s not your turn. Life may turn on the big events but it is sustained or damaged by the small ones. You may not realize it but you can completely change a person’s day by a simple act of kindness. Doing something thoughtful is like sprinkling fairy dust on someone’s life. It is magical and gives you wings.

Yes, I know, today is Black Friday. Take a moment and think about what you want the holiday season to be this year. Research shows the bargains will be just as good in two weeks, so sit back and relax. How about thinking of something you can do for someone as a gift instead of buying everything? Or, make a list of what you want to do differently. Pick just one thing. Now is your chance to start making little changes that can make this season better. Your journey begins with one small step.

Yes, You, Too, Can Be Like Indiana Jones. If there is anyone who handles stress well, it is Indiana Jones. Just like Jones, recognizing stress in the moment is the best time to de-stress. We say resignedly, “What a crappy day,”  as though we’re helpless against negative circumstances. Unlike Jones, if there is nothing you can do in the moment, deal with it as best as you can but remind yourself that one incident does not a bad day make. React positively as soon as you are aware of it. Take a breath. Call a friend. Pray. Ask yourself if it will matter a hundred years from now. Laugh if you can. Luckily for you, it’s probably not life and death. Let the pressure remind you that it is possible to de-stress because ultimately you can choose…and you can choose wisely. http://blog.terrydiebold.com/

How often do you complain–especially to yourself? Everytime you complain about something, it creates a negative energy around and within you. Negative energy repels others and attracts more negativity to you. Being angry makes you make mistakes. Being rushed slows you down when you have to go back and fix something you didn’t do right in your rush to get it done. Ask yourself, is it going to matter in 100 years if I’m late to my meeting because I “caught” the light? What impression do I make when I come in grumbling and stressed? Life can be fun sometimes–even when it stinks. Mae West said it best” “Life is a banquet and most poor suckers are starving to death.” Hungry?

Think…..did you do anything just for yourself today? Read, meet a friend, watch a favorite show, call a bff? A day without a personal break is like a day in JAIL!!!!!!  You aren’t good for anyone or anything if you don’t take time to enjoy each day in a way that is personally satisfying to you–you get grumpy and feel like a martyr.But, it’s not too late to “save” today. Write me back and let me know what you did.