Staying Happy

When the holidays begin to arrive some us have a hard time getting into the spirit of being happy. We forget what the holidays really mean,that good feeling of sharing with each other.

Happiness is a mental and an emotional state of well being identified by positive or pleasant emotions. Some of us can be in that state of happiness without even trying, others must continually remind themselves to be happy. It is what you choose to be.  We are not perfect but we can always be in a place of well being.

When you think you're not happy with your life, always think that someone is happy simply because you are in their life. This was told to me by a very  special friend.

Don't make the holidays a burden on your bank account, simple things can be done to show appreciation and love. A card, a smile given to each other, a moment of conversation, time spent together, a hug, all these can be giving without breaking the bank.

While going into the holidays just remember to keep your heart opened and share the love that is within ourselves, that's all that is needed to make you happy, always.

"Happiness is a decision.You are as happy as you decide to be." Author Unknown

 

Enjoy your life!!

Giving Thanks

As we all know Thanksgiving Day Is this coming Thursday.  What a great time to look back on our year and see what we have to be thankful for.

So many of our family and friends are not here to say thanks this year. That is why giving thanks should be done daily not just once a year.  Thanksgiving isn't promised to us in November every year, so we should be thankful everyday we open our eyes.

Be thankful that there are people in our lives that have made a difference. We all have touched someone in our daily life.  Some good touches and some bad touches, the bad teaches us to appreciate more of the good.

When we look around the world today there is a lot of bad things that are happening, they get told daily. The good things in life seem not to be as popular. Let us ring our own bell and be thankful for all the good things that has happened to us in our life time.

Stop, Look and Listen words we should live by. Stop and appreciate what you have and the good friends around you; Look and see what you have already accomplished in your life and be grateful; Listen to the sound of success and gratitude that other are giving you.

Giving thanks should not just be a religious event but we should be thankful for all things and new people that crosses our path.

Yes! we have a lot to be thankful for, so let us learn to appreciate life and start saying Thank you for living.

"It is not happy people who are thankful, It is thankful people who are happy"  author unknown

 

Happy Thanksgiving!

A Child's Trust

A  child's trust is unconditional, they trust that they will be feed daily, they trust they will be loved, they trust their parents will protect them without question. Trust in it's simplest form comes from their hearts.

A child's trust is truly the definition of love which we all should have. A firm belief in ourselves to trust our abilities and strengths.

We as adults forget the simplest form of existence. Trusting in ourselves and thoughts is what allows us to trust others. As we grow into adulthood we are taught not to trust strangers and songs are written about not trusting your feelings, being lied to and disappointed by others seems to lead  us to mistrust people. Trust is a feeling that gets beaten up and most of the time destroyed by life's experiences.

To return to the time when we were a child, when we  trusted and loved everything with no strings on life, days were so much simpler. Trust is a feeling that is so simple but gives us so much fulfillment. After so many disappointments in life, trust is an emotion that soon becomes so misunderstood. It becomes a game of proof- "prove that I can trust you". Going through life with so mistrust will leave you bitter and lonely.

A child's trust is honest, true and innocent. A child gives it freely without conditions. To be able to trust as a child is a blessing. To trust as a child is truly  love.

"Trust your heart what is true feels good. What is false causes doubt"   Monica Deliz

 

Trust In yourself!

 

 

 

Stepping Forward

Some of us have become stuck in one place in our lives for a long time. We are unable to step forward and release the past that holds us because of the unknown factors. 

In life there are no guarantees that stepping forward is going to be easy, but you must step forward to be able to enjoy all of life's treasures that are for you. There is no one that can tell you when to step, the only one that is able to determine that is you.

There is always that fear of the unknown and if we don't think about it we believe that fear won't touch our lives. The funny thing is, if we stay where we are and never take that step forward fear has already got control of you and you are unaware of it's present.

Making changes in our lives is a difficult challenge but it allows us to grow and become all that we can be. Changes are a necessary part of life that exposes you to new adventures.

If you notice I say stepping forward instead of moving forward because every change you make in life should be one step at a time, not something to jump into without thinking. Making one step at a time allows you to adjust to your new surroundings and it also allows you to make other changes before you take your next step.

Life  isn't just existing, it should be lived and enjoyed. We were never create to live in this world along with no laughter or happiness. Sharing your heart is life at it finest.

 

"When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be" Unknown Author

 

Keep Stepping!!!!

 

Strength vs Belief

You are probably wondering why I put these two words,strength and belief, against each other. They are really two words that support each other. The reason I say that is your belief is what grows your strength.

Strength is a word that is defined as being strong and to have muscular power, vigor. Strength also means to have moral powers. firmness or courage. Courage does come from being strong. Strength is what enables a person to face difficulties even if they don't want to but believes they are strong enough to  stand up to anything .

You can have strength but the belief that you are strong is what gets you through your challenges. 

Belief is the motor that drives your strength,if you don't believe that you have the strengths to  become the person you are suppose to be, then you wont. To believe that you are capable of doing your best, living life to the fullest takes a strong person.

Once the belief in your strength is turned on, being able to accomplish yours dreams will be unlimited.

 Some of us have been carrying around this strength for years and never activated the belief that you can accomplish your dreams.  Once that belief is activated you will see the first step to ultimate happiness. Believe in yourself and you will be the strongest force moving forward in your life, an unstoppable human being.

                      "If you change the belief first, changing the action is easier " Peter McWilliams

 

Believe the strength is within yourself!

 

 

 

 

 

Death is not the End

Death is a word that everyone is uncomfortable with because it causes so much pain. The cycle of life is wonderful but in that cycle there is death, but it doesn't have to be the end.

We think of death as the end because we are not able to see the person or touch the person we love. What if we believed that once we died we took on another form of life. A form that surrounds us with love, guidance and support. A form that will always be with us(told to me by wise person).

If you are a religious person you would believe that this person has become an angel, science believes that this spirit has become an energy force.

Our beliefs are what controls our thoughts and what keeps hope alive. So, when a person passes it doesn't  stop us from loving them, admiring them, communicating with them, remembering the good and bad you experienced with them and sharing the laughter and tears we had with them.

As long as we keep that person in our heart and remember them regularly that individual will always be alive to us and provide us with the joy once shared.

In time you will be able to remember them without the pain. So, shed those tears, just for now, to help wash away the pain you are experiencing, this will enable you to begin to find the joy you need.

I recently lost someone very special to me this week and the way I want to honor him is to remember what he taught me about life. One of many things I learned from him was how to recognize happiness in my life, the memory of him will never perish.

    "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." unknown author

 

 I will always keep the joy we shared James!

 

The Love Experience

Love is not just a word but a profound emotion. The word is so seldom used today that we have to look up the definition to know what it really means.They write love songs to express the feelings, they make movies to show how you should act in love, but they have yet to share with us how one stays in love. That is left to our imaginations.

Love Is an experience of the hearts not the mind. This is probably the only time the mind has no control over how we feel and no explanations for our actions, but the mind still gets the privilege to feel wonderful and happy. If we could stay in that mind set we would have  heaven on earth all the time.

We all have experience some type of love: love for a child, a parent, a friend, a lover, a spouse and hopefully for ourselves. In order to share love we must first love ourselves. 

To be able to share your heart with another person Is fantastic.Two hearts working as one makes one feel that they have conquered the world and they are standing on top of it. Love is amazing!

Even if there's a chance of that ultimate feeling ending and hurt filling up that space where joy and happiness use to be, don't avoid sharing your heart because you are afraid of getting hurt. Life is to short not to experience love with another.

                                                                                                                                 

"it's okay to lose your pride over someone you love. Don't lose someone you love over your pride."   unknown author

 

 

 

open your heart today!

 

A Special Friendship

 

Sometimes in life you meet a special person that becomes a friend. Someone who changes your life just by being part of it.

For a person to become a friend is like a gift that gets unwrapped once and keeps on sharing all the time. Someone who convinces you that there really is an unlocked door just waiting for you to open to find your rewards. Someone you can share your secrets with and they won't  judge you for your actions. This is a FOREVER  friendship.

Your forever friend gets you through the hard times, the sad times and takes the good with the bad. Stays with you through the calm side,the wild side,the loving side and that angry side. You share laughter,tears and a whole bunch of smiles.

When you have a forever friend that really cares they always want the best for you. A friends' love is gold , the longer you hold onto it the more valuable it becomes.

So, if you're lucky enough to find such a friend, you should feel special and complete because you have found a forever friend and forever has no end.

      "of all the friends I've met, you're the one I won't forget and if I die before you do I'll get to heaven and wait for you."  unknown author

 

Cherish your Forever Friends !!!

 

 

Courage...

Everyday we get up and place that coat of amour on to battle todays challenges.

Courage isn't just fighting for our freedom on a battle field but staying strong through life diversities daily. We all use courage everyday without even recognizing it as courage.

Courage is when:

  • you stop avoiding people that you don't care for
  • you follow that dream that has been there for years
  • you act on a decision that will change your life
  • you take that chance to love someone and be loved
  • you stand for something you believe
  • you admit you were wrong and make a change
  • you take that chance to live your Life
  • you tell someone how you truly feel

Courage is such a small word with great hope. We all have the power within ourselves to succeed. To reflect on our fears and imperfections and make a change.

REMEMBER:

"To be courageous means to be afraid but to go a little step forward anyway." 

Beverly Smith

How's your courage today!!

 

 

 

Birthday Wishes....

Some of us look forward to that special day once a year and others may shy away from them, birthdays, looking at them as another year of getting older. Whether we look forward to them or not it doesn't matter because birthday's come once a year.

The way we feel when we give that special gift to someone and get so excited waiting for them to open their present. The anticipation and excitement that it brings to us waiting for that sign of happiness and gratitude is amazing.

Why can't we have that feeling of excitement 365 days a year not just once a year. We can! by giving the gift of ourselves. It doesn't cost a dime to show appreciation, love, happiness and joy daily to each other. Treat everyday like it was our birthday and share the gift of you.

So, if you know someone is having a birthday today, don't text them, don't email them, don't face book them and don't tweet them- call them. Talk to them on their special day and give them the gift of you, something they will remember and not be able to delete.

Just remember:              

                            " it is not the years in your life but the life in your years that counts."

                                                                                                  Adlai Stevenson

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHARLES!!

 

 

 

Dreams from the Heart

The meaning of DREAMS:

       - something that you have wanted very much to do, be or to have for a long time

       - a strong desired goal or purpose

       -to think about something that you wish would happen or something that you want to do or be

If you are one of those people that imagine, fantasize, visualize what you want to become that is  dreaming.  A dream that you can make come true if you have the courage to follow your heart and never give up the belief that you can accomplish it.

Believe in yourself enough that you may fulfill that dream and make it come true. The person that said this quote knew what it was to dream and see it come true:

           "all our dreams can come true-if you have the courage to pursue them" Walt Disney

DREAM A DREAM with me!

Don't be Discouraged

I went to an event last week that I thought I could shine my passion and dream of coaching and Introduce what I was all about. Well that didn't happen. I went in all energetic and proud and came out questioning the direction that I am taking. Since this is my dream and belief I wondered if I should even be sharing that dream right now.

I left doubtful, disappointed and discouraged. I realized that every one isn't on the same track as me. My job isn't to get you on the same track as me, just introduce you to a new destination you might be interested in.

So with that being said, the quote for today is:

                            "The  key to everything is patience. You get the chicken by hatching

                              the egg--not by smashing it."

                                                         Arnold Glasow

Stay Strong!!!

              

                            

Time Passes Quickly

Our days do not stand still for anyone. So every minute of the day we need to make it count for something.  When you get up in the morning, think of something you wish to accomplish that day and make every effect to succeed in that task. 

Today's quote says it all:

                         " Yesterday is a canceled check;tomorrow is a promissory

                           note; today is the only cash you have --- so spend it wisely."

                                                                                                     Kay Lyons

So have a fantastic day!

 

Blocking out the Negative

When one goes thru life you will come across negative and positive suggestions.

The secret of the day is to keep negative thoughts out of your mind and receive and keep the positive thoughts.

I came across this quote that I am learning to live with:

           "I keep the telephone of my mind open to peace, harmony, love and abundance. Then  whenever  doubts, anxiety, or fear try to call me, they keep getting a busy signal--and soon they'll forget my number. "

                                                       Edith Armstrong

STAY POSITIVE!!!!!!!!

 

 

Believe in Yourself

There are so many things that can cause one not to believe in oneself. Doubt, Fear, Hurt and so much more.  When these emotions come across our minds that is when trusting in ourselves becomes so important. Someone I care about sent me this inspiring thought in my time of uncertainty, which I would like to share:

" surround yourself with the dreamers and the doers, the believers and the thinkers; but most of all, surround yourself with those who see the greatness within you, even when you don't see it yourself."

                                                                                           Edmund Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My inspiration for Sunday →

My inspiration comes from many sources and different people. I was inspired today by a woman that has know me since I  was 16 yrs. old, she never stop amazing me. She is still guiding me and encouraging me to move forward. 

After hanging up the phone from her today I realized where I got my strength and the dream to help others, because she has helped me so much thru my life I feel a need to pay forward.

She mentioned a lot to me today but the following saying she said stuck with me, it made me believe that nothing is impossible but to fulfill that thought you and I both need help for the possible. She said,

        "WHEN EVER YOU SEE A TURTLE SITTING ON A FENCE POST-

REMEMBER HE DID NOT GET THERE BY HIMSELF"

- Lottie Gill

Love you mom