Category: Gratitude

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Be The Bigger Person

Posted on September 28, 2023

When someone says or does something that bothers you, you don’t have to bother them back. It’s not a competitive Olympic sport where you get points and medals.

Usually it’s better if you can be the bigger person. You can shrug it off and move on with your day, not missing a beat. It often helps to think that they are probably having a bad day or aren’t very skilled in conversation, joy or gratitude.

It’s not your job to teach. Though your response can help them see how to respond to challenging moments in a better way.

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Your Best Performance

Posted on September 24, 2023

Play to win. Use every minute of the match as if it’s the final minute of the World Cup. Do not rest on a decent lead. Add to your position every time you can.

Do not let up or coast. Use everything you’ve got. Rest after the match has been concluded.

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When Do You Quit?

Posted on September 23, 2023

My son asked me tonight, when is it time to quit something? This could be school, a job, a relationship, a bad habit or a sport, club or activity.

It’s a tough question with no perfect answer. Each case will depend on the people and factors involved.

Steve Jobs made a good point that if you aren’t enjoying something for a long time or too many days in a row, it’s probably time to mix things up or at least assess what is going on.

I use this benchmark: Am I prepared to say this is as good as it gets in this area for me. I’ll probably never soar higher than this right now. Am I really ok with that? Or shall I press on a little longer?

If you are going to err on one side or the other, I’d say stick with something longer, even if you’re unsure. You may regain the joy or find your enthusiasm again!

It’s a personal decision. Good luck.

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Laughter Is Great Medicine

Posted on September 13, 2023

I went to a Live at the Apollo comedy taping with a couple of friends last night. One had procured tickets. It was a fabulous night out. Great chat at the pub before, between sets and after the show. It was interspersed with 6 excellent comedians performing at a very high standard.

We laughed A LOT.

And it feels great to laugh so hard and so much.

Get thee to a comedy club, pronto!

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Do Things Before You’re Asked

Posted on September 8, 2023

People are extra grateful and appreciative when you do things without them needing to tell you or remind you.

Receiving flowers or a gift has a lot more impact if you haven’t had to ask for them. Same with doing dishes and being romantic. What could you be more proactive about?

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Get Help While You Can

Posted on September 3, 2023

Whether you need help at work, at home or for personal reasons, arrange that help as soon as you can.

The earlier the better and it will help you grow faster, tidy quicker, plan better and have things in place before you really need them.

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