Three People You Remember

Trouble happens to everyone.

“Nobody, as long as he moves about among the chaotic currents of life, is without trouble.”
– Carl Jung

But don’t worry about it.

“Worry is the interest paid by those who borrow trouble.”
– George Washington

Really. Don’t worry about it.

“Don’t worry about tomorrow. Tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
– Jesus, in the 6th chapter of Matthew’s Good News

Because I’ve got this.

“In this world you will have trouble. But be of good cheer! I have overcome the world.”
– Jesus, in the 16th chapter of John’s Good News

And I’m your friend.

“Friends show their love in times of trouble, not in happiness.”
– Euripides

Trouble is a searchlight in the darkness that shows you a person’s heart.

“You never forget three people:
the person who helped you in trouble,
the person who left you in trouble,
the person who put you in trouble.”
– Randy Phillips

And sometimes that searchlight is reflected back at you.

“If you could kick the person in the pants responsible for most of your trouble, you wouldn’t sit for a month.”
– Theodore Roosevelt

But finally, the sun rises, morning comes, and it’s a brand-new day.

“Expect trouble as an inevitable part of life and repeat to yourself the most comforting words of all: ‘This, too, shall pass.'”
– Ann Landers

Roy H. Williams

6th Annual Walk For Thalassemia

45 Life Lessons

1                Life isn’t fair, but it’s still good.

2                When in doubt, just take the next small step.

3                Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

4                Don’t take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

5                Pay off your credit cards every month.

6                You don’t have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

7                Cry with someone. It’s more healing than crying alone.

8                Save for retirement, starting with your first paycheck.

9                When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.

10             Make peace with your past  so it won’t screw up the present.

11             It’s ok to let your children see you cry.

12             Don’t compare your life to others’. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

13             If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn’t be in it.

14             Life is too short for long pity parties. Get busy living, or get busy dying.

15             You can get through anything if you stay put in today.

16             A writer writes. If you want to be a writer, write.

17             It’s never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.

18             When it comes to going after what you love in life, don’t take no for an answer.

19             Burn the candles; use the nice sheets; wear the fancy lingerie. Don’t save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

20             Over prepare, then go with the flow.

21             Be eccentric now. Don’t wait for old age to wear purple.

22             The most important sex organ is the brain.

23             No one is in charge of your happiness except you.

24             Frame every so-called disaster with these words:

“In five years, will this matter?”

25             Forgive everyone everything.

26             What other people think of you is none of your business.

27             Time heals almost everything. Give time time.

28             However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

29             Your job won’t take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.

30             Believe in miracles.

31             Whatever doesn’t kill you really does make you stronger.

32             Growing old beats the alternative – dying young.

33             Your children get only one childhood. Make it memorable.

34             Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.

35             If we threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else’s, we’d grab ours back.

36             Don’t audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.

37             Get rid of anything that isn’t useful, beautiful or joyful.

38             All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.

39             Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.

40             The best is yet to come.

41             No matter how you feel, get up, dress up, and show up.

42             Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.

43             If you don’t ask, you don’t get.

44             Yield.

45             Life isn’t tied with a bow, but it’s still a gift.

 

- Regina Brett

Simple Formula for Living

Live beneath your means.

Return everything you borrow.

Stop blaming other people.

Admit it when you make a mistake.

Give clothes not worn to charity.

Do something nice and try not to get caught.

Listen more; talk less.

Every day take a 30 minute walk.

Strive for excellence, not perfection.

Be on time. Don’t make excuses.

Don’t argue. Get organized.

Be kind to unkind people.

Let someone cut ahead of you in line.

Take time to be alone.

Cultivate good manners.

Be humble.

Realize and accept that life isn’t fair.

Know when to keep your mouth shut.

Go an entire day without criticizing anyone.

Learn from the past. Plan for the future.

Live in the present.

Don’t sweat the small stuff.

It’s all small stuff.

 

-        Author Unknown

Save the Date for our 2018 Golf Invitational!

20 Small Ways To Be Happier This Year

1. Go to sleep when you’re tired.

After a good night of sleep, you’ll wake up feeling refreshed and ready-ish to face a new day. Plus, you will appreciate going to bed earlier when your alarm goes off in the morning.

2. Make someone happy.

Spreading happiness will not only cheer someone up but it will also make you feel better, too. Make your mom a cup of tea, call your best friend, or compliment someone on their outfit. Good energy is contagious.

3. Celebrate your small victories.

What if instead of wasting so much time putting ourselves down for not being good enough at something, we celebrated our small victories? It can be something like getting complimented at school or work, learning a new recipe, or making that phone call you were dreading. Be your own cheerleader!

4. Practice gratitude.

Think about something you’re grateful for every day before going to bed and write it down. When you take the time to count your blessings, you realize that your life is actually full of things to be grateful for. Your mind is simply too clouded and too busy to see it.

5. Put down your electronics for an hour every day.

The Internet is pretty amazing, we all know that. But it’s also addicting and that is why it’s important to switch off. Read a book, go for a walk outside, and spend more time with your loved ones.

6. Stop snoozing your alarm.

It will only make you feel more tired.

7. Start journaling.

Writing is a therapy, it helps you put things into perspective. But don’t try to be a creative writer – that’s not the point, just let your thoughts out on the paper. Let it be messy and honest, straight from the heart. I tend to do it when I’m feeling anxious or sad and it always makes me feel a better.

8. Learn something new.

Whether it is a new language, how to play the ukulele, or coding a website, learning something new will make you feel accomplished.

9. Spend more time with yourself.

It can be a bit scary at first but it’s important to learn to enjoy your own company. Curl up on the couch with a good book or go shopping by yourself. You can also try meditation for 10 minutes every morning, it’s a good way to start your day and listen to your own thoughts and needs.

10. Cry if you need to.

It’s okay to allow yourself to be sad sometimes, it doesn’t mean your weak. Having a cry and letting it all out will make you feel better but don’t dwell on the negative things for too long.

11. Spend more time outside.

It’s scientifically proven that vitamin D boosts your mood and the fresh air will give you an energy boost. It also helps to clear your head when you’re feeling anxious.

12. Sweat it out.

I feel like a hypocrite trying to encourage you to exercise but I can’t deny it makes you feel good. And you don’t need to run a marathon, start by taking a walk every day or the stairs instead of the elevator. Baby steps.

13. Spend more time with your loved ones.

Make more time to hang out with your closest family and friends, the people who are there for you no matter what and avoid people that put you down.

14. Make plans.

Having something to look forward to will not only make you happier but also help you overcome challenges. Well, I might have a busy week coming up at work but at least I’m going to Ikea on Saturday and can treat myself to some new bits.

15. Buy a planner and organize your life.

If you love stationery and planning as much as I do, organizing your life with the help of a pretty planner will make you feel accomplished and prepared to tackle your to-do list.

16. Stretch out your body in the morning.

Stretching improves your posture and gives you the energy to face a new day. All you need to do is put your hands above your head and stretch as far as you can for a few seconds. Super easy!

17. Step out of your comfort zone.

I’m the first to admit this isn’t easy but it’s so empowering to take a step out of your bubble and overcome a fear. Don’t let fear hold you back.

18. Learn to let go.

You are wasting your energy by worrying about things that happened in the past. Been there, done that. You can’t go back and change them so focus on the present, instead.

19. Smile to your reflection in the mirror.

Yes, do it. I do this every time I’m feeling a bit blah, is that weird? Yeah, it’s weird. But I promise it actually works. Of course, it really depends on the situation but smiling, even when it’s fake, activates a little something in your brain that makes you feel happier.

20. Remember: you’re the one in charge of your happiness.

You can’t control what happens to you, you can only control how you react to it. You can’t also rely on other people to bring you happiness, it must come from within, so focus on creating a positive mindset!

Thank You For Your Support!