Eleanor Roosevelt
Harvard Medical School reports that people with positive attitudes tend to live longer. In sharing “How to Achieve a Positive Attitude,” Harvard’s list starts with, Savor Pleasure, especially small delights, in the moment they are experienced. Read More
Indeed finds that positive attitudes help people identify and grab opportunities better and overcome obstacles. Indeed‘s ten tips for staying positive include,
- Describe yourself and your life with positive words
- Surround yourself with positive people
- Focus on what you get to do instead of what you have to do Read more.
Along with the adage of seeing glasses as half full rather than half empty, the Berkeley Well-Being Institute recommends looking for silver linings and practicing random acts of kindness. Read More. The Berkeley site contains several inspiring videos, including Brian Tracy’s “7 Keys to a Positive Personality.”
Brian Tracy’s company specializes helping people realize their personal and business goals. His video, ‘7 Keys to a Positive Personality” begins by changing the computer acronym GIGO {Garbage In, Garbage Out] to Good In, Good Out, meaning Good thoughts, Good influences, Good ideas, Good notions can result in Good outcomes in all aspects of life.
This prayer, attributed to Marianne Williamson, always makes me smile:
May every aspect of my being be converted to Truth.
May every cell fall into place and serve a higher plan.
I no longer wish to be who I was.
I wish to be more.
And if you want some really big smiles along with great insights, view Zig Ziglar’s video below, “Attitude Makes All The Difference.”
Succeed and Soar!
Yep, time is precious. So, gift yourself the moments of laughter and wisdom offered by Zig Ziglar’s “Attitude Makes All The Difference.” The insights I gained remain precious. Click image to view.
Celebrate!
Keep in Mind: August is Eye Exam Month
Sunday, August 1st, National Sisters Day. Here are some great quotes and wishes to share, like,“Sisters share grown-up dreams and childhood memories.” And, “Happy Sister’s Day to an amazing sister and a beautiful human being. May you stay happy forever.”
Monday, August 2nd, National Coloring Book Day. Coloring Books let adults return to a favorite childhood activity. Nowadays, coloring books for adults are great ways to relax and reduce stress. Find out more and join the Coloring Book Giveaway.
Friday, August 6th is both Cycle to Work Day and Rootbeer Float Day Here are AW locations offering free treats. And here are make-your-own recipes that include cupcakes, cakes and pies.
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Foxtails 41 [c] 2021 by Sandra Gould Ford
One of my late summer pleasures is photographing foxtails become golden. This photograph was taken on an empty lot gone wild amidst a hillside of abandoned and weather-ravaged buildings. I chose this from several dozen because of the one standing straight and tall above the field.
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