Children Learn What They Live

The poem below by
Dorothy Law Nolte(1926-2005) do not rhyme and did not bring any fortune
to its author but its simple wisdom cannot be denied. Originally
written in 1954 in her kitchen to meet a weekly newspaper column
deadline on raising a family, it has been translated in 35 languages.

If children live with criticism, they learn to condemn.

If children live with hostility, they learn to fight.

If children live with fear, they learn to be apprehensive.

If children live with pity, they learn to feel sorry for themselves.

If children live with ridicule, they learn to feel shy.

If children live with jealousy, they learn to feel envy.

If children live with shame, they learn to feel guilty.

If children live with encouragement, they learn confidence.

If children live with tolerance, they learn patience.

If children live with praise, they learn appreciation.

If children live with acceptance, they learn to love.

If children live with approval, they learn to like themselves.

If children live with recognition, they learn it is good to have a goal.

If children live with sharing, they learn generosity.

If children live with honesty, they learn truthfulness.

If children live with fairness, they learn justice.

If children live with kindness and consideration, they learn respect.

If children live with security, they learn to have faith in themselves and in those about
them.

If children live with friendliness, they learn the world is a nice place in which to live.

Copyright © 1972 by Dorothy Law
Nolte

Take A Look At Yourself

Where are you today? Are you happy with the way things are with yourself? Is your mind really focused on tasks at hand, whatever they may be, or do you find yourself daydreaming now and then. Do you often think why the other guy has made it while you are still stuck between a rock and a hard place?

Take a look at yourself honestly. If you have not achieved what you set to do, there is really one guy to blame. That guy is you. Don’t blame others. We humans I believe love blaming others and when we run out worldly things to blame, we blame God.

Realize that you and you alone are responsible for your success. The world does not owe you a living. Take a look at yourself and take charge of your life.

How to Beat Fatigue in 8 Simple Ways

1. Have proper meals. A balanced diet goes a long in ensuring your physical as well as your emotional well being. Cut down or totally avoid junk food. Don't skip your meals especially breakfast. Make sure you drink enough water.

2. Get adequate sleep. Sleep deprivation not only contributes to low energy levels but also decreases alertness. Studies have also shown that a person deprived of a good nights rest is more prone to mood swings and shorter attention span.

3. Exercise regularly. Studies shown that folks who exercise at 30 minutes three times a week are better at handling stress thus have higher energy levels.

4. Prioritize. Plan your job as well as your domestic tasks well. Be clear about your values and establish your goals. Going through life without a proper direction a clear set of goals can be very tiring to the body and soul.

5. Learn to silence yourself. Meditate if you like. Listen to soft soothing sounds if you wish. Just don't have too many conversations in your head.

6. Act on your worries. Whatever it is, face it. Worrying about a problem but taking no action to fix it is a waste of time and saps energy.

7. Be mentally healthy. If your feeling depressed, find a trusted friend or a professional counselor. Be honest to yourself and be specific about issues that are causing you to feel depressed.

8. Lead a balanced life. If you are putting in too much time in your office, take a step back and try to enjoy other things in life. A little fun and relaxation can be a great help. Learn to enjoy the company of others.

Mind Stimulator

I got this from Frank Tibolt's book - A Touch of Greatness. It has helped me to organize many tasks, professional and domestic. I hope this will be useful for you too.

What

Who

When

Why

How

Cause

Effect

Similarity

Contrast

Past

Future

Compare

Combine

Associate

Rearrange

Substitute

Write

Inspirational Writting #6

My Wage ~ Jessie Rittenhouse

I bargained with Life for a penny,
And life would pay no more,
However I begged at evening,
When I counted my scanty store;

For Life is just employer,
He gives you what you ask,
But once you have set the wages,
Why you must bear the task.

I only work for a menial's hire,
Only to learn dismayed,
That any wage I had asked of Life
Life gladly would have paid.

10 Simple Ways On How To Beat Boredom Cheaply

1. Read a book. Hit the library.

2. Put on a rock song, close your eyes and imagine that you are rocker performing in a concert. Try this. It works everytime for me.

3. Observe things around you, pick on anything and research it on the internet. You'll be suprised with the amount of information that is available today on just about anything.

4. Try drawing objects in front of you, each item separately first and then combine them. How do you think a table, a chair, a steel cabinet and calculator will look like if you combine them?

5. Try creating your own alphabets.

6. Make your own sandwiches.

7. Go for a walk in the park.If you have a camera try snapping some photos.

8. Create a website.

9. Learn a new language.

10. Write articles, short stories or novels.

In today's information age, no one should feel bored. There are many ways to beat boredom without spending a dime or cheaply. Scientific American has a good article about the studies done on boredom here.

Inspirational Writing #5

Equipment ~ Edgar Guest

Figure it out for yourself, my lad,
You've all that the greatest of men have had,
Two arms, two hands, two legs, two eyes,
And a brain to use if you would be wise.
With this equipment they all began,
Do start from the top and say, " I can."

Look them over, the wise and the great,
They took their food from a common plate,
And similar knives and forks they use,
And similar laces they tie their shoes,
The world considers them brave and smart,
But you've all they had when they made their start.

You can triumph and come to skill,
You can be great if you only will.
You are well equipped for the what fight you choose,
You have arms and legs and a brain to use,
And the man who has risen great deeds to do,
Began his life with no more than you.

You are the handicap you must face,
You are the one who must choose his place,
You must say where you want to go,
How much you will study, the truth to know.
God has equipped you for life, But He
Lets you decide what you want to be.

Courage must come from the soul within,
The man must furnish the will to win.
So figure it for yourself, my lad,
You were born with all that the great have had,
With your equipment they all began.
Get hold of yourself, and say:"I can."