GETTING UP AND DOING SOMETHING

True motivation comes from within – from the willingness to see a dream fulfilled – from the desire to leave the world better than you found it.

Sometimes life will stretch us if we don’t stretch ourselves enough.

Think of new ways to out-distance yourself…. Set a new benchmark that is all yours.

Create visions of hope based on new behaviors rather than regret based on past mistakes.

Whatever, your talent, your internal desire will pull you past obstacles because of the motivation that was born and lives deeply within you.

Other people cannot really motivate you, and it isn’t the books you read that make you successful. People and books can light your fire if there a passion and a motive already inside you. They can guide you and awaken valuable insights. But it’s your choice to move or stay where you are.

One simple kindness at the right moment can change the direction of a life and shine a light of hope when all light seems to have gone out. Sometimes it has the power to save a life.

Perform a random act of kindness for someone: a smile, compliment, or a favor just for fun. These will multiply and spread very rapidly.

Feeling appreciated is one of the most important needs that people have. When you share with someone your appreciation and gratitude, they will not forget you. Appreciation will return to you many times.

Small acts of kindness speak in loud voices.

When joy is expressed and shared, it multiplies. The more joy we share with others, the more aware we become of its source and supply.

When we take time to touch shoulders with those we care about, whether it’s with words or actions, it makes a difference. Our presence and appropriately caring words help others tremendously during times of loss, difficult transitions and healing.

Unity begins with our own expressions of appreciation and respect for life. The collective can only be transformed if individuals are transformed. Compassion, acceptance and tolerance are beautiful values to hold and pass on to our children!

When going through life’s inevitable changes, we need to be compassionate with ourselves. It is the inner self that may need to adjust or heal. Self-care is a vital part of making transitions.