Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Quote #34, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #34....

"Lost, yesterday, somewhere between Sunrise and Sunset, two golden hours, each set with sixty diamond minutes. No reward is offered, for they are gone forever."

-Horace Mann-

I selected this quote as the time is on us where another whole year.. that being the year 2008 is about to be in the books, forever. As I type, less that 14 hours seperates this ENTIRE year from 2009.

Mann's quote reminded me of a great tip. Appreciate time. Appreciate life. We all have a time bomb on our backs, ticking away. The challenge is.... we have neither the idea of how many ticks we have left, nor how long in between the ticks. So, with that stated.. enjoy life each and every minute that you can.

That's my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Quote #33, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #33....

"Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself."

-Leo Tolstoy-

Doesn't it all start there? I remember giving advice to someone else on what they should do to improve themselves. Someone pointed out to me .. what makes you think you can change that person when you can't even change your own habits? Hmm... good point.

I believe Gandhi once said.. "be the change you want to see in the world". In other words, take charge and change what YOU can control... yourself. Set good examples and perhaps others will follow.

We've all told our kids, do as I say, not as I do. Here is a newsflash: they are watching what you do!

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Monday, December 29, 2008

Quote #32, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #32....

"I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But what I cannot accept.. is not trying."

-Michael Jordan-

Failure, from Sir Michael, arguably the greatest basketball player ever? Most certainly.In fact, Jordan claims what HAS made him So Successful is that he HAS Failed so many times. Did you know he was cut from his high school hoop team?

Jordan also says he has missed over 9000 shots. He has lost almost 300 games. He has also been entrusted to take the game winning shot 26 times.. and failed.

Failure is a part of learning. A part of life. Not trying certainly doesn't have to part of life. Of your life. Or mine.

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Sunday, December 28, 2008

Quote #31, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #31....

"Do all the good you can, and make as little fuss about it as possible."

-Charles Dickens-

Don't you just love these types of people? The mini heros of our planet.

The ones who so quietly go about their business, improving the world one small person at a time. One event at a time. One small action at a time.

They look for no publicity. Some actually seek anonyimity. Perhaps that's whats so fun and rewarding to them about it? The simple fact that they can sneek in a way to help others without being noticed. Hmm.. Ironic isn't it?

One thing is for sure. Helping another sure is a bit selfishly rewarding. Maybe thats the way the big guy upstairs made it on purpose.

There is an old saying... one cannot help share perfume with others, without getting a bit of the wonderful smelling stuff on himself. To help another is simply awesome .

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Saturday, December 27, 2008

In Case You Missed(12/19-12/25 Posts on Smile-Therapy)

The following is a briefing of this past weeks Daily Positive emails sent out to Smile-Therapy subscribers.

It was a fun week, but not the most "viewed " week, as people are busy doing the Christmas holiday thing. Here goes....

12-19.... Have you heard of the wine.. Smile-Vino?( very cool concept here. Women.. you ll enjoy this. DEFINITELY worth your time).
12-22.... 6 Reasons to NEVER Give UP ( Linclon, Edison, Ford.. good company here).
12-23.... The White Envelope( a Christmas story to WET your eyes).
12-24.... Useful Holiday Eating Tips( these are not the normal tips . Funny!)
12-25.... No email; Merry Christmas.

Full articles are available at http://www.Smile-Therapy.com/ to subscribers.

Quote #30, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #30....

"If you want creative workers, give them enough time to play."

-John Cleese-

What is this? Is Cleese for real here. Work is supposed to be S-E-R-I-O-U-S.

Says who? I think people take work too darn serious. In fact, they take life too darn serious. His quote, in my opinion, is 100% on the mark.

People do their best in a comfortable relaxed atmosphere. I remember at my old job I loved working on a Saturday, in my jeans. I also enjoyed the after 5 o'clock mental psyche. The phones slow down, and I was just more comfortable. Less stress. That usually meant more production.

So..lighten up at work. Let the workers have some fun. A little stress relief. As long as work gets done and done productively, whats wrong with a bit of fun sprinkled in? You may even find the workers will WANT to stay working with you and your company?

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Quote #29, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #29....

"The point of good writing is knowing when to stop.

-L M Montgomery-

There is an art to brevity. Respect that.

Ther is a time to write and a time to stop. It's Christmas eve. It's time to stop writing and take care of other important matters.

Merry Christmas to all.




Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Quote #28, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #28....

"Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them."

-James Baldwin-

How true is this quote? Anyone who has children can vouch for this statement. Kids are amazing. Here's what we know...

They come out of the womb 1000% dependant. They come out pretty much happy, innocent creatures. They are extremely observant. Their little minds are like giant sponges. They aim to please. They long for attention and recognition. They want to be loved and cared for.

Pretty simple huh?? It seems so, yet, being a parent is probably the most challanging task ever thrown at us adults.To help things out and simplify.. be a good role model and you'll be amazed at how much they imitate you.

Ever heard of the saying "Do as I say, not as I do"? How about "actions speak louder than words"? Boy, are those kids watching our actions.

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Monday, December 22, 2008

Quote #27, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #27....

"If everything came easy in life, then we would all have everything and nothing would mean anything."

-Phillip Crone-

Lots going on here. Everything. Nothing. Everything. Anything. Whew!

If you think about it, some of the most rewarding things in life are things you had to really earn; stuff that you worked extremely hard at achieving. It also seems like everything and anything worthwhile takes time to materialize. Be it work, sports, relationships, spiritual journeys... it all takes time. Theres an old saying, "there is no elevator to success.. you have to take the stairs". How true that is.

Finally, think what this quote says. What if we all had everything? What would life be without wants?. Where would the wonder and excitement come from? Back to Crone's quote.. if all of us did have everything, than wouldn't it all mean nothing in the end?

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Sunday, December 21, 2008

Quote #26, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #25....

"Your dream is not big enough if it doesnt scare you."

-Matthias Schmelz-
( no relation to Judge Schmelz from Caddieshack)


This one is simple for me. COMFORT ZONE.

We have to get outside of it to grow.
We have to get outside of it to be the best we can be.
Period.

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Quote #25, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #25....

"You don' t need to be sick to get better."

-Unknown-

Coming off a weekend of 101 degree fever and an upset stomach, this quote stuck right out at me. Hmm. Does it literally mean to take better care of your health? Just because you aren't in the hospital, doesn't mean you are taking good care of your body with proper exercise, food for the body and nutrition for the mind.There's no better reminder of that than 2 days on the couch feeling like crap. Perhaps the body's subtleness of a gentle reminder?

Or, does the quote mean getting better as far as self improvement? You could be physically healthy, yet in dire need of improvment in many other categories. I for one am constantly trying to improve myself in all areas. As my godfather Uncle Fran used to say.. "no sense getting older if your not going to get any wiser".

If I had to guess I think the quote was more for the self improvement, but not 100% sure.

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Friday, December 19, 2008

Quote #24, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think. What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #24....

"The person who is too severe in his criticism of others is usually too lenient with himself."

-Croft Pentz-

The critic. The blamer. The finger pointer. People who are constantly criticising most likely are not perfect. In fact they are probably far from perfect.

Pentz is suggesting that maybe the people who are doing the criticising should take a step back and look at their own actions. Fault finders are specialists at one thing... finding fault. It may serve these people well to work on themselves before trying to fix others.

I submit to you that if every person on this planet was a bit more concerned with self improvement( key word: SELF) rather than telling others what they are doing wrong, you'd see a much different world. A much better world.

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Thursday, December 18, 2008

Quote #23, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #23....

"Sometimes the greatest encouragement one can receive is the discouragement of a nonbeliever."

-Michelle Ustaszeski-

Did you ever have someone tell you, "You can't do that. Are you Crazy?" What was your first response? Did you say to yourself "I'll show him/her?"

Perhaps it is human nature to try to prove people wrong. Who are they to tell you you can't accomplish something? I've found most that are telling you that you can't achieve something are just miserable or jealous that you had the courage to try something. And they didn't.

Here's my 100% , very strong, bottom line on this: If you have passion, perseverence, patience, persistence and a positive attitude, there is nothing you cannot accomplish. Get your goals and plans lined up and go for it. Why listen to some 'Negative Nelly', who didnt have the guts to try whatever their dreams were, so they try to poo-poo yours? Ignore the naysayers, and, as Larry the Cable Guy says, "Get Err Dunnn" .

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

In Case You Missed(12/12-12/18 Posts on Smile-Therapy)

The following is a briefing of this past weeks Daily Positive emails sent out to Smile-Therapy subscribers.

This week we had lessons from 7 year olds, we had lessons from mothers, we even had lessons from--- Pencils? Also introduced Divine Dee and added a hilarious Role Model question. Lets get at it....

12-12.... An Invaluable Lesson from a Little Boy(great stuff from Kenny Rogers, and a 7 yr old who proclaims to be "The GREATEST". What a fantastic ATTITUDE).
12-15.... How to find your Role Model( this is FUNNY, FUNNY!)
12-16.... Introducing Divine Dee( this woman is BURSTING with Energy, Positiveness, and Love.. a beautiful person to know).
12-17.... The best PENCIL in the world?..a parable..(What can we learn from an outstanding pencil? You may be surprised).
12-18.... Are you a Carrot, Egg, or Coffee Bean?( a good lesson from a mother to her daughter).

Full articles are available at http://www.Smile-Therapy.com/ to subscribers.

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Quote #22, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #22....

"If you expect nothing, your apt to be surprised. You'll get it."

-Malcolm Forbes-

I love this quote because its an oxymoron.Here you are, expecting absolutely nothing, and what happens.... you get something. The something just happens to be ZERO. ZIPPO. NADA. NOTHIN'. GOOSE EGG.

For those that don t know, I'm a golfer. Last year, I contacted a golf hypnotist. What she told me was that I know that I can shoot par golf.. now, go out and EXPECT to do it. Guess what? Had one of the best golf seasons ever.

When I wake up.. I expect to have a good day. It usually happens. The mind is an amazing thing.... more often than not, what you expect is what you get. Right on Mr Forbes!

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Quote #21, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #21....

"Don't wait for it to be different. BE the difference."

-Francesca Mihan-

There is an old saying..Some people make things happen. Some watch what happens. Others sit and wonder what just happened. Do you know anyone who is "watching"?

When are we going to do this? Why isn't anything going on here? When are things going to get better? Blah,blah,blah.

How about the people that go to a party and complain that it's boring. Is it possible that they should be looking in the mirrior as
they may be the boring ones? Dale Carnegie once said, "to be an interesting person, become interested in others".

Mihan is basically saying, don't wait for others. Do something. Get involved. Make something happen yourself. Be the difference you want to see. If more people took that advice, perhaps there would be much more happening around us?

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Monday, December 15, 2008

Quote #20, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #20....

"Things are only impossible until they are not."

-Jean Luc Picard-

So much packed in a little 8 word quote. This again, sounds a little obvious. Perhaps a bit Yogi Bera-ish? It appears what Picard is saying here is that we may think something appears impossible, until we get it, do it, or figure it out.

On the surface, many things seem extremely difficult. Impossible?.. NO. In fact, many people just give up long before their full capacities are tested. I would say that there really isn't much that IS impossible, given the proper drive, determination, preparation, skill and time.

When you see what our society has created, its truly amazing. How about the internet for one? Medical advances? Men flying to the moon and back? WOW. So.. next time you are trying to get something done that seems unconquerable, remember that.. things are only impossible until they are not.

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Quote #19, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #19....

"He who never make a mistake, never made a discovery."

-Samuel Smiles-

This reminds me of the armchair quarterback, the Monday morning second guesser, the guy who is yelling from the stands, with all the answers. You have to get in the game and play, to understand whats going on. Things seem easier when observing rather than doing. Experience is the grand teacher of all.

I believe Smiles is saying that to learn, to discover, you have to attempt things, get involved. Anyone in life that has accomplished anything certainly made their share of mistakes.

To "fail" is not to fail. It's a learning experience. Mistakes and failure are usually lumped together. Im my opinion, it's a misplaced lumping. Mistakes and failures, when persisted upon, usually lead to great discoveries.

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Friday, December 12, 2008

Quote #18, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #18....

"What is planted in the mind will infallibly be grown into the condition of life. The soil doesn't care whether the seeds are weeds or flowers. It will render what is planted."

-James Allen, author, As a Man Thinketh-

Allen is saying that Life is totally an extention of thought. What you feed your mind will ultimately be coming back out of you. Positive thoughts produce positive results. Negative thoughts return negative conclusions.

How about you...Do you listen to positive messages? What kind of literature are you reading( and FEEDING YOUR NOGGIN)? Is it good-spirited, motivational stuff, or negative junk? What TV and movies do you tend to watch. Here is a very important question.. What kind of people do you surround yourself with? Are they
lifting you up or are they a strain and a drain on your brain?

Ever hears the saying "Garbage In, Garbage Out"? Kudos to whomever coined it as it's dead square on. Perhaps Mr Allen's classic "As a Man Thinketh"( published in 1902, millions sold) is worth a read?


Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

In Case You Missed(12/5-12/11 Posts on Smile-Therapy)

The following is a briefing of this past weeks Daily Positive emails sent out to Smile-Therapy subscribers.

This week was special. We have the STORY OF THE YEAR( an out of this world story of a dog saving another dog, on a busy highway). People in nsales must read "the CREED". Next, we have advice from the best in the world ring leader,and a story about what fun you can have in a party store. Don t miss these...

12-5..... The Sellers CREED( not just for salespeople, yet all sales people will BENEFIT from it).
12-8..... It's Monday, how about some Humor? (Is your man in the DOGHOUSE? Should he be?)
12-9..... The 65 minute VISIT to the Party Store( do you know what you are missing? :)
12-10... Stories like these are... WHY I LOVE MY JOB..( one of THEE Best Stories of the YEAR!)
12-11.... Why its Important to "BE THERE"( mentally.. from the worlds BEST circus ring leader).

Full articles are availavble at http://www.Smile-Therapy.com/ to subscribers and free 30 day trial-ers

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Quote #17, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #17....

"Never let the perfume of the premium outweigh the stench of the account."

-Chris George,Insurance Guru-

What a truly relevant quote that insurance people as well as many other businesses can relate to. Mr George is basically saying that sometimes its better to just walk away from some accounts. The short term money you make will look temptingly attractive. In the long run, a bad account is a bad account and you will end up wishing you didn't touch the "opportunity" with a 10 foot pole.

Perhaps the old adage may apply here. If a deal looks too good to be true, it may just be... FALSE. There are some deals you just can't possibly be priced high enough to account for the monumental risk.

Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Quote #16, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #16....

"Your temper is one of your more valuable posessions. Don't lose it."

-unknown-

Aahhh the "Double Meaning" quotes. These are fantastic, because they play with your mind. Which way is the brain supposed to take it?

The first one is a literal meaning that a good temperment is a valuable posession or quality to have.The second points at what happens when we lose our temper. About 20 possible things can occur, and most if not all of them are not good . Time and time again, history shows many a person who wishes they could take back words and/or actions, when they lost control of their temper.

On the contrary, when things get heated, when pressure is added to a situation, it's the cool , level headed person who usually performs best. Perhaps we can learn something from keeping temperment "under wraps"?



Thats my view.....WHAT SAY YOU?

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Quote #15, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #15....

"Nothing happens 'til something happens"

-E.C. Smith-

At first blush,this quote may seem to come from the famous Yogi Berra, yet it proudly comes from my witty father. When he used to say it, the first thing to go across my mind is DUHH, no Kidding. Of course nothing happens until something happens. Yet, the more I heard it the more it toyed with my mind.

This is a quote that can definitely be taken many ways. I now think that what my dad meant was that nothing happens until something happens, then something else will soon happen.

Did he imply we should be preplanning? Was he indicating not letting things go to the last minute, or risk having a big mess on our hands once "something happens"? Is it a case of looking the other way, and hoping something doesn't happen, under the "if it aint broke, don t fix it" theory? Regardless, it is a great quote that has left me pondering for years.

Thats my view..... WHAT SAY YOU?

Monday, December 8, 2008

Quote #14, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #14....

"It's discouraging to think how many people are shocked by honesty, and how few by deceit."

-Noel Coward-

The other day I was at a business function and after a nice conversation with someone, they concluded with, "I'll call you and we'll go do lunch soon". When I got a call from the person following through with their word, I almost dropped the phone in astonishment. WHY?

Sadly, I am so used to hot air and empty statements people say, all to often.On the flip side, in the buisiness world you come to expect people are trying to pull one over on you. I'm trying not to be that way. Im trying not to think that way Unfortunately, these themes continue to recur more than I'd like to admit. How about your world? Your business world?

Thats my view..... WHAT SAY YOU?

Sunday, December 7, 2008

Quote #13, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes. I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #13....

"The difference between news and gossip lies in whether you can raise your voice or lower it."
-Franklin Jones-

There is an old saying.. "Be careful of a gossiper. If they will gossip TO you they will gossip ABOUT you." This quote made me think, and the more I read it, the truer it gets.

With NEWS, you can share it with anyone and say it as loud or as quiet as you like. GOSSIP is usually told in secrets and hush hush. The mere fact that it has to be told quietly, makes a loud statement that the discussion likely should not be taking place at all .

Thats my view..... WHAT SAY YOU?

Friday, December 5, 2008

Quote #12, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes.I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #12....

"You can always find prettier,handsomer,skinnier,wiser,richer,younger,or zippier. But more often than not, one might just.....learn the most,laugh the loudest and smile the widest with those they've already found. Especially when they stop looking elsewhere."

-The Universe (TUT.com)-

We ve all heard the saying, "You dont know what you got 'til its gone". Isn't that how it is?

Why are we always looking for something bigger, better, more beautiful, more special, a bit different? Is there some thing that has conditioned us to wonder if there is always something/someone better than what we already have?

I've found that the happiest people are CONTENT people. They make do what what they have and ENJOY what they have. Just maybe, what we have, is SUPER EXCELLENT?

Thats my view..... WHAT SAY YOU?

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Quote #11, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes.I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #11....

"Instead of thinking about where you are, think about where you want to be.It takes twenty years of hard work to become an overnight success."

-Diana Rankin-

Wait a minute! That doesn't make any sense. 20 years and overnight success don't actually mix together like peanut butter and jelly. I believe Rankin is stating that you need to plan ahead and have some vision of what you want to be, to do, to accomplish. Where you are now, is, what it is.The question is, where are you going? Only you can answer that. Do it in your mind first!

As to Rankin's point of 20 years to be an overnight success? This apparently is a spoof. You can bet that anyone you see successful, be it J Paul Getty, Richard Gere, Michael Jordan, Carrie Underwood, Michael Phelps, etc. etc has worked their tail off like there is no tomorrow to get where they are.

Where are you? Where do you want to go, and what do you want to accomplish?

Thats my view..... WHAT SAY YOU?

In Case You Missed(11/28-12/4 Posts on Smile-Therapy)

The following is a briefing of this past weeks Daily Positive emails sent out to Smile-Therapy subscribers.

This past week we were busy giving THANKS,we discussed the quality of Listening,we looked into Scams, and....the post of the week: if you have PARENTS, you must read/watch and listen to this. Let us recap.....

11-28.... Everything is Amazing, yet no one is Happy(how spoiled we all are, in the era we are growing up in).
12-1...... A Post Thanksgiving.. all workers read this.
12-2...... The Ability to LISTEN( what an important and talented quality to have).
12-3...... How to know when a website is a SCAM.( important for your holiday shopping).
12-4...... To ANYONE who has PARENTS.. (absolute MUST watch!)

Full articles are availavble at http://www.Smile-Therapy.com/ to subscribers and free 30 day trial-ers

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Quote #10, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes.I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #10....

"Once the game is over, the king and the pawn go back in the same box."
-Italian Proverb-

I cannot wait to see what YOUR interpretion is. What a great proverb that can be taken many different ways.

Here's my take on it. We all get buried in the same way when we die. We can't take anything with us.It's not a game of who can collect the most toys. Regardless whether we are a king or a pauper.. we are all still humans. We all put our clothes on the same way.We all go to the bathroom the same way. Our blood is all the same color. We all look the same in a hospital gown no matter who we are or what our title is. Health and Death, the great equalizers.

Then it leads me to thinking...when I go into my "box", am I heading "North" or "South"? Did I live a good and honorable life? Did I add more and give back more than I took? I sure hope so.

Thats my view..... WHAT SAY YOU?

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Quote #9, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes.I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #9....

"I believe in my heart that most young boys would rather steal second base than steal a car."
-Oliver Wendell Holmes-

This morning at Smile-Therapy, I did an article on scams on the internet. Sometimes we wonder about all the crap out there and if we can really trust anyone. In the article I mention that the majority of people are hard working and trying to make an honest buck. With that stated, there are always a few of the proverbial "rotten apples" that end up making us all skeptical of the entire bunch. Sad, but reality.

I believe Holmes is saying that kids are born clean and honest.Playful and innocent. They come out of the womb smiling and trusting and totally reliant on their caretaker.What society does to them as they "age" remains to be seen. Based on his quote, I must assume Holmes, like myself, believes that most of us are good hearted and well intended.

Thats my view..... WHAT SAY YOU?

Monday, December 1, 2008

Quote #8, My Thoughts and YOUR thoughts

I love Quotes.I love them because they make me think.What does the quoter mean? Why did he/she write this? Is there a message to get through to the reader/the world? What did YOU initially think when you read it?

Here goes blog quote #8....

"If a man empties his purse into his head, no man can take it away from him. An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest."
-Ben Franklin-

There are many things you can invest in. There is gold, stocks, real estate, annuities, jewelry, art, antiques to name a few. Hard to say what's the best investment. To each his own. Ben Franklin is saying that by far the best investment you can make is... in yourself. Education. Reading. Self knowledge.

Unargueably, no matter whats going on with world currencies and other ecomonic functions, an investment in your mind can't be taken away and will never depreciate or be lost.

Personally, I am an avid reader. How about you? Do you invest in yourself? Reading, seminars and workshops, night classes, further education? Whatever it is, its sure to pay good, quality consistent dividends.
Thats my view..... WHAT SAY YOU?