Sometimes…it's the little things!
In life, we often think that it’s the big things
that make a huge impact,
on ourselves and others,
but often it’s a little “switch” that can make
the biggest difference!
When we change our views, it can change our lives:
Looking on the bright side, instead of living under a cloud of doom and gloom.
Trying to look for the best in others, as opposed to finding fault.
The old adage – Glass half empty or half full applies here.
Asking ourselves “what good have I done”, instead of “what
haven’t I done”?
When we make an effort to be kinder:
How about smiling and nodding at the obnoxious driving
instead of using a certain hand gesture?
Can we looked less pained, when the young mother in front of us
in the checkout line (yes the one with the screaming baby
and whining toddler), is using a fistful of coupons?
Can we remember to compliment a helpful store employee,
instead of just complaining about the one who won’t help at all?
When we treat our families, as well as we treat company:
Let’s think twice about how we speak to our family members…
Please and Thank You, can go a long long way.
Why not set the weekday table with the fancy holiday dishes.
Look over the undone chores now and then, but remember
to praise when a job is done well.
(This goes for adults and well and children.)
When we make our homes a haven:
Flowers – just a few, can make any room brighter.
Keeping things clean is easier than cleaning a mess.
Less is more..the less stuff we have, the less cleaning
we have to do, so we have more time & more room.
Rearrange a room now and then.
A new layout can sometimes be as good as new furniture.
Simply framed photo’s can be more wonderful than expensive art!
When we become dooers in our
neighborhoods and communities:
Pick up that piece of trash in your neighbors front yard,
and always pick up after your dog!
When your neighbor goes out of town,
instead of getting irritated because their lawn is overgrown,
mow theirs for them while they are gone.
Offer to pick up groceries or prescriptions, for elderly residents.
Volunteer at your local school, even if just for an hour or two
now and then.
VOTE – you can’t complain if you don’t try to do something about it.
When we give to ourselves:
Be satisfied with what we’ve done.
This doesn’t mean that we stop trying to be better,
but there are times when just keeping our heads above
water is okay.
Find time for ourselves.
The better we feel, the better we can deal.
Physical, emotional, and spiritual enrichment,
is as important of ourselves as it is for our children’
and our spouses.
Knowledge is power.
Learning should be a life long process.
Not everyone can go to college, but everyone can get a library card.
Remember – Reading IS Fundamental.
Switch it up with LITTLE things…
and watch what HUGE difference it makes:-)
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