EXPERIENCE

Get in touch with your playful side and reconnect to your past at the same time.  Now, hon, it's time to dig through your old photo albums.  Believe me, it will bring a big smile to your face! Consider the fearlessness and confidence in the face of yourself, at say 7 years old.  Think back... what was going on at that time in your life.  I remembered that every day seemed like an adventure.  It made me think of the things I really enjoyed, like riding my bicycle, learning to do new things, wearing curls in my hair, eating raised-glazed donuts from Palm's Bakery every Sunday, and sleeping in.  It moved me so much that I took a picture of my 7-year-old self and put it in a frame on my dresser to remind me each day, especially when I'm not feeling confident, that there's still a 7-year-old's excitement and joy inside me.  And I got out my mom's meatloaf recipe!  It never tasted better.  I hope you enjoy your blast to the past! 

OBSERVATION

It appears that those who are open to the suggestions and opinions of others learn a great deal; and earn respect.  They are not afraid to experiment, and they seem delighted by the variety they come to know.  What a rich array of experience, adventure, philosophy, art, and culture life gives us...  Dig in.

ADVICE

Look for and acknowledge the everyday miracles in your life -- "everyday miracles" might sound like a contradiction, but they are real -- it's all a matter of your perception.

TILT (This I Learned Today)

In a wonderful workbook about communicating more cooperatively, Dennis Rivers outlines the following seven challenges and provides tools for effective interaction. 

1  Listen carefully and responsively

2  Explain your conversational intent and invite consent

3  Express clearly and completely

4  Translate complaints and criticisms into requests

5  Ask open-ended, creative questions

6  Express appreciation

7  Make this a priority every day

If this interests you, find more at The Seven Challenges, read the publication free online, or purchase the book!  May you find good stuff to brighten your days!

AND A COUPLE OTHER THINGS

Count your blessings this week... and enjoy all the things that you have come to know.  Gratitude is considered a key element in joy.  So, give thanks and lighten your heart.  Dab your lips with SandDollar^TM L.I.P.^TM wand and smile big.

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