The Goodness of Life
by Ralph Marston
Though there is much
to be concerned about,
there is far, far more
for which to be thankful.
Though life's goodness can
at times be overshadowed,
it is never outweighed.
For every single act
that is senselessly destructive,
there are thousands more small, quiet acts
of love, kindness and compassion.
For every person who seeks to hurt,
there are many, many more who
devote their lives to helping and to healing.
There is a goodness to life
that cannot be denied.
In the most magnificent vistas
and in the smallest details,
look closely,
for that goodness always
comes shining through.
There is no limit
to the goodness of life.
It grows more abundant
with each new encounter.
The more you experience and
appreciate the goodness of life
the more there is to be lived.
Even when the cold winds blow
and the world seems to be covered in foggy shadows,
the goodness of life lives on.
Open your eyes,
open your heart,
and you will see that
goodness everywhere.
Though the goodness of life
seems at times to suffer setbacks,
it always endures.
For in the darkest moments
it becomes vividly clear
that life is a priceless treasure.
And so the goodness of life
is made even stronger
by the very things
that would oppose it.
Time and time again
when you feared it was gone forever
you found that
the goodness of life
was really only
a moment away.
Around the next corner
Inside every moment
The goodness of life
Is there to surprise and delight you
Take a moment to let the goodness of life
touch your spirit and calm your thoughts.
Then, share your good fortune with another.
For the goodness of life grows
more and more magnificent
each time it is given away.
Though the problems constantly
scream for attention
and the conflicts appear
to rage ever stronger,
the goodness of life grows stronger still,
quietly, peacefully,
with more purpose and meaning
than ever before.
Copyright © 2004 Ralph S. Marston, Jr.
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Live The Life You've Dreamed,
Derrick
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Showing posts with label Life. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Life. Show all posts
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Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Life dishes out challenges
From Todd Falcone http://blog.toddfalcone.com/
This comes DIRECTLY from a personal experience I had on Thursday when my plane caught fire and we had to make an emergency landing in North Dakota.
I'm not at all joking. I spent about 10 hours in Fargo waiting for NEW Fire Extinguishers to be driven up to the airport from Minnesota. Quite the day. Bottom line...we made it safely to our finally destination, it just took about 20 hours.
So...why am I telling you this?
Simple.
Life dishes you stuff sometimes. Life dishes out challenges. Life dishes what life feels like dishin' whenever she feels like it. Life happens. And...
...in the midst of the STUFF we all get to experience in life, you have the opportunity to CHOOSE. I chose to keep my chin up and to EMBRACE the day, and to find JOY in the middle of the garbage.
The next time you are faced with something tough, hard, not so fun, take the HIGH road. Find the FUN in it. It'll make the pain of any bad experience, far less painful.
O.K. so...I just wanted to share that, because I saw some people flat FREAKING, even after we landed safely. Some were even super mad. I was joyful the moment we touched the ground!
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Derrick Carpenter
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This comes DIRECTLY from a personal experience I had on Thursday when my plane caught fire and we had to make an emergency landing in North Dakota.
I'm not at all joking. I spent about 10 hours in Fargo waiting for NEW Fire Extinguishers to be driven up to the airport from Minnesota. Quite the day. Bottom line...we made it safely to our finally destination, it just took about 20 hours.
So...why am I telling you this?
Simple.
Life dishes you stuff sometimes. Life dishes out challenges. Life dishes what life feels like dishin' whenever she feels like it. Life happens. And...
...in the midst of the STUFF we all get to experience in life, you have the opportunity to CHOOSE. I chose to keep my chin up and to EMBRACE the day, and to find JOY in the middle of the garbage.
The next time you are faced with something tough, hard, not so fun, take the HIGH road. Find the FUN in it. It'll make the pain of any bad experience, far less painful.
O.K. so...I just wanted to share that, because I saw some people flat FREAKING, even after we landed safely. Some were even super mad. I was joyful the moment we touched the ground!
Live The Life You've Dreamed,
Derrick Carpenter
Dreams By Design Team
http://getyourfreerkcdtoday.com/
Robert "Rich Dad/Poor Dad" Kiyosaki's CD details a plan
to help average people achieve financial wealth
Get your complimentary copy while supplies last.
I'm all a twitter http://twitter.com/HomeBizTaxCoach
P.S. You won't believe this website I found:
http://www.DesktopLightning.com/homebiztaxman
___________________________________________________________
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content, like this blog, free of charge. In order to do this, please
note that whenever you click the links in our blogs and purchase items,
in most (not all) cases we will receive a referral commission.
Your support in purchasing through these links enables us to empower
more people worldwide to live lives of their own design.
Thank you! :)
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Determine What You Want In Life
Determine What You Want In Life
What do you really want in life?
Most people don’t discover what they want in life until it’s time to die – and that’s a shame.
Most people spend the best years of their lives watching television or doing things they dislike. An author described humanity by saying, “Most people die at twenty and are buried at eighty.” Are you one of the living zombies?
What do you really want in life?
Some people struggle in answering such question. When asked what they want or what their goals in life are, many are unsure. They dillydally in their decision, hardly giving any thought about what they want in life. People without definite goals are letting time pass them by. Are you one of these people?
If you are undecided about what you want out of life, do not worry. There are many ways of discovering your purpose in life.
To discover what you want in life, try looking deep into your heart. Oftentimes, people are ruled by logic. People live by what they think they should be or by what others like them to be. The discovery process is the perfect time to listen to your heart. What your heart desires comes from the whispers of your authentic self. Your authentic self is the real you.
Listen to your heart to be able to listen to your authentic self. What your heart says usually feels right. What your heart desires is what you usually love to do and this represents your passion. Anything done with passion is like play where the task is accomplished without hesitation. You pour out your very best and feel no pressure or resistance.
You will totally enjoy doing things that are your passion. Setbacks, difficulties, and obstacles will make it more challenging, but should not deter you from pursuing your goals. Naturally, there may be barriers that may prevent you from reaching your goal, but your heart’s desire will find ways to overcome these barriers so that you may ultimately get what you want in life. Remember this: the universe supports people who are pursuing their passion and those who are pursuing their destiny.
However, this does not mean that you don’t use your head. People are born with both the mind and heart. Your duty is to live your best life and be in harmony with your mind and heart. The poet Rumi wisely said, “Live completely in the head and you cannot feel the breath and rhythm of life. Live completely in the heart and you may find yourself acting like a love-struck fool with poor judgment and discipline. It’s all a fine balance - the head and heart must forge a lifetime partnership if one wants to live a beautiful life.”
Listen to your instinct. Part of human nature is the mysterious and spontaneous reaction on things. Often times, these are called instincts. Your authentic self communicates with you and guides you via instincts. Instincts are those gentle nudges that urge you to act and follow a certain path. Your role then is to listen attentively.
Often times, we listen to what others say and allow them to run our lives. Parents often do this to their children. “We come from a family of doctors, so my son must also be a doctor.” How often do we hear this from parents who have good intentions for their children? Parents unconsciously block the true expression of their child’s real self and calling. Friends and critics will discourage you and point out the impossibility of your dream. Before heeding their advice, evaluate the accomplishments of the critics. Did they achieve theirs dreams? Do they dream big at all?
Remember, it is your destiny that is in line, not theirs. It doesn’t mean, though, that you will not listen to what other people say. Hear them out just the same. But the final decision should be yours.
There is only thing to remember: Every person, to live truly and greatly, must define how he wants to live and what his brightest life will look like. Listen to your instincts and follow your heart’s desire. You will never go wrong.
Live The Life You've Dreamed,
Derrick
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What do you really want in life?
Most people don’t discover what they want in life until it’s time to die – and that’s a shame.
Most people spend the best years of their lives watching television or doing things they dislike. An author described humanity by saying, “Most people die at twenty and are buried at eighty.” Are you one of the living zombies?
What do you really want in life?
Some people struggle in answering such question. When asked what they want or what their goals in life are, many are unsure. They dillydally in their decision, hardly giving any thought about what they want in life. People without definite goals are letting time pass them by. Are you one of these people?
If you are undecided about what you want out of life, do not worry. There are many ways of discovering your purpose in life.
To discover what you want in life, try looking deep into your heart. Oftentimes, people are ruled by logic. People live by what they think they should be or by what others like them to be. The discovery process is the perfect time to listen to your heart. What your heart desires comes from the whispers of your authentic self. Your authentic self is the real you.
Listen to your heart to be able to listen to your authentic self. What your heart says usually feels right. What your heart desires is what you usually love to do and this represents your passion. Anything done with passion is like play where the task is accomplished without hesitation. You pour out your very best and feel no pressure or resistance.
You will totally enjoy doing things that are your passion. Setbacks, difficulties, and obstacles will make it more challenging, but should not deter you from pursuing your goals. Naturally, there may be barriers that may prevent you from reaching your goal, but your heart’s desire will find ways to overcome these barriers so that you may ultimately get what you want in life. Remember this: the universe supports people who are pursuing their passion and those who are pursuing their destiny.
However, this does not mean that you don’t use your head. People are born with both the mind and heart. Your duty is to live your best life and be in harmony with your mind and heart. The poet Rumi wisely said, “Live completely in the head and you cannot feel the breath and rhythm of life. Live completely in the heart and you may find yourself acting like a love-struck fool with poor judgment and discipline. It’s all a fine balance - the head and heart must forge a lifetime partnership if one wants to live a beautiful life.”
Listen to your instinct. Part of human nature is the mysterious and spontaneous reaction on things. Often times, these are called instincts. Your authentic self communicates with you and guides you via instincts. Instincts are those gentle nudges that urge you to act and follow a certain path. Your role then is to listen attentively.
Often times, we listen to what others say and allow them to run our lives. Parents often do this to their children. “We come from a family of doctors, so my son must also be a doctor.” How often do we hear this from parents who have good intentions for their children? Parents unconsciously block the true expression of their child’s real self and calling. Friends and critics will discourage you and point out the impossibility of your dream. Before heeding their advice, evaluate the accomplishments of the critics. Did they achieve theirs dreams? Do they dream big at all?
Remember, it is your destiny that is in line, not theirs. It doesn’t mean, though, that you will not listen to what other people say. Hear them out just the same. But the final decision should be yours.
There is only thing to remember: Every person, to live truly and greatly, must define how he wants to live and what his brightest life will look like. Listen to your instincts and follow your heart’s desire. You will never go wrong.
Live The Life You've Dreamed,
Derrick
___________________________________________________________
Affiliate Disclosure: We are grateful to be of service and bring you content, like this blog, free of charge. In order to do this, please note that whenever you click the links in our emails and purchase items, in most (not all) cases we will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links enables us to empower more people worldwide to live lives of their own design. Thank you! :)
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