Thought For Today - December

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The Unfinished

How many things in your life are unfinished? Projects, conversations, tasks, documents.....

Leave things unfinished if:
a) it's no longer relevant or a priority
b) it needs to be done in small steps or needs time for a better response

But if it's still relevant or a priority, or if it's unfinished because of laziness, then it's time to decide to finish the unfinished, once and for all.

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Energy for Earth

Like everything else, the earth too responds to our energy. Are you supplying the earth with good energy?

When you’re out walking and you see a bit of green grass or some trees, or admire the sky, the clouds or the sunset - nourish the earth with the energy of gratitude and kindness.

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Lighten your Headache

Most of us have the habit of thinking too much, especially when situations collide in our head. Think too much and it makes our head heavy – it’s one of the main causes of headaches.

Avoid thinking too much and take care of your head. Try not to let situations collide in your head. If they do, try not to think too much. If you do, then try to lighten up.

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A Relationship Audit

Ever thought about doing a relationship audit? Right about now seems a good time to take an inventory of your personal & professional relationships.

Take stock of what's going well & what's not. Determine how to fix the relationships that need fixing, & nurture the ones that need nurturing.

Do a relationship audit to better your approach & to make your relationships better.

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Dance Your Way

If you want to de-stress from the Christmas rush or stay healthy over the festive period – here’s an easy tip: Dance. It’s good for your posture, muscle strength and your fun-factor.

Turn on the music and dance around the room, step onto that dance floor at the next party, or find a dance class near you – and salsa, hip-hop disco, freestyle…. Dance your way to better well being.

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Using criticism constructively

How do you react to criticism? Do you deny, blame, close off…? Remember, it’s not your whole character being criticized. Face any shortcoming with courage and welcome the chance to polish the rough edges of your character.

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Humility Defined

Humility dismisses nothing. Rather, it takes small things into consideration, recognising that whatever life presents, needs to be respected.

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Consider the Opposite

Would you like to discover new horizons, expand your learning? There is one simple, inexpensive thing you can do - take time to consider the opposite.

Whether you're considering ideas, making decisions or participating in conversations - consider the opposite.

Consider the opposite and not only will you broaden your mind but you'll also find that others will oppose you less.

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A Little Bit of Nothing

Would you say that doing a little bit of nothing every day is unproductive?

Why don’t you try and see if it works for you. You may find that doing a little bit of nothing every day makes you more productive and relaxed.

Go on, indulge in doing a little bit of nothing, every day. Just make sure you don’t feel guilty about it or overindulge in it. Do nothing and really enjoy it.

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Rejection Happens

Ever been rejected by someone? No-one likes being rejected, but it does happen.

If you don’t want rejection to crush you, here are 3 steps:

1. Accept the rejection and accept other people’s choices.
2. Understand that rejections are rarely personal, so take it less personally.
3. Instead of rejecting rejection, learn from what went wrong and where you went
wrong. Use the information to become better and stronger.

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The Best in Someone

When someone’s not at their best, notice the best in them.

How? Ask yourself: What’s the one quality I appreciate in this person? What small success have I noticed this person have today?

Notice the successes and qualities, however small. Keep these in your mind every time you think of them or interact with them. Then you’ll slowly begin to draw the best out of them.

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Any 2014 Regrets?

2014 is nearly over. Any regrets? Do you wish you had done things differently?

Well, you can’t change the past, but you think about the things you want to modify and do differently, otherwise 2015 will be pretty much the same as 2014. This way, you’ll get the best out of your regrets.

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Abundance

To experience a life of abundance focus on what you have, rather than on what you feel is missing in your life. Count the good things, the riches in your life and give thanks for them. This begins to create a feeling of abundance.

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Smile

Smiling saves energy and elicits a positive response from both others and your own brain.

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Expectations and Reactions

When someone does not conform to your expectations - do you react? Well, expecting people to conform to your expectations is a bit unrealistic.

As the owner of your reactions, take your foot off the accelerator of expectations and put your foot on the brake of acceptance.

Not only will you calm your reactions, but your ability to positively influence others will also increase.

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Organize your Mindbox

Just as most of us prefer to keep our mailbox organized, in the same way, how about keeping our mindbox organized?

Organize your mindbox at a time that works best for you, maybe during your daily commute. Take a few minutes to: 1) Delete all those unnecessary thoughts. 2) Add ideas, action thoughts to the appropriate lists. 3) Note down any concerns or problems, to look at another time.

Keep your mindbox organized and all your thoughts will be easier to access. You’ll remember things more easily, concentrate better and get more done.

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Tips for Successful Change

When it comes to making personal changes, we may start with the best intentions but it may not always lead to success.

To increase the likelihood of successful change, here are a few tips:
– Tackle one change at a time, instead of many changes at the same time.
– Define why you really want this change.
– Create a plan with specific goals and a practical timeline.
– Work out how you will support and sustain the change, as well as, monitor and measure your progress.

You can even use these tips when you make your New Year’s resolutions.

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Appointment with Yourself

In the busyness and pressures of daily life, make sure you set an appointment with yourself – monthly if not weekly.

Walk, write, meditate; be with yourself to gain a deeper awareness of your thoughts, inner resources and where best to invest extra energy and time.

Spend quality time with yourself, and you’ll enhance your capacity to give quality time to everything and everyone else.

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Unwrapping the Gift

Don’t you love unwrapping gifts…. the anticipation, as you wonder what on earth could be inside?

Now, with that same anticipation and excitement – unwrap each day as a gift.

Even if the day is not how you want it to be, unwrap it as a gift, and you might just be surprised, delighted and maybe even grateful.

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Rehashing Decisions

Do you have the habit of rehashing decisions already made? If the decision is not working out for you and you’re not happy, then see if changing your decision is an option. If it is, then change it. If you don’t have the option to change your decision, then like with anything else, just take the opportunity to make it work for you!

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Sense and Spirituality

Sense is practical intelligence. Some of it is learned, yet the implication is that we have an inbuilt idea of right and wrong that enables us to act accordingly. Spirituality is about understanding the self and realigning our sense of self with how we relate to the world around us. When we integrate sense and spirituality, we engage meaningfully with a spiritual sensibility.

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Accepting criticism

When someone criticizes you, learn to listen – don’t interrupt or start giving excuses. If there’s any validity in the criticism – agree, apologize and see what you can change. If the criticism is wrong or unfair say: ‘That’s an interesting point of view but, I don’t agree with you.’

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Festive Pressures

Reduce festive pressures by planning well, but try not to have expectations that are too unrealistic. And remember that if things go wrong, don’t get so uptight about things – it’s not the end of the world. Let Christmas just happen. And don’t forget what it’s all really about, fun and celebration. So, go on, have fun and celebrate!

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Everyday Angels

Sometimes it feels as if angels appear right on cue. But perhaps for most of us, it’s the recognition that the solutions are more likely to be found in everyday things around us and in our friends. It may well be that it is we ourselves who are in the position of being an angel. A kind word, a smile or simply our presence can touch another person and set off a ripple. By maintaining sensitivity for the well-being of others, we may give ourselves the opportunity to see life through an angel’s eyes.

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Something to Give

Today, make sure whoever you come into contact with doesn’t go away empty handed. They should feel that they’ve gained something from the interaction. Find something to share that will benefit them and make them feel better. It doesn’t have to be a physical object, it could be an encouraging word, a solution or even a positive thought or a good wish.

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Introvert or an Extrovert?

Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Or are you a little bit of both? Whichever way you lean, try to balance your introversion-extroversion. Enjoy solitude as well as the company of others. Be active and reflective. Understand yourself and thrive.

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A Pantomime Mindset

“I can’t!” Believe you can’t and you most likely won’t! Instead, get into a pantomime mindset and face your doubts with amusement and fun. So every time you hear “Oh No, You Can’t!” say to yourself “Oh Yes, I Can!” Believe you can and you most likely will!

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Music Moods

Music has an effect on your mood. Music soothes the soul and guides you to reminisce. Music fills you with optimism and motivation and boosts your focus endurance. But music can also have a negative effect. It can be distracting, agitating…. Why not use music to your advantage. Pick the right kind of music to create the mood you want.

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Stop. Think. Respond.

Rethink before reacting. Don’t say the first thing that comes into your head, but slow down and think carefully about how you want to respond. Stop. Think. Then speak.

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Forward Thinking

As the new year approaches, it’s almost impossible not to think ahead in some way. Our thoughts will certainly influence how the year will unfold; after all, our thoughts are the starting point of all that we create. The quality of our thinking today shapes the quality of our life tomorrow. What are your thoughts about the future?

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Celebrate Good Times

Everyday is a celebration because instead of waiting for happy endings, we open our eyes to the wonder of life, to see the humour and magic in each moment. Delighted in the way things turn out, amazed at the beauty of it all.