Thought For Today - December

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The Urge to Gossip

Now, we all gossip. But what goes around comes around! So, don’t do it.

Curb that urge to talk about others behind their back. Say positive, complimentary things about others.

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Attending Every Meeting

We may receive many invitations to attend meetings. We know that great things can happen when minds meet. But if we were to say yes to every meeting, we may be wasting our valuable time.

So, determine whether it's absolutely necessary for you to attend the meeting. If you choose to decline the invitation, do it appropriately. If appropriate, give a reason why, or what you may be doing instead of attending the meeting.

Know that you’re not needed to attend every meeting, and save your valuable time.

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A Relaxation Tip That Works Wonders

If you're tired and stressed, a soak in a hot bath works wonders. But if you have no time, then here's a tip: take two minutes to sit quietly and visualize it. It'll take you only a couple of minutes to feel as if you've had a thirty minute bath!

Visualize immersing yourself in a hot bath. As you lie in the bath, feel the warmth of the water soothe your muscles. Loosen your arms, release the tension from your back and relax your hips and legs. Immerse yourself in the warmth and relaxation, and let it work not only on your body, but on your mind too.

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Are We There Yet?

Are we there yet? How often do you find yourself focused only on the destination? To reach that goal, whatever it may be?

Often, in our hurry to reach our goals, we get impatient and we also pace ourselves unsustainably. As a result, we don't enjoy the journey.

Instead of focusing on "Are we there yet?” focus on reaching your goals at a sustainable pace. Then you'll enjoy the journey, as well as the destination.

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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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How High Can You Go?

What's going to take you to higher and greater altitudes, in your success, personal development, in everything you do? Of course, your aptitude has a lot to do with how high you can go - but so does your attitude.

Your attitude impacts everything, from your outlook, to your performance and results. So energize, empower and elevate your attitude. Then use your attitude as a springboard to reach for higher heights and greater altitudes.

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Like A Chair

Just like a chair supports our body when we sit on it, be like a chair and be a support to others.

Even though some chairs are cozy and some uncomfortable, they’re always there when you need them. Like a chair, be there when others need you and enable them to be comfortable with who they are.

But sitting for too long isn't good for anyone, so, know when to let others rely on you and when to let them be self-reliant.

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Busy Doing Everything

Do everything yourself and you'll always be busy doing everything! So, if you want to be less busy and more efficient, do this, delegate.

Delegate more effectively, and not just the stuff you don't want to do. Match the person with the task or let them choose the tasks they want to take on. Once you’ve clearly communicated clear expectations, let go and let others do things their way

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Challenge Your Dislikes

We all have likes and dislikes…. activities, people, tasks, food…. But do they limit your life experience? How about, challenging your dislikes. Can you like the dislikes? If you can't, then can you dislike a little less?

Of course, it’s good to know what you like and don’t like. At the same time, keep challenging your dislikes and keep refining what you like and don't like. We don't have to like everything, but it’s good to broaden our life experience, isn’t it!

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The River of Life

Like a river, life has its twists and turns and obstacles. Yet the river keeps flowing.

Like a river, accommodate the twists and turns of life. When obstacles come your way, your challenge is to find or create a way forward. Keep flowing forward and enjoy the exciting adventure that is life.

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Any 2014 Regrets?

2015 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 2016 will be pretty much the same as 2015. 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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Enhance your Inner Beauty

We all want to look beautiful. But beauty is more than skin deep. Just as we can enhance our outer beauty, why not invest in enhancing your inner beauty. Try the following three steps:

1. Feel beautiful. Meditate daily to experience your inner beauty, your positivity and power.
2. Be comfortable in your skin. Affirm your strengths and qualities, and accept your flaws.
3. Appreciate beauty. Notice what’s beautiful in everyone and everything around you.

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Wrapped Up in Stress?

Are you wrapped up in the ‘stress of December’? Here’s a way to de-stress: reach out to others.

Give your time to an elderly neighbor. Volunteer in your community. Lend a helping hand at your local food bank. Simply find a way to get involved and do something valuable.

Be kind, your way. Be generous, your way. It’s a win-win for everyone.

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The Milestone Moments

Milestones come and go. This year make time, before the end of the year, to acknowledge the milestones from 2015.

Reflect on your accomplishments, the victories and triumphs, small and big. Review what could have been done better and what lessons can be learned. Remember the happy and meaningful moments.

Savor the milestone moments from 2015 and let them pave your way forward into 2016.

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Nutritious Thoughts

We all like to feel good don't we? And we all have our health conscious stints! But have you thought about the health of your mind? Just about everything evolves through our mind, revolves around our mind and involves the use of our mind.

Get mind conscious. Start feeding your mind nourishing, nutritious, healthy thoughts. It's not only good for you, but it will also make you feel good. Are you ready to go on a health stint?

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Avoid the Trap

Most of us fall into the trap of making last minute New Year's resolutions. As a result, our resolutions are based on what’s bothering us at that time, rather than things that are really going to make a difference. You can avoid this trap by giving your resolutions some thought beforehand. Rethink where you need to go in the next year. Then make resolutions that will make a difference in your life.

To increase your chances of keeping your New Year's resolutions, you may want to set resolutions that are achievable, rather than over ambitious.

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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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December 21

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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December 22

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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December 23

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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December 24

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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December 25

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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December 26

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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December 27

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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December 28

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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December 29

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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December 30

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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December 31

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.