My Facebook followers have often mentioned that they enjoy seeing some of the positive posts I put as my status. I usually put a "Happiness is" saying on there or some other words of wisdom. I started putting up "Happiness is" phrases just to post something and it has started to catch on.
Most recently, I started posting up words of inspiration in the mornings and it has slowly caught on. I usually post something in regards to being happy because I have coffee in my system or I am looking forward to getting what could be a good day started. I am usually happy in the mornings so I figured that sharing the feelings on Facebook wouldn't hurt.
Starting off the day can be rough but thinking of something positive while driving into work can be helpful. Thoughts can range from your passions, simple pleasures or what you have planned after work but taking a few moments to think of a simple happy thought can help get the day started right.
To think of a simple pleasure or phrase that is positive, take what LaVar Burton did on almost every episode of Reading Rainbow, the PBS television show that encouraged children to read. Growing up and watching the show occasionally, it always seemed like Burton started off each episode with a positive phrase. There was always a shot of him doing a simple task and he would say something like "There is nothing like a glass of cold lemonade on a hot day" or "there is nothing like a good book on a rainy afternoon" to start off the episode. I am sure there are more sayings Burton said on the show but he always started it off with a positive spin.
To get the day started right, think of a happy thought and spread it around!
Friday, March 23, 2012
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Creating Balance Starts With Getting Out of the House
Creating a balance between work and personal life isn't always easy but it isn't impossible either. Having a balance helps create a lifestyle in which you can focus on work but leave it at work when you go home.
Balance isn't impossible to achieve and it starts with one simple concept; taking the time to get out of the house. Taking the time to relax at home can be beneficial but taking time to get out of the house and meeting new people or doing your hobbies can help create that balance.
Having a demanding job can be tough and it is easy to just want to come home and do nothing. Taking a couple of nights a week to yourself is okay but doing it too much can make it difficult to create a balance.
Below are some tips for finding time to get out of the house and enjoying life outside of work:
1) Plan when to do household chores in advance and stick with that schedule - Plan when you want to do your household chores such as cleaning, cooking, improvements, etc. in advance. If possible, try and plan a couple of jobs during the week so your weekends can be freed up for other opportunities.
2) Make time for your hobbies - Hobbies can help us relax outside of work and make time to do them. This will help you get out of the house, possibly meet others and provide something for you to look forward to
3) Plan times to meet with people in advance - If planning something last minute doesn't help, plan in advance! Take the time to plan time to meet up with friends and plan the times in advance if needed.
Balance isn't impossible to achieve and it starts with one simple concept; taking the time to get out of the house. Taking the time to relax at home can be beneficial but taking time to get out of the house and meeting new people or doing your hobbies can help create that balance.
Having a demanding job can be tough and it is easy to just want to come home and do nothing. Taking a couple of nights a week to yourself is okay but doing it too much can make it difficult to create a balance.
Below are some tips for finding time to get out of the house and enjoying life outside of work:
1) Plan when to do household chores in advance and stick with that schedule - Plan when you want to do your household chores such as cleaning, cooking, improvements, etc. in advance. If possible, try and plan a couple of jobs during the week so your weekends can be freed up for other opportunities.
2) Make time for your hobbies - Hobbies can help us relax outside of work and make time to do them. This will help you get out of the house, possibly meet others and provide something for you to look forward to
3) Plan times to meet with people in advance - If planning something last minute doesn't help, plan in advance! Take the time to plan time to meet up with friends and plan the times in advance if needed.
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Key Rules To First Dates
Online dating continues to grow rapidly and getting the first date can make or break what happens next. Making a good first impression is important but not rocket science either.
Below are some first tips to setting up the first date and what to do on the day of:
1) Try Having a Phone Conversation With The Person First Before Setting Up a Time and Place to Meet - Arranging a meeting via e-mail is easy to do but you will want to make sure you can have a conversation with the person first. Someone may be comfortable e-mailing you back and forth but the two of you may not be able to have much of a conversation in person. Try setting up a phone conversation beforehand to see if the other person is someone you can talk to easily.
2) Pick a Place That Is Comfortable For Both of You - Picking a place that is familiar and comfortable for both of you will help make the first date more relaxing. This will help both of you settle in and begin a conversation.
3) Relax, Relax, Relax - It's okay to be a little nervous on a first date but remember to just relax and let the conversation flow. Building a good conversation can take a little skill at time but isn't as overbearing as it seems. Sit back, relax and enjoy your date for the evening.
4) Take Time to Get to Know the Other Person - Avoid babbling about yourself or random topics and focus your time on getting to know the other person. Find out what his or her interests are, what he or she likes to do and learn about that person. Take the time to listen and respond and you will develop a conversation.
Below are some first tips to setting up the first date and what to do on the day of:
1) Try Having a Phone Conversation With The Person First Before Setting Up a Time and Place to Meet - Arranging a meeting via e-mail is easy to do but you will want to make sure you can have a conversation with the person first. Someone may be comfortable e-mailing you back and forth but the two of you may not be able to have much of a conversation in person. Try setting up a phone conversation beforehand to see if the other person is someone you can talk to easily.
2) Pick a Place That Is Comfortable For Both of You - Picking a place that is familiar and comfortable for both of you will help make the first date more relaxing. This will help both of you settle in and begin a conversation.
3) Relax, Relax, Relax - It's okay to be a little nervous on a first date but remember to just relax and let the conversation flow. Building a good conversation can take a little skill at time but isn't as overbearing as it seems. Sit back, relax and enjoy your date for the evening.
4) Take Time to Get to Know the Other Person - Avoid babbling about yourself or random topics and focus your time on getting to know the other person. Find out what his or her interests are, what he or she likes to do and learn about that person. Take the time to listen and respond and you will develop a conversation.
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