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Positive Thinking

Magical Moments

by Michaeline on May 18, 2013

I am currently reading (actually working) Rhonda Byrne’s book The Magic (Atria Books 2012).

The book focuses on the magic of gratitude. How many times to you say thank you each day? Think about all the things and people in your life that you can be thankful for.

I am now on day 23 of working the magic. I have found that in the busyness of life I sometimes forget to be grateful for the daily wonders of my life. The book is provoking thought and the practice of being grateful for everything including the lessons I learn on a daily basis.

So if you want to have more in your life….start being grateful for what you currently have. See the positives in your current circumstances. And don’t take things and people for granted. I wish you an abundant life and a grateful heart.

What are you grateful for?

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Honoring Mother’s Day with a Thankful Heart

by Michaeline on May 11, 2013

Happy Mother’s Day!

In memory of my mother, Dorothy, and in honor of all mothers…I am grateful for all they give and all I have received from those that have touched my life.

I am appreciative for all the neighborhood moms on Edwin Street that watched out for me when I was growing up and playing with their children. I am indebted to the mentors I had who were my professional “moms”; they taught me about work ethic and professionalism and “took me under their wing”.

This Mother’s Day and every day let’s have a thankful heart for Mothers and others who have touched our life. When you fill your life with gratitude you will receive more in return. Who are you grateful for?

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Up or Down?

May 4, 2013

I recently read a saying that captured my attention…  “The direction of your mouth will determine the type of day you will have”. Since I have been focusing on gratitude and positive thinking I thought it significant that this statement presented itself to me. It is a long-held belief that it takes more muscles to [...]

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Spring is in the Air

March 16, 2013

“The day the Lord created hope was probably the same day he created spring.” ~Bern Williams Spring and hope are interconnected in the mind, body, and spirit. In spring, nature provides inspiration and hints that there are new possibilities. The feeling of expectation flourishes. Spring gives us hope for rejuvenation in our own lives. Spring is [...]

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Birthdays….what do they mean?

March 9, 2013

According to Wikipedia: “A birthday is a day when a person celebrates the anniversary of his or her birth. Birthdays are celebrated in numerous cultures, often with a gift, party, or rite of passage. The celebration of a birthday usually is thought to mark how old a person is.” When the month of March arrives, [...]

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Are You Lurking in the Shadow?

February 9, 2013

I couldn’t resist another post with a twist on Groundhog Day which was last week. How many times do we feel negative, depressed, or frustrated? What is your inner dialogue? Negative thoughts, worry and stress cause inner shadows. They lurk inside us and dampen our hope and joy. Allow your true, inner light to shine. [...]

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The Gift of Christmas

December 22, 2012

Christmas gift suggestions: To your enemy, forgiveness. To an opponent, tolerance. To a friend, your heart. To a customer, service. To all, charity. To every child, a good example. To yourself, respect. ~Oren Arnold Wishing you these gifts and more this holiday season.

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Take Time for Yourself this Holiday

December 15, 2012

The holidays come on top of all our other tasks so make sure you have time for yourself. Put yourself first so you have the energy for others and other things. You can start by letting go of unrealistic expectations and commit to not over obligating yourself. Ask for help and take time to read [...]

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Don’t Just Survive…Thrive During the Holidays!

December 1, 2012

We all feel pressure at some time or another in our life. When we use it as a positive…a challenge… we handle it well and it can be inspiring and stimulating. When pressure becomes overwhelming…it causes exhaustion, ill health and unhappiness. The holiday often adds pressure on top of an overwhelming and harried life. When [...]

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Thankfulness

November 24, 2012

 I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought; and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder. ~G.K. Chesterton Watch a three year old or any child at any time but especially at holiday time…they approach everything with a sense of wonder and joy. They are thankful just for the experience. It was [...]

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