Your bodies are fully equipped with all you need. đđ
By now we have all heard the expression, âTwo heads are better than one.â Well, we each arrived with one of those. A mouth, for kissing loved ones, words of encouragement, and perfectly designed for a smile. That simple gesture can make someone day.
We have two shoulders. Offer one to anyone who needs one to cry on. Use the other to offer support, and rebalance someoneâs when life gets a bit topsy-turvy. And never underestimate the power of your two hands. Whether they are clapping, cooking or cuddling, hands are the way to reach out and touch someone.
Donât be stingy, I have never met a person that has had too many hugs đ¤ buff.ly/2LWwSaR
Wouldnât it be nice if our bodies came with some of the same features as our phones do?
I for one would love a âDELETEâ button. Some experiences, exchanges and unfortunate situations would be better off deleted.
How about an âENDâ button? With a mere press of a button, an argument or distressing conversation is over. Ahh quiet...and once again there is peace in your kingdom.
And letâs not forget my favorite: the âOFFâ button. Everyoneâs life gets overwhelming. If only we could stop the world and get âOFFâ for a minute.
I canât tell you how much pleasure telling SIRI to go to sleep has brought me over the years. Donât you wish we had one of those when we were raising our kids?
Challenge yourself every time the opportunity arises. đŞđ
It may be a new job, sport or talent. Never underestimate the emotional or spiritual ones. Address all your trials and tribulations. We all have them. They are future skills yet to be awakened!
Poke the Bear! Have you been hibernating in the comfort of your âKNOWNâ? Get up, get out of bed, and drag a comb across your head. Dress your body and mind for success. You have everything you need to make it.
Believing it is the first step to success. If all you hear in your mind and ears is âyou canâtâ, you wonât. You can hear a thousand Nos, but you only need one yes. Tell yourself âI got this!â and all thatâs left for you to do is to enjoy the ride. buff.ly/2LWwSaR
We donât always have the answers to the questions asked. No one does!
Go find it, and keep searching. Focus on the pursuit of truth. The wisdom you admire in anyone was not earned coasting in neutral. Ask yourself, âHow important is finding the answer to me?"
Put the pedal to the metal. If youâre stuck in the mud, take your foot off the gas. All youâre doing at this point is spinning your wheels, and digging yourself in deeper. Ask for a helping hand. đđhttps://buff.ly/2LWwSaR
Navigating the Teenage Years | Cathy Tolk | Inspirational Blog
Navigating the Teenage Years | Cathy Tolk | Inspirational Blog
Navigating the teenage years is no easy task. Where did the time go? It feels like yesterday you were teaching them to walk and talk.Stop only fantasizing about the future. Start today, right here and right now. âł
Life marches on with or without us. Stop taking the safe way out. Stand up, use your voice and dare to believe in your dreams. If you donât believe in them, how do you expect anybody else to? Indecision is a decision. Doing nothing is a choice. Have faith in yourself.
Youâve made it this far, after all! đŞhttps://buff.ly/2LWwSaR
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A Little Southern Humanity - Cathy Tolk
Itâs such a special moment when one of your children does something that makes you proud. I would quickly look in Andrewâs direction if he was there, and without saying a word, we both knew exactly what we were thinking. We used no words, our silent eye exchange said it all.Have you ever seen the look in someoneâs eyes and they are glossed over, completely lifeless? That look is rooted in disappointment and regret đ¨
At first glance, you realize their childhood dreams and wishes didnât turn out to be perfect. The difference between childhood dreams and wishes is the reality of living life. Some have called it harsh. I call it the truth!
They may be so weary, disillusioned and emotionally raw that theyâre not even sure what the truth is anymore. What road have they traveled? đŁLife is not always user-friendly. Donât be its victim; become its student.
The pursuit of being right is an unachievable, exhausting and uphill battle, as opposed to the mission of discovering the truth. It feels like a maze with many unexpected twists and turns.
But, donât ever give up. If you do, youâre sure to fail! buff.ly/2LWwSaR
A woman complained that she didnât own anything of any value. I smiled, leaned closer and whispered, "You have the richest of the riches this world has to offer." đ¸I sincerely nodded, emphasizing my truth in what I had just shared. She looked at me like I was crazy.
Have you ever had someone look at you and know theyâre looking straight through you, trying to read your soul? I had seen that same look before when I gave the same answer. I wasnât put off in the slightest. I had nothing to hide and said to her, "You have your family, friendships, and the most valuable treasure of all, LIFE!â đ¨âđŠâđ§
I winked and allowed these words to resonate and find a new home in her mind and heart. Count your blessings; they are everywhere for everyone. buff.ly/2LWwSaR
We live in a world where we can choose to SUPER-SIZE many things.
There are superhighways. China has one that has 56 lanes going in each direction. At a fast-food drive-thru, theyâd ask if you want to super-size your meal đ
The Super Bowl is a yearly event looked forward to and watched by fans on and off the field đ Advertisers pay exorbitant amounts of money to air their commercials. My favorite is the Anheuser Busch Clydesdales, with the adorable yellow Labrador puppy. The half time show is loaded with superstars and memorable ads, whether or not there is a wardrobe malfunction.
Bigger is not always better. Ask almost anybody before they step on the scale. Control the size of your world: the obligations and food on your plate, and last but not least, your time. buff.ly/2LWwSaR