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Did you make any New Year's Resolutions? Most of us like to start the new year with hopes and plans for a good year. The past is behind us and we carry over the blessings, memories, and lessons it has taught us. But today is a new day, a new year, and we can start fresh. We can have new beginnings and set new goals. What would you like to be different this coming year? Maybe you want to get

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! Best wishes for a joyful, blessed holiday season and a very Happy New Year!!

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 Whether you are watching a movie, riding in an elevator, listening to a commercial on the radio, or simply shopping, you will find that there is always some kind of background music playing. You may not even be aware of it, but it is there and it sets a mood. In a movie, it becomes a part of your experience. You grip your seat as you feel the tension building. The excitement makes your heart

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Find inspiration Be encouraged & filled with hope Learn powerful tools Discover freedom Build an unshakeable foundation to true and lasting happiness....... Building a Foundation for Happiness by Dennis Liegghio a very candid and inspirational story of survival, strength and ultimate victory in discovering life purpose, freedom and true joy. Dennis shares his story of suicidal depression,

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We are often told to aim high in life, but we must aim at what we would hit instead.  A general purpose is not enough.  The arrow shot from the bow does not wander around to see what it can hit on its way, but flies straight to the mark. ~Og Mandino We can aim for the stars, but without clear vision and focus, our energies will be scattered.  What are we really reaching or aiming for anyway? 

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This thought-provoking article Is Suicide Right for Me? is written by Micheal Petipren.  It is his reaction and  personal response to Stop Suicide Song Video.  We hope you enjoy it!  If you have any thoughts, articles, comments or personal response to the music video, we encourage you to share it with us.  You can email us at:  contactbehappy@behappy4life.com **See reader response to Is Suicide

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To find the good life you must become yourself. ~ Dr. Bill Jackson We all want to be liked by others. We want to be accepted for who we are, and we want to feel free to be our genuine selves around them. But sometimes we feel pressured to live up to a certain image or expectation of what we think will please or impress others. So we try to become someone we are not. And we might even compromise

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Happiness lies, first of all, in health. ~George William Curtis Just imagine for a moment what life would be like if each individual on earth were allowed to own just one automobile per lifetime. Do you think you would be more motivated to take better care of your vehicle-getting routine tune-ups and oil changes, rotating tires, keeping it clean, and so forth? Some of us might have a very

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Recently I had to take on a new responsibility that I was not very pleased with. Actually, I had a bad attitude about it. Once I realized that nothing was going to change unless I did, I decided to change my perspective. I thought about this quote:  I can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses. It's all how you look at it. J. Kenfield Morley I

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Pain and suffering are a part of the human experience. No one is exempt. Tragedies occur leaving us in shock and devastation. Diseases weaken and destroy bodies. The innocent are abused and exploited. Families are broken and hearts are shattered. Losses leave us to grieve and cry out from the depths of our souls, Why? This question is so often directed to the only One who knows the answer. We

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What is opportunity, and when does it knock? It never knocks. You can wait a whole lifetime, listening and hoping, and you will hear no knocking. None at all. You are opportunity, and you must knock on the door leading to your destiny. You prepare yourself to recognize opportunity, to pursue and seize opportunity as you develop the strength of your personality and build a self-image with which

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We have heard that laughter is contagious, but did you know that happiness is contagious as well? I just read about a 20 year research study that showed a person is 15 percent more likely to be happy if they have a close friend or family member that is happy. It also showed that happy people tend to stick together. This makes perfect sense. I notice that the more I commit to being the best I can

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We all play an active role in our physical and mental health.  The choices we make every day determine our well-being and our destiny.  I am thankful that there is so much we can do to be our best and enjoy the qualities and many benefits that come from healthy, hopeful, positive thinking and balanced, stable emotions. Following are the 8 keys that I have discovered to be essential to a healthy

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We’ve got this gift of love, but love is like a precious plant. You can’t just accept it and leave it in the cupboard or just think it’s going to get on by itself. You’ve got to keep watering it. You’ve got to really look after it and nurture it. ~John Lennon A special day is set aside every year to celebrate the gift of love. During this time we show our appreciation and love for that special

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Words to Live By The best day of your life is the one on which you decide your life is your own. No apologies or excuses. No one to lean on, rely on, or blame. The gift is yours - it is an amazing journey - and you alone are responsible for the quality of it. This is the day your life really begins. ~Bob Moawad The Greatest Handicap - Fear The Best Day - Today Easiest Thing to Do - Find Fault

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We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. ~Winston Churchill We live in a give-and-take society. When we give, we usually expect to get something in return. But sometimes we give for the sheer joy of giving. We don’t expect anything in return. It just makes us feel good to know that our giving has made a positive impact; it has helped in some way or it has made someone

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May God make your year a happy one! Not by shielding you from all sorrows and pain, But by strengthening you to bear it, as it comes; Not by making your path easy, But by making you sturdy to travel any path; Not by taking hardships from you, But by taking fear from your heart; Not by granting you unbroken sunshine, But by keeping your face bright, even in the shadows; Not by

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There are three stages of man: he believes in Santa Claus; he does not believe in Santa Claus; he is Santa Claus. ~Bob Phillips The holiday season can be one of the most beautiful and loving times of the year. It is a magical time when our hearts are more open to give and think of others. Whether it is gifts, donations, or kindness, our giving brings us much of the joy we experience and

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Welcome to BeHappy4Life and thanks for joining us. Our heart’s desire is to empower you to be your best and make happiness a lifestyle! Please feel free to send us your comments, questions or suggestions to contactbehappy@behappy4life.com . We would love to hear from you. If you enjoy the BeHappy4Life Blog, please forward to your family and friends. Together we can make each new day brighter

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Following is Principle No. 3: Happiness is...Connecting with Others from our collection of over 50 Words of Inspiration for a New Day. May these empowering principles inspire and encourage you to be your best, develop good habits, and live a lifestyle of gratitude, health, true happiness & love!    Krystal and Violet WORDS of INSPIRATION for a New Day: Happiness is… connecting with others We

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Welcome to BeHappy4Life and thanks for joining us. Our heart’s desire is to empower you to be your best and make happiness a lifestyle! Please feel free to send us your comments, questions or suggestions to contactbehappy@behappy4life.com . We would love to hear from you. If you enjoy the BeHappy4Life Blog, please forward to your family and friends. Together we can make each new day brighter and

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We have all said at one time or another, “I just want to be happy.” We want more than fleeting moments of pleasant feelings or good moods. We want a lasting and true happiness that is not contingent upon our status or changing circumstances. We want to enjoy life and be reasonably happy in the midst of all the good and bad it has to offer us. Is happiness something we can all have? My answer to

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We are either the masters or the victims of our attitudes. It is a matter of personal choice. Who we are today is the result of choices we made yesterday. Tomorrow, we will become what we choose today. To change means to choose to change. ~John Maxwell What kind of thoughts come to your mind when you think about your life? How about your family, your work, your future? Suppose your thoughts

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True learning can take place at every age of life, and it doesn't have to be in the curriculum plan. ~Suzanne Dale Ezell It's already September and it's back to school for children as well as adults pursuing higher education. As I was thinking about education, I thought about how we have so many opportunities to continue to learn every single day. If we stop learning, we stop living. Not only

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Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do. ~Bill Bradley Opportunities to give and help are everywhere. If we just look around us, someone somewhere could use a kind word today. Someone needs to know that they are loved. Someone is struggling financially and there is something we can do to help if even a little. Someone simply needs a hug. Someone wants to be heard and given

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It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth -- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up -- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had. ~Elisabeth Kubler-Ross We all have just one life to live. We don’t know how long we will be here, but it won’t be forever. I think that makes time even more valuable.

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Every artist was once an amateur. ~Ralph Walso Emerson Do you remember when you first learned how to drive a car, cook a meal, use the computer or your new cell phone? How about when you first learned to play a sport or a musical instrument? Whenever we want to learn something new or accomplish anything in life, we usually begin with the basics. As we build upon them, we get better and better.

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Now and then it’s good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and just be happy. ~Guillaume Apollinaire Do we need a reason to have a good attitude or to be happy? I have heard people present arguments and excuses about why they will not allow themselves to have any peace or joy today. They are waiting for something to change instead of changing themselves. Sometimes they have unresolved issues

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Man's mind, once stretched by a new idea, never regains its original  dimensions.  ~Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. I choose to be open to new ideas * I choose to try something new today!

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Happiness lies, first of all, in health. ~George William Curtis Just imagine for a moment what life would be like if each individual on earth were allowed to own just one automobile per lifetime. Do you think you would be more motivated to take better care of your vehicle-getting routine tune-ups and oil changes, rotating tires, keeping it clean, and so forth? Some of us might have a very

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I am thankful that we can live above problems. I notice that dwelling on problems makes them seem bigger than they really are. Molehills look like insurmountable mountains. Delays suddenly appear as dead ends. Annoyances are interpreted as personal attacks. We can make ourselves miserable by focusing on what is wrong, uncomfortable or frustrating. Having learned how quickly this causes me to

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Expecting a baby is a very exciting time in the life of couples wanting a child. As this precious new family member is carried in its mother’s womb, the couple immediately begins to connect and care and wonder….  What will he or she look like? Will she have mom’s eyes? Will he have dad’s sense of humor? They even think ahead into the future. What talents and interests will he have? What will

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Divorce is a major stressful event for children and adults. To children, divorce is confusing. They have so many concerns and questions about how their lives will change. They cannot control what is happening to their family, and they often think that they are responsible for their parents divorce. Strong emotions are experienced such as hurt and anger. For adults and children, divorce is an

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I have come across many articles and discussions on infidelity lately and find that there is a consensus. Infidelity, adultery, having an affair, cheating, betrayal... or whatever it is you want to call it, is a growing problem. Why is this? Some say that our culture has contributed to an increased discontent and unhappiness in our lives. We seek pleasure and expect our partners to meet our needs

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HAPPY EASTER! The greatest festival of the Christian church commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He is Risen!   &   HAPPY PASSOVER! Passover commemorates the freedom of the Jewish people from bondage in Egypt!   God bless you as you celebrate with your family & friends :)

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If you have health, you will probably be happy, and if you have health and happiness, you have all the wealth you need, even if it is not all you want.  ~Elbert Hubbard As I reflected on the quote above, I was reminded of several things.  For one, health is not only a gift; it is a responsiblity.  We make choices every day that affect our overall physical, emotional and spiritual health.  What

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He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. ~unknown Anyone who loves and owns a pet knows the joy of companionship and love they provide. Pets are our devoted friends. Following are just some of the many benefits that having

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There is nothing that adequately prepares us for the most important job there is—parenting. Children and teens do not come with an owner’s manual, and most of our training is on the job. With our own parents as our most prominent role models, we tend to repeat what we have learned about parenting from them. We do our best, learn as we go, and make our own mistakes along the way; but we don’t have

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Before you got into a couples relationship, you had your own friends to hang out with and have fun. You never had to worry about a partner who did not like your friends or did not want to hang out with them. You never had to concern yourself with problems that could arise if you simply wanted to spend some time with your friends rather than your partner. But once you left the singles scene and

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If the grass looks greener on the other side of the fence, it's because they take better care of it. ~Cecil Selig Do you ever wonder why it seems that some people have better attitudes, healthier bodies, and more successful relationships than others have?  It is easy to just look at them and assume that they are just lucky or have it easy as opposed to the rest of us.  But more often than not,

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Though no one can go back and make a brand-new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand-new end. ~Carl Bard You've heard it said, It's not how you start, it's how you finish.  Sometimes we wish we could go back and do things all over again.  It would be so different if we could just have a brand new start.  But no matter how far off track we have gotten, or where the road has turned,

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The day the child realizes that all adults are imperfect he becomes an adolescent; the day he forgives them, he becomes an adult; the day he forgives himself he becomes wise. ~Alden Nowlan Are regrets, bad memories, or losses keeping you from enjoying each new day? Is the past keeping you from moving into the future with hope and anticipation? I recently heard a man say that it was not until he

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2009 is soon to be behind us forever.  We joyfully welcome 2010 as we believe for a great New Year! Every year we leave the old behind and welcome the new. Every year we have good memories that will continue to bless us for years to come, and we also have some bad ones that we can grow and learn from. Just as we have a fresh start every morning to enjoy a new day, we have a new year to

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Following are some inspiring quotes about children.  They are a gift to us all.  May we always love and cherish them. May we lead them along paths of true happiness, inner peace, unconditional love, and abounding success in life!  Children are one third of our population and all of our future. ~Select Panel for the Promotion of Child Health, 1981 If my heart can become pure and simple, like

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People will forget what you did; people will forget what you said; but they won’t forget the way you made them feel. ~unknown We all love to be around people who make us feel good. They may make us laugh and not take life too seriously. Their attitude and perspective may encourage us. They make us feel at ease and free to be ourselves. And, we may feel appreciated and loved when we are around

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As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. - John F. Kennedy How trustworthy are our words if there is no action behind them? We can tell our kids not to smoke, but if they see us doing it, can we realistically expect them to listen? We can say we care about our health, but do our eating habits confirm that we do?

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Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity.... It turns problems into gifts, failures into success, the unexpected into perfect timing, and mistakes into important events. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow. ~Melodie Beattie

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Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy ~Leo Buscaglia What is worry? Worry is negative meditation. To meditate is to be occupied in thought, to ponder and reflect. So when we worry, our thoughts are occupied with things that cause us distress, fear, or dread. Worry puts stress on our minds and bodies. It can literally make us sick. Studies have found links

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Ninety-nine percent of the failures come from people who have the habit of making excuses. ~ George Washington CarverThere never was and there never will be another person exactly like you. Your way of thinking, your appearance, you inherent talents and interests, your skills are like no other. You have untapped potential inside you yet to be discovered and released. As Og Mandino would say,

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True expressions of love are said to come from a source which lies beneath words and thoughts. ~W. Timothy GallweyA humble person is certainly a pleasant person to be around and that is because humble people are not self-centered or self-seeking. They are modest and not at all arrogant or boastful. They do not draw attention to themselves, but they are drawn to others. They do not need praise

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We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit. ~AristotleI recently came across this poem and I really appreciate it. BeHappy4Life.com is founded on the belief that we can be our best and live a lifestyle of health, happiness, and love by the choices we make and the habits we develop and practice. May these words inspire and motivate you to change some bad habits and

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We are either the masters or the victims of our attitudes. It is a matter of personal choice. Who we are today is the result of choices we made yesterday. Tomorrow, we will become what we choose today. To change means to choose to change. ~John MaxwellWhat kind of thoughts come to your mind when you think about your life? How about your family, your work, your future? Suppose your thoughts

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Thank God every morning when you get up that you have something which must be done, whether you like it or not. Work breeds a hundred virtues that idleness never knows. ~Charles Kingsley Work keeps our minds occupied. It forces us to set and meet goals that lead to a sense of accomplishment. It encourages us to put our skills and talents to use. Work helps us to develop confidence in what we can

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When you strike out in anger, you might miss the other person, but you will always hit yourself. ~Jim GalleryStriking out with angry words is the cause of so many relationship problems. Words are powerful. They can encourage, strengthen, and change destinies. They can also destroy potential and robs us of hope and peace. Most major fires begin with just a small flame. Before long the fire

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I recently came across this beautiful quote:Close your eyes and you will see everything you actually possess.In a world of materialism and self-indulgence, it’s easy to get distracted from what is most important and valuable to us. You have probably heard of the wealthy executive who paid for his “success” with his health that he could never buy back. Or the workaholic father, wanting to provide

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True learning can take place at every age of life, and it doesn't have to be in the curriculum plan. ~Suzanne Dale EzellIt's already September and it's back to school for children as well as adults pursuing higher education. As I was thinking about education, I thought about how we have so many opportunities to continue to learn every single day. If we stop learning, we stop living. Not only

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He who returns from a journey is not the same as he who left.-- Chinese ProverbWhen was the last time you took a vacation? A family vacation is one thing, but I am talking about a couples vacation—just you and your spouse. Are you about due yet? If you want to do more than just get away, read on. Vacations can help to refresh and revive relationships. It is like breathing fresh air into them,

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I recently came across an old classic called The Greatest Salesman in the World. It addresses what I strongly believe in: the keys to real joy, successful relationships, and a fulfilling life. It begins with the importance of habits. Good habits are essential to all success. We all have bad habits we've developed, but we can replace them with good habits and change our lives! Following is a short

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All couples face financial stress at one time or another. Financial stress is not only caused by a lack of money or work, it also results from different spending styles, money management, and ways of coping with stress and life challenges. It can lead to major relationship problems and even separation. Money matters are one of the most common causes for divorce. When a financial crisis occurs

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As a first generation American of Macedonian descent, I have always celebrated Easter on the traditional day as well as the Eastern Orthodox date. So to those who also celebrate tomorrow I wish you a Happy Easter! Here is my song of praise. I played it on my classical guitar. I hope you enjoy it.Does not all nature around me praise God? If I were silent, I should be an exception to the

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You know something is wrong in your marriage. Love is not the problem. You love each other although you do not always act like it. Commitment to the relationship and to stay together through hardships may not be the problem either. But, there is something that continues to keep you apart emotionally, physically, intimately. There was a time when you felt secure and safe together. If you

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Easter is often celebrated with egg hunts, chocolate bunnies, and baskets. It's a fun holiday and a very significant one well. Easter is all about God's love. Because He lives, we have hope. No matter what we are going through, we can overcome with His help. Because He lives, we have an eternal love that heals, comforts, and fills us with purpose and peace. Receive His love today and you

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Passion can never purchase what true love desires:true intimacy, self-giving, and commitment.When people make a promise to us, we usually expect and hope that they will keep it. Especially when it is from those we love and care about. We want to trust them and have the security of knowing that we can count on their word.How about in marriage?How many people stay committed to their promises?Think

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Before a marriage or relationship ends, one or both partners usually claim that they are no longer “in love”. The passion, affection, and harmony that were once present are now replaced with disagreements, emotional withdrawal and physical distancing.Relationships grow and develop as partners change and adapt to life and each other. It is an ongoing process. At the beginning of a new

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Getting over a painful experience is much like crossing monkey bars. You have to let go at some point in order to move forward. ~author unknownSomeone recently asked me: How do you get over a break-up?Following is the answer that may help you too:When a relationship ends, we experience all kinds of feelings of loss. Maybe we lost our best friend and lover, someone we truly love, someone we had

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Did you make any New Year's Resolutions? Most of us like to start the new year with hopes and plans for a good year. The past is behind us and we carry over the blessings, memories, and lessons it has taught us. But today is a new day, a new year, and we can start fresh. We can have new beginnings and set new goals. What would you like to be different this coming year? Maybe you want to get in

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I know you will enjoy this: Handel's Messiah

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Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it. ~William Arthur WardWhen we think about it, many of the good things and blessings we have came from someone investing in our lives. We didn’t know where to go, and someone showed us the way. We didn’t know what to do, and someone gave us insight & wise counsel. We didn’t have the finances we needed, and

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Responding to stress is a consistent part of our daily lives. How we deal with it affects our minds and bodies. Our health can be compromised by ongoing stress reactions. Ongoing stress can affect our peace of mind and physical vitality. It can harm our bodies and lead to physical symptoms and problems including anxiety and depression. Our minds can help to calm us or increase our stress.

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There is little difference in people, but that difference makes a big difference. The little difference is attitude. The big difference is whether it is positive or negative. ~W.Clement StoneWe might describe ourselves as an optimist, a pessimist, or somewhere in-between. But regardless who is right or wrong about a matter, it is the optimist that always tends to be the one who is more hopeful

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Love must be learned, and learned again; there is no end to it.~Katherine Anne PorterWhen people say “I love you,” what do they mean? Perhaps they are referring to their strong emotions, or to a physical love that is passionate and lustful. How often is it a deeper love—a love that is selfless, unconditional, and forgiving that is expressed? This kind of love is stronger than emotions and

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If you have it [Love], you don't need to have anything else, and if you don't have it, it doesn't matter much what else you have. ~Sir James M. BarrieAristotle once said that happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life, the whole aim and end of human existence. Ultimately, what we want is to be happy. We believe that when we pursue a goal or dream, its hope and fulfillment will make us

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One of the illusions of life is that the present hour is not the critical, decisive hour. Write it on your heart that every day is the best day of the year. ~Ralph Waldo EmersonWe can begin each new day with a new attitude. No matter what happens or how our days might start off, remember that it is a new day and it is good! It is good to wake up to new mercies every morning. It is good to be

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Did you know that practicing happiness & love has many benefits?Practice Happiness & Love and...(1) You will be more optimistic and have a good attitudeNo matter what the situation, there is always more than one way to look at things. It all depends on where we focus our attention and what our expectations are. This will determine our attitude towards a matter or towards life in general. Truly

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All human failures are the result of a lack of love. ~Alfred AdlerAll sorts of things can trigger irritability in people, from minor traffic jams to major headaches. Everyone gets upset or annoyed sometimes. We all have lost our temper and reacted without thinking. We have succumbed to anger that drives us to say and do things we normally wouldn’t. And it’s when we lose control over our

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It's interesting how people come and go in our lives. Some become good friends, others make a significant impression on our lives, some hurt us and use us, and they all teach us about life in one way or another. Best friends are truly a gift from God. I believe that every successful and happy marriage is made up of true friendship. Following is an article I wrote awhile ago about friendship in

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The day the child realizes that all adults are imperfect he becomes an adolescent; the day he forgives them, he becomes an adult; the day he forgives himself he becomes wise ~Alden NowlanAre regrets, bad memories, or losses keeping you from enjoying each new day? Is the past keeping you from moving into the future with hope and anticipation?I recently heard a man say that it was not until he made

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Recently I had to take on a new responsibility that I was not too pleased with. Actually, I had a bad attitude about it. Once I realized that nothing was going to change unless I did, I decided to change my perspective. I thought about this quote:You can either complain that rose bushes have thorns - or rejoice that thorn bushes have roses.I decided that I would stop complaining and do something

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Memorial Day is a special day of reflection, a time of gratitude and honor for all the men and women who served and sacrificed their lives for this great nation, and for all our veterans and the U.S. Military. Thank you ! I am so thankful for this amazing country. As a first generation American, I have been brought up in a home of very patriotic parents. My parents always said that America is the

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Alcohol, drugs, smoking, and food are what we think of when we hear the word addiction. But, they are not the only things we get addicted to. Oftentimes, other unhealthy habits lead to these more common addictions. That is what I have addressed below:Alcohol and drug use can lead to problems with addiction if unhealthy or excessive drinking patterns develop. What might start out as social

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Just want to invite everyone to come in tomorrow and get free alcohol screenings, resources, professional consultations, and information. If you have any concerns about family and friends, we can help answer your questions and provide information for you. Talk to a therapist about any of your concerns. They do not have to necessarily be alcohol-related. If you are going through family or

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The Book of Psalms is one of my favorite books of love, faith, inspiration, and comfort. The Book of Psalms is a collection of songs and prayers. The Psalmists express the full range of human emotion from deep despair to exuberant praise and joy.As I was reading the Psalms recently, I came across the word blessed. It is the very first word that begins the Book of Psalms, and it means one who is

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You have probably heard that one of the best ways to improve your outlook and experience life satisfaction is to count your blessings. We would probably all agree, and most of us are thankful. However, we quickly begin to take things for granted or we simply do not think about being thankful throughout our day. A great way to keep our focus on what we have, the good, the beautiful, the positivie

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There are many formulas and ideas about success, and I have found some of them to be helpful. However, I have learned 3 keys to success and contentment that never fail, and I would like to share them with you. They are simple, yet reflective.I believe real success is not always about achieving or doing more, but it also is in learning to be content. How do we learn to be content? We learn by

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Happiness lies, first of all, in health. ~George William Curtis Just imagine for a moment what life would be like if each individual on earth were allowed to own just one automobile per lifetime. Do you think you would be more motivated to take better care of your vehicle-getting routine tune-ups and oil changes, rotating tires, keeping it clean, and so forth? Some of us might have a very

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As I was thinking about what I would like to share on this blog, I decided that I would make it both personal and professional. I will share articles and different things from my web sites, and I will also share simple thoughts, ideas, and experiences. I hope you enjoy it!

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