👍 Today’s Good Word ~ Words

Knowledgeable – def: having or showing knowledge or intelligence

It would be wonderful if we could become knowledgeable by taking a pill. It doesn’t work that way. We become knowledgeable through hard work, study, and experience. In my experience, I’ve seen people with great aptitude passed by people with less aptitude who chose to work hard and apply themselves to mastering what they’ve chosen to learn. We all have the potential to become more knowledgeable in the areas of our choice. How knowledgeable we become is up to us.

Generous – willing to give money, help, kindness, etc., especially more than is usual or expected

I grew up in a poor, low blue collar neighborhood. My memories are of people who generously shared what they had. Food was shared, tomatoes and onions from gardens were shared. Apples from trees were shared. Helping each other out in need was part of the culture of this poor neighborhood. I never felt poor. How could I when everyone around me was so generous.

Friendly – def: behaving in a pleasant, kind way toward someone.

Life is better when people are friendly. I always feel better when a neighbor waves or asks me how I’m doing. Friendly people connect with others and by their presence make whoever they meet feel a bit better. A culture of friendliness lets us know we can count on each other. It lets us know we are not alone on our trip around the sun. 

Limitless – def: without limit.

It is easy to put limits on ourselves, they serve as excuses for not stretching and reaching for what we falsely believed was beyond us. When we acknowledge our false beliefs about our limits we, for the first time, begin to see that our potential and opportunities are limitless.

Adventure – def: an unusual, exciting, and possibly dangerous activity, trip, or experience, or the excitement produced by such activities

We all need a bit of adventure in our lives. When we set upon an adventure we engage ourselves in learning, in discovering how to handle the curves that come our way. Adventures make us feel alive, they immerse us in life. And, they break our daily routines. We come out of our adventures with renewed spirit and energy. What adventure are you planning to embark on? Go on, start planning. Fire up your adventurous spirit. 

Joyful – def: having or causing great happiness

Joyful hearts, joyful words, joyful songs and movies, something we need to renew the spirit. Joyful hearts see the light in the darkness. Joyful hearts bring love to all who pass by. Joyful lips offer words of love, hope, and inspiration. We need joyful people, raise your joyful voice and heart.

Imagination – def: the ability to think of new ideas

 As young children we make up our world through our imagination. The world we created was as real to us as the world was real to our parents. Somewhere on the journey, our imagination was pushed aside because adults are involved in the “real” world. Free your imagination and go to spaces with which you were once familiar. Ask questions like, what would be like if I did . . .? Nurture your imagination and watch the wild flowers grow and transform your life.

Enjoy – def: to get pleasure from something.

What are you waiting for? Enjoy life. Enjoy the moment. Enjoy those who live with you. Enjoy birds singing, children laughing, old folks telling stories. Yes, life can be tough, but it can also be wonderful. Enjoy every wonderful moment and fill your mind with enjoyable memories.