Telling others how to live their life is a sure way of losing a friend or causing separation with those close to us. Each person’s journey through life is unique. We learn by trial and error. We’d like to pass on the wisdom we’ve gleaned through our journey, but most don’t want to hear it. Most want to experience it and learn for themselves.
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A Better Life ~ Great Relationships
A great relationship can’t be bought. A great relationship is earned through unconditional love, trust, commitment, respect, and a dance that knows no end.
A Better Life ~ Decisions
Life often confronts us with deep, conflicting choices. We often have two choice, both of which are desired by us. Yet, choosing one, means we forego the other. It is during these times of forced choices, if we have the courage to look, we discover our true values. Be careful choosing an apparent good, that my require you to give up something you deeply treasured. In these times it’s best to ask oneself, what the decision would look like five years from now,.
A Better Life ~ Kindness Works
Kindness is the glue that holds a relationship together. When we are kind to each other, we express our love in numerous ways. We stop thinking about ourself and use our time thinking about the other. The relational energy created by two people who think more of each other than the self, expands exponentially and builds a lasting, forever kind of relationship.
A Better Life ~ Love Builds Bridges
In great relationships there are great differences that make no difference to either party. Love builds bridges between differences. The bridge is built with respect, tolerance, and a deep understanding that real lovers don’t convert each other, they learn from each other.
A Better Life ~ Giving Those We Love the Freedom to be Imperfect
Give those you love the freedom to be imperfect, to make mistakes, and to learn by trial and error. Hold tight to your advice and offer it only when asked. You’ll weave lasting relationships.
A Better Life ~ Don’t be Afraid to Ask
Don’t fear asking for what you want. If you don’t ask the answer will always be no. Even if you ask and the answer is no, look for another way. There is always another way.
A Better Life ~ Sharing
When my 5 daughters were young we had house rule, ‘share and share alike.’ We wanted to teach the girls that everyone deserves an equal piece of the pie or whatever was available. I still follow the rule. Sharing is a way bringing us closer. I’ve found there’s always enough to go around. Sharing is a form of love in action.
A Better Life ~ Roll With It
Not everything has to be a battle. Sometimes, it’s better to roll with it. Who knows you might learn something and enjoy the experience.
A Better Life ~ Sing On
I was walking into the grocery this morning. A fellow coming out was singing. I said, “Sing on and have a great day.” We began chatting. He told me about losing a 15 year old son. He wanted to sing to lift peoples’ spirits. It was his way of healing. Everyone has a unique journey. Some folks may have been annoyed by his singing. If they knew his story, they would join me in saying, “Sing on.”
