In Light of some heated “debate” over a recent blog post and my looming 40th birthday on Wednesday, I decided to do a little soul searching. A little reflection if you will, about how I can tweak myself and hopefully be a better, more enjoyable person over the next 40. Here are 10 thoughts (in no particular order) which i will try and remember/follow.
1. Be grateful for what and who you have in your life. i.e. loving wife (love you), roof over your head and a job to go to every day (thank you).
2. Don’t take life too seriously. Slow down and enjoy life. You only get one ride on this roller coaster so make the most of it.
3. Stop living in our own little worlds. Be more conscious of others and how our actions may impact them.
4. Stop and think before we speak. Or write!
5. As my mother used to tell me growing up, it is not what you said but how you said it! I especially need to constantly remind myself of this one!
6. Strive to be better than I was yesterday. While no one is perfect, it doesn’t hurt to try and improve. Remember to use every experience as an opportunity to learn & grow
7. Learn to laugh more. Stop being so negative. say NO to pessimism and YES to optimism.
8. Realize that even though I may make all of the points that I’m trying to make, if presented (written or verbal) in the wrong manner it may have a completely different effect than was intended.
9. Everyone has an opinion to which they are entitled. However, we should all make our own decisions. Just because one person says that he/she didn’t like a movie, thought that was the best bottle of wine they’ve had or that was the worst restaurant they’ve ever eaten at, doesn’t mean you/I will have the same feelings or experiences. Go see that film, try that bottle of wine and take your spouse to dinner at that restaurant and make your own decision. Everyone’s tastes are different!
10. Lastly, if you don’t have anything nice to say, it is better to not say anything at all!
Thank you for listening. What would you change or add? Leave me a comment and let me know YOUR Thoughts