Lately, I’ve been thinking about making a difference, or positive impression, in the world. Not a lofty, change the world thing, but rather, have I made a difference to those in my life. Have I and will I leave my corner of the world a tiny bit better? I’ve even been considering how I can …
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People have your back – Quote
It’s true, no one else can walk in your shoes. But they can still have your back. – Amanda Ricks
100 plus tips and life lessons for happiness!
Need some help on how to find happiness or just plain getting your happy switch turned to the “on” position? Well, after a lot of research and double-checking all of the latest scientific data my friend Sue-Ann Bubacz and I put together this incredible 100 plus tips and life lessons for happiness! Ready? Here we …
What do you see? Optical illusion pictures
The first time I remember seeing an optical illusion picture was when my mother brought home the picture shown below from her work. Someone had been passing it around for everyone to see. “The definition of an optical illusion is an image that the brain sees in a way that is different from how the …
How important are friends?
Friends represent the least clear-cut relationships in our lives; they don’t wear our wedding bands or share our DNA. But much clinical evidence shows the strength of these relationships can increase positive emotions and improve our health and well-being. We live more productive, fuller, even longer lives as a result of our friendships, experts say. …
Some people never change – Quote 2
In 2014 we shared a quote called Some People Never Change. Surprisingly that quote became very popular and even inspired me to write a post about why some people never change. Today, I’m sharing an updated version of the original quote. Let’s see if this one catches on as well.
It’s time to start believing in yourself
“Every second you use to focus on what other people are thinking of you, is a second where you are not believing in yourself.” It’s time to focus and believe in YOU!
Yes, you have emotional rights
Often when we think of our rights, we think of legal rights, but everyone also has emotional rights. These emotional rights are the boundaries, respect, and consideration that everyone is entitled to receive and give in every relationship. Sadly there are a lot of toxic people who, in turn, create toxic relationships where boundaries and …
Some of the most shareable (Pinterest sized) one line quotes
In keeping with my and Surprising Lives’ affiliation for quotes, here are some of the most shareable, Pinterest sized, one line quotes. I created them using an app that’s new to me called Easel. I hope you like them, feel free to share away. Thanks, Amanda “You make history by being who you are.” …
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How to dispense hope featuring Mark Schaefer
We want to be helpful and dispense hope but how can we do so appropriately? Mark Schaefer knows a way. Those of you who know me from my marketing work probably also know that I am a fan, follower, and friend of Mark Schaefer. To be honest, it’s Mark’s insights and expertise on the subject …
Be gentle to yourself
When times get tough, like they are these days, too many of us jump into caretaker roles trying to fix everything and everyone. But we need to give ourselves credit for our efforts, even when the results don’t work out optimally. And we need to remember that above all, we must be gentle to ourselves.
How to succeed when it feels impossible; featuring Lilach Bullock
As I’m writing this post, COVID-19 or Coronavirus, is actively sweeping the world. We are all practising social distancing and washing our hands like crazy (hopefully). This pandemic is not fun, in fact, it’s scary as hell. Many of us are struggling with how to cope during this chaotic time, we’re not sure how to …
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