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Bizarre Extended Family Function
I was at a bizarre extended family function, 12 years ago, in the mid-west. And trust me me when I tell you, the word extended is an understatement. We were in Ohio. And I overheard a school principal in-law, speaking to his nephew. And he used the term "socially transmitted diseases."
By Karen Lichtman6 years ago in Motivation
Self Criticism, an Overwhelmed Mind, and How it Leads to Self Destruction...
“I am bored.” This is simply not a statement I can relate to. Unfortunately, it is not because I’m just that productive 24/7, or even a large chunk of time. I deeply struggle with learning how to “shut my brain off.” I have a million “ideas,” and want to explore all of them. When it’s time to rest, have fun, or decompress, I struggle, because I have programmed my mind to believe that I have not “earned” those “luxuries.” There is simply too much to do that I’ve yet to finish (or start). Unfortunately, that ultimately ends up with me getting barely anything accomplished. Sooo...the vicious cycle repeats itself. It has been a vicious cycle that has taken a lot of self reflection to change. I had to dig deep, asking myself some very important questions.
By Annie Mae Edwards6 years ago in Motivation
Adult Child Recovering from a family of Alcoholism and Dysfunction
Adult child from a family of dysfunction! As an Adult-child of an alcoholic and an addict full of dysfunction, I am acquiesced in accepting an awakening arduously trying to live a life without the inherited fear of abandonment, arrogance and abusive behaviours! I have been belittled, betrayed, and bullied. I had become a bully and had behaved badly with the belief there was no point in any other way of being! Breaking the cycle of bad breaching all borders, Bonding now with others from broken homes we are breaking barriers and bouncing back from a belief the barriers wouldn’t ever be broken down. Boldly believing in a better beginning than that which was bestowed upon me. Continuously counting my character flaws as I climb out of a self-made catastrophized and chaotic life. I’m deciding indefinitely to dive into the divine light and to leave behind the dishonourable, the degrading, and the despicable in the depths of their own despair. Evermore ebullient I stand! Eager to be effusive in the ways I praise myself for every effort I exert exponentially and enthusiastically. Only expelling excellence making exceptions no longer. Fighting figuratively for freedom from my financial foes I am full of faultless fun. Finally able to forgive and forget family faults. Going for the glory is the gift that’ll keep giving if generosity is always the game plan. Guilt is no longer the guide. Historically help always had a price, hindering honourable honesty. Now inclined to innovate and inspire using my imagination to improve improper and illicit ways of thinking. Implementing a new ingenious personal inventory previously imperil ideals now impetus to jaunty joy. Jaded no more I am jubilant and justified in the kindness I kindle! Knowing the keynote of life is keeping myself safe and learning to love. The lust for lovers leaves as real intimacy can grow inside me. Longing to become the maker of a new legacy creating legendary and memorable moments worth memorizing. Moralizing old mistakes by learning the lessons meant to be learnt. I become mobilized in hopes of making magical moments. No longer having to navigate the nonsense or notoriously nodding in hopes of people-pleasing. Openly obstructing old ways of which I have orbited this earth. No more obscene punchlines or puns piecing the path of others. People who have pessimistic views precede my new powerfully positive points of view. Pleased with the power and potential that has become a permanent part of the quantum quarters of my brain I can now quickly call upon to reassure this redeeming role of righteousness I will revel in. Becoming my own role model and reparenting myself with gentleness and humour revitalized and replenished I stand. My soul will suffer no more I will stand safe and secure in a sanctuary of serenity surrounded by self-efficient superhumans who share scarily similar stories. Stepping out of segregation and solitude. Leaving sadness and sorrow behind turning the tables toward a triumphant and tangible future taking the time to trust. Uniquely unified using a universal power from within as a guide to unwavering vitality. Venom is spewed no more victorious versus validate wavering words very wisely without question. No more aimless wandering. Always knowing the exact nature of the x and y-axis
By Sheri Ferguson6 years ago in Motivation
EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE- GROW YOUR TALENT
A lot of people have been wasting their precious life just because they didn't do the right thing at the right time. They feel unfulfilled, unappreciated, stifled and just plain bored. Every human being has the innermost talent that is capable of doing everything. If not detected those innermost won't be unleashed before death. Talent often hides in the most unlikely people and places. Hidden talents serve no one, but when you learn how to spot and release talent, you can make your school amazing for everyone. By exploring the core elements of talent—passion, skills, and personality traits—you can uncover your gifts that can help to unleash the talent. According to Ralph Waldo Emerson “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” Unleashing the talent within a person starts with the principle that he needs to contribute and "volunteer" their best effort when doing things that they enjoy. Dean Koontz put it like “I really believe that everyone has a talent, ability, or skill that he can mine to support himself and to succeed in life.” People cannot afford to distance themselves from you when they expect the best from, that is why Pablo Picasso said, “I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it.” Everyone has an inner talent or even a set of inner talents. These hidden inner talents are created and matured as a result of following your passions and doing the things that you love doing. The key to success is to fully understand how to apply the greatest talents and strengths in your life. We also made progress in life when we decided to identify our talent. In this article, we are going to identify how to gather the piece to make your life a successful being again.
By FRED ABANKWA6 years ago in Motivation
New Birthday Traditions
For as long as I can remember, I’ve always dreamt of flying. According to my big sister, I’ve been jumping off things since I was a baby. Even after being told flying was against the rules of physics, I still tried (I have all the scars and indentations in my bones to prove it). As a kid, I jumped high in bounce houses and trampolines hoping to catch air time (i.e. long periods of time in the air). As I got older, I discovered tumbling and gymnastics which was the closest thing to flying I have done for years – until now. This was a dream come true and it definitely did not disappoint!
By M'chelle Nicole6 years ago in Motivation
Confidence Within ...
My Lessons for Practising Self-Confidence I would like to share my ‘go-to’ ways of giving myself a boost when I need it. They are short and sweet, and can be done anywhere. Try one per day for a week and notice how you feel at the end of the week. If you want to, you can note down your feelings in The Positivity Journal and keep going for a month, and then read over your notes, and see how your feelings and levels of confidence have changed. Even small differences are significant.
By Amy Elizabeth6 years ago in Motivation
Your Life Is Full of Porn. Stop Getting Yourself Off.
Porn ruins lives. And you don’t need to be a porno star on viagra to witness its devastating effects. What is porn? Porn is what I call addictive habits. These habits are like porn because they start off as small and end up curtailing out of control if you let them.
By Tim Denning6 years ago in Motivation
These Micro-Habits Gave Me 1 Hour per Day Back
I wake up feeling like a zombie most days. The casual stroll to the bathroom feels like the walk of shame in the morning after a hangover that leaves you with a partner in your bedroom you can’t remember bringing home.
By Tim Denning6 years ago in Motivation
