March is on the way out

Good morning. I hope you all had a peaceful weekend. Mine was interesting. I attended a seminar, ate pizza, watched DVD's, and spent time with my daughters. Although still a bit chilly in the big apple, spring is in the air and I'm feeling inspired to push myself, so here's today's message:

"The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." -Winston Churchill

Regardless of whatever is going on in your life right now, how about being 10% more optimistic? Optimistic about yourself, other people, the state of the economy, etc. Now remember, it doesn't have to be any more than 10%. How about writing down 5 things that would be different if you were 10% more optimistic? Just spend 5 minutes here, 10 at most. See what happens with your energy. These are challenging times, it IS easier to move into pessimism and despair. It's also a great opportunity to deal with what is...because it is!

Have a great day....Lynne

Today's thought...

Hi everyone. I hope you're enjoying the day. Today, the sun is shining brightly over the big apple, and it's so delightful. The warmth of spring is promising and comforting. I met some former colleagues for lunch in the Time Warner building and had my first walk since winter through Central Park. Although the buds still haven't sprung into flowers, the hope was everywhere, on every branch. It got me thinking about the Einstein quote..

“Knowledge points to all that is. Imagination points to all that will be”

What's going on in the world now, be it personal, professional or global provides us with information. Use this "data", about yourself and the world to start imagining. Since, anyone who knows me knows I'll constantly remind you that our human minds are never quiet, it's a perfect time to start imagining how lovely you would like your life to be, and what you'll do to get there. Another wonderful quote, written long ago and in a book called Spiritual Depression, by Dr. Martin Lloyd Jones is..." "Most of your unhappiness in life is due to the fact that you are listening to yourself rather than talking to yourself.

So, how's about, just for now, start talking to yourself and speak softly and sweetly.

That's it for now!!! Have a great night!