On creativity and tolerance: Yo-Yo Ma
>> Wednesday, March 18, 2009
What I look for in musicians is generosity. There is so much to learn from each other and about each other's culture. Great creativity begins with tolerance. ~Yo-Yo Ma
Showing posts with label Thought of the Day. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Thought of the Day. Show all posts
Christmas magic!
>> Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Gentleness, kindness: Begin with yourself
>> Monday, December 15, 2008
Be gentle with yourself. Be kind to yourself. Be patient with yourself as you learn the new ways of thinking. Treat yourself as you would someone you really loved. ~ Louise Hay
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Winter comes
>> Tuesday, December 2, 2008
In the depths of winter I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer. ~ Albert Camus, French philosopher and writer, 1913-1960
I'm Thankful for You
>> Thursday, November 27, 2008
for focusing on the good in our lives.
In each of our days,
we can find small blessings,
but too often we overlook them,
choosing instead to spend our time
paying attention to problems.
We give our energy
to those who cause us trouble
instead of those who bring peace.
Starting now,
let’s be on the lookout
for the bits of pleasure in each hour,
and appreciate the people who
bring love and light to everyone
who is blessed to know them.
You are one of those people.
On Thanksgiving,
I’m thankful for you.
Happy Thanksgiving!
By Joanna Fuchs
"Liberal": It's not a dirty word
>> Thursday, November 20, 2008
lib•er•al
Pronunciation:
\ˈli-b(ə-)rəl\
Function: adjective
Etymology:
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin liberalis suitable for a freeman, generous, from liber free; perhaps akin to Old English lēodan to grow, Greek eleutheros free
Date: 14th century
1 a: of, relating to, or based on the liberal arts
synonyms LIBERAL , GENEROUS , BOUNTIFUL , MUNIFICENT mean giving or given freely and unstintingly. LIBERAL suggests openhandedness in the giver and largeness in the thing or amount given, a teacher liberal with her praise. GENEROUS stresses warmhearted readiness to give more than size or importance of the gift, a generous offer of help. BOUNTIFUL suggests lavish, unremitting giving or providing, children spoiled by bountiful presents. MUNIFICENT suggests a scale of giving appropriate to lords or princes, a munificent foundation grant.
Standing out from the crowd in a trendy world
>> Tuesday, October 28, 2008
One of the things that I hear quite often from people I meet is, "You and Steph are so unique! You're so interesting and creative!" It's true, we are rather unique, however we don't really strive to be different, it's just who and what we are. You see, we're not really concerned about fitting in so much as we are about being ourselves. We're quirky and we like that just fine. We also like quirky people. Steph is often heard saying, "I'm just a collector of human oddities." It's true. Get to know our close circle of friends and you'll know.
I found this article on 10 Ways to Stand Out From the Crowd and I thought I'd share. If you're seeking to be different, these are some great suggestions.
1.Be Creative – This isn’t as easy as it sounds. Case in point: Half the people out there with multiple tattoos and piercings do so to be different, but how does this make them different from all the other millions of people with hoops in their eyebrows? Following a trend doesn’t make you different, creating a trend does.
2.Show, don’t tell – Anyone can write an essay about how great he is. The people who truly stand out are the ones who go beyond mere words. Make a video or stream a radio program instead of a resume or application. Create a press package with a clever promotional idea. The possibilities are endless.
3.Be Daring – Many people are afraid to push the envelope because they don’t want to go overboard or offend. You can still be a little daring – don’t cross the line, but you can get close. Cheeky can be high risk, but it can also me memorable and break down barriers.
4.Be Knowledgeable – Talk about the things that don’t just interest you but fire you up with passion. Don’t pretend to know about things you haven’t a clue. What are your areas of expertise? What are your favorite subjects? What are your hobbies and interests? Take the things that come naturally and use them to get what you want.
5.Be Funny – Sob stories are for Oprah. The reality is hardship tales are a downer. Don’t be a clown, but do be funny. Humor shows creativity, intelligence and personality. The people who count always give points for wit.
6.Be Sure – Nothing is more attractive than someone who is confident. Market yourself in a matter befitting this confidence, but don’t be cocky. There’s a fine line between self assurance and an over-blown ego. Arrogance is offensive, assertiveness is praised.
7.Be a Leader – Look in a crowd, who do you notice first, the leaders or the followers? Set yourself apart from the rest by being a leader. Think about how you lead ,why you lead, and the traits in you that cause others to want to follow - then use that to your advantage.
8.Be Respectful – Even though you’re encouraged to be different, daring and funny, doesn’t mean you should be insulting. Don’t be a suck up, but don’t be disrespectful either. Be careful when and how you let your hair down, and mind your manners.
9.Don’t Seek the Wrong Attention – Taking your clothes off gets you noticed but also gets you noticed by the police. Rudeness does get attention but it’s not the right kind of attention. Aim for people to remember your positive attributes, helpful and intelligent is better than acting the fool.
10.Be Yourself – You really want to stand out in a crowd? Be yourself. There’s no other you. What are your best assets? What are your skills? What are the things that make you successful? Find them, channel them and use them. Complete this sentence “Unlike other __________, I am/do/act/provide _________ which is good because _______”.
Adding your own spin to something that’s been done before is fine, but it won’t win you any awards for being unique. You need to find a way to be original but in a way that adds something valuable, memorable, and something worth talking about.
Kiss my pumpkins
>> Sunday, October 26, 2008
Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. ~Dr. Seuss
I'm longing for the day...
>> Friday, September 12, 2008
I'm longing for the day when the arts are prized above mere entertainment.
I'm longing for the day when the word "intellectual" isn't synonymous with "elitist".
I'm longing for the day when the written word is valued, once again.
I'm longing for the day when recognition for great achievement is prized above celebrity.
I'm longing for the day when the quest for knowledge walks hand-in-hand with the quest for truth.
I'm longing for the day when sports celebrate human achievement rather than mimic human conquest.
I'm longing for the day when people are truly color blind.
I'm longing for the day when spirituality takes the place of religion.
I'm longing for the day when war is no longer an option.
I'm longing for the day when reason and enlightenment rise above mere superstition.
I'm longing for the day when love overtakes hate.
Hidden magic
>> Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it.
~ Roald Dahl
Dawn
>> Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Every morning, when we wake up we have twenty-four brand new hours to live. What a precious gift! We have the capacity to live in a way that these twenty-four hours will bring peace, joy and happiness to ourselves and others.
~ Thich Nhat Hanh
Kindness counts
>> Monday, August 25, 2008
When you have the choice between being right and being kind just choose kind.
~ Wayne Dyer
It's about the change in me
>> Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Do not change people; they are only messengers telling you who you are. Revalue yourself and they will confirm the change.
~ Neville Goddard
On slowing down
>> Thursday, August 7, 2008
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
~ Lao Tzu
The law of giving
>> Sunday, August 3, 2008
In our willingness to give that which we seek, we keep the abundance of the universe circulating in our lives.
~ Deepak Chopra
The power of the joyful woman
>> Thursday, July 24, 2008
Joy is our goal, our destiny. We cannot know who we are except in joy. Not knowing joy, we do not know ourselves. When we are centered in joy, we attain our wisdom. A joyful woman, by merely being, says it all. The world is terrified of joyful women. Make a stand. BE ONE ANYWAY.
~ Marianne Williamson
Hidden strength
>> Tuesday, July 22, 2008
The work an unknown good man has done is like a vein of water flowing hidden underground, secretly making the ground green.
~ Thomas Carlyle, Scottish historian and essayist, 1795-1881
The progress of human thought
>> Saturday, June 21, 2008
That which is looked upon by one generation as the apex of human knowledge is often considered an absurdity by the next, and that which is regarded as a superstition in one century, may form the basis of science for the following one.
~ Paracelsus
The accuser
>> Friday, June 20, 2008
Criticism never changes a thing. Refuse to criticize yourself. Accept yourself exactly as you are. Everybody changes. When you criticize yourself, your changes are negative. When you approve of yourself, your changes are positive.
~ Louise Hay
You are what you see
>> Wednesday, June 18, 2008
The vision that you glorify in your mind, the idea that you enthrone in your heart - this you will build your life by, and this you will become.
~ J.L. Allen
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