Month: August 2009

When you get what you want in your struggle for self
And the world makes you king for a day,
Just go to a mirror and look at yourself
And see what THAT face has to say.

For it isn’t your father or mother or spouse
Whose judgment upon you must pass;
The person whose verdict counts most in your life
Is the one staring back from the glass.

Some people might think you are a straight-shootin’ chum
And call you a wonderful guy or gal,
But the face in the glass says you’re only a bum
If you can’t look it straight in the eye.
That’s the one you must please, never mind all the rest,
For that’s the one with you clear up to the end.
And you know you have passed your most dangerous test
If the face in the glass is your friend.
You may fool the whole world down the pathway of life
And get pats on your back as you pass,
But your final reward will be heartache and tears
If you’ve cheated the face in the glass.

~ Dale Wimbrow ~

Your life is meant to be something great. At different times in your life you have probably wondered what it is that you are supposed to do with it. You know that there is more to your life but you’re not sure how to possess it. Here are 3 keys to help you live your life to its fullest potential.

1. Believe in yourself.

If you don’t believe in yourself, who will? On the other hand, if everyone believes in you but you don’t believe in yourself, you will never reach your full potential. Someone once said that everyone is superior to their fellow human in at least one way. Find that thing that you are the best at and start believing in yourself so that you can have great success.

2. Take a risk.

This will always be somewhat scary, but to live your life to it’s fullest you will have to take some risks. This is where believing in yourself is so important. If having a successful life was without risk, then everyone would have successful lives. Step out from among the crowd of mediocrity and take a risk to become the best you that you can possibly be.

3. Don’t give up.

This is probably the biggest reason why people never live their life to its fullest. Don’t let yourself fall into this same category. Believe it or not, failure is part of success. Talk to any successful person you know and they will tell you that they have failed more times than they wanted to. The difference between them and most people is that they didn’t give up after the failure. If you want to live your life to its fullest, don’t give up until you have what you want.

These 3 keys will help you live your live the way you always knew it was supposed to be, one of happiness, joy, success, and fulfilment. You have something great on the inside of you; don’t let anything stop you from reaching your greatness and fullness in life.

Seize each day. Live each day as if it’s your last. Leave the past behind and do not anticipate the future. Be present to enjoy the moment.
Be adventurous. Explore, live on the edge a little and embrace new challenges. Visit new places with your loved ones. Take the road less traveled.
Keep a journal. Record your accomplishments as well as your delights. Take time to reflect on what has been previously written. Be an inspiration to yourself and others.
Love yourself. Focus on your inner and outer beauty to see the same in others. Acceptance comes from within.
Love others. Love the ones who treat you right. Forget about the ones who dont. Life is too precious to be wasted on waiting for love.
Accept everyone. Be kind and courteous. Enjoy the company of others. Acknowledge their goodness rather than the differences in their beliefs.
Find purpose in life. Be selfless in service to others. Begin with your neighbor. Do charitable service outside of your immediate community as well.
Be realistic. Set attainable goals according to your abilities and talents. Consider each effort to be an attainment. Achieve one step before the other towards stability and security.
Seek balance. Understand the night and day, back and forth, good and bad in all things. Focus on good thoughts and good things will happen.
Maintain control. Be responsible for your actions and inactions. Be true to yourself. Maintain a personal code in the situation at hand. Find common ground.
Listen to your heart and soul. Listen for advice, but be confident in making your own decision. Use your instinct.
Clear your mind. Rituals of yoga, meditation and tai chi will replenish and rejuvenate your soul to focus more clearly on serenity and happiness.
Be carefree. Desires, obsessions and possessions possess you. Free yourself of inhibitions. Make an active decision to have simple daily needs.
Laugh. Laughter is the best medicine. It releases endorphins and promotes longevity. Inner joy is beautiful!
Be flexible. Accept change as a positive thing in life. At times, go with the flow that is before you.
List a few daily goals. Meet a new friend, swim at the lake or walk in the park. Enhance your day and initiate fun!
Appreciate the little things. Take a walk around your community to experience the wonder in a way that you have never experienced it before.
Accept death. Pondering death brings appreciation to life. Take time to appreciate the expanse and beauty of your life and our earth. Let go peacefully.

[edit] TipsBe yourself. Disregard gossip, bias and judgemental attitudes.
Life is too short to be living with regrets. Let go of your anger and lighten your emotion to prevent illness