Be that person for someone today.
-2013 Susie Lee
I still believe in people…
Be that person for someone today.
-2013 Susie Lee
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3 simple rules in life
10 sentences that can change your perspective.
Little things that make a BIG difference.
How to remove stumbling blocks from living your best.
Living your best will change from day to day. It doesn’t mean having it all together or being happy all the time – it means doing your best under the circumstances that you’re in. Here are some ways I remove stumbling blocks from living my best. By no means is this an exhaustive list but it’s a start…
- Don’t hold onto grudges – it’ll only damage you and hold you back from fully living and loving.
- Work on building your character – keep your word, show up, and work hard.
- Be kind. Always.
- Stop being a people pleaser.
- Work hard and mind your own business.
- Don’t run away from pain but learn from it – it’ll make you stronger, wiser, and build character.
- Dream big and follow your heart.
- Don’t let anyone define you, especially your boyfriend or girlfriend, husband or wife.
- When you say ‘yes’ to someone, make sure you’re not saying ‘no’ to yourself.
- Get to know and love yourself – embrace imperfections & brokenness because there’s beauty in those places.
- Discover the world, especially the world within you.
- Learn to love those who are difficult to love, this alone will either make you or break you.
- Have hope, faith, and love.
- Always believe the best, say the best, and think the best.
- Don’t compare your chapter 1 with someone else’s chapter 20.
- Always do your best even when no one’s watching.
- Don’t settle when it comes to dating – you’re worth the best.
- Learn to forgive others but especially yourself.
- Having a good attitude will make all the difference in the world.
- A bad attitude is like a flat tire. You won’t be able to go anywhere until you change it.
- Life always offers you a second chance, it’s called tomorrow.
- Loving is the hardest and the best thing we can do.
- You can’t start the next chapter in your life, if you keep re-reading the last one. Let go & move on without regrets.
- You can’t move on to the next chapter of your life, if you keep re-reading the last chapter.
- Stay humble.
- Never stop learning.
- Be thankful everyday.
- And it’s okay to not be okay. You don’t have to be happy and have it all together all the time. Let that emotion sit with you.
- Remember that your struggle is just part of your story. And one day, your story will inspire someone else.
- Lastly, do more of what makes you awesome!
What are some ways you live your best? I’d love to be inspired in hearing from you!
©2013 Susie Lee
Don’t quit.
Let pain be your teacher. Lean into it.
The Story of a Woodcutter
“Once upon a time, a very strong woodcutter asked for a job in a timber merchant and he got it. The pay was really good and so was the work condition. For those reasons, the woodcutter was determined to do his best. His boss gave him an axe and showed him the area where he supposed to work. The first day, the woodcutter brought 18 trees.
“Congratulations,” the boss said. “Go on that way!”
Very motivated by the boss’ words, the woodcutter tried harder the next day, but he could only bring 15 trees. The third day he tried even harder, but he could only bring 10 trees. Day after day he was bringing less and less trees.
“I must be losing my strength,” the woodcutter thought. He went to the boss and apologized, saying that he could not understand what was going on.
“When was the last time you sharpened your axe?” the boss asked.
“Sharpen? I had no time to sharpen my axe. I have been very busy trying to cut trees…”
-Stephen Covey, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Sometimes, our lives can look like that if we’re too busy to take the time to replenish our bodies and nourish our souls. Working harder doesn’t always necessarily mean we’re working better – it’s about working smarter without sacrificing our health and happiness. If we neglect ourselves, overtime, we’ll become less effective to those around us and wear ourselves out. Right now, we may not see the importance of slowing down but our state of mind, heart, and body will eventually catch up to us.
I encourage you to dedicate at least 1 day during the week to replenish yourself by doing something you love to do. This can be anything that gives you joy, happiness, and a sense of freedom. It’s something that gives you a mental break from your work or connects you with others (and nature). Overtime, you’ll learn to keep this 1 day sacred as it’ll be your life line to your overall well-being. By resting and playing, you’ll find you have more energy, focus, strength, and emotional stamina for the rest of the week. And who doesn’t need more of that?
©2013 Susie Lee
It’s NEVER too late
It’s never too late. It’s never to late to start the career you’ve always dreamed of. It’s never too late to confess your love to the one who got away. It’s never too late to make changes in your current relationship(s). It’s never to late to try something new. It’s never to late to pursue, dream, or imagine. For life is full of surprises everyday. And, I believe, miracles still happen today. But we have to be willing to go out of a limb and take hold of the unknown. We need to be proactive rather than passive. We need to be bold, courageous, and take the chance. Sure, there’s no guarantee how life will turn out but at least you were willing to embrace all life had to offer without regrets. Here’s to beautiful beginnings and surprise endings. Fulfill the destiny you were meant to live.
©2013 Susie Lee
Promise Yourself. Everyday.
Susie Lee 