Category: Inspirational

Rejuvenate Yourself Today

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I’m SO excited it’s the weekend! Today, I’m looking forward to spending some alone time. I’m taking my sweet time and not being pressed, stressed or rushed to do anything. I’m not doing the “should’s” or thinking about the “have to’s”. I’m officially taking a mental break today. I’m going to reflect on all the good things that have happened to me this past week. I’m not taking myself (especially others) seriously instead I’m going to laugh and be lighthearted. I refuse to let anyone rain on my parade. I’m going to relax and lounge in my PJs as long as possible. Right now, I’m eating my breakfast in front of the fireplace with a hot mug of cereal in my hands and looking off into the blue, blue sky… (sigh) That’s as far as I’ve gotten in my day. And so far, I’m very content.

I hope your day will be relaxing and refreshing too!

©2012 Susie Lee

Poster of the Week | Small Acts, Big Impact

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Don't ForgetI’m totally guilty of this. I’m so busy with ‘my life’; work, deadlines, plans, hopes and dreams. That I sometimes forget (or underestimate) to reach out to my parents in simple small ways I know would make their day – a phone call, a hug, a smile, a meal, a ride, a thank you note, a listening ear, a helping hand, or a unexpected visit. As they get older, I believe it’s the small acts of kindness that’ll touch their hearts rather than the once-in-a-while-big-events. My greatest hope is that my actions will always be motivated by love rather than by fear, expectations or guilt. In our parent’s season of change, may we honour them by expressing and showing how important they are to us today, and in the days to come.

©2012 Susie Lee

Video of the Week | Parents Are Awesome

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Every so often I come across a video noteworthy of being Video of the Week. This Parent Rap Video is noteworthy. I not only love this creative video because it made me laugh but because of it’s truth. I know, sometimes, life can be tough but I believe parenting can be tougher. During those tough times, keep the love and laughter close at hand and see the big picture when those small things drive you insane. Have a fun week!

©2012 Susie Lee

Poster of the Week | What Are You Waiting For?

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Happiness is an Attitude

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Quotes of the Week | Happiness is Yours

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Realize that true happiness lies within you. Waste no time and effort searching for peace and contentment and joy in the world outside. Remember that there is no happiness in having or in getting, but only in giving. Reach out. Share. Smile. Hug. Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself.
– Og Mandino

LIFE IS:
Trusting and taking chances,
losing and finding happiness,
appreciating the memories and
learning from the past.
– Anonymous

Happiness is not something you get
but something you do.
– Anonymous

In one year from today,
How do you think your life will be different?
– Anonymous

Choose happiness.
– Anonymous

Happiness is a conscious choice,
not an automatic response.
– Mildred Barthel

The trick is to enjoy life.
Don’t wish away your days,
waiting for better ones ahead.
– Marjorie Pay Hinckley

The happiness of your life depends
on the quality of your thoughts.
– Anonymous

I’ve decide to be happy
because it’s good for my health.
– Anonymous

©2012 Susie Lee

Boost Your Happiness This Season

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With the fall season underway, it’s inevitable that these darker and colder days will affect some people’s mood and take a toll on their emotional well-being. Here are some simple things I do to boost my level of happiness during the wetter months:

I wear colorful clothing as I go for my walk.
I buy colorful bouquet of cut flowers for my house.
I buy (and eat) colorful fruits and vegetables.
I watch matinee movies in a theater or I rent comedy movies.
I invite friends over to play strategic board games (My favorites are Settler’s of Catan, Cities and Knights, & Resistance).
I host Texas hold ‘em poker tournaments.
I plan a small weekend (or overnight) get away.
I cozy up by the fire with a blanket, tea and a good mystery novel.
I walk in the rustling leaves.
I play indoor badminton.
I have friends over for a potluck.
I go for nature walks.
I escape to the mountains when they receive their first dump of snow.
I listen to my favorite playlists I haven’t listened to in a while.
I play my guitar.
I see live musicians or see a play.
I go shopping or hang out at the bookstore.
I go to the library or to the community pool.
I bake cookies.
I read, write and take photographs.
I take a warm bubble baths.
I go for dim sum or bubble tea.
I go out for a midnight snack.
I meet up with old (and new) friends.
Host a fondue or a raclette party.

My list is no way exhaustive but the main thing to increasing your energy and happiness is to stay active, engage with people, look forward to something, stimulate your senses, get some fresh air and HAVE FUN. I guarantee one (or all) of these things will put you in a better mood. Although the sun may shine less during these winter months, we can still choose to have a sunnier disposition inside of us everyday for our health and well being.

I’d love to hear what makes you happy during this fall season.

©2012 Susie Lee lives in Vancouver (one of the wettest places on earth)

Live On the Other Side

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Fear is an invisible yet powerful force. It can often paralyze you from moving forward or  immobilize you from pursuing your dreams. You must choose, freedom or fear. You can’t live in both places. This week, I encourage you to think about some of the things that hold you back in life? And start by doing one thing a day that scares you.
©2012 Susie Lee

Wisdom of the Week – The Four Agreements

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A few years ago, I read this little yet powerful book, The Four Agreements. They’re simple and practical steps on how to keep life uncomplicated leaving more room for freedom and fullness of life. This week, I came across this poster and thought I’d share this wisdom with you. Choosing to live by these simple agreements in your relationships, work and play can instantly transform your world into a healthier and happier place. As a daily reminder, you can pin this up on your fridge, bathroom mirror, hallway, back of your door, in your car or have it as your screen saver on your phone or computer. Have a terrific week. © 2012 Susie Lee

Quotes of the Week | Grow Through Life

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In between goals is a thing called life, that has to be lived and enjoyed.
Sid Caesar

The more I want to get something done, the less I call it work.
Richard Bach

We see things not as they are, but as we are.
H. M. Tomlinson

Vision without action is daydream. Action without vision is nightmare.
Japanese Proverb

The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.
Jimmy Johnson

When I hear somebody sigh, ‘Life is hard,’ I am always tempted to ask, ‘Compared to what?
Sydney Harris

Don’t go through life, grow through life.
Eric Butterworth

Positive anything is better than negative thinking.
Elbert Hubbard

I know for sure that what we dwell on is who we become.
Oprah Winfrey

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.
Mark Twain

Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it.
Dennis P. Kimbro

Winners lose much more often than losers. So if you keep losing but you’re still trying, keep it up! You’re right on track.
Matthew Keith Groves

An obstacle is often a stepping stone.
Prescott

The real opportunity for success lies within the person and not in the job.
Zig Ziglar

If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.
Napoleon Hill