Just think of any negativity that comes at you as a raindrop falling into the ocean of your bliss. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi I have heard it said that there is little difference in people, but that little difference makes a big difference. The little difference is attitude; the big difference is whether it is positive Continue reading…
The Meaning of Success
How do you define success? Is it financial status, professional/personal achievements, celebrity? Many people are quick to equate success with money and power. In reality, success is a very personal thing and how you measure it gives you a better understanding of yourself. The poem “Success” attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, (1803-1882) American poet and Continue reading…
Books for Your Own “Happiness” Library
After reading Gretchen Rubin’s The Happiness Project Book a couple of years, I was inspired to start a happiness project of my own. Through this blog I have shared practical advice and insights, hopefully with a dose of humor. As my project continues to expand, I’ve come to realize the importance of ongoing research and Continue reading…
Happy New Year!
“The best thing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time.” – Abraham Lincoln This is the time of year we make resolutions and set goals for ourselves. But it is also the time to reflect on all the things we did in the old year… the places we visited, Continue reading…
What Thanksgiving Means To Me
Thanksgiving… It’s True Meaning. Many of us think of Thanksgiving as a wonderful time to celebrate getting out of school for a long weekend, eating a great dinner, and the start of the Christmas holiday season – Black Friday shopping at retail stores. I wonder, however, how many of us are aware of the origin Continue reading…
Recognizing Veteran’s Day – Thank You For Your Service & Sacrifice
Veteran’s Day is an official federal holiday that honors America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. It is observed on November 11th. President Woodrow Wilson first proclaimed Armistice Day for November 11, 1919. He stated, “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day Continue reading…
Lifestyles by Estelia… Learning From Your Mistakes
Jeff Bezos, Amazon.com founder, says a learner’s mindset is the key to his company’s success. “You have to be willing to fail, to be misunderstood.” NBA legend Michael Jordan said he missed more than 9,000 shots in his career and lost almost 300 games. “I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. Continue reading…
