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Be Thankful For...

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Real Estate Agent with Newstream Realty

Yesterday, I attended our office Thanksgiving luncheon. One of our broker / owners shared some personal experiences with us but also read something that hit home with me.

It applies to all areas of our lives, including the real estate business, and it's especially meaningful with the holidays around the corner.

Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire - if you did, what would you have to look forward to?

Be thankful when you don't know something, for it gives you opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times - during those times you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations because they give you opportunities for improvement.

Be thankful for each new challenge because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes - they will teach you valuable lessons.

Be thankful when you're tired and weary because it means you've made a difference.

It's easy to be thankful for the good things - a life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks.

GRATITUDE can turn a negative into a positive. Find a way to be thankful for your troubles and they can become your blessings.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Megan Phelps
RE/MAX Heritage
817-999-2211
soldbyphelps@aol.com
www.soldbyphelps.com

Faina Reinhardt
HotRentalsNY.com - Manhattan, NY

Megan,

What a great shift in perspective.  Thank you for sharing as I could relate to most of them.

Nov 19, 2010 02:51 AM
Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

Megan -  I LOVE THIS (and Ive suggested it too!)   I can imagine whilst this was being shared at your office, you could have heard a pin drop.  It made me emotional just sitting by myself with my laptop this morning!   I do believe in an Attitude of Gratitude every day

Nov 19, 2010 02:51 AM
Ellie Ortmann
Keller Williams Realty Integrity Northwest - Buffalo, MN
"Put Your Red On"

Thank you for the post.  It means alot.

Nov 19, 2010 02:51 AM
Brian Rugg
Rugg Realty LLC Sun City Texas 512-818-6700 - Georgetown, TX
Sun City TX Real Estate - Georgetown, TX Real Est

Hello Megan:

Lots of things to be thankful for these days and this list helps put some things in perspective.

Nov 19, 2010 02:52 AM
Megan Phelps
Newstream Realty - Roanoke, TX

I know that personally, I have tendencies to look at the "glass half empty," so it's important to stop and remember that our lives are good. We have moments and experiences that are negative, but overall, if you have your health, friends, and family, that's all you need! =)

Nov 19, 2010 02:56 AM