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"Keeping Life Simple!"

By Aida Pinto

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Independent Real Estate Broker DRE#00972295

May 16, 2011 07:42 AM

I’m re-reading this little book by Karen Levine, and I wanted to share some of the advice she gives.

Even though, some of the advice in the book is impractical, at least for me, and most of it I already know but don't practice it. But, it does help to review good ideas and at least try them out!

From the book: 7 guiding Principles:

#1....Relax your standards

#2....Free yourself of stereotypical roles

#3....Take time to figure out what you find most satisfying

#4....Create time for the things you care about

#5....Learn to enjoy what’s in front of you

#6....Learn to be flexible

#7....Prioritize

Feel free to add to the list.

What principles have you lived by that has helped simplify your life? For me it's been #5....learning to enjoy what’s in front of you has been the most valuable! And the one that I try to live by! Notice I said "try!" lol!

Also, I create a new ActiveRain group: Keeping Life Simple

Where everyone can share their ideas, thoughts and stories about how they have simplified their life. It feels good to share, doesn't it? I hope you will help me grow this group. Thanks for reading and posting.

Post your stories to: http://activerain.com/groups/KeepingLifeSimple

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Trang Beuschlein

Homes for Sale in Campbell CA- Broker-BKR Realty - Campbell, CA

Campbell CA Real Estate - Campbell CA Homes for Sa

Aida, I would say #4 for me, which is my kids and husband. I try to, but not always succesfully.

May 16, 2011 07:52 AM

Kerrie La Guardia

ActiveRain, Community Manager - Kirkland, WA

Let it Rain!

I agree with you and focus on #5. It puts a positive spin on life and makes you realize really how much you have!

May 16, 2011 08:22 AM

Margie Kopp Sorrell

Coldwell Banker Lake Oconee Realty and Lake Country - Greensboro, GA

Lake Oconee Real Estate

I too focus on #5. Days where I'm overwhelmed by what's on my plate, I think of the days that I sit willing the phone to ring and vice versa. It keeps me grounded and constantly reminds me to stay positive and happy for what does come my way.

May 16, 2011 09:39 AM

Aida Pinto

Independent Real Estate Broker - Los Angeles, CA

Real Estate Broker (562) 884-6196

Thank you ladies for you comments....this market is sure making our life in real estate more complicated than it has to be and staying grounded is getting harder....we really need to stay focused on what really matters....family and health are good ones.

May 16, 2011 10:27 AM

Marchel Peterson

Results Realty - Spring, TX

Spring TX Real Estate E-Pro

Aida, I try to keep God-Family-Career and that keeps my life in focus. I not be the biggest or wealthiest agent but I'm WAY HAPPY!

May 16, 2011 03:06 PM

@Marchel....thanks for the comment....God, family and Career are good priority to have.

May 16, 2011 05:42 PM

"Keeping Life Simple!"

I’m re-reading this little book by Karen Levine, and I wanted to share some of the advice she gives.

Even though, some of the advice in the book is impractical, at least for me, and most of it I already know but don't practice it. But, it does help to review good ideas and at least try them out!

From the book: 7 guiding Principles:

#1....Relax your standards

#2....Free yourself of stereotypical roles

#3....Take time to figure out what you find most satisfying

#4....Create time for the things you care about

#5....Learn to enjoy what’s in front of you

#6....Learn to be flexible

#7....Prioritize

Feel free to add to the list.

What principles have you lived by that has helped simplify your life? For me it's been #5....learning to enjoy what’s in front of you has been the most valuable! And the one that I try to live by! Notice I said "try!" lol!

Also, I create a new ActiveRain group: Keeping Life Simple

Where everyone can share their ideas, thoughts and stories about how they have simplified their life. It feels good to share, doesn't it? I hope you will help me grow this group. Thanks for reading and posting.

Post your stories to: http://activerain.com/groups/KeepingLifeSimple

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