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Fun Thought Friday

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Real Estate Agent with Prudential Calfornia Realty

 

 

Every day we are faced with a multitude of choices.

 In my opinion, one of the greatest freedoms human beings enjoy is the freedom to choose our thoughts. We can choose to focus upon and think about what's right in our world, or we can choose to focus on what's not.

 One of the great inspirational authors, Max Lucado<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Max_Lucado>  "On The Anvil." The excerpt below is from his book.

 Today I will make a difference. I will begin by controlling my thoughts. A person is the product of his thoughts. I want to be happy and hopeful. Therefore, I will have thoughts that are happy and hopeful. I refuse to be victimized by my circumstances. I will not let petty inconveniences such as stoplights, long lines, and traffic jams be my masters. I will avoid negativism and gossip. Optimism will be my companion, and victory will be my hallmark. Today I will make a difference.

 I will be grateful for the twenty-four hours that are before me. Time is a precious commodity. I refuse to allow what little time I have to be contaminated by self-pity, anxiety, or boredom. I will face this day with the joy of a child and the courage of a giant. I will drink each minute as though it is my last. When tomorrow comes, today will be gone forever. While it is here, I will use it for loving and giving. Today I will make a difference.

 I will not let past failures haunt me. Even though my life is scarred with mistakes, I refuse to rummage through my trash heap of failures. I will admit them. I will correct them. I will press on. Victoriously. No failure is fatal. It's OK to stumble...I will get up. It's OK to fail...I will rise again. Today I will make a difference.

 I will spend time with those I love. My spouse, my children, my family. A man can own the world but be poor for the lack of love. A man can own nothing and yet be wealthy in relationships. Today I will spend at least five minutes with the significant people in my world. Five quality minutes of talking or hugging or thanking or listening. Five undiluted minutes with my mate, children, and friends.

Today I will make a difference.

Comments (8)

Andrew Capelli
Troy, MI

Very true, Krista- Thanks for the message of positivity heading into the weekend!

Sep 23, 2011 06:49 AM
RealEstate Video Magic
San Diego, CA

I love today's post. Very inspirational.

Sep 23, 2011 06:52 AM
Bob Miller
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty - Ocala, FL
The Ocala Dream Team

Krista, Amen!  Have the battle is with our minds!

Sep 23, 2011 06:55 AM
Jennifer Chiongbian
Specializing in all types of Manhattan apts & townhouses - Manhattan, NY
Real Estate Broker - NYC

Great inspirational thoughts.  I was just telling a friend that the only thing we have control over is our choices.  We can choose to be mierable or do something about it.  There is always a positive side in all things, including the bad.  It is our choice to be able to see that-- or not.

Sep 23, 2011 06:58 AM
Krista Lombardi
Prudential Calfornia Realty - San Diego, CA

@Jennifer I had this same discussion last night with friends at dinner. Thanks for your comment.

Sep 23, 2011 07:00 AM
Jayne Clement
Keller Williams Realty - Los Feliz, CA
Los Angeles Short Sale Agents

Wait...didn't I just see this post?  Ah well...always good to see again!

Sep 23, 2011 07:27 AM
Digital Digital
Alachua, FL
full service

Hi Krista,
This is exactly what I needed to calm down.
My phone broke and I got a new one, but I was getting very impatient with the process of transferring the old data.
I have choosen to be grateful instead of grumpy.
I'll write down 5 reasons to be grateful today!

Sep 23, 2011 07:49 AM
Steven Cook
No Longer Processing Mortgages. - Tacoma, WA

Krista -- It is nice to see someone pushing such a positive viewpoint.

Sep 23, 2011 12:08 PM