Tag: Positive Outlook

  • Focus on Productivity, Not Perfection

    Focus on Productivity, Not Perfection

    Have you ever wondered how someone with more responsibilities or demands is able to achieve more than you? No, they are not perfect, alien, or some breed of human meets robot. They are not special. It’s possible that they have just learned how to focus on productivity and efficiency. Let’s get one thing clear before…

  • The Conundrum of Being Strong

    The Conundrum of Being Strong

    After breaking my silence about a personal life event (sexual assault), I know there are a lot of people that suddenly have a lot of questions. My original post was more intended to shed light on an issue in our society than it was to create a whirlwind of questions about me. However, I accept…

  • How to Accept the Cards You are Dealt

    How to Accept the Cards You are Dealt

    Why are we dealt different cards in life? How do you accept the cards you are dealt? What can we do if we don’t like the cards we are dealt? How many times have you asked yourself this question: “Why them and not me?” I am not an expert card player so I do not…

  • Life is a Picture-Perfect Puzzle

    Life is a Picture-Perfect Puzzle

    “Most people think happiness is about gaining something, but it’s not. It’s all about getting rid of the darkness you’ve accumulated.” – Carolyn Crane I posted this quote a few weeks ago, but I had to revisit it because it presents such a different perspective on happiness as we know it. Let me begin by…

  • The Sky is Always Blue

    The Sky is Always Blue

    Although I have what I would call a healthy fear of flying, I still love to get on a plane and soar above the clouds. There is just something quite calming when we finally reach cruising altitude where the clouds are beneath us like fluffy cotton balls drifting off into the sun. I don’t know why, but I…