Ask for Help!

It's OK to ask for help. People love helping. When I ask for help, I usually get it with a smile. I used to think of it as a sign of weakness but it's not! Even super heroes have their specialty and can't do it all! I also used to think, "People should see that I'm struggling and that I need help!" But, people live in their own world and see it from their view point. Not all can see it the way you see it. Next time, just ask for help!

Mental Toxins

Mental toxins are the negative words we use about ourselves. Whether we speak them out loud or think them in our head they do nothing to boost our self image. Take words like: "How could I be so stupid, " or "I'm not good at..." or even, "I'm a failure." - these do nothing good for us. As a matter of fact, they have a negative effect. Just like you need to put good food in your body to be healthy, you need to put good words in your head to have mental health!

Be Direct

When communicating, don't assume people know what you want. You must tell them! Oblique may seem nice or less aggressive but what it you are really doing is passive aggressive. Trying being direct. It doesn't mean be a jerk, it just means be clear. People will thank you for it.

I'm great! How are you?

Try this experiment today: Whenever someone says, "How are you?" Tell them you are doing great, instead of the usual - "I'm fine." or "Doing good." You must use some enthusiasm, too. You'll really peek peoples interest and by the end of the day you'll probably be in the best mood. People will ask you why you're so great. You can just tell them that you don't know but you just are and that will be good enough! They'll want whatever you are "taking."

Thank Someone Today

Today is the day of appreciation. Tell someone thank you or that they did a good job - even if the just live up to expectations. People like feeling important and noticed. Don't you? How motivated are you to repeat your actions if you get praised for it?

Live in the Moment

We can get so fixated on what might or might not happen for us in the future that we forget to enjoy today. Take some time to notice some perfect moments today. I saw my kids laughing hysterically and sharing a loving moment. Nothing is more perfect than that - for me. I'll bet you have nice moment today - take some time to "Live in that Moment."

Happy Birthday, Morgan!

Today is my 4 year old daughters birthday. I can remember her first moments of life! All great things were ahead of her. I want you to pretend today is your "Birth" day. Take this moment to start a new outlook on life! You can start over if you want! You may say that you haven't always been good and maybe you are not worthy. You are worthy and it's important to start over with a fresh outlook if you want to be better! Happy Birthday to everyone!