Bits and Clips for October 2023
I hope you find something among all this artwork and poetry, memes and links, quotes and photography that spurs you on, inspires, supports, educates, or motivates you:
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When Doing Something Hard (James Clear Quote)
Many people make a subtle mistake, which is they emphasize how difficult it is to do something.
Eat That Frog (Book Review)
I have heard about Eat that Frog for years, and have finally now read this classic. It focuses on practical steps for prioritizing your goals and getting you to execute them swiftly and thoroughly. It is filled great advice that is immediately actionable. Here are a few quotes: “No matter what the level of your … Read more
Reasons for Procrastination and How to Overcome Them
Surmounting (pastel) by Polly Castor There are several reasons for procrastination. Here are some and how to overcome them: We avoid tasks where we have performed poorly in the past. Instead of rationalizing, defending, or justifying your areas of weakness, make a plan to get better in that area. Take steps to gain proficiency. Feelings … Read more
Spiritual Thoughts to Support Harmonious Travel
Let’s let travel expand our thought to include more good!
Choosing Joy with Crabapple Photos
How exalting it is to meet the joy of life with appreciation and humble thankfulness.
How to Overcome Regret
I have been hugely benefited by loosening the clutch of regret through forgiveness, reframing, and finding gratitude where I could. But more than anything, realizing I can reach for my high ideals in how I behave right now, and respond in each present moment with the greatest integrity, kindness, and initiative, helps me to avoid regret in the future.
Stop Craving Particular Feelings (Quote by Yuval Noah Harari)
Suffering ends when we stop grasping for good feeling and trying to repel bad ones, realizing instead the ephemeral nature of all feelings.
Ask Me a Question!
I can’t say I’ll answer everything, but I’m generally open, so we’ll see what you want to know. Should be interesting!
Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down (Book Review with Quotes)
This is not religious content, as much as common sense, distilled down to its essence.
What We Emphasize Determines our Lives (Howard Zinn quote)
Live now as we think human beings should live…
Ralph Waldo Emerson’s Seven Life Principles
All that you need for growth and guidance in life is already present inside you.
Self Critique Your Artwork with this Elements of Art Check-list
This is how you’ll know your painting is finished.
Self-Care and Self-Love (Blog Resources)
God has blessed all of us with you, please accept the blessing of yourself!
Use a God Jar with a Lid
Don’t carry all that extra stuff around that you are not doing anything about today.
Advice on How to Apologize
If what you said or did would have bothered you if it was said or done to you, than an apology is in order.