This month I want to focus on perspectives and of course, share with you material that has helped me at times when I needed it. I hope that this impacts you the way it has in my own life. The next post was something that I came across when I was in college. As a student, life often times became stressful for obvious reasons but once I read this piece of literature it helped to focus. So I hope that you enjoy it and reference it time to time. I found it amongst my work and thought it would great to share with you.

Happy Summer & Half of the Year 2010!

‘Prepare your mind to receive the best that life has to offer.’ – Ernest Holmes

Happy Reflecting!

Trust me I know this all to well. I feel that when I do come to terms with what I really want and put it out in the universe — things seem to feel like they are going the opposite way. It is natural, but don’t lose hope or faith in yourself. If you cannot believe in yourself then you cannot expect others to follow suit either. So take a moment and clear the air for you – don’t listen to others it will only make it harder for you. Take a deep breath and focus on what your heart is telling you. You cannot go wrong with that. ☺

I have been fortunate to have such amazing people in my life. There have been some that have left a footprint in my life, which will remain with me for the rest of my life. Then there are some secrets that I still hold for those who are no longer in my life.
The thing about secrets is that some people may use it against them for their own benefit. I believe that secrets are what keeps some people together and other apart.

I have a former friend whom I believed would be by my side throughout our phases in life. Perhaps time or selfish motives changed everything. In the time that we were friends we shared many memories and secrets. Of course, was I thoroughly disappointed and hurt when I was brutally ignored and put aside in the most crucial time for a friendship? Absolutely.

Someone else in my position would have likely been one to confront and put the matter to rest. I however, feel that by just letting go and realizing that I did nothing wrong helps me to work through what happened. I realize that it takes the other person’s effort to make things right. My tendency is to forgive and embrace a friendship – but this time around the likelihood is that it will take me a little longer.

We shared many secrets and those I will keep with me, as it is not my right to reveal them. in friendships, you have to realize that when things do not go right we can put our best foot forward and that is usually enough. Remember, it takes two people to make any relationship work.

A smile
A warm embrace
Family
Bookstores
Strawberries
Ice-Cream
Puppies
Pillows
Pumpkin Spice Latte
My Macbook Pro
Breathing
Talking to a good friend
Tea
Girl’s Night Out
Flowers
Food
Cupcakes
Truffles
Quotes
Random Acts of Kindness

This is just one of many my list can go on for a while but you get the idea. These items I listed above are just a few of the infinite joys I have in my life. We only have one lifetime so why not make the best out of what life has to offer to us?

I try really hard not to judge people because not everyone is as outgoing as I am. There are some people who are shy and they need time to really get to know someone before they can feel comfortable enough to establish trust. I believe that everyone is giving and trusting, but it can take one suspicion or doubt that changes it all. It is so important that you work on developing your personality so that you put your best foot forward even when faced with adversity. An individuals’ persona is determined not when the waters are calm, but when the storm approaches. It is how you handle those tough times in relationships, and situations. Your character and personality are dependent on how people will see you. Most importantly, they will value you based upon your actions. At the end of the day, you have to face yourself in the mirror. You will have to answer to yourself.

Sometimes the heart sees what is invisible to the eye. -H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

“To laugh often and love much, to win the respect of intelligent people, to earn the appreciation of honest critics an endure the betrayal of false friends, to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others, and to leave the world a bit better…to know that even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” – Unknown

Whenever I read this I feel like I can find peace and give me the opportunity to reflect on how I feel. It brings me back to where I need to be. You might have a favorite quote or an inspirational picture. You should leave it in a prominent place so that you can take the time to stop and smell the roses. ☺

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
This is a very inspiring and thought provoking book. If you are soul searching and need a book to help you put things into perspective then stop at your local bookstore and pick up a copy ASAP. I was first introduced to this book over a year ago but I did not make the time for it. I had a friend who let me borrow this book, but I returned it a few months ago without really giving it another thought. Recently, I purchased this book and I am so glad that I read it when I was ready. Words just cannot do justice to this piece of work! It is really about the universal language that we all need to learn in our own way.

So that is my recommendation for you, and I know that you won’t regret it. ☺

Happy Reading!!!