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'One of Cooper's stunts was to pay the exact taxi fare and when leaving the cab, to slip something into the taxi driver's pocket saying, "Have a drink on me." That something would turn out to be a tea bag.'  (Tommy Cooper (1921 - 1984), comedian.)

(Tommy Cooper surely lived with a positive "quick wit" !)

Cheers,
Kim.

"I love God!"

God wants each one of us to be positive so that we can live our potential.k.

You Can Live Your Potential!

Actions to build positive self-talk inside your thinking brain.

Stop the negative:  Once negative self-talk is identified, learn to "park it" or stop it.  Saying, "park it," or visualising a big, red stop sign being there can halt negative thinking.

Replace with Positive:  Imagine that the mind is like a bucket and when it is filled to the top with positive thoughts, there is no room for negative self-talk.

You need to identify positive self-talk in advance and replace the negative thoughts with the previously identified positive ones.

* List five (5) positive things about you:

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Tell yourself what you CAN do:  Focus on what you can do, not on what you cannot do.

Make a list of all the things you can do, e.g. ride a bike, play football, cook, etc.

Now make the list relevant to a particular part of your life, for example:

My list of what I CAN DO at work:

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Don't judge yourself on whether you are perfect at the task or activity; just list what you can do.

(Paul H. Saunders - You Can Live Your Potential)

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I say to myself that "it is just a thought" - and then, let that negative thought drop away (you should feel a difference).  Cheers.k.

Positive

Positive thinking is vital in creating a healthy and

abundant life.  A positive attitude along with positive

beliefs and thoughts are crucial ingredients for creating

happiness.  Don't worry - think love.

T.C. Salerno

~ * SHINE !! * ~

MORE than ever, Australians are putting their health and wellbeing above all else in their lives. REGARDLESS of age and circumstance, feeling good and being healthy and happy is a necessity for everyone and of all ages!

AS people try to juggle work, family, friends, social life, as part of everyday life, they realise that without good health and sense of wellbeing, they are unable to tackle the challenges they regularly encounter with their hectic and demanding lifestyles.

WHILE good health may well be about following a sound - practical diet, and embarking on a regular and sensible exercise program, it also is about taking a sanctity (sacredness) approach to not just our bodies, but our mind and spirit, too. While it is important to watch what you eat, nourishing your body with good, wholesome foods and even vitamin supplements, it is just as essential to care for your spiritual and mental state. Inner health is seen as an integral key to outer health and vitality, and as such, it is possible for anyone to look and feel great at any age!

TODAY it has never been easier or more accessible to enjoy great health. FOR those of us who are overweight, smoke, or avoid exercise, there are countless avenues available to address those concerns, and myriad experts willing to help you adopt more healthful habits ( * find an expert that you feel comfortable with). FORTUNATELY, it's never too late to start, and simple straightforward steps will only lead to positive change/s and a greater sense of wellbeing.

One of the most important things to keep in mind is a positive and optimistic attitude. The simple fact of feeling good about what you do, can make a huge difference when trying to adhere to new and better lifestyle choice/s. FEELING good about yourself and your lifestyle, is the first step in feeling happy and fulfilled in your lifestyle. Taking command of your health and wellbeing will give you all the tools you need to take charge of your life, and help you feel empowered by your 'healthy' choice/s! Anon.

~ Five (5) Ways to DIFFUSE Anger ! ~

HOW do you tell if you have an anger problem? IF more than one person close to you has said they think you have an issue, listen to them because uncontrolled anger can affect your health!

NOT all peeved people scream and throw things. Yes, some show their rage aggressively. Others are more defensive. Some are passive aggressive and won't tell you they're "ticked off". Instead, they roll their eyes, make snide remarks and are hostile.

Then there are the sulkers. Those people who withdraw when they're angry, refusing to address things but making it very clear there is a problem.

We can't rid our lives of issues and people who make our blood boil. And we shouldn't aim to blank this emotion entirely - but just learn to manage it better.

1. IDENTIFY YOUR TRIGGERS

Who or what pushes your buttons? Get to know when you're more likely to erupt; if you can tell when you're at your most vulnerable, you, can use coping strategies.

2. RIDE THE WAVE OF EMOTION

Instead of marching straight in to confront whoever has annoyed you, take some time out to allow the red-hot emotion to cool.

3. BREATHE DEEPLY

When we're angry, our heart rate and blood pressure increase and adrenalin rushes through our bodies. We can calm down by taking deep breaths with our diaphragm - not our chest.

4. CHALLENGE ANY UNHELPFUL THOUGHT

Anger can make us irrational. Recognise the times when you're catastrophising or taking things personally. Instead of thinking the world is out to get you, try having some empathy - we all make mistakes and do things differently.

5. LEARN POSITIVE WAYS TO COMMUNICATE

Pick your battles by letting some things go through to the keeper. But if it's important for you to say something, try to communicate assertively. Express your view or problem without using personal attacks and try to suggest how to improve things next time! HUMOUR can lighten the mood. - J. Lamble

**** ~ A Crutch ?? !! ~ ****

HAVE you ever heard skeptics say that the Christian faith is nothing more than a crutch - that the only reason people claim to trust Jesus is that they are weaklings who have to make up "religion" to get by?

Apparently those skeptics haven't heard about the doctor in one Far Eastern country who spent 2-1/2 years in jail being "re-educated" because he professed faith in Christ. THEN, after his release, he was arrested again - this time for his efforts at his church.

And perhaps those skeptics haven't heard about Paul. AFTER trusting Christ, he was arrested, flogged, mocked, and shipwrecked (2 Cor. 11: 16-29).

These believers were not looking for a crutch. No, they had something deep and essential in their hearts. They had a personal relationship with God - a relationship born of faith in the work of Jesus on the cross. As a result, they became children of the King - eager to sacrifice everything for the privilege of proclaiming Him. They were not limping along looking for something to hold them up.

A crutch? Hardly. Faith in Christ is not about safety and caution. It's about believing Jesus and trusting Him no matter what. (It's about taking up a daily cross (Luke 9:23) and living for the Savior.) - Dave Brannon.

"Take up your cross," the Savior said,
"If you would My disciple be;
Take up your cross with willing heart
And humbly follow after Me." - Everest.

"We are hard-pressed
on every side, yet not
crushed." - 2 Corinthians 4:8

(*READ: 2 Corinthians 4: 8-15)

Because Jesus bore the cross for us, we willingly (*have/been given the desire to) take it up for Him!

*** SEE associated posting dated 27/11/2010 titled 'Eternity'.kim.

* "CARPE DIEM" / "Seize the Day" .. !! *

"Seize the Day" - today is the first day of the rest of my life !!