That's LIFE

we live in a beautiful world

2010-10-05T13:55:00.000-07:00

Look around you, it is amazing. Skyscrapers, gravity, daisies, peaches, archipelagos, children, languages, music, wars, phosphorous, galaxies, snow, literature, human existence.

We live in such a breathtaking environment that is full of magic and wonder. Although we can feel intense sadness, profound happiness can be just around the corner. One step away. One thought away. One kiss away. Sources for joy are literally everywhere, one just has to overlook all of the negative things trying to cover them up.

The world conspires for you to be happy, not unhappy. It is all a matter of perspective, of stepping back and taking a good look at the world around you. How can you ever be bored, depressed, frustrated, annoyed or jealous in a world of such infinite possibility?

Are you discontent with your current situation? Then change it. Move elsewhere. Do something else. Befriend other people. This world is not a single plane, it is vast and varied and waiting to be experienced.

If today is not a good day, wake up tomorrow and start a better day. Better yet, close your eyes for one minute and open then looking for the beauty, the complexity, the awesomeness that is this Universe. Forget the ugliness, the adversity, the vacuous nature that so many impose upon the world around them for those details are not worth paying attention to, nor remembering.

What good do negative thoughts and actions serve? They only hurt, cramp and suppress positivity. It is only with optimism, altruism and compassion that this world can be cured of its ills. Judgement, hatred, egotism, bitterness and despair only bring more evil into a world already riddled with problems. Even a very small amount of a good can spread exponentially because it is so much more rare than bad in this universe.

Regarding good, people are the ultimate source of it. Every single human being is completely different with their own flaws, skills, experiences, secrets, and dreams. Every man and woman holds inside of themselves a story so infinitely interesting that it could never be told completely in a film, book or conversation. People cannot be defined as ignorant, pretty, selfish, purple, happy or conservative. Every person is a unique being shaped by the infinite amount of variables that our Earth-bound existences offer us. The Earth is a museum and we all are the art within it. Study all of the art regardless of its shape, color or texture and you will gain a greater understanding of the museum.

Life is what you make of it. Life is perception: sight, taste, smell, sound and touch. Reality depends upon the intensity and angle with which light hits our eyes. Reality sounds only because of the way our brains decipher the vibrations of the air around us. That same air is only felt because of the stimulation of our nerve endings and the subsequent signals to our brains. We are told only what is around us, it is our job to actually interpret that information. A “negative” sensory input can be a source of anguish, or simply an inspiration to change everything and attract more positive inputs. It is up to you, and you alone. No one thing or one person can decide or influence how you feel. That is completely up to you. Decide to be happy about life and you will remain that way. It is your perception, so why not make it a positive perception?

We live in a beautiful world. It is time that you see the beauty. It is ever-pervading and impossible to miss unless your eyes are closed. So open them.

~ High Existence

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What Will Matter

2010-05-20T07:42:00.000-07:00

Ready or not, some day it will all come to an end.

There will be no more sunrises, no minutes, hours or days. All the things you collected, whether treasured or forgotten will pass to someone else.

Your wealth, fame and temporal power will shrivel to irrelevance. It will not matter what you owned or what you were owed.

Your grudges, resentments, frustrations and jealousies will finally disappear. So too, your hopes, ambitions, plans and to do lists will expire.

The wins and losses that once seemed so important will fade away.
It won’t matter where you came from or what side of the tracks you lived on at the end.
It won’t matter whether you were beautiful or brilliant. Even your gender and skin color will be irrelevant.
So what will matter? How will the value of your days be measured?

What will matter is not what you bought but what you built, not what you got but what you gave.
What will matter is not your success but your significance.
What will matter is not what you learned but what you taught.
What will matter is every act of integrity, compassion, courage, or sacrifice that enriched, empowered or encouraged others to emulate your example.
What will matter is not your competence but your character.
What will matter is not how many people you knew, but how many will feel a lasting loss when you’re gone.
What will matter is not your memories but the memories that live in those who loved you.
What will matter is how long you will be remembered, by whom and for what.

Living a life that matters doesn’t happen by accident. It’s not a matter of circumstance but of choice.

Choose to live a life that matters.

~ Michael Josephson

i’ll paint you a rainbow

2010-05-20T07:14:00.000-07:00

I’ll paint you a rainbow to hang on the wall,

to brighten your heart when the gray shadows fall.

On a canvas of joy outlasting the years,

with a soft brush of sweetness to dry all your tears.

I’ll paint you a rainbow with colors of smiles

That glow with sincerity over the miles.

On a palette of words I will tenderly blend

Tones into treasures of sunlight and wind.

I’ll paint you a rainbow that reaches so wide,

Your sights and your sorrows will vanish inside,

And deep in the center of each different hue,

A memory fashioned especially for you.

So lift up your eyes, for suspended above,

A rainbow designed by the fingers of love…

Steps to HAPPINESS

2010-05-20T07:07:00.000-07:00

Everybody Knows:

You can’t be all things to all people.

You can’t do all things at once.

You can’t do all things equally well.

You can’t do all things better than everyone else.

Your humanity is showing just like everyone else’s.

So:

You have to find out who you are, and be that.

You have to decide what comes first, and do that.

You have to discover your strengths, and use them.

You have to learn not to compete with others,

Because no one else is in the contest of *being you*.

Then:

You will have learned to accept your own uniqueness.

You will have learned to set priorities and make decisions.

You will have learned to live with your limitations.

You will have learned to give yourself the respect that is due.

And you’ll be a most vital mortal.

Dare To Believe:

That you are a wonderful, unique person.

That you are a once-in-all-history event.

That it’s more than a right, it’s your duty, to be who you are.

That life is not a problem to solve, but a gift to cherish.

And you’ll be able to stay one up on what used to get you down.

Dreamer

2010-04-26T08:37:00.000-07:00

Climbing higher mountains

I will not descend downward

Until after I have conquered that fear

Clasping stars within my hands

They shall not stray from my touch

I am a dreamer

My wings lie in my mind

Where they allow me to divide the clouds

As I ascend through their cotton-like tufts

One cannot pierce my heart with any arrow

It is filled with pure bliss and compassion

No one will ever be able to seize that from me

Although at times my eyes may look wounded

My strength has never fled.....

Live Life to the Fullest

2010-04-26T08:34:00.000-07:00

"Learn to enjoy every minute of your life. Be happy now. Don’t wait for something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future. Think how really precious is the time you have to spend, whether it’s at work or with your family. Every minute should be enjoyed and savoured......♥ ♥ ♥ ...

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Hapiness is A Journey

2010-04-26T08:13:00.000-07:00

The art of being happy lies in the power of extracting happiness from common things.

“— Henry Ward Beecher

To a happy person, the formula for happiness is quite simple: Regardless of what happened early this morning, last week, or last year - or what may happen later this evening, tomorrow, or three years from now - now is where happiness lies.

“— Richard Carlson

Inspiration

2010-04-26T08:02:00.000-07:00

When you’re struggling with something, look at all the people around you and realise that every single person you see is struggling with something, and to them, it’s just as hard as what you’re going through.

“— Nicholas Sparks, Dear John

Be Thankful

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be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire. if you did, what would there be to look forward to?

be thankful when you don’t know something, for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

be thankful for the difficult times. during those times you grow.

be thankful for your limitations, because they give you opportunities for improvement.

be thankful for your mistakes. they will teach you valuable lessons.

be thankful when you’re tired and weary, because it means you’ve made a difference.

it’s easy to be thankful for the good things.

a life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks.

find a way to be thankful for your troubles, and they can become your blessings.

10Rules to Live By

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1. Realize your own worth. Avoid comparing yourself with others. Each of us is special, because we are different one from the other.

2. Set your own goals based on what is important to you, not what others think is important. Only you know what is best for you.

3. Treasure the things that are closest to your heart. Cherish them as you would your life; without them life is meaningless.

4. Live your life one day at a time, in the present, each day to its fullest. Don’t let your life slip through your fingers by living in the past or for the future.

5. Be relentless when you have something to offer; never give up. Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying.

6. Embrace risk; don’t be afraid. We learn how to be brave by taking chances.

7. Love deeply, freely, and with all your heart. The quickest way to receive love is to give love; the fastest way to lose love is to hold it too tightly; the best way to keep love is to give it wings.

8. Live your dreams. To be without dreams is to be without hope; to be without hope is to be without purpose.

9. Slow down. Don’t run through life so fast that you forget not only where you have been, but also where you are going. Life is not a race, but a journey to be savoured, each and every step of the way.

10. Surrender to your destiny; have faith that it will unfold as it should. Choose to be happy, at peace and one with the universe.

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keep believing

2010-04-26T07:34:00.000-07:00

Standing for what you believe in regardless of the odds against you, and the pressure that tears at your resistance

…is Courage.

Keeping a smile on your face when inside you feel like dying, for the sake of supporting others

…is Strength.

Stopping at nothing and doing what’s in your heart that you know is right

…is Determination.

Doing more than is expected, to make another’s life a little more bearable, without uttering a single complaint

…is Compassion.

Helping a friend in need, no matter the time or effort, to the best of your ability

…is Loyalty.

Holding your head high and being the best you know you can be when life seems to fall apart at your feet,

…is Fortitude.

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Reach for the sky

2010-04-26T07:22:00.001-07:00

reach higher than the sky

reach into the light

reach with all that you got inside

don’t give up

keep reaching it’s alright

reach higher than high

keep reaching til you start to fly

to the skys above

take hold of the dreams you’ve been dreaming of

reach out

take a stand

gotta stand alone do the best you can

reach in

cause you’re gonna win

but you can’t ever stop believin’

reach deep down

into your soul

cause deep down you already know

you gotta keep reachin

you can achieve your goals

even if they might seem impossible

just reach

with your heart and hand

do it for yourself

you deserve the chance

cause when you reach

you give yourself a voice

reach with all your might

take control over your life

everything gon be alright

gonna be alright

_icy*

Five Ways To A Better One

2010-04-26T07:18:00.000-07:00

1. Say Yes to Life. “Be not afraid of life. Believe that life is worth living, and your belief will help create the fact.” - Henry James

Saying yes to life allows wonderful blessings to come to you. Say yes to opportunity and success. Say yes to a life that you live by your standards. Say yes to making your own decisions and not seeking approval of others. Say yes to a fulfilling and rewarding career. Say yes to a relationship that energizes, supports and stimulates you. Say yes to a promising future. Say yes to living without guilt, resentment or regrets. Say yes to spending more time on your self improvement. Say yes to living an authentic life. Say yes to taking chances and freeing yourself from fear. Say yes to happiness and achievements. Say yes to a well-lived life.

2. Love Yourself and Others Unconditionally. “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude; it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs…” (Corinthians 13: 3, 5)

When was the last time you loved without hesitation or caution? Withholding love as a means of control only leads to distrust and resentment. Loving unconditionally means loving without judgment. Free yourself from unrealistic expectations and accept the person you love for who they are. Do not expect your needs and wants to be fulfilled by someone else. Allow those you love to express themselves without fear of rejection. Do not punish yourself or loved ones for past mistakes. People use the word love very loosely, but do not stop to think of the implications of using the word. Take the time to be responsible in how you show love. Allow yourself to love and be loved.

3. Take Risks. “There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” - Anais Nin

Everything in life involves a risk. Are you allowing fear of rejection and failure to dictate your life? Fear inhibits success. Take chances and free yourself from limiting beliefs. Taking risks empowers you to take charge of your life. Be curious about life; experiment and try new things. Set goals for yourself and take action. Step out of what is safe, comfortable and familiar to you. Examine what feelings emerge when you are thinking about taking a risk. Ask yourself, “What am I afraid of?” Concealing yourself in a safe container prevents you from exploring other possibilities. Embrace the unknown and anticipate success. You will never know the outcome if you don’t take the risk.

4. Make the Impossible, Possible. “The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” - Winston Churchill

Think it can’t happen; then it won’t. It is possible to get through the difficult times in life. Learn from failures and take responsibility for your life. Listening to your inner critic can sabotage your dreams. Silence the critic by reaffirming all the things you are capable of doing. Dream big and be excited about your future. Find and release your untapped talents. Believe in your abilities and discover what you have to offer the world. Think about all the things you can’t do and try to do them. Think back to a time, when something was difficult and you were able to overcome the challenge. Continuing to live life in a safe container doesn’t help you gain anything in life. Take the necessary actions to achieve your goals. Stop assuming and start achieving!

5. Make Your Life Really Count. “How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” - Annie Dillard

What’s your legacy? How do you want to be remembered? The life you live defines who you are and the choices you make will determine what impact you will have on the lives of others. Never underestimate the power of your words and actions. You were uniquely created to make a contribution to the world. It is your right and your obligation to make your mark in this world. Surround yourself with people who are supportive, positive and encouraging. Show appreciation and gratitude to those around you. If you have a message to share, then share it with the world. Staying small and thinking small will not get you where you need to be in life. Starting today, have a new perspective on life. Start a new chapter in your life.

_icy*

remember the five simple rules to be happy...

2010-04-26T07:10:00.000-07:00

1. Free your heart from hatred - Forgive.

2. Free your mind from worries - Most never happen.

3. Live simply and appreciate what you have.

4. Give more.

5. Expect less.

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life is too short..

2010-04-26T07:03:00.000-07:00

•Never be awful to anyone, that person you were awful to may teach you the most.

•Always remember…you are a somebody, God didn’t take the time to create a nobody.

•Always smile, you never know whose day you might be making.

•Never ‘forget’ to say hi to anyone, never miss the chance to laugh or smile, never get too caught up in yourself that you forget to help others.

•Never forget that you aren’t the only one with problems, and most of all…never forget that when you feel like you only have one friend, that friend will remind you of all the others.

•If you forget about all the bad things in life, the good will take over.

•If fear is staring you in the face, close your eyes so you don’t have to look at it.

•Be yourself, you can’t be anyone else…The best you can be is you!

_icy

emotions

2010-04-18T04:11:00.000-07:00

it's so hard cementing everything together with Elmer's glue.

it's sticky, and my fingers get smashed between my distaste of people i love.

i'm ashamed of the things i hate and i hate everything i like.

.......this sanity is insane.

fashionfever

2010-04-03T03:31:00.001-07:00

I ♥♥♥ XOXO

2010-03-31T21:13:00.000-07:00

You just go and throw it away,

it’s always the same,

Tell me that it’ll be okay.

So now I see you,

straight on and clear

I'll pretend you see too.

One day you’ll come back,

oh, how i wish,

But obviously hope is something i lack.

Maybe just maybe this love will come true,

i'm holding it so tightly,

Maybe I’ll find someone new.

But that's not what i wanted,

don't keep it this way,

These thoughts are so taunted.

You're so far away.

My Heart

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emo

2010-03-31T18:27:00.001-07:00

............the fact that your sunshine bursts at the seams

makes it so much worse to watch

because i know how you feel

and deep down it isnt real.

_icy*

2010-03-31T18:23:00.000-07:00

you're laying on your bed.

you said you weren't sleeping, but i beg to differ.

i'm afraid that you think i'm uninterested,

but the truth is i'm okay with having a slow life, it just means i get to ponder on the little wonderful gifts it brings me.

we may not appear as best friends,

or hang out like best friends,

but you are the best friend i've ever had.

you know who you are.

and i know you will read this (:

_icy*