Be Better Today

Today’s quote comes from the inspirational book author, Alan Cohen – “Use pain as a stepping stone, not a campground." Finding the happiness just on the other side of pain is difficult, but it gets easier each day we practice.

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Gretchen Rubin is a best-selling author and happiness expert who once said – “Negative emotions like loneliness, envy, and guilt have an important role to play in a happy life; they're big, flashing signs that something needs to change.” Do not wallow in pity when negative emotions show up in your life. Instead, observe them as an outsider, consider your options, and move forward in a positive way.

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Today’s quote comes from the ancient Roman statesman and philosopher Marcus Tullius Cicero – “Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all the others.” Be thankful each day for the gifts you have and use gratitude as the water to help the best things in your life grow.

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Today’s quote comes from Olympic gold and silver medalist in ice dancing, Meryl Davis – “Just remember: to be grateful and thank the people who are there and support you along the way is a great start to success.” Put aside time each week to thank one person – with a phone call or a personal note, handwritten is always a nice touch - who is crucial to your life’s work.

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Today’s quote comes from actor Michael Keaton – “In the household in which I was raised, the themes were pretty simple. 'Work hard. Don't quit. Be appreciative, be thankful, be grateful, be respectful. Also, never whine, never complain. And always, for crying out loud, keep a sense of humor.'” Although simple, this list still takes repeating and practice.

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It’s Thanksgiving Day in the United States, so we have a trio of quotes to mark the occasion.

The first comes from a British author Nigel Hamilton – “Thanksgiving is a time of togetherness and gratitude.”

Next comes a beautiful quote from American poet Henry David Thoreau – “I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual.”

And finally, a question we should ask ourselves today, and every day, from the fictional character Charlie Brown – “What if today, we were grateful for everything?”

Be kind today. Be grateful today. Be thankful today. And as always, get out there and #bebettertoday!

Today’s quote comes from Tecumseh who once said – “When you rise in the morning, give thanks for the light, for your life, for your strength. Give thanks for your food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason to give thanks, the fault lies in yourself.” The advice of Tecumseh is perfect – give thanks as soon as you wake up in the morning. This sets the tone for the day making positivity and thanks the focus.

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Today’s quote comes from the late Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple – “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.” If you have a job that does not evoke those feelings, you either need to change your vocation or you need to find side projects to fill the void.

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Today's quote comes from legendary college basketball coach Bobby Knight – “The will to succeed is important, but what’s more important is the will to prepare.” Our willingness to study and practice will define our lives.

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Today’s quote comes from professor and author Brené Brown - "When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own our stories, we get to write a brave new ending." Don’t let the potential judgment of others stop you from living the actual life you desire.

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