I received this from my dear sister in law in an email (that is how we use to do it in the olden days) and had to share it, with a spin. I do not know the author and wish I did because I added my thoughts in red, because this is my blog (and I can if I want to) besides it's how I see it. All in fun and I hope you enjoy. Cheers!
HANDBOOK 2009
Health:
1. Drink plenty of water. (exactly how much is plenty, I don't know, but it's more than a little)
2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar...can I be the Queen instead?
3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants...and certainly don't eat manufactured plants, it's totally illegal.
4. Live with the 3 E's -- Energy, Enthusiasm and Empathy... or take Abilify if that is not possible
5. Make time to pray...and then really pray in that time...but not that your enemy would be struck down...no matter how tempting.
6. Play more games...however, be cautious of online gambling.
7. Read more books than you did in 2008. This should be a no brainer...no pun intended
8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day...sitting at lights does not count.
9. Sleep for 7 hours...nightly
10. Take a 10-30 minutes walk daily. And while you walk, smile...it's good exercise for your face
Personality:
11. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about...and you probably wouldn't want it anyway.
12. Don't have negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment...but should the moment not be positive...think on happy things to get there, like winning the lottery or winning the lottery!
13. Don't over do. Keep your limits...this could be tough if you follow "the sky is the limit" philosophy. Just say no...it's more fun.
14. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does...seriously!
15. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip...unless it's really juicy.
16. Dream more while you are awake...this can be dangerous, go back to #9 if necessary.
17. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need. But is it okay to dream about it if you are awake?
18. Forget issues of the past. Don't remind your loved ones with his/her mistakes of the past, that will ruin your present happiness. Forget? You mean denial...that is some good $#@*!
19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. Don't hate others. Just spread nasty rumors, it's fun and you will feel much better.
20. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil the present...But if it's already stinkin' then it's all your fault (see #20) and you should Refer to #18
21. No one is in charge of your happiness except you...and so it's all your fault otherwise!
22. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn
will last a lifetime...uh, I failed Algebra...twice...at least I think it was Algebra.
23. Smile and laugh more...but not where you make others feel uncomfortable, right?
24. You don't have to win every argument. (yes Ido) Agree to disagree, and you may even disagree with yourself to really save face.
Society:
25. Call your family often. But don't call them names!
26. Each day give something good to others...by all means if you are going to 'give' make it real good!
27. Forgive everyone for everything...but don't condone the bad stuff!
28. Spend time w/ people over the age of 70 & under the age of 6...volunteer at a preschool and assisted living home as this will definitely make you successful at #'s 4-26, but beware of #13
29. Try to make at least three people smile each day...start with yourself and then you're down to just two.
30. What other people think of you is none of your business...and they are in direct violation of #11 and 15!
31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch. At least get a Face Book page...really.
Life:
32.. Do the right thing! You will look better when you see your reflection.
33. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful...except your spouse, they might be on one of those "journey's", see #11
34. GOD heals everything...eventually
35. However good or bad a situation is, it will change...eventually.
36. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up...on time preferably.
37. The best is yet to come. Says who?
38. When you awake alive in the morning, thank GOD for it...then think of two other things you are thankful for, take an antidepressant and a good day is sure to follow, I think.
39. Your Inner most is always happy. So, be happy...damn it!
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