I told my friend Graham that I often cycle the two miles from my house to the town centre but unfortunately there is a big hill on the route. He replied, ‘You mean fortunately.’ He explained that I should be glad of the extra exercise that the hill provided.
My attitude to the hill has now changed. I used to grumble as I approached it but now I tell myself the following. This hill will exercise my heart and lungs. It will help me to lose weight and get fit. It will mean that I live longer. This hill is my friend. Finally as I wend my way up the incline I console myself with the thought of all those silly people who pay money to go to a gym and sit on stationery exercise bicycles when I can get the same value for free. I have a smug smile of satisfaction as I reach the top of the hill.
Problems are there to be faced and overcome. We cannot achieve anything with an easy life. Helen Keller was the first deaf and blind person to gain a University degree. Her activism and writing proved inspirational. She wrote, “Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved.”
One of the main determinants of success in life is our attitude towards adversity. From time to time we all face hardships, problems, accidents, afflictions and difficulties. Some are of our making but many confront us through no fault of our own. Whilst we cannot choose the adversity we can choose our attitude towards it.
Douglas Bader was 21 when in 1931 he had both legs amputated following a flying accident. He was determined to fly again and went on to become one of the leading flying aces in the Battle of Britain with 22 aerial victories over the Germans. He was an inspiration to others during the war. He said, “Don’t listen to anyone who tells you that you can’t do this or that. That’s nonsense. Make up your mind, you’ll never use crutches or a stick, then have a go at everything. Go to school, join in all the games you can. Go anywhere you want to. But never, never let them persuade you that things are too difficult or impossible.”
2016年8月30日星期二
2016年7月10日星期日
Create a Stress-Free Home
If I asked you what words come to mind when you think of your home, what would you say? Would you tell me that it brings you peace every time you walk in the front door? Would you say that the items in your home inspire you and bring you joy every time you look at them? Would you describe your household as organized and calm? A peaceful, calm household that is organized and filled with happiness and laughter is the type of home anyone would love to say they own. It is also the best type of home in which to raise a family. So, how do we ensure that we can describe our homes this way? It’s actually easier than you think, but you must take the first step botox.
Feng Shui is an ancient art and science of creating balance and harmony in our lives by the effective management of our environment; the benefits can be felt almost immediately. Applying feng shui principles to your home is the best way to make quick, effective changes to the dynamics of your family.
Read the following descriptions and note how you feel as you read each one youde.
Now, just by reading those two descriptions I’m sure you could feel how different it would be to live in each home. House number two gives a feeling of calm, joy, and beauty whereas house number one gives a feeling of chaos, depression and stagnancy.
The basic principle behind feng shui is that our environment is a reflection of our lives, either good or bad, because we are connected with them. They are the external representation of who we are. Therefore, if we change or move something in our home we will experience a corresponding change or shift in our life. In essence people can use feng shui to get more of what they want and less of what they don’t want. So, if for 2010 we want to feel less-stressed, to have more balance in our lives and to experience joy and happiness on a regular basis with our children, then we first need to set up the environment for that to take place Office Design.
Feng Shui is an ancient art and science of creating balance and harmony in our lives by the effective management of our environment; the benefits can be felt almost immediately. Applying feng shui principles to your home is the best way to make quick, effective changes to the dynamics of your family.
Read the following descriptions and note how you feel as you read each one youde.
Now, just by reading those two descriptions I’m sure you could feel how different it would be to live in each home. House number two gives a feeling of calm, joy, and beauty whereas house number one gives a feeling of chaos, depression and stagnancy.
The basic principle behind feng shui is that our environment is a reflection of our lives, either good or bad, because we are connected with them. They are the external representation of who we are. Therefore, if we change or move something in our home we will experience a corresponding change or shift in our life. In essence people can use feng shui to get more of what they want and less of what they don’t want. So, if for 2010 we want to feel less-stressed, to have more balance in our lives and to experience joy and happiness on a regular basis with our children, then we first need to set up the environment for that to take place Office Design.
2016年6月5日星期日
If You Were Me How Would You Do
I was ill when I was in sophomore because of high intensity of study pressure and this disease make me to take medicine for four years and now I still have to take medicine and maybe I need to have medicine for all life. The problem is I am single now and I need to have a family but it seems that it is very hard to find a boyfriend because of my problem. To tell the truth I am not that worried but I love my parents I just feel ache when I think of them. They never give me pressure but in my heart I know that they are very worried and because they love me so they will not show out vpark.
In fact I had a boyfriend last year but he is very poor. I am not a realistic girl for me money is not that important. but when we were together he always need my relief. At first when he told me about his situation I empathize with him and will gave him some money when he was lack of money. But at last as time went by he asked me to give him money directly and I can't beared it so I deleted all her contact information from my contacts. To tell the truth I was paradoxical in my heart when I gave him money because I know clearly that this kind of relationship is not balanced(a boy can't relay on a girl) and if we have a family at last we can't afford to bring up a child. but maybe because at that time I am very lonely and need some one to talk to so I chose him JUPAS Interview.
Rencently I think of the things happen in the past and I realize that you don't need to experience all the things sometimes you need to listen to the elder because they have experiense and if you listen to them you will avoid of going in the wrong way. My rebellious period is during my university I remember at that time I regarded myself as a superman and I think I can deal with all the problem. what unbelievable is that I finish three semesters of classes in one semester, and the problem came in the next term I find my head always ache and I can't focus my attention on study, and at last find that I am ill Hong Kong Immigrations.
In fact I had a boyfriend last year but he is very poor. I am not a realistic girl for me money is not that important. but when we were together he always need my relief. At first when he told me about his situation I empathize with him and will gave him some money when he was lack of money. But at last as time went by he asked me to give him money directly and I can't beared it so I deleted all her contact information from my contacts. To tell the truth I was paradoxical in my heart when I gave him money because I know clearly that this kind of relationship is not balanced(a boy can't relay on a girl) and if we have a family at last we can't afford to bring up a child. but maybe because at that time I am very lonely and need some one to talk to so I chose him JUPAS Interview.
Rencently I think of the things happen in the past and I realize that you don't need to experience all the things sometimes you need to listen to the elder because they have experiense and if you listen to them you will avoid of going in the wrong way. My rebellious period is during my university I remember at that time I regarded myself as a superman and I think I can deal with all the problem. what unbelievable is that I finish three semesters of classes in one semester, and the problem came in the next term I find my head always ache and I can't focus my attention on study, and at last find that I am ill Hong Kong Immigrations.
2016年5月16日星期一
A Simple Idea from a Billionaire
It's simple and powerful.
The philosophy of successful people is often easy to understand.
The more I look at how successful people got that way, the more I realize how straightforward they think Dream beauty pro.
For example, consider these comments from Mark Cuban, billionaire, mercurial owner of the Dallas Mavericks, and star of the reality TV series "The Benefactor."
When asked the key to recognizing opportunity, he sites doing one's homework as the most important factor.
"The hard part is doing the homework to know if the idea could work in an industry," he says. "Then doing the preparation to be able to execute on the idea."
He admits that he does not have original ideas. He combines existing ideas in unique ways that no one else is doing. Of course, he knows no one else is doing it because he has thoroughly studied his industry.
He says that the characteristics of an entrepreneur are willingness to learn, focus, ability to absorb information, and no illusions about competitors' desire to overtake you.
Cuban says that when he set the goal to retire at 35, he studied everything he could find about business and the industries that interested him. He actually considered any job as a paid opportunity to learn more about a business Dream beauty pro.
He advises entrepreneurs to learn as much about their businesses as possible and never take shortcuts. Over and over again, he emphasizes homework, superior knowledge, the drive to learn, and the need to get to work.
Nothing complicated in this philosophy, is there?
Anyone could adopt his ideas and do well at anything.
Regardless of your dream, if you do your homework, you greatly enhance your odds of success.
Do yourself a favor. Do your homework.
It's simple and insures success Dream beauty pro.
And you can be your own benefactor.
The philosophy of successful people is often easy to understand.
The more I look at how successful people got that way, the more I realize how straightforward they think Dream beauty pro.
For example, consider these comments from Mark Cuban, billionaire, mercurial owner of the Dallas Mavericks, and star of the reality TV series "The Benefactor."
When asked the key to recognizing opportunity, he sites doing one's homework as the most important factor.
"The hard part is doing the homework to know if the idea could work in an industry," he says. "Then doing the preparation to be able to execute on the idea."
He admits that he does not have original ideas. He combines existing ideas in unique ways that no one else is doing. Of course, he knows no one else is doing it because he has thoroughly studied his industry.
He says that the characteristics of an entrepreneur are willingness to learn, focus, ability to absorb information, and no illusions about competitors' desire to overtake you.
Cuban says that when he set the goal to retire at 35, he studied everything he could find about business and the industries that interested him. He actually considered any job as a paid opportunity to learn more about a business Dream beauty pro.
He advises entrepreneurs to learn as much about their businesses as possible and never take shortcuts. Over and over again, he emphasizes homework, superior knowledge, the drive to learn, and the need to get to work.
Nothing complicated in this philosophy, is there?
Anyone could adopt his ideas and do well at anything.
Regardless of your dream, if you do your homework, you greatly enhance your odds of success.
Do yourself a favor. Do your homework.
It's simple and insures success Dream beauty pro.
And you can be your own benefactor.
2016年4月5日星期二
Cope With Your Shortcomings
If you want to be happy, you should do your utmost to prevent yourself from things that can hold you back in life. Life challenges and failures help you discover and develop your unique gifts, talents and strengths. The main point is not to allow various limitations to steal your happiness.
People often find real or imagined characteristics and traits that are very harmful to their self-esteem. You should realize that every failure can be a push to your success, because negative experience usually changes your prior principles and makes you look for other ways to reach your goals HKUE DSE.
If you really want to do something with your shortcomings, you should recognize and acknowledge their origin. It will be the first step to your progress. I hope the tips mentioned below will help you move forward to a wonderful future and prevent your shortcomings from spoiling your life.
When you feel that your shortcomings are making you dependant on them, you should suppose that they can come in handy in future. If you make a proper examination of the problem, you can find out that your shortcoming is a real blessing and one day it will change your life for better. Some life events may also help you understand that it isn’t a shortcoming at all, but a short-term habit HKUE DSE.
I think that the only right way to stop suffering from your shortcomings is to turn them into your advantage. If you don’t know how to do it, you can ask someone you trust about your shortcomings. You may receive a great number of ideas on how to use them to your advantage. If you are mega active and this trait causes a problem in your life, then you should lead a lifestyle that will correspond to your temper. An active job will fulfill your expectations. Furthermore, your shortcoming can enhance your career opportunities and stimulate your progress.
One of the most important steps is the analysis of your shortcomings. I mean you should identify their nature, because many shortcomings can be triggered by certain events and situations. It may also be the trait of your character. Moreover, you should learn about what stimulates and oppresses them. You are the only one who can explore your inner world and change something inside the way you’d like HKUE DSE.
People often find real or imagined characteristics and traits that are very harmful to their self-esteem. You should realize that every failure can be a push to your success, because negative experience usually changes your prior principles and makes you look for other ways to reach your goals HKUE DSE.
If you really want to do something with your shortcomings, you should recognize and acknowledge their origin. It will be the first step to your progress. I hope the tips mentioned below will help you move forward to a wonderful future and prevent your shortcomings from spoiling your life.
When you feel that your shortcomings are making you dependant on them, you should suppose that they can come in handy in future. If you make a proper examination of the problem, you can find out that your shortcoming is a real blessing and one day it will change your life for better. Some life events may also help you understand that it isn’t a shortcoming at all, but a short-term habit HKUE DSE.
I think that the only right way to stop suffering from your shortcomings is to turn them into your advantage. If you don’t know how to do it, you can ask someone you trust about your shortcomings. You may receive a great number of ideas on how to use them to your advantage. If you are mega active and this trait causes a problem in your life, then you should lead a lifestyle that will correspond to your temper. An active job will fulfill your expectations. Furthermore, your shortcoming can enhance your career opportunities and stimulate your progress.
One of the most important steps is the analysis of your shortcomings. I mean you should identify their nature, because many shortcomings can be triggered by certain events and situations. It may also be the trait of your character. Moreover, you should learn about what stimulates and oppresses them. You are the only one who can explore your inner world and change something inside the way you’d like HKUE DSE.
2016年2月25日星期四
"Blue Moon" to the party
Once in a blue moon there is one on New Year's Eve. Revelers ringing in 2010 will be treated to a so-called blue moon. According to popular definition, a blue moon is the second full moon in a month. But don't expect it to be blue - the name has nothing to do with the color of our closest celestial neighbor.
A full moon occurred on December 2. It will appear again on Thursday in time for the New Year's countdown hong kong macao.
"If you're in Times Square, you'll see the full moon right above you. It's going to be that brilliant," said Jack Horkheimer, director emeritus of the Miami Space Transit Planetarium and host of a weekly astronomy TV show.
The New Year's Eve blue moon will be visible in the United States, Canada, Europe, South America and Africa. For partygoers in Australia and Asia, the full moon does not show up until New Year's Day, making January a blue moon month for them.
However, the Eastern Hemisphere can celebrate with a partial lunar eclipse on New Year's Eve when part of the moon enters the Earth's shadow. The eclipse will not be visible in the Americas.
A full moon occurs every 29.5 days, and most years have 12. On average, an extra full moon in a month - a blue moon - occurs every 2.5 years. The last time there was a lunar double take was in May 2007. New Year's Eve blue moons are rarer, occurring every 19 years. The last time was in 1990; the next one won't come again until 2028 Aveeno.
Blue moons have no astronomical significance, said Greg Laughlin, an astronomer at the University of California, Santa Cruz.
"`Blue moon' is just a name in the same sense as a `hunter's moon' or a `harvest moon,'" Laughlin said in an e-mail.
The popular definition of blue moon came about after a writer for Sky & Telescope magazine in 1946 misinterpreted the Maine Farmer's Almanac and labeled a blue moon as the second full moon in a month. In fact, the almanac defined a blue moon as the third full moon in a season with four full moons, not the usual three.
Though Sky & Telescope corrected the error decades later, the definition caught on. For purists, however, this New Year's Eve full moon doesn't even qualify as a blue moon. It's just the first full moon of the winter season.
In a tongue-in-cheek essay posted on the magazine's Web site this week, senior contributing editor Kelly Beatty wrote: "If skies are clear when I'm out celebrating, I'll take a peek at that brilliant orb as it rises over the Boston skyline to see if it's an icy shade of blue. Or maybe I'll just howl Aveeno."
A full moon occurred on December 2. It will appear again on Thursday in time for the New Year's countdown hong kong macao.
"If you're in Times Square, you'll see the full moon right above you. It's going to be that brilliant," said Jack Horkheimer, director emeritus of the Miami Space Transit Planetarium and host of a weekly astronomy TV show.
The New Year's Eve blue moon will be visible in the United States, Canada, Europe, South America and Africa. For partygoers in Australia and Asia, the full moon does not show up until New Year's Day, making January a blue moon month for them.
However, the Eastern Hemisphere can celebrate with a partial lunar eclipse on New Year's Eve when part of the moon enters the Earth's shadow. The eclipse will not be visible in the Americas.
A full moon occurs every 29.5 days, and most years have 12. On average, an extra full moon in a month - a blue moon - occurs every 2.5 years. The last time there was a lunar double take was in May 2007. New Year's Eve blue moons are rarer, occurring every 19 years. The last time was in 1990; the next one won't come again until 2028 Aveeno.
Blue moons have no astronomical significance, said Greg Laughlin, an astronomer at the University of California, Santa Cruz.
"`Blue moon' is just a name in the same sense as a `hunter's moon' or a `harvest moon,'" Laughlin said in an e-mail.
The popular definition of blue moon came about after a writer for Sky & Telescope magazine in 1946 misinterpreted the Maine Farmer's Almanac and labeled a blue moon as the second full moon in a month. In fact, the almanac defined a blue moon as the third full moon in a season with four full moons, not the usual three.
Though Sky & Telescope corrected the error decades later, the definition caught on. For purists, however, this New Year's Eve full moon doesn't even qualify as a blue moon. It's just the first full moon of the winter season.
In a tongue-in-cheek essay posted on the magazine's Web site this week, senior contributing editor Kelly Beatty wrote: "If skies are clear when I'm out celebrating, I'll take a peek at that brilliant orb as it rises over the Boston skyline to see if it's an icy shade of blue. Or maybe I'll just howl Aveeno."
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