There is great joy in the little things in life.  Little things make me laugh and bring me great joy. Joyous events of great magnitude make me happy, of course, but the small events add up in life and become the foundation of what brings me happiness and peace.  I partake in the little joys that happen around me each day. My baby's smile, my puppy's exuberance, and even the aroma of my morning coffee bring me happiness. If I look around, I can always find something to be joyful about in that m...

My life has remarkable worth. I am an individual created for a grand purpose. I am the only one in this world who can do what I am called to do. There are people who love me more than they are able to express. My family, my friends, and my colleagues think the world of me. Even if we fail to see eye to eye at times, they still have great respect for me. Even when I feel overlooked by others, I am still valuable. Many people notice my work, and those people may never get the chance to tell m...

  Scooby-Doo is the longest-running cartoon on television. You might enjoy watching it just for laughs and to see the villains brought to justice. However, there is one more mystery it can help solve. How do high achievers reach their goals? It can be difficult to determine what you want from life and your priorities. Even when determining your goals, you often encounter obstacles or lose motivation. Yet, Scooby and his friends stay on the trail even when trapped in haunted houses and chased ...

Anxiety blocks my potential. I achieve my greatest potential when I allow myself to have a clear mind. Removing anxious thoughts gives me the opportunity to focus on what is ahead. Unexpected situations arise at work, but I avoid feeling uneasy about resolving them. I know that my experience is sound and serves as a guide for decision making. Embracing self-confidence relieves me of anxiety. I constantly tell myself that I am capable. This mantra gives me a meaningful boost. Staying calm giv...

My life has remarkable worth.  I am an individual created for a grand purpose. I am the only one in this world who can do what I am called to do.  There are people who love me more than they are able to express. My family, my friends, and my colleagues think the world of me. Even if we fail to see eye to eye at times, they still have great respect for me. Even when I feel overlooked by others, I am still valuable. Many people notice my work, and those people may never get the chance to tell m...

I am allowed to cry.  I know that crying can be good for me. I give myself permission to let my tears fall.  Crying relieves my stress. My tears help to wash toxins and stress hormones out of my body. I feel cleansed and refreshed. Crying shows me where I want to make changes in my life. I look for the reasons behind my anger and sadness. I work at becoming more assertive or dealing with rejection. I find more constructive ways to handle situations that disturb me.  Crying gives me an opport...

Loneliness is something most people try to avoid. But being alone is an inevitable part of life. It happens to everyone at some time or another. It is important to be able to separate solitude from loneliness and to understand what is behind your feelings so you can embrace being alone. Work Out the Root Cause of Your Fear of Loneliness Some scientists believe loneliness is a basic emotion on a par with fear and anger. For millions of years, survival relied on being part of a group; being ...

I owe it to myself to manage my anger in acceptable ways to avoid regret. Although anger is a completely natural life process, what I do with that anger rests on my shoulders.  Anger has tangible physical effects on the body, such as a rise in blood pressure, tightening of the muscles, and clouded thoughts. I use three simple relaxation techniques to assist me in managing my anger so I can remain calm: breathing exercises, muscle stretching, and mental reasoning. When I find myself face to fac...

Spending time by myself is an excellent way to recharge my battery. I feel relaxed and energized whenever I have the opportunity to spend time alone. Solitude has many wonderful advantages. There are numerous things I can accomplish alone that would be difficult to do in the presence of others. While others may feel lonely, I cherish the time I have to myself. I use my time wisely by reading about topics that enrich my life. I also love to spend the time exploring my hobbies. Sometimes, I can e...