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Sunday, November 30
Thursday, November 27
Today Is The Biggest Day........... 11/27/14
Good morning everyone. Many suffer from worry, depression, frustration, self-loathing. An Attitude of Gratitude coun-teracts these ills. Cherishing our loved ones and counting our blessings are key.
Thank you for dropping by. This is the central day of this inn. May this Thanksgiving Day be the best ever.
Thankfulness depends not upon
Thank you for dropping by. This is the central day of this inn. May this Thanksgiving Day be the best ever.
Thankfulness depends not upon
Wednesday, November 26
Tomorrow, The Greatest Day of This Inn ..... 11/26/14
Tuesday, November 25
Growth Requires Effort---Reaping What We Sow......... 11/25/14
I awoke tonight at 10:45 p.m. after conking out on the couch while reading. My body has more sense than me. Pre-cious, my cat, was curled at my feet. Not done before, us being together since June. She's letting me know I rate.
Normally, I work late on Tuesday night. It is holiday time, I caught a break. Tonight, I'm reviewing
Normally, I work late on Tuesday night. It is holiday time, I caught a break. Tonight, I'm reviewing
Monday, November 24
Saturday, November 22
The Demon of Denial ................ 11/22/14
“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” John F. Kennedy |
Denial is entirely different. When one is in it, he becomes defensive, perhaps agitated, or argumentative---justifying his perspective. Such responses indicate that the demon of denial has appeared.
When relating with others, and this monster lurks, I don't debate with them. There's no point arguing with a drunk person. When we're in denial we are emotionally intoxicated, beyond reasoning.
Besides, when there's a difference of opinion, I don't argue; I share my position, leaving it at that. It's not my role to convince. I find heated discussions unproductive; they're only good for escalating tension, creating ill-will. Who wants that?
It was interesting noting this man's overt denial as we spoke about this very subject. It's not my job to change anyone. There is only one God. I am not Him.
I let this mentee know I will not avoid reminding him of this demon of denial that lives within him.
This person's reaction allowed me to know I have better uses of my time than pursuing the subject of denial regarding his relationship with a predatory woman.Faithful are the wounds of a friend but the kisses of the enemy are deceitful. The full soul loathes the honeycomb, but to the hungry soul [the one that doesn't have discernment or recovery] every bitter thing is sweet. Proverbs 27:6-7
Gratitudes:
1. I'm thankful for sanity that happens when I do not pursue fruitless discussions. I have better ways of investing time that offer a better return.
This same person wanted to analyze areas needing growth. I stopped that. We need a different consciousness than the one that created them. Analysis doesn't change anything. Action does. Taking steps, albeit tiny ones, leads to substantial growth. Flowers, oak trees, human physical growth are all incremental; but they provide big results over time.
2. I'm grateful for the progress that occurs when staying in the solution, looking at healthy alternatives when faced with problems. For more about this with specific ideas about doing so, please click here.
Encountering a Hollywood Celebrity
While mentoring this person at a quaint but unfriendly cafe in Corte Madera, there was a smallish guy at the counter, wearing white shorts and a grayish blue t-shirt, his back to us. The person I was with and I were tucked into the bay window that fronted the sidewalk.
The guy at the counter rose, paid his tab, facing me as he walked towards the door. His unshaven face gave a sheepish smile as his blue eyes met my darker ones. He brushed by our table on the way out. It was Robin Williams the actor, comedian. He was shy.
He pulled his over-sized black sunglasses over his face before walking out the door. He got in his black Audi, transporting himself to whatever the day held for him.
3. I'm thankful for life's surprises, excellent weather, the cool bay breezes, clarity of thought when conversing with others and the silent, abundant joy we know when we know our boundaries and adhere to them. This peaceful, abundant joy has another name: serenity.
4. I love my profession.
5. Life is good, the result of having a vision and working towards my goals. As the Greeks said,
6. I'm regularly getting rest. How could I not have an Attitude of Gratitude?If you aim at nothing, that is exactly what you'll get.
You know the routine. I ask if you can share at least three gratitudes when you drop by. You've heard mine. It would be terrific hearing yours.
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Thursday, November 20
Wednesday, November 19
Being Gentle Towards Ourselves 11/19/14
My Gratitudes:
1. Met with friends tonight. Getting back at it. For nearly a month I didn't attend-----was immersed in following my Giants baseball team as they marched on, even-tually becoming national champions.
2. It's fulfilling seeing others getting
1. Met with friends tonight. Getting back at it. For nearly a month I didn't attend-----was immersed in following my Giants baseball team as they marched on, even-tually becoming national champions.
2. It's fulfilling seeing others getting
Tuesday, November 18
The Vision of This Inn.............. 11/18/14
Innkeeper's Note:
I am recuperating from a crazy week and weekend. My sleep has been thrown out of kilter for days, along with my equanimity, though no one would know it. This is what has happened to me, the result of being a public speaker for decades. I have nerves of steel even when disoriented.
Outwardly I am calm, when my soul feels like it has been in the
Sunday, November 16
Calmness In The Eye of the Storm, Part III, Revisited 11/16/14
Troubles are often the tools by which God fashions us for better things. Image: "Countryside: Across the Valley" by Tim Blessed. Copyrighted photo. Used by permission. |
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Tuesday, November 11
Sunday, November 9
Friday, November 7
Seeing Progress 11/7/14
It's that time. Often, here at the inn, we review the high and low points of the week just ending. Here are mine:
High Points
1. I am getting regular, consistent sleep. More often.
2. I am maintaining sobriety regarding use of the internet. I have no problems with drinking. I said internet use. If not careful, I could spend too much time perusing the internet. When I die, I don't think I will say, "I wish I spent more time using my laptop."
3. I am using a new paradigm when working with
High Points
1. I am getting regular, consistent sleep. More often.
2. I am maintaining sobriety regarding use of the internet. I have no problems with drinking. I said internet use. If not careful, I could spend too much time perusing the internet. When I die, I don't think I will say, "I wish I spent more time using my laptop."
3. I am using a new paradigm when working with
Thursday, November 6
Today Is One of the Good Ol' Days We'll Talk About In the Future................. 11/6/14
Image: "Switzerland, Autumn Mist" by Tim Blessed. Copyrighted photo. Used by permission. |
1. For studying. It helps me to contin-ually grow. I milk more out of this day, this week and month, enjoying more of its luscious, intoxicating quali-ties, when I work on my personal growth, daily.
2. For rest. I slept in this morning. Was it needed. It contributes towards