Tag Archives: positive attitude

Remind Yourself to Smile (It’s Good for Your Health)

Can we say enough about smiling? I know that it can become almost trite to hear someone remind you to smile (me) or to hear those reminders about how much more likely people are to smile back if you smile first…blah, blah, blah, as some of my friends tend to say. The truth is, however, that when things are getting tough and ragged, sometimes reminding yourself to just generate a smile can change a day from bumpy to at least somewhat smoother. And, as single parents, I think we need all the tricks we can gather! I cannot remember where … Continue reading →

You Are What You Think!

Posted on by

“If your mind can conceive it, you can achieve it!” Believe it or not, your mind is listening to everything you say and think about yourself. If you spend your time filling your mind with negative self-talk like “I’m so fat”, “I really need to lose weight”, “I look so fat in this outfit” then your mind will make it so. Even if you don’t look fat or need to lose weight, your mind is the control center for your body and will make sure that you eventually do. Tell yourself (or others) that you’re fat and even if you … Continue reading →

Marriage Tips: Zest (Enthusiasm)

Zest is a great Z word. It’s also a great word to apply to our marriages. It means passion, relish, gusto! It means an upbeat, positive attitude and a sense of enthusiasm for your spouse, your relationship, and for everyday that you and the one you love have together. If we greet each day with such enthusiasm, how can we have anything but a positive experience? Don’t let worries, fears, or problems, keep you from enjoying each day you spend with the man or woman you love. Of course it isn’t possible to always be cheerful and upbeat, but we … Continue reading →