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Carolyn Smagalski
Self Respect
Founder - Editor - Host
In his classic poem,
To a Louse,
Robert Burns,(1759–1796) wrote:
"O wad some Power the giftie gie us
To see oursel's as ithers see us!"
The language is a bit straddled from what you may be
accustomed to, but the concept is accurate, isn't it? It is
amazing how powerful appearances are - how our exterior
reflects what is inside.
"There is nothing like returning to a place that remains
unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have
altered," said Nelson Mandela. Hopefully, you will have
developed your personal self far beyond the point from which
you began. You will have become more observant, finding
yourself with greater ability to assess situations,
opportunities and challenges.
Washington Irving concluded, "An inexhaustible good nature is
one of the most precious gifts of heaven, spreading itself
like oil over the troubled sea of thought, and keeping the
mind smooth and equable in the roughest weather." Napoleon
Hill, as well, believed that "A positive mental attitude,
observedly, heads the list of the things that make men rich."
If you can recall a time in your life when you were faced by
great challenge and maintained a positive attitude, both on
the exterior and within your spirit, you will have a clear
understanding of the power of those words. When you face
challenges with an upbeat attitude, you will more easily
enlist the cooperation of others to help you reach your
goals. Your goals may not be egocentric in the
least…particularly when faced with extreme challenge. Extreme
challenges usually impact many people who are depending on you
for a favorable outcome, so it is vitally important that you
gain support by tapping into services and providers who can
open avenues for success. A pleasant demeanor serves as
strong resource, and develops bonds of friendship that can
support you in the future.
"In the depths of winter I finally learned there was in me an
invincible summer," wrote Albert Camus.
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