Smile In That Mirror

 Smile In That Mirror

“Some days the win is just that you didn’t quit. That counts more than you think.”

Some days seem really tough, and what we need to remember at the end of those days is that ‘we didn’t quit and we did our best.’

In times of hardship, we cannot always think clearly, we just carry on through our day.

At the end of the day, look in the mirror and smile at yourself.

Say out loud:

“You did it! You got through a difficult day, be proud of yourself!”

This will build up your confidence and make you ‘feel’ good.

This is so good for your mental and emotional well-being.

This message, that simply enduring through a difficult day is a “win”, strengthens our belief and our faith in ourselves.

Embracing this supports our hold on life.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Clara Bow

Acknowledge The Goodness

Acknowledge The Goodness

“Gratitude teaches us that life blooms beautifully when we water it with appreciation instead of worry.”

The practice of “gratitude” is a beacon of hope in the uncertain world we live in.

Our lives will flourish beautifully when we nurture, nourish and cultivate appreciation for the love, kindness and beauty that we experience every day.

Gratitude is defined as the acknowledgment of the goodness that is in our individual lives.

We need to practice this every day in our lives to avoid the worry and anxiety which can lead to depression.

The positive will always be stronger than the negative.

Gratitude focuses on the optimism in our lives, encouraging us to ‘live in the moment.’

All of this will cultivate in us that increased sense of purpose which we all want.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Bette Davis

 

Embrace The Beauty Of Life

Embrace The Beauty Of Life

“Happiness comes from appreciating the small moments that remind you life is still beautiful.”

We are all so very busy in our lives that it would do us good to just stop and ‘savour’ the small aspects of our lives.

Enjoy a warm drink.

Look at the sunset.

Embrace a loved one.

To appreciate these ‘small’ things in our lives reminds us that life is beautiful and good.

Our lives become ‘richer’ and more stable when we do this.

The fast-paced world we live in is dominated by technology, so any time we take to ‘go back to nature’ will only benefit us mentally, physically and emotionally.

There is beauty in every moment of our lives, we just need to “see” it and cherish it.

A child laughing.

A morning stroll.

A good home-made dinner.

All of these, when written down in a Gratitude Journal, reminds us that there is beauty in living everyday.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Mae West

 

Celebrate And Encourage

 Celebrate And Encourage

“A kind heart makes you a beautiful person, no matter what you look like.”

There is a growing school of thought that true beauty is determined by the virtues of kindness, compassion and empathy a person displays towards another person.

Regardless of a person’s ‘appearance’, their kind heart makes him or her “beautiful.”

Many today champion this thought that a kind heart and empathy towards others is a principle for true beauty.

This kindness contributes to a person’s happiness and a smile always makes anybody look beautiful.

Embracing kindness as the foundation to true beauty is intense and deep.

This reflects the character of a person and not just their physical appearance.

It is important to celebrate and encourage kindness, which is beautiful.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Anne Lister

You Are Both

 You Are Both

“The fact that you’re still trying is proof of your strength.”

I love this quote.

It is something positive that we should keep in our minds every single day of our lives.

The world we live in presents us with challenges throughout our lives, which do test our determination and resilience

As we learn from each struggle, turning it into an opportunity, our hold on life itself becomes stronger.

We must also remember our Mental Health.

It takes trust and strength to ask for help, and it proves to everyone how much you love life and want to be happy.

Continuous effort, in the face of obstacles, shows our strength of character.

Life is a series of ups and downs, even as the seasons change the scenery of the Earth.

This is beauty and strength in everyday life 

—

And you are both!

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Rosa Lewis

Foster Unity And Peace

Foster Unity And Peace

“The kindness you give today may become the hope someone carries tomorrow.”

None of us know what the other is going through, which is why we should always be kind to each other.

The world we live in is ‘characterized’ by the struggles and challenges we face every day, but the power of kindness is a beacon of hope.

Being kind to a complete stranger can lift his or her spirit, possibly during a dark time in their lives.

Even Martin Luther King Jr. appreciated the ‘reality’ of kindness when he said:

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that.”

This reminds us that kindness eclipses hate and despair, fostering unity and peace.

Cultivating kindness as an individual means cultivating kindness as a society.

Let’s embrace the power of kindness as it inspires peace.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Elizabeth Barrett Browning

 

Why Wait?

 Why Wait?

“Rain never asks the flowers if they’re ready. Growth doesn’t wait for perfect timing.”

“Life” is relentless in its pursuit to grow.

It doesn't care if it’s raining, snowing or sunny, nothing stops “Life” from moving forwards and growing.

We are a part of this “Life” and should be the same.

There really is no such thing as ‘perfect timing’.

The ‘perfect time’ is “now” because we are alive, breathing and can do anything today.

This encourages us to have control of our lives.

Embracing life, with all of its challenges and opportunities inspires us to flourish in our individual lives.

To learn from every challenge and understand every opportunity.

Rain waters flowers and they grow into beautiful blooms of different colours and perfumes.

Let’s ‘water’ our minds and our lives now, and find peace and happiness today.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Nellie Bly

Look After Your Future

Look After Your Future

“Protect your mind. It’s the home your future has to live in.”

The one part of our body which will ‘control’ our whole lives is our “minds”.

The mind controls what we remember, believe, aspire to, dream, how we live, as well as the physical functions of our bodies.

Along with the heart, the mind is the most important ‘organ’ of our bodies.

“It’s the home your future has to live in.”

We need to protect our minds!

We will be laying a strong foundation for our future success and, more importantly, our future happiness.

Today, mental health is very much in the forefront of medicine.

In many cases, ‘fix’ the mind and you can fix the person.

This starts within ourselves and within our homes.

When we prioritize our own mental health, we are looking after our own futures.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Mary Shelley

 

Move Forwards In Happiness

Move Forwards In Happiness

“You know you’re on the right track when you’re not interested in looking back.”

This reflects a mindset which is focused on growth and progression.

Embracing the future while letting go of past burdens is vital for personal, as well as societal, advancement.

Very often, the only way to progress is to let go of ‘old ideas’.

For example, in the past it was believed that the Earth was flat.

We now know that our planet is round and this is what is taught in schools.

Our own individual lives are no different.

When we start to think of today and look forward to the future, we know that we have let go of the past, and that the past no longer has that hold on us.

We need to do this if we want to move forward in our happiness in our lives.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

 

Jane Austen

A Tranquil Mind

A Tranquil Mind

“The calmer you are, the clearer you think. Let your decisions come from a place of peace, not reaction.”

The calmer we are, the healthier we are!

Our blood pressure stays where it should be and our minds are clear, so we can think better.

This is the place we need to make our decisions from, because then we will make the right decisions for us personally.

In today’s world, emotions very often ‘dictate’ how we do things.

However, a tranquil mind will lead to better decision-making and problem-solving skills.

It is important to remain calm when facing challenges, for both our mental and physical health.

Decisions rooted in peace can transform society.

Society starts with the individual.

When we are all trying to do this, our neighbourhoods become happier and safer places to live.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Angela Burdett-Coutts

 

A Healthier And Happier Life

 A Healthier And Happier Life

“Don’t be scared to start all over, you might like your new story better.”

The beauty of having our own lives in our own hands is the fact that we can start again, as many times as we need to.

Sometimes, we find ourselves in a ‘rut’ or at crossroads and just do not know what to do.

Why not start again?

You have experience from past challenges and a “dream” that you would love to come true.

“Reinvention” is not just an option but a necessity if we want a healthier and happier life.

Stepping out of our comfort zone teaches us new skills which will help our future-selves, as well as keeping us steady in today’s life.

Personal fulfillment is a must if we want to use today to make a better future.

Starting over is an opportunity to grow in ourselves, and to make sure that we will have happiness, joy and peace in our lives, today and tomorrow.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Edith Cavell

It's Natural

It’s Natural

“You should sit in nature for twenty minutes a day. Unless you’re busy, then you should sit for an hour.”

Taking time out of our day to reconnect with nature will greatly enhance our mental, physical and emotional well-being.

This gives us the peace we need and deserve to stay ‘well’ in ourselves.

Having this as a part of our day, every single day, will benefit us in ways that a ‘tablet’ never could.

We need to sit in nature every day to keep our feet on the ground, to breathe the fresh air and to just ‘calm down’.

We all live busy lives and this is the best way to look after ourselves.

The longer we are in nature, the stronger our hold on life will be.

This is the best possible way of practising “Self-Care”.

Sitting in nature invites reflection, mindfulness and peace.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Gisella Perl

 

Make Room For The Future!

Make Room For The Future!

“Let go of what’s behind you, the best is chasing you down. Make space for it.”

We need to let go of the past in order to make room for the future.

No matter what we have gone through, ‘the best is yet to come.’

This is crucial for our mental well-being.

To clear the mind of past failures and hurts means that we can replace these with happier and more joyful memories.

Keeping the future focused in our minds keeps us focused on hopeful thoughts, building up confidence in ourselves.

Embrace new opportunities, encourage inspiration in life, and see your life transform into a stronger and happier life.

Accept any past mistakes, forgive yourself, and let go of the past.

Make room for the future!

The ability to move forward allows us to ‘grow’ personally and to progress to the kind of future that we would like to have.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Edith Wharton

 

Let's Do The Same

 Let’s Do The Same

“Even after the hardest storms, beautiful things can bloom.”

There is always hope!

Even though many challenges come our way, causing difficult circumstances, we come through these stronger in ourselves.

In this way we grow beautifully.

We come to realize that we can believe in ourselves and have that confidence that we will get through ‘the next storm’ with a smile on our faces.

From a mental point of view, when we do our best to think positive thoughts in the good times, when the bad times come along, we will get through them in an optimistic way.

This strengthens our minds and our personalities.

In nature, a rainbow comes out after a storm, and the flowers ‘raise their heads’ up towards the warmth of the sun.

Let’s do the same in our everyday lives.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Madame Marie Tussaud

Inspire Yourself To Go Further

 Inspire Yourself To Go Further

“Slow progress is better than no progress. Stay positive and don’t give up.”

This kind of mindset promotes resilience and perseverance, as well as growth.

Going at speed, you cannot always get a firm hold on something.

Whereas, going slowly and making slow but sure progress often means that we’ve got a stronger grip and better understanding of the subject.

When we dedicate our time to a subject which is important to us, we see improvement in our lives.

This also builds confidence in ourselves because we know how much time we have put into something.

No action, no matter how small, is insignificant.

This also encourages us to embrace and navigate change.

Because it is slow progress, we can actually see it, which inspires us to go further in our lives.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Elizabeth Fry

Stay Focused On "You"

 Stay Focused On “You”

“You are the greatest project you’ll ever work on. Restart. Reset. Refocus. As many times as you need."

Investing time in ourselves and in improving our own skills is the best way to strengthen our hold on life.

This is a good way to do ‘self-reflection.’

Look at yourself and your life and ‘choose’ to work on yourself.

It is your life and you have the right to restart and refocus as many times as you want and need to.

Too many times we have compared ourselves to others when we haven’t even begun to see our own ‘worth.’

Focusing on our strengths, rather than our weaknesses, can only improve our mental health.

Reflecting on our personal growth allows us to see where we want to improve in our individual lives.

Stay focused on “ You.”

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Leonora Cohen

Seek Approval From Yourself

Seek Approval From Yourself

“Growth begins the day you stop chasing approval and start choosing self-respect.”

When we prioritize self-respect, we ‘unlock’ our true potential, and encourage personal growth.

Respecting ourselves shows that we recognize our own worth and live in accordance with our own values.

This way we start to grow as a person, because we are no longer seeking approval from others but only from ourselves.

Ceasing to chase approval from others gives us the time to explore and discover our own unique abilities, skills and talents.

By doing this, we start to become stable in our lives and have stability in our minds.

We want to be ‘true to ourselves’ and can only do this by becoming the best version of ourselves that we can and accepting ourselves.

All of this will have a good effect on our relationships with our loved ones.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Marie Curie

 

Be Considerate

Be Considerate

“The best way to start the day is with a cup of positivity.”

This is so good for the mind!

To wake up and start the day with a positive thought, will make your day a much more enjoyable day.

This kind of positivity can come through uplifting thoughts, affirmations and a constructive routine.

Positive thinking reduces stress and encourages resilience.

Also, when someone starts their day with a cup of positivity, he or she is more likely to be kind and considerate towards others.

This will also encourage us to appreciate our lives and accept ourselves for who we really are.

We want to harness this power of positivity through meditation and gratitude.

All of this will also encourage others to be positive in their own lives.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

 

Irena Sendler

In A Confident Light

 In A Confident Light

“Always follow the path that lifts you up and lights your way.”

This shows us that passion and direction is important in our lives.

We need to find a ‘path’ which brightens up our lives with hope, positivity and optimism.

Following a ‘path’ which encourages gratitude, happiness and joy can only strengthen our hold on life.

This will also show that we are responsible for our own lives and have control of our lives.

Very often when we are passionate about something, we put our souls into it, which starts to prove that we are starting to trust ourselves.

There are so many obstacles that could stop us, but we must turn these into opportunities so that we will be able to see that ‘path’ which builds us up and encourages us to see and love our lives in a confident light.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Florence Nightingale

"Ecotherapy"

“Ecotherapy”

“Nature is the greatest place to heal and recharge.”

The Earth provides us with everything we need to live and enjoy life.

Nature has often been called a refuge for healing and resting, as well as for rebuilding and rejuvenation.

The natural world is all around us, and we need to remember this.

The natural type of healing is the best for our mental and our physical health.

And it is free for anyone who takes time out of their busy lives to enjoy nature.

Nature can and does nurture the human spirit.

‘Ecotherapy’ promotes mental health through outdoor activities and ‘nature immersion.’

The beauty of this therapy is that we can do this ourselves, every single day of our lives.

This also contributes to our emotional and psychological well-being.

LIVE AND LOVE LIFE!

Anne Frank