Good morning! Optimism is a key that opens doors and opportunities. There is a story about a man who is locked in a room with a closed door. He is frustrated, negative and miserable. "I'll never be able to get out of here with that door closed," he mumbles while sitting and staring at the doorknob. He is so busy staring at the closed door that he never notices the open window.

Negativity causes people to focus only on what can't be, while missing all the avenues that can lead to opportunity and success. Optimism makes people more pleasant to be around and an optimist is bound to enjoy life and live a fuller life than that of a pessimist.

Sometimes our negativity is verbal and directed outward at society or others in our home. Other times we may say negative statements to ourselves like, "I look terrible today," or "I'll never accomplish what I want." These statements are harmful and eat away at our self-image.

Optimism, appreciation, faith and belief are some of life's most important survival tools. We need to practice them and cherish them daily so we can pass them onto others.

Your Turn: Be aware that negative statements often turn into negative outcomes. Look for the positive in situations and encourage your child to do the same.

Today's Affirmation: Each day I demonstrate optimism, appreciation, faith and belief.

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Summer Special

August 4 - 31

Register for any online class and receive a voucher to use for another course-- free!Register for 2 courses, receive 2 vouchers.
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Register for any of the seven online classes below and for each class you register for you will receive a voucher for another course of your choice free. Vouchers are good for 2 years.
 

Here are the seven classes remaining in 2009:

Starts August 26: Searching for Something: How to discover and live your values, passions and purpose
Starts August 10: Paper Piles & Files: How to build a manageable file and reference system for archival paper
Starts September 7: High Energy Living: 5 Weeks to Optimal Energy and Rejuvenate Mind, Body & Soul
Starts September 14: Extreme Home Makeover: 10 Weeks to the Home You Want

Starts October 10: The 10 Weeks of Christmas: Your Journey to a Stress-Free and Celebratory Holiday

Starts October 26: Everyday Paper Piles: How to Manage Every Day Paper and Stay On Top of It (Instead of Beneath!)
Starts November 9: Self-Discovery Workshop

To learn more about any of these course please visit:http://www.maketodaymatter.net/classes.htm