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CLASS: Getting Things Done - Begins 4/26/2010 - Learn More

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New! Good Morning: 101 Positive Sticky Notes to Start the Day

Based on a powerful idea from Brook Noel's beloved books, each of these 101 sticky notes features an inspirational quote and an affirmation. Self-adhesive and perforated, these notes can be peeled off one at a time and posted anywhere you need a positive reminder.
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 I live by this credo: Have a little laugh at life and look around you for happiness instead of sadness. Laughter had always brought me out of unhappy situations. Even in your darkest moment, you usually can find something to laugh about if you try hard enough. -- Red Skelton, 1913-1997, Comedian


Good morning! We all have days that test our ability to remain upbeat and positive. We all have days where it seems every little thing is out to wear us down. Often these days come after several days or weeks of "up time," where we are creating the life we desire.

Some people view these days as the world saying, "I told you so." They use these days as an excuse to let their dreams and hopes go.

I think these days come for a different reason. I think these days are a great opportunity to improve ourselves. While I used to get down on these days too, I had to learn to treat them with the same respect that I did the "good days." Surely, these days much have a purpose. When I approached these days with that attitude, I quickly uncovered their purpose.

These days don't intend to bring a dark cloud to live at our doorstep. These days come to challenge us to see something new-- to remember how to laugh-- to remember what is good. These days ground us and challenge us to explore our core values for the simple and delightful daily rewards of life.

The path of life is never smooth. These "cloudy" days will come and go. We can't hide from these days and "wait for a better one." There simply isn't enough time in life to waste a single day.

Your turn:
When a "cloudy day" comes your way, embrace it. Use it as a catalyst to find something to laugh about or someone to laugh with. Turn back to life's simple joys-- a child's smile, a phone call, a serene walk. While what is going on externally can be sunny or cloudy, we control whether our reaction will be sunny or cloudy.

Your affirmation:
I used life's stormy days to strengthen my umbrella.



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2010 Make Today Matter Conference
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Good Morning: 365 Positive Ways to Start Your Day by Brook Noel

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