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The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: I Like That

The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: I Like That

Quotes of the Week from Me: “Improvement is a slow process. Don’t make it slower by quitting.” “We cherish anticipation of loss and separation, both temporary and permanent.” “We must surround ourselves with diversity of perspective.” Quotes of the Week from Others: “I will take care of me for you, if you will take care of you for me.” – John Rohn “The truth is that airports have seen more sincere kisses than the wedding halls, and the walls of…

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The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: All About Confidence

The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: All About Confidence

Quotes of the Week from Me: “We all handle emotional adversity differently.” “Discipline is power.” “Your actions make a difference. Same with your attitude. Same with your energy. You make a difference, whether you believe it or not.” Quotes of the Week from Others: “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” – Wendy Mass “Nothing is impossible. The word itself says, “I’m possible!” – Audrey Hepburn “You have brains in your head. You…

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The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: Over-communicate

The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: Over-communicate

Quotes of the Week from Me: “Creativity should be honest expression. It should allude to the limitless nature of life’s possibilities.” “It’s okay, you’ll get stronger. Don’t worry, you’ll get stronger. You can do it. Go get stronger.” “Be yourself. Improve yourself. Be yourself. Improve yourself. Be yourself. Then, improve yourself. Keep rereading that.” “Sometimes you should rely on over-communication.” Quotes of the Week from Others: “Understanding the question is half the answer.” – Socrates I’ve been asking for a…

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Falling Awake

Falling Awake

Quotes of the Week from Me: “Work on knowing yourself.” “Work on challenging the self you know.” Quotes of the Week from Others: “Beware of over concern for money, or position, or glory. Someday you will meet a man who cares for none of these things. Then you will know how poor you are.” – Rudyard Kipling “There are two types of tired: one that requires rest, and one that requires peace.” – Unknown Quick Optimism Take a break. Take…

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The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: You’re Alive!

The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: You’re Alive!

Quotes of the Week from Me: “Start your day before the day starts.” “Everyone deserves a best friend.” “Accept challenge.” “When does illusion become reality?” Quotes of the Week from Others: “Do not try to seem wise to others.” – Epictetus “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” – Pablo Picasso “You owe it to all of us to get on with what you’re good at…” – W.H. Auden…

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The Big, Green Umbrella

The Big, Green Umbrella

Quotes of the Week from Me: “Commitment is a relationship with unfamiliar numbers on your clock.” “Please say hello to other people, especially in response.” “Your education is never complete. Commit to a life of learning.” “Wake up, eat two bananas and drink a big glass of water. You’re welcome.” “What makes you feel alive? Do you do it?” “It’s ok to be happy in private.” “It is WAY more fun when it isn’t easy.” Quotes of the Week from…

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The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: Self-Talk

The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: Self-Talk

Quotes of the Week from Me: “Tell yourself, ‘Wake up. Get up.’” “Be careful when comparing yourself to others. Another option is to avoid such comparisons altogether.” Quote of the Week from Someone Else: “Waste no more time arguing what a good [person] should be. Be one.” – Marcus Aurelius Quick Optimism I Happy Memorial Day! Originally recognized as “Decoration Day”, let’s remember that today is about honoring those in the U.S. military who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service…

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The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: My Elderly Neighbor

The Weekly Optimist Newsletter: My Elderly Neighbor

Quotes of the Week from Me: Quotes are thoughts. Bits of knowledge. Sometimes commands. I believe they can be questions too. “Find something you want to wake up early for, even on a Saturday.” “There is a generational debate about the definition of efficient innovation. What is progress? What is laziness?” Quotes of the Week from Someone Else “So, you aren’t from here, but you are here, and it’s lovely to have you.” – Kind old man from my neighborhood…

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