Extracted from web page - part 2

In continuation with yesterday's article by Andrew Galasetti
Know when you’re reaching your tipping point
One of the biggest obstacles keeping people from “just doing it” is not recognizing when they’re about to hit their tipping point.
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “is this all there is to life?”, then you are closely approaching your tipping point. The same goes if you feel like you’re about to have a nervous breakdown.
You can either succumb to your emotions; or you can stand up, fight, and just go for whatever will make you happy. Once you cross the threshold towards your tipping point, your mind will never be the same and nothing can ever stop you; except yourself.
List what you don’t like about your life
Perhaps it is focusing on negativity a little too much; but grab a piece of paper and write down what you don’t like about your life. May be you don’t have enough money or worse you aren’t happy enough. For those who really want change, it’s enough for them to take the plunge.
Keep in mind:
“Just do it” is much easier said than done. And it should be that way. It separates the people who deserve it from those who don’t.
So what are you waiting for? get going!

Extracted from web page - part 1

“Just do it.” Three simple words that are simply powerful.
Nike made this phrase famous, but it’s not just a marketing gimmick. All you need is to “just do it” and you will reach a crucial tipping point in which you will go from saying and planning; to doing and proving.
It’s pretty scary to take a plunge into something like “just do it” implies. But here is how you go about it.
Don’t pick a time or day
“Just doing it” shouldn’t be precise; it should come to you out of the blue. There’s no need to pick a day or plan ahead.
Get pissed, get frustrated
I’ll be honest; I’m pissed and frustrated as I write this article right now. But it’s giving me an unbelievable amount of motivation, and even a little adrenaline to go for it.
Instead of fighting, crying, or complaining when you’re frustrated, funnel that energy into focus and action.
Remember that time’s a wastin’
Every month, week, day, hour, and minute you get closer to your end. Nothing will motivate you more to live than death.
Think less, act more
It might be risky, it might get you in trouble, but you must act more than you think. Forget the “what if’s.” F**K all the naysayers and whatever they tell you! Don’t worry if you fail. Don’t think about the money you’ll lose or gain. Be a little stupid and take a lot of action.
Lose these words and phrases
These aren’t real excuses.
“I can’t.”
“I don’t have enough money.”
You don’t need money to take the plunge.
“I don’t have enough time.”
Yes you do! I don’t care how busy you are. You don’t have enough time to wait.
“I don’t know where to start.”
“I don’t know how.”
Start learning. Get your feet wet and you’ll learn along the way.
“Later.”
No, now!
Stop acting like you’re busy
There are a lot of people out there who push papers around and act like they have so many places to go and so much to do. In reality, they’re just avoiding the actions that will get them what they really desire. May be it is because they’re scared or doubtful.
I don’t care who you are; you have time to “just do it” and chase something you want or need. You’ll just have to get less sleep, lose free time, and make lots of other sacrifices.

Have a positive day

If your obstaclesbring you down,let your determinationbring you up !!!!

Some healthy food tips for your kid

Kids, especially younger ones, will eat mostly what's available at home. That's why it's important to control the supply lines — the foods that you serve for meals and have on hand for snacks.

Follow these basic guidelines:

Work fruits and vegetables into the daily routine, aiming for the goal of at least five servings a day. Be sure you serve fruit or vegetables at every meal.

Make it easy for your child to choose healthy snacks by keeping fruits and vegetables on hand and ready to eat. Other good snacks include low-fat yogurt, peanut butter and celery, or whole-grain crackers and cheese.

Serve lean meats and other good sources of protein, such as fish, eggs, beans, and nuts.

Choose whole-grain breads and cereals so kids get more fiber. Limit fat intake by avoiding deep-fried foods and choosing healthier cooking methods, such as broiling, grilling, roasting, and steaming. Choose low-fat or nonfat dairy products.

Limit fast food and other low-nutrient snacks, such as chips and candy. But don't completely ban favorite snacks from your home. Instead, make them "once-in-a-while" foods, so kids don't feel deprived.

Limit sugary drinks, such as soda and fruit-flavored drinks. Serve water and low-fat milk instead.

Quote by Swami Vivekananda

The world is ready to give up its secrets

if we only know how to knock,

how to give it the necessary blow.

The strength and force of the blow

come through concentration.

-Swami Vivekananda

Have a great day

Great minds discuss ideas;

Average minds discuss events;

Small minds discuss people.

Interesting information I read somewhere

7 Unique Ways To Make Someone Smile

Do you want to put a smile on someone's face? Maybe make their day a little bit brighter? It doesn't have to take much time or money on your part. In fact, many things can be done as a part of your normal routine and cost little or nothing. You won't know how many people are encouraged by your kindness because smiles are contagious. Try out one or more of these 7 ways today to put smiles on their faces.
1. Write an encouraging note to others that have encouraged you or that need encouragement. Handwritten notes that are given to encourage, not just for thanking someone for a gift, are rare. That makes handwritten notes even more special. Start a new practice of sitting down and writing an encouraging note on a regular basis. You just might start an epidemic!
2. Take a friend out to lunch or invite her to your home for a meal. You will get to know each other even better than you do right now. If you feel like being more adventurous, throw a party for several of your friends and put smiles on a multitude of faces.
3. Give someone an inspirational book to read. You will feel good doing it, reading the book will change the person, and they will think of you every time they read it.
4. Ask a friend or relative if you can take care of their kid(s) for a day or evening. If you have been a parent, you know the value of being able to have a few hours of "adult time" without worrying about the children. Don't wait to be asked to baby-sit when it is required. Offer to do it at a time when the parent can do something fun and relaxing.
5. Deliver a meal to someone you know that is sick or having a rough time. We have all been sick and know the last thing you want to do is be out of bed. There are also times when life is tough and it is hard to do all of the daily chores. You can be a tremendous help by providing a meal that can be enjoyed.
6. Volunteer time to supporting your local church or charity. Every minute you dedicate to a church or charity will cause many smiles. You will put a smile on the face of each leader just for helping without being asked. You will also be putting smiles on the faces of those that are being helped through the organization.
7. Thank everyone that supports you throughout the day. The list of those that you come in contact with is endless. Remember family and friends, secretaries, co-workers, teachers, Sunday school teachers, pastors, store employees, janitors, gas station attendants, those that deliver your mail and newspaper, and servers at restaurants.
I know this is a list of 7 ways to put a smile on someone's face, but there is one more way that can't be ignored. Reveal a genuine smile to everyone you meet. You will experience how easy it is to get others to smile!

Its story time once again

A Lift and The Luggage

A man was driving his car to the town. On the way he saw a poor old man carrying a heavy load on his head. The sympathetic driver offered the old man a lift in his car to the town. The old man was very happy and thankfully entered the car and occupied the back seat. Turning back the driver was surprised to see him still carrying the load on his head. When asked he said," What you did to me is enough and more.. I don't want to trouble you further by addingthe load also to your car."Many of us travel to God like that old man still carrying our sins on our head. Let us unload our sins before His grace and feel free.

5 Special ways to bring smile on your dear ones face

Write a note today to say “thank you” to someone who has helped you or done something for you.

Hand-make a lovely card. Don’t worry if you’re not great at craft.

Do their chores.

Wrap up a surprise present.

Get a nice scrapbook and fill it with photos, newspaper clippings, graduation programs and anything else you can find that relates to special moments and days in the recipient’s life.

Picture Message

There are two way's of meeting Difficulties,You alter the difficulties, or you alteryourself to meet them.

- Phyllis Bottome

Quick Stress Relief Energy Exercise

Cook's hookup
This is great when you’re just plain frazzled, exhausted and thinking fuzzy. It will hook up the vibrational energy in your body so it is running smoothly again and infuse you with a sense of calm and relaxation.
1) Sit with one ankle crossed over the other ankle.
2) Cross one wrist over your other wrist.
3) With your two arms crossed in front, turn your hands over so palms face each other. Clasp your hands together like you’re shaking your own hand.
4) Bend your elbows so that your clasped hands turn under and in, towards your body, like a pretzel. Rest clasped hands against your heart.
5) Simply breathe gently in and out for approximately 2 minutes.
6) Then place feet flat on floor and uncross arms. Place your hands together, with only fingertips touching opposite fingertips, thumbs pointing towards your heart, hands in a "steepled" position. Breathe gently for approximately 30 seconds, and release.

Some quotes today

Don't aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally.-David Frost

If you don't get everything you want, think of the things you don't get that you don't want.-Oscar Wilde

Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.-Winston Churchill

Thoughts are like arrows: once released, they strike their mark. Guard them well or one day you may be your own victim.-American Indian Proverb, Navajo-

Watch this movie!

Hope all Indian blog readers must be aware of this movie Black, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rani Mukherjee. Black is an amazing movie.

The story begins as the protagonist Michelle McNally, a blind and deaf girl totally confused and angry cause of her handicap. Her parents doesn't know how to deal with the summons a teacher, Debraj from a deaf and blind school. The teacher is tough with the obstinate girl and slowly reaches a truce with her. He gradually changes the wild thing into a presentable young lady. He introduces her to the world of light and sound. With his help she tries to make sense of the pitch dark world around her.. she learns her first words. The teacher becomes her constant companion and he has big ambitions for her. He helps to make her a graduate.

Black is a beautiful movie which touches you to the core and it is an experience one shouldn't miss.

After you are through with the movie you will really sense that we are so fortunate and can do wonders in this world. Our difficulties are just challenges we can fight with and chase our dreams with full dedication. This film's original language is Hindi. If you have a chance just check out for this and enjoy viewing.

Lovely message

Do not expect much from others and get disappointed,butdo not disappoint those whoexpect much from you.

Have we begun to learn?

A young man presented himself to the local expert on gems and said he wanted to become a gemologist. The expert brushed him off because he feared that the youth would not have the patience to learn. The young man pleaded for a chance. Finally the expert consented and told the youth, "Be here tomorrow." The next morning the expert put a jade stone in the boy's hand and told him to hold it. The expert then went about his work, cutting, weighing, and setting gems. The boy sat quietly and waited. The following morning the expert again placed the jade stone in the youth's hand and told him to hold it. On the third, fourth, and fifth day the expert repeated the exercise and the instructions. On the sixth day the youth held the jade stone, but could no longer stand the silence. "Master," he asked, "when am I going to learn something?" "You'll learn," the expert replied and went about his business. Several more days went by and the youth's frustration mounted. One morning as the expert approached and beckoned for him to hold out his hand, he was about to blurt out that he could go on no longer. But as the master placed the stone in the youth's hand, the young man exclaimed with-out looking at his hand, "This is not the same jade stone!" "

You have begun to learn," said the master.

Moral:Patience is a virtue, possess it if you can!

NIce article about productivity

This one is really a nice article, do go through this.

There are times when we feel disappointed with ourselves. Disappointed at not being able to give our best, disappointed with our habit of wasting time and disappointed with low levels of productivity from our end. This disappointment often leads to a negative mindset wherein we don't feel like doing anything despite knowing there's lots to do. As a result we tend to lose our motivation & excitement and feel overly lethargic.Here's a way which could help you get going despite your negative state of mind. The logic behind it is ignorance of persistent thoughts. Whenever you feel lost or low on motivation immediately take a piece of paper and do the following:

Write five tasks which would push you out of your comfort zone. Tasks which you know you are not really good at or may be tasks which you have been ignoring for long.
For the next 24 hours forget everything else and just focus on the sheet of paper.Make it a point to complete all those tasks within a day, irrespective of your other commitments.
Fold the paper and keep it with you. Forget everything else that's running on your mind and feel that the paper is your only source of strength and direction.

The most important thing is to control your mind. Any other thoughts apart from those related to your tasks should be flushed out (at least for the next 24 hours).

You would immediately feel a sense of excitement run through you. There would suddenly be a sense of direction in your mind. Most importantly, at the end of the tasks you would have achieved four objectives. One, completed tasks which you had been ignoring for long. Two, crossed your mental limitations (You would be doing stuff which you thought you weren't good at). Three, gained a new sense of self-confidence and momentum. Four, spent your past 24 hours in the best possible manner.

Keep doing this exercise whenever you feel low. Be it during office hours or 3 in the night. Once you are in a habit of following the exercise on a regular basis, your productivity levels would go high and most importantly there would hardly be a dull moment in your life.

Moreover, indirectly you would get to be aware of your strengths which you thought were never yours. The biggest obstacle when we want to do something different is our mind, which keeps telling us that we are not good at it. Another obstacle is the fear of public opinion. We are afraid of what others would think if we go about a task XYZ. During these 24 hour cycles, you would hardly get to think about your mind and public opinion. As a result there would be no external obstacles involved. Just you and your will power.

I personally find this method pretty refreshing and energizing. I'm not too sure if I've been able to put it in the right way but I hope the message has been conveyed with some clarity.

Valuable quote

Perfection does not come from belief or faith.

Talk does not count for anything.

Parrots can do that.

Perfection comes through selfless work.

-Swami Vivekananda

Art of Believing

Find this article on Belief I came across in some mail. Its very nice, read it and share it!

Some of the most practical success-building wisdom is found in that biblical quotation stating that faith can move mountains.Believe ,reallly believe you can move a mountain and you can. Not many people belive that they can move mountains. So as a result not many people do. On some occasion you have probably heard someone say something like,"it's nonsense to think u can make a mountain move bu just saying 'mountain , move away.' It's simply impossible.
People who think this way have belief confused with wishful thinking. And true enough ,you can't wish away a mountain. You can;t wish yourself into an executive suite. Nor can u wish yourself into a five bedroom,three bath house or the high income bracket.You can't wish yourself into a position of leadership.But you can move a mountain with belief. You can win success by believing you can succeed. There is nothing magical nor mystical about the power of belief. Belief works this way. Belief,the "the I am positive-i can " attitude generates the power,skill and energy needed to do.When you believe i can do it , the how to do it develops. Every day all over the nation young people start working in new jobs.Each of them "wishes" that someday he could enjoy the success that goes with reaching the top. But the majority of these young people simple don't have the belief that it takes to reach the top rungs. And they don't climb high,they do not discover the steps that lead to great heights.Their behavior remains that of the "average" person.
But a small number of these young people really believe that they will succeed.They approach their work with the "I'm going to the top" attitude.And with substantial belief they reach the top.Believing they will succeed and that it's not impossible -these Folks study and observer the behavior of senior executives,officers,members.They learn how successful people approach problems and make decisions.They observer the attitude of successful people.The how to do it always comes to the person who believes he can do it.
Here's an example to prove you that:-Example Of Belief
Those who believe they can move mountains,do.Those who believe they can't cannon.Belief triggers the power to do.Believe really believe you can succeed and you will.
Over the years we have observed people who failed in business ventures and in various careers.We have hear a lot of reasons and excuse for failur.Something significant unfolds as conversations with faulures develop.In a casual soft of way,the failure drops a remark like"To tell the truth,I didn't think it would work" or " I had my misgivings before i even started out"or" Actually ,I wasn't Too surprised that it didn't work out.The "okay-i will give it a try but i dont think it will work " attitude produces failures.Always think win-win in every situation.

What goes around - Comes around

One day, a farmer Fleming heard a cry for help coming form a near by bog. He ran there and saw a boy screaming and struggling to free himself. Fleming saved him form death. Next day, A nobleman came to Fleming's home and introduced as the father of the boy saved by Fleming and said," I want to repay you, you saved my son's life" but farmer Fleming denied the offer, at the same moment, farmer's son came. "Is this your son?" the nobleman asked, "Yes," the farmer replied. "I'll make you a deal. Let me take and give him good education, so he'll grow to a man you can be proud of and he did." In time, Farmer Fleming's son graduated form St. Mary's Hospital Medical School in London and the world noted him as Sir Alexander Fleming, The discoverer of Penicillin.

Now see following 3 points,

1] Year afterward, the nobleman's son was stricken with pneumonia. And what saved him? The penicillin.

2] The name of the Nobleman? Lord Randolph Churchill.

3] And his son's name? Sir Winston Churchill. " What goes around - Comes around"

Picture saying u a message

The dream is not what you see in sleep,

dream is the thing which does not let you sleep

The Book I like

Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: The Classic Guide to Understanding the Opposite Sex by John Gray

I bet this book everyone will like as it was an eye opener to many people across the world to understand the opposite sex well. Based on years of successful counselling of couples and individuals, Dr. John Gray gives advice on how to counteract these differences in communication styles, emotional needs, and modes of behaviour to promote a greater understanding between partners. I learned a lot about the difference between men and women from this book. Generally most intelligent people assume they understand the differences between the sexes, and usually they don't. Understanding the fundamental differences and the way both partners think can help you in long run. You can learn how to communicate in a clear and non-critical way to your partner if you read this. I didn't say that it works out 100% since we all have our own way of approaching things, but in general books always helps us as a guiding tool and then why not we can take a chance and make a difference.

Forgiveness

A man came home to see newly painted hall. To his puzzlement, his little son was happily hammering dents into the shiny paint on the wall.The man ran to his son, knocked him away, hammered the little boy's hands into pulp as punishment. When the father calmed down, he rushed his son to the hospital.Doctors amputated damaged n crushed bones of the fingers from both the boy's hands. When the boy woke up & saw his bandaged stubs, he innocently said, " Dad, I'm sorry about your paint, but when are my fingers going to grow n work back?"Dad crossed the fingers n cried, but it was too late.

Moral: Too often we fail to recognize the difference between Intention and Behavior. We choose Behavior and take wrong decisions just because of anger an impatience. Think first before you lose your patience with someone you love. Patches can be repaired. Broken bones & hurt feelings often can't. Among intention and behavior always choose Intention first.People make mistakes. We are allowed to make mistakes. But the actions we take while in a rage will haunt us forever. And keep in mind "The Law of Forgiveness".

Self Belief

I liked this article I read sometime back in a web page. Just wanted to share with you.

Have you ever heard someone tell I could have told this idea in the meeting but i thought it would sound stupid and the other person telling hey i liked your idea and the team leader too might have liked it? Here the person is afraid to showcase his potential because he thinks deep inside his heart that he is not worth much and his opinion doesn't count. In the long run we might see that this person is the one who acts like a coward and his body language will sound to others like " Here is a guy who is afraid of responsibility .Lets not hand him the job because his attitude clearly tells us that he is going to do an inferior work" But the other guy who shows the right attitude and shows confidence can easily get job because people know by his body language that he will do a great job and we can bank upon him .
What is the Difference between the two guys? Is it Because the latter one is lucky and the former one doesnt have too much on the ball? Noooo..... THe difference between them is how they feel about themself and the amount of self - belief they possess . IF you believe in yourself then the most important aspect of life - ATTITUDE will be on your side and once you have got the right attitude you can achieve anything in life.
Here Are some exercises to develop belief
1] In every difficult situation always think that you. Before every situation think that i am going to win no matter what happens.
2] Always feel that I have An absolutely amazing potential to take control of the situation and i am going to do well

Thought for the day

One of the best times to stay cool is during a crisis. Staying cool and calm during a time of adversity, helps us to think clearly and be strong. It's easier to be strong during good times, but it's the rough spots in life that provide us with special opportunities to advance to a higher level of confidence, completeness, and character.

Dream, Dream, Dream!

Whether you're a musician, a writer,an athlete or a businessman;

There is no getting around it.

The only way -You are going to get anywhere in life,

is by working hard to achieve your dreams.

If you do, you'll win;If you don't you won't.

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Dream what you want to dream

Go where you want to go

Be what you want to be

Because you have only one life

and one chance to do all

the things you want to do in life

Inspiring story - The Girl on the beach

One afternoon a young girl stood on the beach.The tide was exceptionally high,as there had been a storm,so the high waters had washed tens of thousands of starfish far up onto the beach.The young girl knew before the water ever reached that high again,the starfish would surely die.So she picked up the starfish, one by one and threw them back,trying to save as many as possible.A man walking on the beach stopped and seeing her said,"Why are u doing this? There are too many,you can never save them all.What difference can it possibly make?" The girl picked up a starfish and threw it into the ocean.She turned,looked at him and replied,"It makes a difference to that one.""Let the beauty we love be what we do"

Picture Message

Try to enjoy doing everything you do.
When you are interested in what you do, you enjoy doing it.
To be interested in what you do, you must try to do it better andbetter.
In progress lies true joy - The Mother

Visualising a Goal

Once you have acknowledged a goal, others energetically and enthusiastically endorse commitment to the goal.
Set your goal by settling on the aim, target, reason etc. This can be related to job, relationships, home, happier state of mind etc.
Generate a concise idea or picture, of the situation exactly as you would like it, thinking of it in the present tense as already in existence. Incorporate as much detail as your imagination allows.
Concentrate on it regularly, making it part of your daily routine and a natural thought rather than one that uses up unreasonable levels of effort.
Make it a positive, and encouraging thought. Think strong positive definitions of achieving the goal. Dispelling any doubts.
Pursue the goal, until it is achieved or you no longer wish to continue its pursuit, or indeed the goal alters in your mind.
Once goal has been attained, make clear admission, pat yourself on the back and move onto the next goal.
Retrieved from "http://www.mycoted.com/Visualising_a_Goal"

I used to practice this with a dream chart. I paste the pictures of all those things which I want to achieve and have attained them too. Do this... you can see a difference.

Why do we read Bhagavat Gita?

This is a wonderful story I have read.

An old Farmer lived on a farm in the mountains with his young grandson. Each morning Grandpa was up early sitting at the kitchen table reading his Bhagavath Geetha. His grandson wanted to be just like him and tried to imitate him in every way he could.One day the grandson asked, "Grandpa! I try to read the Bhagavath Geetha just like you but I don't understand it, and what I do understand I forget as soon as I close the book. What good does reading the Bhagavath Geetha do?"The Grandfather quietly turned from putting coal in the stove and replied, "Take this coal basket down to the river and bring me back a basket of water." The boy did as he was told, but all the water leaked out before he got back to the house. The grandfather laughed and said, "You'll have to move a little faster next time," and sent him back to the river with the basket to try again. This time the boy ran faster, but again the basket was empty before he returned home. Out of breath, he told his grandfather that it was impossible to carry water in a basket, and he went to get a bucket instead. The old man said, "I don't want a bucket of water; I want a basket of water. You're just not trying hard enough," and he went out the door to watch the boy try again. At this point, the boy knew it was impossible, but he wanted to show his grandfather that even if he ran as fast as he could, the water would leak out before he got back to the house.The boy again dipped the basket into river and ran hard, but when he reached his grandfather the basket was again empty. Out of breath, he said,"See Grandpa, it's useless!"

"So you think it is useless?" The old man said, "Look at the basket." The boy looked at the basket and for the first time realized that the basket was different. It had been transformed from a dirty old coal basket and was now clean, inside and out."Son, that's what happens when you read the Bhagavath Geetha. You might not understand or remember everything, but when you read it, you will be changed, inside and out. That is the work of Lord Krishna in our lives."

Words Magic

“Can’t” - This is a small word with big impact. It makes us feel week and damages our self-esteem. It will limit abilities and stops us not to think in a creative way. Change this word in your personal dictionary, I mean the sub concious mind and replace it with something that makes you feel great.

Start saying “I choose …” or “I can …”. Using words like this allows you to take back your power and to be in control of your life.

Words will surely appear small but they have a deep and lasting effect on us. Mastering your language gives you the power to live whatever life you desire.

Make a list of words you commonly use and then write next to them some alternative positive words and replace them everywhere and you can use surely see a change in your life and also influence in others lives.

Wish you a very happy newyear - Think today!

Before you think of saying an unkind word

Think of someone who can't speak

Before you complain about the taste of your food

Think of someone who has nothing to eat

Before you complain about your husband or wife

Think of someone who's crying out to God for a companion

Today before you complain about life

Think of someone who went too early to heaven

Before you complain about your children

Think of someone who desires children but they're barren

Before you argue about your dirty house; someone didn't clean or sweep

Think of the people who are living in the streets

Before whining about the distance you drive

Think of someone who walks the same distance with their feet

And when you are tired and complain about your job

Think of the unemployed, the disabled and those who wished they had your job.

But before you think of pointing the finger or condemning another

Remember that not one of us are without sin and we all answer to one maker

And when depressing thoughts seem to get you down

Put a smile on your face and thank God you're alive and still around.