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WHAT IS YOUR MAJOR? 🎓

As I mentioned earlier, these posts are coming to you while I am on vacation in the tropics with the beautiful Margie. One of the great things about both vacation and the tropics is the fact that nobody seems to ‘sweat the small stuff’ as they say. In fact, there is a term called Island time which means things move at their own pace.

This slower pace can be frustrating to visitors at first. Considering that the leading cause of death in the developed world is heart disease, and the leading cause of that is stress, you think we would relish slowing down. Still, people seem to want everything yesterday.

After a few days on vacation, some of us adjust to island time. It not only involves slowing down, be prioritizing. You have to wait a little longer for your drink? Who cares? You’re relaxing on the beach. The restaurant you wanted to eat at is full? No worries. There is a great stand on the beach.

The small annoyances of life seem to fade away, which is where they belong. When we return to ‘normal life’ it would serve us well to keep this mentality. The restaurant we booked lost our reservation? Who cares? I’m still with the person I love having dinner. Someone cut us off in traffic? At least we are safer than they are.

This change in priority will reduce stress, increase joy and allow us to be the best version of ourselves. When we major in minor things, we are constantly filled with stress and worry.

WHAT IS YOUR REPUTATION? 🤔

As you read this, I’ll be relaxing at the Warwick Paradise Island in the sunny Bahamas. As the love of my life and I prepared for this vacation, we watched a show called The Bahamas Life. The show involves people leaving the dreary cold places they live in to move to the Bahamas. I found it very exciting and hopeful.

One thing that seemed universal on the list of reasons people were moving there, was the friendliness of the people. It got me thinking about something we mentioned here before. Your personality can define far more than just you. Sure, people can say, “Bob sure is a grouchy son of a gun.” Or, more positively, “Betty sure does have wonderful energy I enjoy being around. “

What if we don’t know Bob or Betty personally? What if we are just running into them at a grocery store? What if we are just observing them while out having dinner? They can change our opinion on the store or restaurant we are at, fairly or unfairly. The same holds true for people visiting from out of state, or out of the country. We often represent far more than we realize. How you treat others never defines them. It does define you and quite often much more than that!

Next time you are tempted to lose your temper, or treat someone rudely, remember you represent far more than just yourself. Your behavior not only defines you, but those who raised you, and often more than that. Strive to be the best version of yourself at all times. You never know who is listening.

WHAT IS DEFEAT?

I think we could all benefit from this quote by Bruce Lee. Viewing defeat as the first step to something better changes our perspective. It takes us from a feeling of going backwards, to taking the first step forward.

Starting today, when you feel like you have failed, ask yourself, “What better outcome could this be the first step of?” It will change your perception of the problem

SOMETHING TO BELIEVE IN ✨️

This weekend, so yourself a favor. Believe in the good. In this world, where negativity can be ever present, that can be a difficult task. However, there is good all around us. True, it doesn’t often get the press the negative does. Yes, we may have to dig deeper, but if we do, love becomes so much more rewarding.

It all begins with belief. If you believe in the beauty in yourself, others and the world around you, it will manifest in your life when you least expect it. So, this weekend do yourself a favor and believe in the good and beauty that is all around us.

TELL THEM! TELL THEM ALL!🗣

This simple quote is a key to creating amazing relationships. In this “look at me” world, almost everyone is seeking their 15 minutes of fame. That means, if you take time to express genuine appreciation to anyone, for just about anything, you will certainly stand out in a positive light.

How about you? Try this for 2 weeks. Every day, express genuine appreciation to someone different. Be sincere and don’t expect anything in return. I guarantee that in 2 weeks you will have much improved relationships.

I would really wish to express my sincere appreciation for all of you who read this, and even more for those who share it as well. With your help, we are working to make the world a more positive place for everyone. I would love to hear who you are going to appreciate and the results of your 2 week trial.

A SIMPLE FORMULA 🧪

Sometimes we over complicate life. When it comes to finding more joy and less stress, it can often be as simple as prioritizing the things that bring us joy. I wouldn’t even worry so much about reducing the things that bring us stress. If we just focus as much of our energy as we can to finding and doing things that bring us joy, the stressful stuff will naturally begin to fall away.

How about you? What brings you joy? What makes your heart soar?

KEEP IT SIMPLE 👶

Doing our best to find the good in every moment radically transforms our lives for the better. I personally know this because I have been working at it for over 2 decades. Some days and times are easier than others. The more I have practiced this, the better my life has gotten.

Heading into the weekend, I challenge you to do the same. Find all the good you can, in as many situations as you can. Just try it throughout your day. Notice how your mood shifts. The more you practice this, the more you will have an elevated mood. Put simply, you will be happy.

TAKE ME WITH YOU!!😃🌴🍍⛱️🌞

This post is a plea. Not only for those of you living in wonderful tropical places such as Fiji or Maldives, but for everyone! When you need that extra bit of motivation and inspiration, or perhaps just a friend to accompany you on the journey, take me with you. This could be on a run. It could be going with you to the gym. How about the daily commute to work? I’ll go just about anywhere!

What I’m talking about is my “Living the Dream with Neil Panosian” podcast. It is available in all of your streaming platforms. I’ll leave the Spotify link below, but you can listen free on Amazon prime,Audible or wherever you get your podcast fix.

There are 50 episodes to keep you motivated and entertained. They include portions of my books read by the author. Tools and strategies for living the dream. Even interviews with other guests. Add the “Living the Dream with Neil Panosian” podcast to your routine today!

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE PODCAST!!

IF YOU CAN ONLY HAVE ONE VIRTUE

Being grateful should be listed as a super power.

PREPARING FOR THE STORM ❄️

As I write this, we are in the middle of a wicked snow storm. My lovely lady and I stopped at the store to grab a few things last night. It was packed. People were shopping like the world was ending. Another reason I would love to become a best-selling author and move to San Diego, but I digress.

A thought came to me as I watched people with their carts full of supplies. Why do we not prepare, at least with the same enthusiasm, for the storms of life? We act as if self-care, and the things that go with it, are for when we need them. In essence, we wait for the storm to arrive before we act.

Why not act like all of the crazy shoppers and prepare for the storms of life? Compose a list of songs that lift your spirits and save them in a Playlist. Have a list of movies that make you laugh. Have a collection of inspiring books. Whatever other items will help you make it through the storms of life.

Here is what I know for sure. The storms of life can come during any season and often with less warning than any extreme weather. We need to have preparations for our mind and spirit just as we have for any storm.

L