Hey all, First off, I love you and thank you for being a part of my life. Today is a sad day because this will be the last morning email you’ll receive from me for a while. I’m taking an open-ended break 😭 No, I’m not terminally ill and nothing is wrong… I just need Read more about No more emails 😭[…]
“The music is the last thing I’m thinking about right now, in order of what’s important.” – Burt Bacharach 🪦 Wishing you a lovely weekend, focussing on what’s truly important. – Joel 💙 Sunset in San Diego last night, from my brother Paul!
“Do things in-person. Happy people only let technology do their talking when absolutely necessary. The human brain is wired for in-person interaction, so happy people will jump at the chance to drive across town to see a friend or meet face-to-face because it makes them feel good.” – Dr. Travis Bradberry ***** Something to think Read more about Happiness trait #10[…]
Yesterday I called AT&T to ask for a discount… I’m happy with my service (internet) but I heard if you just call customer service, request to speak to the “loyalty center” and ask “are there any current discounts or promotions in my area?” then they may present you with some special offers. And that’s exactly Read more about It pays to be nice 📲[…]
Some travelers came to a village, carrying nothing more than an empty cooking pot. Sadly, the village people weren’t very welcoming, refusing to share their food or befriend the poor hungry strangers. So, the travelers went to a stream and filled their cooking pot with water, dropped a large stone in it, and placed it Read more about Stone soup 🥣[…]
Happy Friday peeps! Here’s a few cool things going on in my world: This week I won a lawsuit and got PAID!!! (actually it was a class-action suit against stubhub and the settlement was only $20. But I feel like a winner regardless 🥳) My Dad won the lottery!… (The John Muir Trail lottery. Only Read more about Luckiest guy in the world[…]
Got a fun note from a reader named Katie last week 👇 “Wanted to share this one photo with you- I took it two nights ago of my dog Forest, he’s an example to me of living in the moment and not letting little things bother him- I once in awhile stack pillows on top Read more about This is life. Accept it and move on.[…]
Morning, dudes! Just a quick reminder… Whatever hardships you’re going through right now, there is hidden beauty in them. They are necessary for you to become your awesome future self! You’re smarter than you think You’re luckier than you think Tough times don’t last. tough people do. Hang in there! – Joel “Last day of Read more about No grit, no pearl[…]
I used to work the graveyard shift at McDonald’s back in high school… One night, about 3 AM, a car full of drunken hooligans came up to the drive-through window demanding that I give them free food. They argued, begged and pleaded with me for about 20 minutes, but I would not budge. I told Read more about The power of names[…]
Got this from my grandpa this week 👇👇👇 “Joel, I start the day by saying to my wife good morning beautiful woman and tell her that I am blessed to have the best wife in the world. I take a shower every day. Take my vitamins every day. Tend my garden every day along with Read more about Fill your day with positive stuff[…]
Welp, I got some not so fun feedback from someone who unsubscribed recently 👇👇👇 As much as this sucks to hear as a content creator, maybe this person is kind of right… Sometimes I don’t try my hardest with these emails. Some days (more often than not lately) I’m barely scraping by in the morning, Read more about Real talks[…]
The only way to beat death… is LIFE. Give it, share it, use it to the fullest. Wishing you an awesome Sunday peeps! – Joel “While Seattle is notorious for being blanketed with gloomy clouds, can you imagine what it looks like above them at 30,000 feet?” – From my friend RBD 💪
From a reader, Baldomero, in Los Angeles 👇👇👇 “I am incredibly blessed to have a beautiful view of the Los Angeles east towards the mountains with views of LA Harbor. On a clear day I can see well past Huntington Beach. However, for a long time I chose to dwell on and be annoyed by Read more about 36 Sunrises — a study in gratitude.[…]
Check out these trees getting serviced in my neighborhood 👇👇👇 It’s a good reminder to do some trimming of our own… Trim your dead weight Trim some negative thoughts Trim out bad influences Trim off emotional baggage Trim a bad habit Trim social media usage (And just for fun, trim your ⬇⬇. Ooops did I Read more about It’s trimming day[…]
Woot woot! It’s Friday! 🥳 …and we get to design today however we’d like. You just gotta fill in the blanks, then say them out loud, then that’s what you’ve got in store today. Easy! Here you go 👇 Today I will kick ass at ________. I’m soooo excited about _______. I am so grateful Read more about Friday blanks ________[…]
Hey guys! Been sick the past few days, sorry to miss some morning emails… But don’t worry, I went to the doctor — it seems I tested positive for sunshine and rainbows syndrome, unwavering cheerfulness disorder, and they also found traces of merriment and joie de vivre in my system. It looks like i’ll live. Read more about Mind over matter 🤕[…]
If you work too hard and try to be smart about everything in life, you get headaches. Today: Turn of your brain. You deserve a break. Happy Sunday 🍻 – Joel Yesterday, at Rock & Brews. Whoever put a kids playground inside a pub is both a genius and a troublemaker.
It’s not about getting all the stuff you want in life… It’s about appreciating the stuff you already have. Sooooo…. What stuff do you already have? …And how can you make the absolute most of it today? Wishing you a peaceful weekend, – Joel Due to popular request here’s another Cooper puppy pic
Do you want your negative thoughts to grow legs and 💩 all over your life?… No? STOP dwelling on them! Do you want your positive thoughts to bloom wildly and shine blessings all over your life?… Yes? FOCUS on those thoughts more! What you focus on, grows. 👀🌱 Make it a great day, Joel From Read more about What you focus on —> grows 🌱[…]
Woke up this morning and realized that 1% of the year is gone already! Just a reminder to enjoy every single day and live intentionally. We can’t control how fast things move, but we can control how much we enjoy life and what we remember at the end. Happy hump day 😉 – Joel Looked Read more about Time flies[…]
Today: Everywhere I go, and for everyone that I meet, I will give them a gift. It might be a smile, a compliment, help with something, or just good wishes. Everyone gets a gift. Circulating joy makes me feel joy. It’s the law of giving. Make it a great day! – Joel 😎 Our neighborhood Read more about Handing out gifts 👇👆👉[…]
I put on my wetsuit, waxed my surfboard, and walked down to the beach. My brother and I looked at the massive surf for a while, calculating the best place to paddle out. We waded into the water about waste high, and that’s when I got an incredibly daunting feeling… I like to think of Read more about A humbling moment[…]
I’m tired and exhausted. (but maybe that’s a good thing… it’s evidence that i’m working hard, playing hard and living life to the fullest) My house is a wreck. (also kind of a good thing… it means we’re using our space fully, and we’re blessed to have room to host) I have to work this Read more about Bright sides[…]
Merry Christmas everyone!!! This is my first Christmas as a Dad, so I’m still figuring things out… But all in all I believe the goal is to spoil your kids rotten for 1 morning, then starve them of presents for the next 364 days while drilling in the fact that they are blessed beyond measure Read more about Christmas with a kid[…]
make·merry phrase enjoy oneself with others by dancing and drinking. Somewhere in the world Christmas Day has officially begun! It’s time to make merry. Have a holly jolly Christmas, all. It’s the best time of the year! Love, Joel 🎄 To the untrained eye, this is just a colorful rug. But in reality there’s about Read more about Dancing and drinking[…]
A parent at school noticed my kid had a small stye in one of his eyes… The next morning, without asking, she handed me a bag with some eye wipes, cream and a compression mask. She didn’t have to help. But she had “some extra stuff laying around and some spare time”. ***** Likable people Read more about Likable Habit #5[…]
Today being chooseday and all… I’m choosing to be positive I’m choosing to work hard I’m choosing to eat healthy I’m choosing to encourage others I’m choosing to finish all my work early so I can take my wife out on a lunch date and drink a few beers and toast to the good life. Read more about Tuesday = ChooseDay[…]
Happy Monday everyone! Just letting you know… I plan on screwing up about 10 times this week. Maybe more. But it’s OK… because screwing up is evidence of me trying, learning, growing, and being human. And you can’t fault someone for that, right? So cheers!… To all the dumb mistakes ahead, and all the goodness Read more about Cheers to screwing up![…]
“Bad is the person who will not take advice. But 1000x worse is the person who takes every advice” Quick reminders for you… You are a smart and confident person, who has great ideas and makes good choices. You don’t need to overanalyze stuff or impress other people in life. People already like you. (and Read more about People already like you[…]
Bruce Lee once said: “don’t speak negatively about yourself, even as a joke. Your body doesn’t know the difference. Words are energy and cast spells, that’s why it’s called spelling. Change the way you speak about yourself and you can change your life. What you’re not changing, you’re also choosing.” TODAY: Positive words about yourself Read more about Words cast spells 🫲[…]
“In the word can’t is can. In the word don’t is do. In the word won’t is won. And in the word impossible is possible. Once you figure out you’re possible, you can break through any barrier, any border, there’s no limits. And you’ll live life how you want to live it. Instead of life Read more about Beast Mode = ON[…]
You are amazing. You are unique! Nobody can put you in a box. Nobody can tell you where to go. Today is what you make it. So keep your head up, stay persistent, and trust your gut. You’re smarter than you think you are. Happy Monday! Go get it. 💪 – Joel From Kyla — Read more about Monday reminders…[…]
It’s a lovely day today. And whatever you’ve got to do, you’ve got a lovely day to do it in, that’s true. ***** Happy weekend everyone! Not sure why but I woke up singing this song 👆 in my head. And after a few times i was like “dang, it’s true!! It IS a lovely Read more about Ella knows what’s up[…]
It’s a rainy and dreary day again over here. ☔️🌧️ But, this means I get to… Splash in puddles, get a free car wash, take cool photos with cloud cover, get more water for our yard, fill up the city reserves, stay inside and concentrate on work more, drive my wife to school (instead of Read more about Rain rain go away[…]
Hey, happy Saturday! How are you feeling this morning?… If you are angry or annoyed, you’re living in the past. Let that sht go. If you are worried or anxious, you’re living the future. Slow down! If you’re content, at peace, and just happy to be alive with a coffee in your hand, that’s living Read more about Here’s to a carefree weekend![…]
My friend Anthony sent me this a few days ago… “I have a Peloton “date” every Tuesday and Thursday morning with a buddy back east that keeps me accountable. If I commit to doing something with someone else and it’s on my calendar, I rarely skip or miss it. Have you tried scheduling your cardio? Read more about Scheduling your cardio[…]
The worst Monday —> is the one that gets wasted for nothing. We’ve got a perfectly good 960 minutes ahead of us… Begin it with optimism and expecting today to be great. Focus on the end goal and inching your way towards it. Curb your future worries, you’ll have time to solve that stuff later. Read more about The worst kind of Monday[…]
Mornin’ mornin’!!! Sorry I haven’t been sending emails the past week. I have no good excuse — I just needed a break. Life is nuts right now and I’m being pushed to my limit. But rather than bore you with all the negative stuff that’s happening, I’ll bore you with some of the positive things Read more about Friday celebrations 👏[…]
Your talent determines what you can do. Your motivation determines how much you’re willing to do. Your attitude determines how well you do it. —Lou Holtz Wishing you a killer Tuesday, mixing your talent and motivation with an unwavering positive attitude. Make it a good one, – Joel “We had a free muni pass in Read more about Talent + motivation + attitude[…]
Last night we hosted a neighborhood halloween party. But when I got to the pizza place to pick up our 11 x large pizza to-go order… they advised they were “a few hours behind”. They were so swamped they couldn’t even tell me when they would start making our order… They said it would be Read more about Disasters produce fond memories (sometimes)[…]
Just heard about this little trick, it’s called the good guy discount… When you’re at the store purchasing something or buying from someone, you say this… “Hey, I’m a good guy. You’re a good guy. Is there some type of good guy discount we could work out?” I hear it works pretty well. 🤷♂️ And Read more about The “good guy discount”[…]
impossible ⬇️ im- possible ⬇️ i’m – possible ⬇️ i am possible Everything seems impossible — until you break it down into smaller steps. Happy Wednesday! Get out there and tackle the impossible. – Joel 🔥 Rainbow sent in by Rosie 🙌
Your imagination is bigger than you think. Actually, it’s limitless! Your imagination can solve problems. Your imagination can show you a different perspective. Your imagination can help you create things you don’t even think are possible right now. Today: Tap into your imagination. Happy Thursday!! – Joel
Yesterday, I received this check in the mail… I know it’s only for 1 cent, but it’s better than 0 cents, right?! ***** Earlier this week on my morning walk, I found this pack of sweeper wipe refills on the side of the road… Woohoo! I love finding free stuff! (And my house could use Read more about Tiny things I’m celebrating…[…]
T rust me, you can still find H appiness even when you’re U nder stress… It’s all about R emembering your blessings, S taying patient and optimistic, D eciding to think differently, A nd drinking 15 beers tonight Y ou got this 💪 (Oops I meant drinking relaxing tea and hot chocolate!) Happy Thursday team. Read more about Happy Thursday ma friends![…]
Stuff to try today… Smile at yourself in the mirror this morning. Wish yourself a great day. 😬 Remind yourself of your top 3 superpowers. (mine are positivity, consistency and typing words 🤷♂️) If you screw up today, find the humor in the situation. Everybody makes mistakes, that’s OK! 🤦♀️ Own your flaws. They are Read more about Love yourself first 💆♀️[…]
“The badass in me recognizes the badass in you” A few reminders in case you forgot: You are a hard worker You’re great at solving problems People look up to you And want to be around you! You’re a positive thinker You’re making a difference! You are authentic, dancing to the beat of your own Read more about You are a badass 💪[…]
I used to be a clean freak about my car… 🚗 Always kept it tidy, vacuumed the inside, made it smell good, etc. But… Then I got a kid. A messy kid. A kid who travels with handfuls of toys, snacks, books, spare clothes, and all types of other crap that messies a car. Now Read more about Life is messy (and that’s OK!)[…]
Yep, this Friday marks 100 days until Dec 25th… But the reason I’m letting you know a few days early is to give you time to prepare the best gift ever for someone you love. All you need is a notebook 📓 and a pencil ✏️ 1) Starting this Friday, write one tiny little love note on Read more about 100 days until Christmas! (This Friday)[…]
You probably know the Golden Rule (treat others how you want to be treated)… but have you ever heard of the Platinum Rule? It’s: Treat others how they want to be treated. It’s a subtle difference, but a huge one because it requires willingness to learn the other people’s situation before speaking and acting. Assuming Read more about The Platinum Rule[…]
Happy Thursday!!! Today you are one step closer to t̶h̶e̶ ̶w̶e̶e̶k̶e̶n̶d̶ your goals! So work hard, focus on what matters, and remember you are capable of building anything you want in life. 💪💪💪 – Joel “We did that team relay race this past weekend that I was telling you about (Ragnar Rainier). Pic from the Read more about You’re getting closer[…]
Good morning everyone! Today is Wednesday. And tomorrow, it will not be Wednesday. A week from now, we’ll be in September. A few months from now, we’ll have freezing cold weather. A few years from now, we’ll have changed jobs, our kids will be much older and other big life changes. A few decades from Read more about Wednesday Interlude 🤔[…]
You may be knee deep, trudging through crappy problems this week… But remember, there are other people out there going through similar issues who are absolutely drowning inside. This week: Be considerate. Help others if you can, and don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it! Happy Monday! Go get ’em. – Read more about Knee deep in shhh…[…]
Another day to get stuff done Another day to prove yourself Another day to learn cool stuff Another day to course-correct And build your awesome dream life It’s not “just another day”. It’s “ANOTHER DAY! Woohoo 🥳 🎉” So make it a good one, – Joel From Eric B — “Visiting Carolina Beach North Carolina Read more about Just another day?[…]
“I do not recall a time when negativity fixed anything” – @klinknt If you come across any negativity today, you can either a) join in, foster it, stoke the fire and solve nothing… or b) squash it, rise above it, extinguish it and move on with your awesome life. (pssst! 🤫 Choose option B… You’ll Read more about Negativity = unproductive[…]
My friend said yesterday… “It’s sad that today is the last day of summer. The kids go back to school tomorrow and there’s only 4 months until year 2023”. Whoa! I mean, yes that’s technically true according to clocks and calendars… But just because summer is ending it doesn’t mean the fun has to end!! Read more about Summer is just beginning![…]
Life is like a mirror — Smile at it, and it smiles back at you. ***** Today, try and approach everything you do with a happy and positive outlook. The universe has a funny way of giving you happy and positive experiences in return. Happy Wednesday! A great day to build a great day! – Read more about Life is like a mirror[…]
Yesterday I got this email alert from Google 👇 (I’m not sure why I got this — I must have set up a search alert for my name years ago — I’ve never received a single alert since) Anyway, seeing my (almost) name next to an obituary was kind of frightening. A reminder that life Read more about RIP Joe O’Leary 🪦[…]
I have a scathing email sitting in my draft folder right now… I wrote it yesterday but never hit send. 😈 It’s emotional, scornful, and no good will come from it. But, I still kind of want to sent it!!… (Because honestly I feel helpless and bullied and am having a really hard time getting Read more about Stop me from doing something dumb[…]
You can’t control how this week started. Monday and Tuesday are gone. But you *can* control how this week ends. Today, Thursday and Friday are what you make it. So make it GOOD! Wishing you all happy endings (to the week) 😉 – Joel A pillow fort I made yesterday for my nephews. It lasted Read more about Happy endings 😉[…]
Someone gave me some feedback recently… They asked me to “try to smile more and have a positive look” (when dropping my kid off at school in the morning). Tbh I was pretty shocked to hear this! I thought I already was a smiley and positive dude, especially around kids. But apparently not enough! Then Read more about Your blind spots[…]
It rises, a glorious sun, if one can sit quite long enough, Seeing it, one feels… now I have everything, everything I could ever want. ~ Hafiz ***** Woot woot! It’s FRIDAY!!! And now after reading this poem my plan is to sit and look at the sun all day long! (well, not look directly Read more about Solar Therapy 🌤[…]
This is not your practice life. It’s not a test run. It’s the real deal. We’re playing for keeps. And although every day brings second chances and new opportunities, life is shockingly short. So today: Do things you love, with people you love. Fill every hour with stuff you’re proud to say you did. 😎 Read more about This is not your practice life[…]
kar·ma (noun) 1. The sum of a person’s actions in this and previous states of existence, viewed as deciding their fate in future existences. Today: Do good things, and good things will happen to you. (And even if you don’t believe in this karma stuff –> you should still do good things anyway. Because there’s Read more about Make it a great day (for someone else).[…]
Here are some reasons people fail when trying new things… They run out of time (and quit) They run out of money (and quit) It’s more challenging than they originally thought (so they quit) People make fun of them (so they quit) They get scared (and quit) There’s too much competition out there (so they Read more about Reasons you might fail…[…]
Many years ago I was flying commercially somewhere and I had already been flying in the Air Force a number of years. I had a window seat and I told the employee at the gate that if anybody else would want a window seat, I don’t mind trading. A bit later she called me up Read more about Beautiful stories. Beautiful people.[…]
A few weeks ago I was at Hertz rental car with my aunt and uncle. Like any travel shop right now, this place was busy, understaffed, and full of frustrated customers. We had been waiting a while in line, and just as we were about to get helped a lady barged in front of us Read more about Do good and good things will happen 🚘[…]
Today, you will probably: screw something up waste some time waste some money miss an opportunity eat something unhealthy But that’s totally ok! We can’t be perfect all day every day. We are humans, not robots. We make mistakes. As long as we try to… learn from our screw ups get most of our to-do Read more about Screw ups are inevitable[…]
“Growing old is mandatory. Growing up is optional.” Happy weekend my friends! It’s time to act like kids again. Today I’m planning to watch some cartoons, eat lots of cereal, build sand castles on the beach (then smash them), fly a kite, laugh and play with my friends and stay up way past my bedtime. Read more about Never-never land[…]
Happy “Whens” Day! Finish these self-reflective sentences… I do my best work when _________ I feel courageous when _________ My day is a success when _________ Just something to ponder this morning before you go and create your awesome day ahead. Make it a good one ☝️ – Joel Pic from Christina.. “a beautiful “almost” Read more about Happy Whens Day #2[…]
“Wake up and live” – Bob Marley Happy Sunday! It’s a beautiful day to get up and do… whatever brings you happiness in life! Living life to the fullest means enjoying each and every waking moment — whether that’s simply sipping coffee in the morning, or getting out and doing something crazy you’ve never done Read more about Wake Up & Live[…]
You’re cruising along, minding your own business, working hard towards your goals in life… then suddenly a couch appears in the middle of your road!? 🛋 (Sometimes it’s a metaphorical couch, and sometimes it’s a real couch.) You’re momentarily stuck. What do you do now? Do you get angry, complain, blame others, feel sorry for Read more about There’s a couch on the road! 🛋[…]
S tart with coffee T hink positive thoughts O utshine your peers N ail your entire to-do list E nd work early D ance in the nude (I thought of a few different things for the D sentence, but landed on “dance in the nude” because it’s the funniest Read more about Let’s get STONED 🤫[…]
A famous CEO used to start every Monday morning staff meeting by asking his employees… ”Hey everyone, what are the top 25 dumb things we do around here?” Then he’d make a list, and spend his week fixing those dumb things. Pretty cool, right? Sometimes the most effective way to increase goodness —> is to Read more about The dumb things you do 🙅[…]
Got a challenge for you this week… Find 5 quiet little ways to impress yourself. Don’t worry about other people, their reactions, or how it makes you look. These 5 little things are done by YOU, for YOU. Also keep in mind these don’t have to be achieving huge milestones or personal goals. Just small Read more about Challenge this week: Impress yourself[…]
Today, you are making a deal with yourself… You are trading 1 x Day of your life, and in return you will get _______ memories. What is _______? It can be whatever you want it to be. You get to decide. Are you excited about _______? Is _______ memories worth trading your time for? Will Read more about What are you up to today?[…]
Happy Saturday!!! Wishing you lots of happiness, good vibes, positivity, smiles, hugs and kisses, special moments, delicious foods, relaxing naps, unexpected presents, random signs from the universe, free money, inner peace, uncontrollable laughter, celebrations, play time with friends, raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens… Did I miss anything? Basically whatever stuff you love in Read more about Good vibes coming your way[…]
Received this cool note from Camilla last week… 👇 “I realized something – most of the pictures I have aren’t of the sun itself, but of the beauty the sun creates. Looking at the sun itself is painful and it isn’t always pretty, but when the sun is part of something else, it is inevitably Read more about Cloudy days make the best sunsets 🌦[…]
If you’re going to compare yourself to anyone, compare yourself to yourself. Good questions to ask: 2 years ago, were you providing the same value as you are today? What are 5 things you are really good at, that most people around you aren’t? Would you really trade your awesome life for someone else’s (knowing Read more about Comparison syndrome 🙅♂️[…]
Today — you could be standing next to someone who is trying their best not to fall apart. Smiling on the outside but collapsing inside. So wherever you go and whatever you do today, lead with kindness and compassion 🤗 Have a lovely day! – Joel From Leila K… “Today is my last day in Read more about You never know who needs it…[…]
Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive that is Youer than You. ~ Dr. Seuss ***** Morning, y’all! Just a quick reminder to BE YOURSELF today. In your work meetings, share your fun ideas and don’t hold back your thoughts. If you have a dumb question, ask it! Read more about A quick reminder: Be yourself[…]
Dear everyone: It’s been brought to my attention that some of you have been taking photos of beautiful sunsets, and *not sharing* them with me! 😭 This hurts my feelings. Just kidding. Actually I’m stoked to be getting the photos I do from you guys. It’s fun seeing where you’re from and a what it Read more about Here comes the sun, do do do do 🎶[…]
Yesterday I gave a little kid their first surfing lesson. (Actually, it wasn’t surfing at all — he just sat on a boogie board while I pulled the leash around in shallow water 😂. But we still had a lot of fun!) Anyway, it got me thinking… Sharing your passions in life is more fun Read more about Share your passions 🏄♂️[…]
Did you know?… Water can absorb and store sound effects!? 🔈 If you play classical music to water as it freezes, the microscopic crystals it forms are beautiful and smooth. If you play death metal or heavy rock music, water forms ugly and chaotic crystals. Same with positive and negative word affirmations… If you play Read more about I’m pickin’ up good vibrations[…]
“Some people are so poor, all they have is money” Money is important… But life’s true riches lie elsewhere: Relationships. Experiences. Memories. Love. Time. Peace. Wishing you a happy weekend, filled with the good stuff that money can’t buy. Love, Joel My homemade walnut bread turned out awesome!
Are you feeling extra charitable this morning? Want a chance to “win” one of these small drawings I made?… I’ve set up a silent auction and all the money will be donated to World Central Kitchen (provides fresh meals for displaced Ukrainian families) 12 drawings are up for grabs. Bidding starts at $1 each. Here’s Read more about Want one of these drawings?[…]
A “hater” is someone who discredits, devalues or downplays your accomplishments. Unfortunately, everyone experiences haters from time to time. It’s sad, and it hurts. But you can’t let haters get you down or stop you from doing what you do. When a hater attacks you can: a) Spend your time worrying about it, and guessing Read more about And the haters gonna hate…[…]
I’ve sent this list out before — but it never gets old. Every time I see it there’s a couple things in my life I’m reminded of that I need to change. Successful People: – Want others to succeed too – Adapt to and welcome change – Share and discuss ideas – Take responsibility for Read more about Successful vs. Unsuccessful People[…]
“Look at that poor little tug boat, slaving away pulling the big lazy ship behind” ”Huh? I see an awesome little tug boat!… It’s out there inspiring and leading all the bigger ships!” “It’s sad those boats have to work on such a beautiful day“ ”What? They have the best work environment ever, doing what Read more about Look on the bright side[…]
“Sometimes we think really nice things about people, but we forget to *say* those things to them” Today: Tell someone you like… what you like about them. Sharing your nice thoughts will make their day (and yours maybe too 😉) Happy weekend! – Joel Woke up and found this on the side of my house. Read more about Compliments”R”us[…]
Fill in the blanky-blanks… Friday is _______ day! Today I will kick ass at ________. I am so grateful for ________. Today I’m gonna help ______ get the ______ done. And when I get off work, I’m gonna do a whole lot of _______!!!! Today is what you make it. (So, may as well make Read more about 5 for Friday[…]
“While you were waking up this morning, someone else out there was breathing their last breath.” Sorry for the morbid-ish quote so early in the morning… Actually this message isn’t about death… It’s about LIFE!! And how each day you wake up breathing is a blessing. And how we should take advantage of another opportunity Read more about Another awesome day to ______________[…]
Chatting with a therapist friend a while ago, he gave me some awesome advice dealing with kids. He said… “When you work with kids, try to enter their world before teaching, explaining things, or disciplining them. Kids see things completely different than you, so meet them in their world” Great advice. It’s been working well. Read more about Meet them in their world[…]
“I’m a big believer in luck. The harder I work, the luckier I get.” Happy St Patrick’s Day, my friends! Wishing you a fun day of working hard (and getting lucky 😘) – Joel From my penpal, Christina in Northern California… “I’m pretty sure I told you about the leprechaun traps my boys used to Read more about Work hard, luck hard.[…]
Sally had a habit of misplacing and losing her pens. She always bought cheap pens so she didn’t have to worry about replacement costs. Sally just assumed she was a “careless and forgetful person”, and lived her life that way. Then one day her friend suggested she try buying the most expensive pen she could Read more about More value, more effort placed.[…]
What do you want? How far along are you? What is in the way? Who is in the way? How do you feel? What is your very next *small* step? Can you take that small step today, or start this week? ***** Good morning and happy Wednesday! This question stack above has helped me refocus Read more about Quick Refocus Questions 🙇♂️[…]
I heard a new word floating around recently… Stresslaxing. It means: “when relaxing activities make you even more stressed, because you’re not out working on whatever is making you stressed in the first place” Have you ever felt this? Like sometimes stressful work or problems in life start to invade your personal time and you Read more about Stresslaxing | A Few Things That Might Help[…]
Happy Friday my friends! Today’s mission: Share the love that was missing during the week. Make amends, let go of grievances, fill happiness gaps, cheer people up, share fun stories, and remind those around you that what they do matters. It’s a great day to have a great day. Make sure others know it too Read more about A great day –> to have a great day[…]
They say that “beauty is in the eye of the beholder”. If this is true, it means that beauty doesn’t exist on its own… It is created by observers. Beauty is created by you, and me, and everyone else. So, really: everything in existence is beautiful… …it’s just waiting for the right observers to come Read more about You create the beauty[…]
“Never miss a good chance to shut up” – Will Rogers Reminders for today: Listen more than you speak. Try the 80/20 rule, listening 80% of the time and only yapping for 20% 🤫 Some things are better left unsaid. If you’re going to hurt someone, gossip, or spread negativity, it’s best to just bite Read more about Shaddapa your face.[…]