Good Morning: Desire is the Strongest Motivation

“In my experience, there is only one motivation, and that is desire. No reasons or principle contain it or stand against it.” ~Jane Smiley   Good morning!   I have long been a believer in the type of “desire” Jane refers … Continue reading

Good Morning: Greet Everyone with Kindness and Compassion

“Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for kindness.” ~Seneca Good morning!   Think about your last several days. Try to envision the faces of people that you saw, try to remember what they were saying, or what … Continue reading

Good Morning: Do You Nurture Relationships?

“Don’t forget to salt the rice.” ~Artris Kelone Submitted by Good Morning reader Jadenda   Good morning!   Jadenda (what a cool name!) sent in this note with her Good Morning that I wanted to share with you.   This is … Continue reading

Good Morning: Share a Smile

“Smile today … one smile can make miles and miles of smiles.” ~Lisa’s Mother   Good morning!   A while back, I received a wonderful email that is perfect to share with you.   Lisa wrote, “I was just sending an … Continue reading

Good Morning: There Is No Such Thing As A “Long Day”

Me: “I’ve had a long day, Sammy.” My 10 year old: “Actually – all of your days are the same, Mother. It is just your perception that is changing.” Good morning! The other evening I came home from my office … Continue reading

Good Morning: Ask, Listen and Learn

“When problems arise, don’t get furious, get curious.” ~Anonymous Good morning!   I have always been an advocate of asking questions. My friends will tell you that whenever I meet someone, I ask them so many questions they would likely think … Continue reading

Good Morning: Follow Your Heart

“Everyone should carefully observe which way his heart draws him, and then choose that way with all of his strength.” ~Hasidic Proverb Good morning!     I have said it before, but it is worth repeating. Stress, anxiety, and depression are … Continue reading

Good Morning: Let Go of Harmful Emotions

“Letting go is an act of strength and courage. It helps healing begin, frees you of the weight of the past, and opens doors to a new future.” ~From the book, Lift Me Up by Stephanie Tourlea Good morning!   In … Continue reading

Good Morning: Love Yourself for Who You Are

“Like the person you see first, in the mirror, each morning!” ~Brook Noel Good morning!   Let’s start this morning with a question. If you have children, are they perfect? If you have a spouse or significant other – is he … Continue reading

Good Morning: Take Time to Appreciate What You Have

“What a wonderful life I’ve had!  I only wish I’d realized it sooner.” ~Colette Good morning!   So much is shared and conveyed in this thirteen-word quote. Odds are it doesn’t need much interpreting or analysis as it probably speaks to … Continue reading