Great Thoughts From My Doctor, Dr. Clarke

I have a ton of respect for one of my doctors, Dr. Clarke. He will be retiring soon, but I've learned so much from him. He recently published his first book and signed it for me. I was thrilled! But more than that, it's a great book and I wanted to share some of his key points. He really focuses on how stress can make people ill and the importance of having joy in your life. It's so true. And quite powerful!

Here are some great things he said to me in his office one day..... I made a mental note!

~People don't take enough time for themselves.

~People are busy trying to fix everyone else and everything around them. They forget to focus on themselves!

~The best advice he gives his patients is "go find something you love to do and do it! Get some joy back into your life."

~Sadly enough, some of his patients have felt their best when they are sick and in the hospital. That's when they actually have an oppurtunity to focus just on themselves and not worry about anything/anyone else. I find that really interesting and very sad.....

~Many people have had stressful upbringings and carry that into their adult lives. They continue to be stressed!

~Many of his patients who are stressed, don't admit they are stressed. A lot of them don't even know they are!

Something to think about.....

Find Your Joy!

Goals....

Having goals is so important. I know I just wouldn't be a happy person without goals in my life. I wonder how I ever survived before I discovered the importance of goals? I notice when I start to feel unhappy or unfullfilled it's because I've been sliding on my goals. The beautiful thing, you can start right back at it again and turn it all around! (in an "instant" even, as Tony Robbins always says!) Setting and accomplishing goals has truly made me a happier and more confident person. Whether it's a small goal or big goal, it's a great feeling of accomplishment! I am grateful for always wanting to strive for more in my life and for always having new goals! Goals ROCK! We have the power to do anything. Believe it and don't ever lose sight of that! I highly recommend making a "Vision Board." You will be amazed how much more you will accomplish by being able to see your goals! I have accomplished 6 goals on my Vision Board already and will continue until every goal is finished. I will then make a new Vision Board...... Get inspired by making a Vision Board!

"The most important thing about motivation is goal setting. You should always have a goal."

-Francie Larrieu Smith

Random Thoughts.....

I've learned that life is to be treasured every single day. We are so incredibly lucky to be here! I'm glad I've learned to appreciate my life so much because it really has changed me in positive ways. Everyday is important to me, every single thing I do is important, every person is important to me, every wonderful moment I experience is treasured, and every lesson I learn is greatly appreciated.

I've learned that gratitude brings you so much more in your life! I've learned the importance of gratitude in the last year and I'm so thankful for that! I cannot imagine my life without gratitude! I know that even when I'm being challenged in my life, I will always feel grateful. It's been one of the most empowering experiences for me! My wish is that everyone can feel grateful, in the best of times and in the worst of times!

My First Post....

So I decided to finally blog. I've been thinking about it for some time now, but since recently reading Thinkingal's blog, I got really inspired! So thank you Tracey! I love to write and what a great way for me to help inspire others. That's what I live for!

Stay tuned.