tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80677191296148314182024-03-13T05:05:07.478+01:00Reach for the SkyI am by no means an expert in the financial department, I intend to document my own way through trial and error, all the way to my personal dream and goal - financial freedom. I also believe in the wonders of gratitude and positive thinking. Join me, as I make my journey through the topics of gratitude and financial freedom.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00958982148369818508noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-50676275094292532172012-10-07T16:36:00.002+02:002012-10-07T16:36:51.561+02:00Commitment problem...? How to kick procrastination in 7 steps<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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As of wikipedia the word <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commitment">'commitment'</a> is simply defined as "...the <span style="background-color: white; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19.200000762939453px;">state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc.. It is also known as a pledge or an undertaking." Amongst many other things it may refer to "promise or personal commitment". </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The human mind can reach extraordinary levels when it comes to making up self-justifications. Believe me, you and I know this all too well. Nevertheless, all the excuses in the universe will not stifle that nagging feeling that we just did something wrong. It follows you around and grows, and becomes a dark cloud above our head - at least that is how I feel about it. I decided to do some research, and find out what CAN be done to better keep to my own promises. However simple they may appear to be, it's worth it to be honest to yourself, not only for your own good, but also for the closest people to you. Let's break it down...</span><div>
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1. <b>Be honest with yourself.</b> However good the intention, make sure that you are able to fulfil it. Do you really have the opportunity, time and desire to stick to your word? Are you sure you are not going to let yourself or another person down? Remember, never feel forced into a promise, always make sure the promise comes sincerely from deep inside of you. --- Look back on this, if you were honest about your promise, and you have all the means to fulfil it, then why aren't you? What is holding you back?</div>
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2. <b>Ask yourself if you mean it.</b> Are you sure that you are willing to go through with your promise? Do you think you will be able to go through all the negative consequences of breaking the promise? If you do not mean it, and you are not able to honestly promise something, then you have to learn to be assertive, and say "No" to something that does not appeal to you.... right at the beginning, and not foolishly lead someone on.</div>
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3. <b>Analyse your motivation behind the promise.</b> Be sure to know the "why" behind the agreement to promise something. Are you helping someone, or did you want to get someone out of your hair for a while (until they come asking about the promise again). Did you get pressured into the promise? Is there something to gain or lose if make the promise, is it worth it for you? Were you hoping for a reward, but it fell through and you are no longer motivated? Clear out the warning signs in your head, clarify the issue if it is of significant importance to you. Don't keep it eating you from the inside. </div>
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4. <b>Start taking your promises seriously.</b> Respect yourself, treat others and yourself exactly the way that you would like to be treated. Would you like someone to back out of a promise that is important to you? No? So, do not let yourself be that person. Cultivate your reputation, if it is important to you, make sure that you are a trustworthy person, and you're not only taking seriously the promises that you make to others, but first and foremost - make sure you keep your own promises to yourself. It does a lot for your own self-image, self-trust, and self-worth. </div>
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5. <b>Turn a promise into a written contract.</b> You may not have a problem keeping promises that you made to other people, that's great! But it seems harder (for me) to keep promises to myself, because nobody is watching the progress, nobody is holding me accountable. So, sit down, take out a good-quality-looking paper, type and print out the terms and condition that you would like to apply to it, make spaces for paragraphs, number them, draw lines for your signature, treat it as if it was the most important contract that you will ever sign. Put it in a flip-file, or any other file that you use to keep important documents. Make sure you can always see it, and that it is within arm's reach. It's got to be there - looking at you! Like certificates at a doctor's office. </div>
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6. <b>If You cannot do it when you said, do it later.</b> Never give up entirely, although it may seem tempting, but try to do it as soon as you have the next opportunity. Watch yourself not to succumb to procrastination, as it creeps up slowly, and unnoticed at first. Make sure that you don't miss your opportunity to fulfil your promise. </div>
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7. <b>Certify yourself. </b>As with the certificates in the doctor's office; You can frame them, and make sure others see what you are most proud of, or you can choose to file them to a folder of your accomplishments. Take pride in your work. Designing a certificate is not rocket science, ask a friend for help if needed, and printing it.. is even easier. Make them fun/ creative, to show how much fun you've had keeping your own promises to yourself. Show them off to others, online through your blog, or offline, in your own room. </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Click on the link for the original text, I used the numbers and the titles of the 6 steps, but I couldn't fully agree with them, so I wrote my own take it "<a href="http://www.arinanikitina.com/7-key-steps-for-keeping-promises-to-yourself-and-others.html#hide">7 Steps for keeping promises to yourself and others</a>". Feel free to check out the site with the original steps, and compare which take appeals to you the besst, and use it for your own good. Be inspired!</span></div>
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<b>Have you ever broken a promise? </b><u>I have!</u> I promised myself that will record 40 videos on youtube, of me thanking for 5 things everyday leading up to my birthday. I started making excuses, blaming others, dodging questions that could make me uncomfortable, and finally, so many days have passed that I decided to let it go. Whhhoaaa! But why? I was so determined and convinced that it is the right thing to do in the beginning. First excuses, and then, procrastination, and then the feeling that nothing is going to happen anyway. </div>
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Whenever there is something wrong with me, I always go into "research mode", and I find out anything possible as to why it did not work out, or why is something happening to me, e.g. health symptoms. I loved the idea of the written contract. It's not all lost yet, I have 21 days left to my birthday ^^ I loved my gratitude idea from the beginning, I don't see why I should give up on it completely, as I still have some time left. This gives me hope, and I can see the tiny match lit at the end of the tunnel to personal growth. </div>
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I felt so good to write it all out. </div>
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Here's my contract, <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EQ0rds5peJRN7lXZGPWmcDfrmRUZNkAEqnJ2x6c02_I/edit"><click here> </a> add any ideas in the comments below, as the document is read-only. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00958982148369818508noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-37208427135014139422012-09-18T13:54:00.000+02:002012-09-18T13:54:03.439+02:00Exploring my choices: Gratitude or....?.... or what? What could I possibly choose instead of gratitude, what in the world could possibly be better than this wonderful action? Why is it easier to intentionally choose to think about all the hardships in life, bills to pay, health problems?<br />
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So how about <u>intentionally </u>diving into gratitude head-first, <i> despite it all.</i><br />
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Should you accept the challenge - mention 5 things you are grateful for today. I decided to go one step further, and record a video, everyday for 40 days. This is huge for me, as I am camera-shy, and I don't really like speaking publicly... watch my first ever personal video, excuse the quality, I'll work on it once I get the hang of it all.<br />
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I hope I did well, keep your fingers crossed. Oh my, I'm already thinking about tomorrow's list.<br />
Any feedback? Feel free to comment or respond to my video. <i><b style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Thank you!</b></i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00958982148369818508noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-33584316490112376052012-08-30T17:24:00.000+02:002012-08-30T17:24:46.364+02:00Taking a leap - keep your fingers crossedBefore doing 'it' I had a tidal wave of worry. I decided to write it all out and publish my concerns... to let them go, in a way. I wonder if anyone else has/had these concerns when trying out something new, something they've never done before.<br />
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-x- Will I even get a dollar?<br />
-x- What if I don't, will it make me look stupid for trying?<br />
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-x- Did I choose the best site to go ahead with it?<br />
-x- Is this the right way to do it?<br />
-x- How do I know that I will succeed?<br />
Despite all of that, I still believe in my goal, and I believe it's worth a try!<br />
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>I came across the above picture on facebook, it must have been circulating for a while, and it could not have come at a better time for me. <<br />
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I was inspired by the first project I ever backed: <a href="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cranktank/im-fine-thanks">"I'm fine, thanks"</a>, which lead me to explore their blog <a href="http://manvsdebt.com/">Man Vs Debt</a>.<br />
There are so many people out there doing what they truly want, reaching their goals, and sharing their knowledge with the world! Now, I know I can not compare (yet), but I too have a dream... a goal, and I am overcome by the feeling of change within me. Join me in my journey!<br />
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Ever heard of crowdfunding? Check out sites like <a href="http://www.kickstarter.com/">Kickstarter</a> or <a href="http://gogetfunding.com/">Go get funding</a> for more information. If you know the story, visit my project <a href="http://gogetfunding.com/project/happy-birthday-means-debt-free-birthday"><b>RIGHT HERE!</b></a> See you there!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-16611903383713414422012-08-09T00:22:00.000+02:002012-08-09T00:22:55.402+02:00Another day, another updateThe long-awaited bonus arrived on my bank account today. I let myself be happy about it for a few hours, and then transferred it over to one of the people I owe. Yeeey, that bonus puts me ahead 2 months in my quest to pay off my debt. I'm still looking for ways to pay off my loan earlier.... It's amazing what things come to mind, when somethings becomes so hot in my mind, it becomes an obsession, I love this state of mind! More to come soon, hopefully, later this month :) Yeeey! <table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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Round of applause for meee!</div>
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This is it, I know I will come back to this later, just for the sake of memories, or remembering old ideas, learning not to make the same mistakes, or build/expand on current ideas. I like writing, sometimes the words just flow through me, and I like having this outlet, it really helps. Although I can't pinpoint yet in what way exactly, I really feel that this is something good. Babbling? No, it's just me searching for the sense in writing all this.<br />
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There was little to no response to the item I posted on a local site. I had a price tag attached to the item, and it was only one item out there on one national site. The statistics showed that people viewed the item, but there was no response.<br />
<i>OK, so now, how do I turn this around?</i> - I thought.<br />
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First, I decided that I don't really want to <b>sell</b> these things, I'd like my <strike>crap</strike> belongings to find a new home, a new shelf, someone who will need, or at least appreciate having them.<br />
So, I put them up again as things I'd like to give away for free, with a note that I'd just like a small donation. Really, nothing huge, and not necessarily the real worth of the product. Only something symbolic.<br />
I think it's a win-win. I will get a small donation, minimize the number of items at home, and someone who really, really wants this thing will get a bargain.<br />
I wonder if this has worked for anybody? I have no idea, I have not asked around, and I certainly did not see anything like this before. I will see how it works out for me.<br />
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-- Debt-freedom update --<br />
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<u>Overall: <b>55.1%</b></u><br />
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Yeeeeey! A round of applause for meeee!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-6044770332343918712012-07-25T12:02:00.001+02:002012-07-25T12:02:55.992+02:00This month's details...<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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Now that I am a little more than half-way through paying my loan back, it gets harder to remember who I paid and how much. I decided to make it less confusing for myself, keep it as much up-to-date as possible, and also make backup notes in a notebook at home. So, besides the main ticker with the overall amount in %, I have created 2 addition tickers, one for each of the people I owe.<br />
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Unfortunately, I also had an emergency at home after we changed an old cold water meter, one of the pipes next to it decided to start leaking. Cold water meter, plus fixing the leak set me back a bit. I didn't have the money on me to pay the plumber, so I borrowed - yeeeey! Gotta give that back this month too.<br />
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Counting down to my payday this month, as it seems there might be a little more cash coming in because of our transfer. I'm happy that I can just use it to jump-start a little, as the usual pace was getting somewhat boring. I'm also sad for my boyfriend's car breaking down, I wish I could support him in any way. My support this month is paying him back as much as I can. He will either need to fix it or sell it. I wish he would just sell it, at least the problem would be gone. It's up to him though.<br />
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Adding my separate tickers up, they will be on the right side, straight under the overall amount ticker. Please keep you fingers crossed for me.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-85549260229813689002012-07-19T13:58:00.000+02:002012-07-19T13:59:44.797+02:00Actually selling...After procrastinating for... <i>forever</i>, I decided to put at least one item up for sale/auction. Yes, I'm using the mantra here that.... if you feel overwhelmed, take this one small step, and you will see the ball roll from there...<br />
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So, I'm going to watch the progress now with this one item, possibly start putting up more items through the week. The cool thing is that I have most of the pictures taken, all I really need to do is schedule computer time at home, and tingle those writing skills to make my items look/feel desirable, and also choose the best platforms to sell off my crap.<br />
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Inspiration:<br />
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So, who knows what will come of this, will I end up selling my stuff (and thus helping to pay my car loan), or giving them away to friends/family (creating a more meaningful living space). Either way it seems it's a win! My first item up, picked randomly (to start the ball rolling), is an armband for a mobile, which can be used while running, nordic walking, cycling - you name it! I had another two of these (currently being used by family members). It also has the logo of a very popular mobile sports app - endomondo :) Very practical thing. Fingers crossed.<br />
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It's amazing how many things happen in life. I was lucky enough last year to get a car to help me get to work and help me develop my dream of running a small business. Though, I wasn't thorough when it comes to paying back, I enjoyed the extra cash for a while :) hehe :) It's just me. </div>
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But... I've been noticing a dark, overwhelming, gloomy, thunder cloud floating over my head. Yep, it's the debt calling, ringing in my ears, banging out any other seed of thought that tries to stem into something meaninful. When I realised that I'll soon get crushed by this feeling, I decided to take action. And, as usual, I wouldn't be myself if I didn't document it through my Blog. I left a few previously posted things, mainly from the A-Z of 2011, and other gratitude posts, which can be found in the archive -- if any soul is interested. From now, until the very last 'cent' is paid up I will be writing about reaching this particular goal. I like being applauded for the most mundane things, so go ahead, leave your thought in the comment section. </div>
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As of today I have paid up almost 48% of my debt. The reason I'm using % instead of real money is that I think there are many different currencies in the world, and I could be misunderstood. </div>
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People think it's easy saving money when there's a certain <strike>bad</strike> habit involved....just get rid of this habit, they say. My vice is chocolate, and I think it's much worse than smoking, at least I am informed about the dangers of smoking on the packet, but sweets..... Anyway, I have a small support group, but sometimes I want to say more, and I'm not sure I could do that uninterrupted. </div>
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I want support, hugs, applause! I know I am obliged to give that money back, there is no question about it, and even though I know it's obvious that I need to pay back, I still want a pat on the back for doing it. There. Sounds childish? Oh well. Too bad. </div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--UC2wXc1JqY/TZCTBdBHFUI/AAAAAAAAANE/4LgteZlhGPE/s1600/weneedyourideas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: justify;"><img border="0" height="153" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--UC2wXc1JqY/TZCTBdBHFUI/AAAAAAAAANE/4LgteZlhGPE/s200/weneedyourideas.jpg" width="200" /></a>Now, how <b>DO</b> I get this money when I have a limited amount of resources (day-job salary, <a href="http://speaking-zone.pl/">English Speaking Zone</a>), out of which every month I give back to those that I owe. Keeping this pace I would be through in about 10-12 months. Yet I want to be through with this debt in 4 months.Possible? For now, I have no reason to doubt myself. </div>
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So, watch my little car ticker speed off to its 100% destination!Yee-haa!</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-42336905752343516262011-09-19T08:38:00.001+02:002011-09-19T08:38:34.259+02:00Thought of the day<div style="text-align: center;">
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<br /><span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitudes of mind.</span></i></span><br /></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-44016896420769238802011-05-15T22:24:00.000+02:002011-05-15T22:24:57.133+02:00Rain...After a relatively long break, I decided that this blog will go on without a schedule, I will just keep on writing my Thank you's as they come, it's so much better that way... at least I think so.<br />
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So today, something simple... Thank you for.... <i>RAIN</i><br />
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- I love the sound, the fresh air, the fact that I can watch nature change because of rain... :) <br />
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I'm sitting in my room now, enjoying the evening, with my window open - breathing in deeply, aaaah. I have an inspiring stack of books right next to me on my desk, and I can't wait to get through them...<br />
Recently I was listening to a lot of people moaning about the weather... <i>winter</i> - they kept on saying... "when's the sun going to come out".... <i>April</i> - "the Sun's not shining bright enough", <i>a few days in May</i> - "it's soo hot, I can't take it anymore" - <i>Today</i> - "oh, and now it's raining, perfect, and it's the weekend", the world is turning it's back on me.... moAanErs, MoaaNerS.... <br />
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... but I'm thankful for all these people as well, sometimes I do give out a moan myself - nevertheless, I try to pick those thoughts out and throw them out the window... it's time to smile. all's good! :)<br />
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I love falling asleep listening to the rain :)<br />
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Reached for the Sky with the challenge!!<br />
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Yeeeeey!! I'm just going to make this short and sweet!!! I'm happy!<br />
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<b>post-challenge stats (as of 2 May)</b> * before / <b><u>after</u></b><br />
Followers: 24<b> </b>/ <u><b>85</b></u><br />
Daily visits max: 26<b> / <u>31</u> </b>(last 30days)<br />
Total pageviews: 420 / <b><u>981</u></b> Most-read post: (<b>28 views all time</b>) <a href="http://goal2goal.blogspot.com/2011/02/my-sister.html">My Sister</a><br />
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Thank you for supporting me even though sometimes I let go... and you kept coming, and commenting, just letting me know that you are there for me.<br />
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Thank you!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-23319355762917493552011-05-01T23:00:00.001+02:002011-05-01T23:01:12.116+02:00Gratitude A - Z: Z<u><b>Zone</b></u> - There are a couple of important 'zones' for me... First and foremost, the idea - that one day out of the blue - showed up in my mind, and after careful consideration was called <i><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">English Speaking Zone</span></i>...<br />
<u>You can find it on: </u><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">Blogger - <a href="http://english-speaking-zone.blogspot.com/">English Speaking Zone </a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Website - <a href="http://speaking-zone.pl/">English Speaking Zone</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Facebook - <a href="http://www.facebook.com/EnglishSpeakingZone">English Speaking Zone</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">also available on Skype and twitter! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">And on top of that, I am just thankful that I have the will to leave my own comfort zone and create a new one when possible.</div><br />
<u><b>Zest</b></u> - as one of the 24 strengths possessed by humanity - is sometimes overflowing in my life, and sometimes seems like it's just enough.... excitement, energy, challenge, motivation.... thank you for all of that and more.... It's all just where it should be! Thank you!<br />
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<u><b>Yesterday</b></u> - Thank you for what has been, as it helps me move forward, my experience and knowledge doesn't define me, but helps me reach my goals and just be me, the one, who I want to be.<br />
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<u><b>Youth</b></u> - Thank you for my youth, I have gone through some rough days and also through a lot of good! And for that I am grateful, and hopeful that I will remain young at heart forever!<br />
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<u><b>Yoga</b></u> - It's something that fascinates me, I haven't tried it yet. However, I'm grateful for having found out so much about yoga, all the books that I have read, and the peace and calm that is within me everytime I learn something new. Thank you for that, and I also hope to take it a step further soon.<br />
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<i>Thank you!</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-9975593722726969412011-05-01T21:34:00.000+02:002011-05-01T21:34:48.000+02:00Gratitude A - Z: X<u><b>X-mas</b></u> - Thank you for the wonderful time that Christmas is. Although I have a 'thing' about expecting too much (yep, material girl type), nevertheless it is very fulfilling, full of love, family and foooood! Thank you for that time, we can sit together, talk, and remember past xmas'es. My favourite part - unwrapping gifts!!<br />
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<u><b>X-factor</b></u> - and other shows like that (e.g Idol, So you think you can dance, ....'s got talent) for the chance that these talented people get, and for the fact that I can watch them, see them be happy, reach their goals, reach the stars!!!<br />
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<u><b>Water</b></u> - Thank you for this lovely liquid that is the life of everthing! There was a time when I didn't like drinking water, there must've been something wrong with me ;) Thank you for lovely, clean, thirst-quenching water :)<br />
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<u><b>Wealth</b></u> - Thank you for the wealth that I have acquired within me. All my experiences, my life, memories, lessons.... and the wealth that I have visualised - I'm watching it come true now :) Thank you<br />
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<u><b>Weather</b></u> - Thank you for the beautiful weather!! Oh my... how I love Spring and Summer! :) Thank you for the sunlight, blue skies, light breeze, the fresh green colours.... I enjoy this so much.<br />
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<u><b>Woman</b></u> - I'm a woman - and thank heavens for that!! Not that there is anything wrong with being a man - but, I'm just happy that I AM a woman, I embrace that, I love it, and I would not change it! Thank you!<br />
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Of course they will be out when I come back....Stay tuned! :)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-80037710995910413132011-04-28T12:02:00.000+02:002011-04-28T12:02:00.847+02:00Gratitude A - Z: V<u><b>Vanilla</b></u> - Thank you for this wonderful smell, I love vanilla candles, vanilla ice-cream.... mmmm yummy :) I'm so happy that this smell is present out there for me :)<br />
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<u><b>Veins</b></u> - Thank you for all the blood rushing through my veins, keeping me alive, working hard for my body to function. I wouldn't be here otherwise.<br />
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<u><b>Vet</b></u> - Thank you to the vet that I visit with my dog, and before that with my cat and the little family he created. I'm really grateful that I know him, and so far nothing happened to make me change my mind. There is a team there, and I love both the guys who work there, for their knowledge and expertise. Thank you for being there!<br />
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<u><b>Vocabulary</b></u>- Thank you for all the words I have managed to adopt so far, and all the words out there waiting for me :) It's so much fun learning, and then using that knowledge :)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.lastfm.pl/group/Addicted+to+Last.fm/forum/33633/_/616551/88?setlang=pl">Source</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-22215402346907366512011-04-25T21:37:00.000+02:002011-04-25T21:37:19.589+02:00Gratitude A - Z: U<u><b>Understand</b></u> - Thank you for the ability to understand, not only languages, but other people, events, lessons, generally life. I am happy and humbled that I have the ability to at least use a bit of my brain to serve some kind of a purpose. I like to watch what happens around me, and although I might not understand everything, I am aware of that, and I make a point to find out. Thank you.<br />
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<u><b>Unforgetable</b></u> - Thank you for all the unforgetable experiences given to me in my life, all the places I have visited, seen, felt, and remembered. All the unforgetable songs and singers that have come about in my time. Thank you for all that has ever made its mark in my life. It is what makes a person, thank you for making these events - good or bad - unforgetable... :)<br />
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<u><b>Unique</b></u> - I am unique, thank heavens there is noone else like me out there! Thank you for that, I am me, and I don't have to be anyone or anything else :) I have ideas, ambition, an open mind, ability to search for information and learn a lot if I really want to! :) That's me, I'm complicated and extremely happy that I will never fit into one paragraph, there's always something new about me that will surface when the time is right.<br />
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<u><b>Universe</b></u> - Thank you for all the discoveries made, and everything that is now a fact. There is so much more to explore, and that's is a lesson that is to be taken home... Nothing is ever fully discovered, there is always something or someone out there who will surprise me, bring out the best in me, so many more people to meet, and experiences to gather.... I like to stand with my arms lifted high above my head, eyes closed, and thinking about me and my place in the world. I have yet to make my mark :) but I am positive about what is to come, and I'm glad to embrace life. Thank you for letting me know where I am, and helping me find my own road.<br />
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<i>Thank you!</i><br />
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<u><b>Trust</b></u> - Thank you for the ability to trust and be trustworthy! I like people whom I can trust, and I am blessed that I have these kind of wonderful individuals around me. Thank you for being there.<br />
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<b><u>Television</u></b> - Thank you for the world that is out there, all the fun and educational channels, and all the great movies I get to see on TV. There are far too many commercials I must say, but all is good. TV is something good for a few hours, but not all day of course. Thank you for the age of colour, LCD, internet, and any other kind of television out there.<br />
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<u><b>Telephone</b></u> - another important device to thank for. It usually is glued to my hand, and I'm texting and calling people all day :) so much fun! and before that, back in the pre-internet ages it was 'just' a stationary home phone, and long distance (South Africa - Poland) calls timed by stop-watch because they were so expensive. I'm grateful to see it evolve, and become so much fun, and so much part of my life :) Thank you!<br />
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<u><b>Target</b></u> - I'm glad to be able to set goals, and getting myself to set targets. Thank you for the right mind-set, a good, positive attitude that gets me there :)<br />
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<i>Thank you!</i><br />
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</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-25813977405721861642011-04-22T17:56:00.001+02:002011-04-22T17:57:38.115+02:00Gratitude A - Z: S<span style="font-size: large;"><u><b>Sister</b></u></span> - I love my Sister, we had our ups and downs in childhood, but I cant imagine not seeing or knowing about her. Life has scattered us in different places, but in our global village, we are as close to each other as can be.<br />
I send my love over to you, wish you and your family nothing but the best! I wasn't aware of this before, I'm even thankful for this enlightment, but I really don't know who would I be without her. I would probably be a totally different person... Thank you for your love, your patience, the world you have shown me, the real and skype-hugs :) I miss you so much, and I love you! Don't ever doubt that, although you know best that I can be a pain in the.... ehem.... :) Thank you for being there!<br />
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<u><b>Sight </b></u>- Thank you for the wonderful gift of sight! I cannot imagine not seeing all that is around me at the moment, all the wonderful colours, people, places. I do wear glasses, and I have worn them for so long I don't consider them an obstacle. Thank you for this wonderful ability to see anything and everything :) I am eternally grateful!<br />
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<u><b>Smile</b></u> - Thank you for the ability to smile, to acknowledge what good happens around me and share a smile with the world! How lovely is it to have a free, happy soul :) Thank you for making my life relatively easy, all the lessons learned, all the hardships.... I can look back with gratitude and smile toward the future :) Thank you! A sincere smile shared with a stranger is just priceless :)<br />
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There are many more "S" words, the list is endless, I just picked a few. Thank you for the time <b>YOU</b> spend here, and I hope you can relate, and feel my gratitude :)<br />
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<i>Thank you!</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.elementsgifts.co.nz/decor/poems-and-plaques/sister-poem.html">Source</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-20191486491123872042011-04-21T23:50:00.000+02:002011-04-21T23:50:18.410+02:00Gratitude A - Z: R<u><b>Reading</b></u> - I Love reading, and I'm thankful for this love installed in me by my mom, who would tell me about the books she read :) and it would inspire me to go ahead and read those books! Thank you!<br />
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<u><b>Receive</b></u> - I am deeply grateful for all that I have ever received :) I appreciate anything and everything that was ever given to me... although my expectations tend to rise nearer to my birthday, haha, whose doesn't? Anyway, I am grateful for anything that was given to me as a gift in the form of a precious object or an experience :) Thank you!<br />
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<u><b>Relationship</b></u> - I am highly grateful for my treasured relationship with my Man :) I love it just the way it is, already it is way beyond any of my dreams :) I happy, I feel loved, my soul is fed ;)<br />
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<u><b>Responsible</b></u> - Thank you for helping me turn into the person that I am, responsible... of course with many other positive qualities (I hope), I'm not perfect or anything, I just know, that I am responsible enough to know the choices I have and the consequences of my actions. I, myself, am responsible for my life :)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.thesecret.com.au/42921/my-birthday-reflections-and-revelations/">Source</a></td></tr>
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<u><b>Questions</b></u> - Thank you for an inquisitive mind, asking questions, not always settling for what I'm given, learning, open minded :) I'm happy that I'm not just going blindly forward, but also look around, observe, enquire, experience.<br />
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<i>Thank you!</i><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-peSFQoBCNzE/Ta6JWaAOl3I/AAAAAAAAAS4/qxF2v2MfRyE/s1600/rainbow-joy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="226" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-peSFQoBCNzE/Ta6JWaAOl3I/AAAAAAAAAS4/qxF2v2MfRyE/s320/rainbow-joy.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.stratejoy.com/2009/04/8-strategies-to-improve-your-quality-of-life/">Source</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-22634214367848762292011-04-19T23:51:00.002+02:002011-04-20T09:34:48.039+02:00Gratitude A - Z: P<u><b>Pleasures of life</b></u> - Thank you for all the wonderful things happening, any kind of pleasure, at home, or after work, just chilling, or just reading a book :) anything, no matter how small is worth being thankful for.<br />
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<u><b>Personality</b></u> - Thank you for the person I turned out to be, I'm aware of who I am in most aspects, there are things to work on (I know), but I like who I am :) It's just me... :D<br />
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<u><b>Photography</b></u> - I love looking at great pictures taken by people, mostly nature, or photos taken from unexpected angles. I try to play around a bit myself, just for me... but I like to be left in awe of the wonderful work that people out there do for the rest to enjoy, people who are passionate, and it shows in their pictures.... :) I love being able to see that! Thank you.<br />
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<u><b>People</b></u> - Thank you for all the people that were, are, and will be in my life. Note everyone made it - but each and every person has left a mark, I appreciate it, and I'm thankful for everything that I ever learned, even if it was a short encounter. Thank you!<br />
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<u><b>Positivity</b></u> - Thank you for the bursts of positivity I get, I love using that time to do as much as I can! I love when it lasts for a while. I enjoy being positive, and I miss it when I'm not... Thank you for every time that I was, it's always precious!<br />
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<i>Thank you!</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.istockphoto.com/stock-illustration-9826296-positivity-the-better.php">Source</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-60209667983560476172011-04-18T23:35:00.000+02:002011-04-18T23:35:29.845+02:00Gratitude A - Z: O<u><b>October</b></u> - Thank you for that wonderful month - I was born in October, and I'm happy to be a Scorpio :) it is a beautiful month, I really do enjoy it, it doesn't even matter in which hemisphere I'm in, it's lovely nonetheless :)<br />
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<u><b>Opportunity</b></u> - Thank you for all these great opportunities coming my way. Sometimes I don't see them straight away, there are times when I'm sure I missed something, but it always turns out just fine.<br />
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<u><b>Outdoors</b></u> - Thank you for the times that I spent outside of the house where the air is fresh, warm and breezy :) I love it!<br />
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Only three this time, and a little late, I'm kind of having a hard time right now... with myself .... maybe I'll go into it later...<br />
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<i>Thank you</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8067719129614831418.post-14563744297310266492011-04-16T09:54:00.000+02:002011-04-16T09:54:36.234+02:00Gratitude A - Z: N<u><b>Navigation</b></u> - Thank you for all the possibilities, all the inventions of this world. Getting from A to B has never been easier. Something as "simple" as stars, and as modern as sat-nav or GPS. But also for that 'gut' feeling that helps me find the right way :)<br />
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going from one extreme to another... from the outer space, to myself... <br />
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<u><b>Nervous system</b></u> - cells, neurons, glial cells etc. all work for me inside me, basically without any recognition, because I don't have any issues. Of course, I'm grateful for that! Thank you for letting me know when something is too painful, too cold or hot, or just unbearable... Thank you for my body's reactions. A round of applause for every single cell vibrating within my body :) <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Navigation">Source</a></td></tr>
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