Sunday, I threw up macaroni and my dog ate it.
Monday, I wanted to die.
Tuesday, I almost died.
Today, though…today was not bad. I saw Batman and met a newborn. I also ate honey bbq chicken.
Wednesday, can’t complain.
April 20 Update
12 Reasons You Should Smile Right Now
No matter what is happening in your day as of now, take a minute to smile. Smiling has the power to completely turn your entire day around. I know it sounds cheesy, believe me, but it’s worth it to be a bit cheesy for a few seconds if it means making your day better. If you need some motivation, here’s a list of 12 reasons to smile right now:
1 – You are alive, your heart is beating.
The beating heart is a seemingly simple physiological mechanism. (Try saying that 3 times fast.) However, it’s what keeps us all going. And unfortunately, hearts stop beating everyday. So be grateful that your motor is still moving as it should.
2 – The Sun is up there in the sky.
The universe is a vast space of expanding matter. Think about our bright Sun up in the sky – it’s power, it’s energy, it’s ability to help sustain all of our lives down here on Earth. Appreciate the amazing Sun up there, feel it’s heat and see it’s power. Smile.
3 – Today is a new day, a chance to start fresh.
Whatever happened yesterday, today can be different. You have the power to make today better and more productive than the previous.
4 – Tomorrow will be another new day, with another chance for a new beginning.
Has today been sucky? Has everything in the book gone wrong? Guess what, tomorrow doesn’t have to be as poor. Hang in there and smile with the promise of another day ahead.
5 – You are on Earth, the most vibrant, flourishing with life planet in the galaxy.
That could have probably been worded more smoothly, but you see the point. Of all the planets in the universe, we are lucky enough to live on the one with the most life (that we know of). We are here because this amazing planet has the capacity to support our human lives. We owe the Earth for allowing us to live.
6 – For no reason at all.
Psychologically, smiling can actually improve your mood. Even without a reason. Behavior affects the mood in this case. So take a bathroom break and smile in the mirror.
7 – Your past hardships are over.
Though new challenges present themselves everyday, it helps to take a moment to remember all the battles of the past and how you pushed through. Smile at your persistence and hardiness through the wars of the past.
8 – Your story is yours alone.
Feel genuinely proud that your story is the only story of its kind. No one’s autobiography will mimic your own. Own the fact that you are unique and one of a kind.
9 – You live in the modern world.
Modern society has its flaws and its own issues, but we can all take a look at the previous centuries and see how lucky we are to live in the present. Medical advances, technological improvements, and overall quality of life have all contributed to generally happier lives. There are pros and cons with progression, but for the most part we are living in a cleaner, healthier world with more opportunities than our ancestors were given.
10 – A smile will make others smile.
One huge cheesy grin on your face has the radiant effect to spread and make someone else smile. So if you can’t find the power to smile for yourself, muster up the strength to cheer someone else up with a smile.
11 – The world is still spinning.
Here’s another big picture perspective tip – think about your problems in terms of the spinning Earth. All the issues, mistakes, and battles in the world won’t prevent the Earth from rotating. Smile at the rotating Earth, and that no matter how much damage we cause on the surface, it still persists to spin through space.
12 – Life goes on.
Sometimes life just really sucks. There’s no getting around it most of the time. We win, we lose, we fall, we bleed, and we cry. No matter what, life goes on. Always, life will go on. It’s a promise. And that’s a promise that we can all smile for.
Thank you for reading this post. Go out and smile, and make some other people smile. You deserve it.
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12 Situations Where Silence is Golden
Keeping quiet isn’t always easy, and depending on who you are, it might be seemingly impossible.
Often, staying quiet is a great way to maintain internal peace. No matter how difficult it is to hold your tongue back, here are 12 scenarios when you should ALWAYS avoid saying anything:
1 – Arguments about politics
Politics is a touchy subject for many people. When these people get started debating on a political issue, it’s best to just stay out of it. It’s not something we are ever going to agree on. We don’t have to agree in order to be civil. Whether you disagree with someone or not, it’s wise to avoid the argument.
2 – Arguments about religion
Religion is another subject that the entire world is never going to agree upon. We all have our reasons for practicing the religion of our choice, and thankfully in many countries we also have legal right to do so. So trying to convince everyone that a certain religion is best, is typically a waste of breath.
3 – When others are purposely trying to provoke you
Some people don’t care at all about what they’re preaching, they only want to spark a reaction from others. Just keep quiet around these foolish people. Never give what they desire by taking part in their discussion.
4 – When others are gossiping
Gossip is never a good idea. Even if you and your best friend are alone on a desert island, gossip only causes harm to everyone being discussed and everyone doing the discussing.
5 – When someone is “throwing a fit”
This includes not only young children, but also adults. Grown individuals are sometimes prone to ridiculous, over-the-top, tantrums. Don’t let whatever insults leave these people’s mouths to offend you. Be rational while they’re being irrational.
6 – Arguments about a TV Show, Movie, or other forms of Media
If it’s not a conversation that’s involving life and death, don’t allow yourself argue about it. We are all free to enjoy or despise any type of television, music, or pop culture item that we want to. Arguing over such things is just ignorant.
7 – Disputes between family members
Don’t get yourself into a position where you are forced to choose sides between two family members. Families fight and make up all the time. Stay neutral and let them work their own issues out.
8 – Disputes between couples
Again, having to choose a side is never a good position to be in. Their issues are their business alone. Don’t get involved.
9 – If you don’t have all the information
Unless all the details are known and out in the open, keep quiet. You don’t want to make a judgement call without having accurate facts.
10 – When others are feeling strong emotions
Sadness, anger, disappointment, and even happiness can lead people to do and say some insane things. Let them get all the adrenaline out of their systems and calm down before having any serious discussions.
11 – If you are feeling strong emotion
We tend to say things we don’t mean when we’re running on high emotion. Calm down before blurting out statements that you might later regret.
12 – If you have nothing positive to say
It’s the rule that your parents and teachers always preached but rarely followed themselves: If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all. This should be the golden rule.
Keep your dignity, and maintain your inner peace by staying quiet. The high ground is a nice place to be during these 12 uncomfortable situations. Have a great day free of arguments and heated discussions.
Moonhawk 