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How To Use Nature To Inspire You To Live More Positively

Did you know that you can be inspired by nature to make your live more positive? Which lessons have you learned from nature about how to live more positively? Do you appreciate the simplicity of the birds that fly around and seem to always have their food provided for them by nature? You can begin with the lesson of simplicity.

Apart from simplicity, two other lessons, you could learn from the birds would include beauty and patience. Birds are beautiful and colorful. They have an amazing range of colors, sizes, and species. Each type is equally beautiful and presents that beauty uniquely and unconditionally. One way to build your self-confidence would to be to patiently watch birds, then draw them and write a journal about which aspects of their behavior, you would like to emulate.

Take time to enjoy nature. Don't restrict yourself to the birds and butterflies, you see around your home, in your garden and in your city. Pay attention to the sunset too. It too can be serene and beautiful. Being in tune with nature can help stay more focused in the moments that make up your day! The more focused you can stay in the moments that make up your day, the more positive will be your interactions with others!

How often do you take time to observe the behavior of those around you? Do you do that once a day, once week or not all? When I consider that birds remain as beautiful and cheery on rainy days as they are on sunny days, I am humbled. I ask myself how come the birds appear not to be bothered by the changing circumstances around them? During this COVID-19, pandemic, I have watched the birds and insect that visit our gardens go about their business. The bees are still pollinating the flowers. Looking at them has inspired me to focus on what I can control instead of worrying about what I cannot control.

What about you? How does nature inspire you? Please could you share an example of how nature has inspired you to become positive. Are there lessons you have learned about contentment and survival? You have to remember that if you do not give up and continue to focus and seek options that work best for you, you will find ways to thrive through your greatest challenges. This is part of the process of self-mastery and consistent success.

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To Be More Effective, Simplify Your Message

"The confused mind says no."

You've heard this before, right? It means that, when faced with too many options, the brain doesn't make any decision and simply shuts down. This is why you will often see well-dressed people standing, zombie-like, in front of the mustards section of Whole Foods. Eventually, a Whole Foods employee will check their wallets for IDs and arrange for Ubers to take them home, where a nice Pinot will bring them back to consciousness.

For those of us who don't have immediate access to a nice Pinot, however, the outlook is grim. Complexity shuts us down. Studies done at the University of Missouri-Columbia suggest that the human brain can only hold three to four things in its working memory (not long-term memory) at once. This has nothing to do with intelligence; it's just how we're designed.

So why do we insist on making things complex? We fill our PowerPoint slides with labyrinthine charts, we fill our websites with endless paragraphs, we fill our articles with sesquipedalian words. And none of it works. None of it is understood. None of it is heeded. Nobody buys the mustard. As Steve McKee, author of Power Branding: Leveraging the Success of the World's Best Brands, says, "Complexity is the enemy of comprehension."

Complexity is the enemy of comprehension. So, once again, why do we insist on making things complex? I think it's because of a basic human paradox:

We'd rather appear smart than be understood.

In other words, we equate simplicity with stupidity-which is stupid. We think that if we simplify our message to the point where it can actually be understood, we'll appear stupid.

And so we obfuscate. We complicate. We muddle.

And we wonder why we're not understood.

Here's a thought:

IF it's important for you to be understood (I'm looking at you, leaders); and

IF complexity is the enemy of comprehension; and

IF the confused mind says no, i.e., shuts down...

THEN perhaps you should find a way to simplify your message.

Let's take corporate vision, for example. Some companies have a corporate vision statement that reads like a legal document. If you ask any employee (up to and including the CEO) what the vision is, they'll point to a thick three-ring binder and say, "It's in there somewhere." Compare that with some of these:

· "A computer on every desk." - Microsoft

· "To become the world's most loved, most flown, and most profitable airline" - Southwest Air

· "Bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world." - Nike

· "To give customers the most compelling shopping experience possible." - Nordstrom

· "Spread ideas." - TED

Albert Einstein famously said, "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough." (Often misquoted as "If you can't explain it to a six-year-old, you don't understand it well enough.") And if you don't understand it well enough, how can you expect your team to understand it?

If you want to be effective, it really comes down to a (simple) choice:

Would you rather have people marvel at your mustard selection... or would you prefer they get out their wallet and buy a jar?

https://ezinearticles.com/?To-Be-More-Effective,-Simplify-Your-Message&id=10081213

Message of the Universe: The Smart Soul

"The wiser the soul, the greater the simplicity.

In everything,

The Universe"

Ignorant souls tend to complicate things because that is what they know best. You see, it is much easier to think negative thoughts than positive. Many will think that it's probably to good to be true so this is how they get accustomed to thinking this way. They refuse to accept that maybe, just maybe, it is really simple. Take time to really work on taking all this hard thinking and give place to a simple way to live life. We may think that complex negotiation will render great outcome because of the type of project you are working on. This is far from the truth as simplicity will always figure out a way to beat complexity. So when you face very difficult situation, just know that there is definitely an easier way to figure this out. Bill Gates once said: " I always give hard problems for lazy people to figure out, because they will always find an easy way to get it done". He is right as even the most complex situation can be resolved by the simple mind. So why not make everything just as simple as it can get.

I agree that not all situation can be handled the same way or we won't ever be able to find answers about the Universe. It is known that what we see in outer space requires great minds with the ability to deal with very complex mathematical equations and theories to figure out why things happens the way they do in our galaxy. There are so many mysteries out there waiting to be figured out. I am sure that not all simple minds can explain or decipher the codes of dark matter or dark energy. However, for everything else in life, simplicity should always take over complexity, but the question is: "Can we allow our brains to think this way and let go of what we are very familiar with: COMPLEX PROBLEMS"

http://ezinearticles.com/?Message-of-the-Universe:-The-Smart-Soul&id=9751452

What I Learned From My Dad About Simplicity and Minimalism (By Joan Silva)

My Dad was a minimalist.

This truth and awareness came to me hard and fast. The impact profound.

I even spoke it out loud -- My dad was a minimalist!

And, with a chuckle, I said, "Well, I'll be damned." No wonder tidying up, organizing, clutter clearing, and minimalism comes so naturally and favorably to me. No wonder my preference for simplicity is such a deeply held belief.

My dad lived and valued minimalism. Quality over quantity. Value over compulsory consumption. People over things. Experiences over ownership.

He preferred living with less... less stuff, less clutter, less debt and less stress.

He lived his life in alignment with those beliefs and in turn, he emulated and taught his children the same.

He (and my mom) paid cash for everything. Only a few times in their married lives did they go into debt -- for a mortgage and years ago, for a car. And, even then, it was fairly short term and well within their ability to pay it.

Not ever for credit card debt.

They valued travel and seeing the world, over ownership and maintenance of things. They retired young. Dad's tenuous health motivated them to simplify their lives even more, lower their cost of living, and open up to the freedom to do what they most valued.

Dad often said to me, when we talked of owning a home, "Most Americans do not truly own their homes. All you have to do is stop paying your mortgage and see who REALLY owns it!" This wisdom is more true these days than ever before and has always stuck with me.

AND, as of late, I have begun to question my own reasons for having a mortgage.

I have spent many years striving to get ahead, buying bigger and better homes, moving up the corporate ladder, making more money, and accumulating more stuff. All these things seemed important and worthwhile when I attained them.

However, as is true for us all, life has shifted for me. Many life events, some quite painful to experience, have moved me to a new place in life. It has cleared the way for me to have a life with LESS.

Less stuff. Less discontent. Less maintenance. Less work. Less clutter. Less debt. AND, less stress.

The inner urging has been strong for many years -- to have a life with LESS.

And, as said by Ryan Nicodemus in the documentary entitled Minimalism - A Documentary About the Important Things (Netflix)...

"Now, imagine a life with MORE... more time. more meaningful relationships. More growth. More contentment."

More of what you value in life.

I, for one, am ready, open and prepared for that.

How about you?

Need help tackling your financial matters?

I know it can be overwhelming and frustrating trying to keep up with it all. Everywhere you look there is something that needs tidying up.

http://ezinearticles.com/?What-I-Learned-From-My-Dad-About-Simplicity-and-Minimalism&id=9802026

4 Ways To Simplify Your Life Right Now

In a period of information overload, there's never been a better time to simplify life.

The raging struggle of modern existence can lead to inner turmoil if we're unaware.

The key to living an inspired life is to simplify it. To gain clarity on what's important, let go of unnecessary conditions and tune into what you value most. Most people chase material possessions believing they'll be happy, only to realise it makes matters worse.

The more clutter in your life, the less capable you are of knowing what's important to you since you are distracted by insignificant issues that vie for your attention. Naturally, you react to what is taking place before you instead of what's essential.

Health, relationships, family and living my purpose are central aspects to my life nowadays. It's taken an entire lifetime to reach this point, yet it's well worth it. That which brings you joy and happiness require the least effort.

I'm drawn to the quote by Henry David Thoreau who said, "As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler; solitude will not be solitude, poverty will not be poverty, nor weakness weakness."

The Law of Least Effort functions according to the principle of simplicity. Given that we evolve from nature, it makes sense to adopt this way of being in our life.

The following are four valuable points to implement right now. Apply them gradually and don't be discouraged if you don't see results at first. It requires patience and persistence for something of value to yield results. Akin to a plant, the initial stages begin with the seed sprouting beneath the soil, invisible to the naked eye. Yet, with nurturing and time, it grows into a healthy plant and so too with your habits.

1. Surround Yourself With Remarkable People

These include: friends, family, romantic partners, co-workers and those who offer you support and encouragement. Significant people are those who encourage your personal growth. They are your humble ambassadors in times of need and don't desert you through crisis. The company of such people leads to simplified living because your needs are met through close connections.

Great people inspire and strengthen you, not drain your energy. Energy vampires rob you of your vital force, so be aware them. They want to gain something and are unwilling to offer anything in return. Steer away from them, they will deprive you of your long term happiness.

2. Let Go Of What No Longer Serves You

I've written about this in earlier articles. Letting go of what no longer serves you is essential to simplifying life because we free ourselves from what consumes our energy. This includes: people, things, places, relationships, travel, behaviours or habits. If it doesn't bring you joy, remove it from your life or distance yourself from it. However, don't fill the void with something else, simply allow it time to recede, so you have less to focus on. In doing so, you free up mental and emotional resources for more important matters. Create a space for something wonderful to appear and trust it will take its place, since Nature abhors a vacuum.

3. Focus On Experiences, Not Things

The lie that happiness comes from material possessions is one many fall victim to. Sure, it might offer happiness for a short while, although once it wears off you yearn for something more.

Newspapers are filled with stories of people who inherit millions of dollars, only to find themselves more miserable than before. This is not due to money per se, rather the stress associated with managing large sums of money. Accumulating material objects amplifies insecurities already present in a person.

Focus on experiences and surrounding yourself with friends and loved ones. Travel more, perform random acts of kindness, do charity work if that appeals to you. The key is to find fulfilling experiences that embody who you are. For example, I enjoy creative hobbies and feel lively when engaged in these endeavours. Find time for these activities and you'll be happy and content.

4. Be In Tune With Your Nature

When you're in tune with your nature, you connect to your source. I'm not talking about religion or spirituality, yet something greater. You are the expression of Mother Nature in all her glory. Everything from your thoughts to your body reflects the infinite powers of universal intelligence. Stay connected to your source and you'll feel the aliveness of the universe permeate through you.

How do you stay in tune with your nature? Here are steps to consider:

Be kind and compassionate to yourself and others
Think empowering thoughts
Live a healthy life
Eat whole food close to its original state
Balance your giving and receiving
Create fulfilling relationships
Be of value in your local community
Respect Mother Nature
Be of service to others
Be at peace with yourself
Think globally, act locally

We're on the verge of a new way of life, uniting spirit and matter to become conscious creators of our destiny. The old paradigm is gradually falling away to make way for the new. This isn't about a new world order, for it's much simpler than that. It's an expanding of consciousness and fading of primitive thinking, once dictated by our primal urges.

The changes herald a new way of perceiving the world via our sixth sense. People are harnessing their intuition to make sense of the world around them. Be willing to upgrade your model of reality to coincide with the change. Remove preconceived ideas about how life should play out since these concepts keep you trapped in the past.

Simplifying life brings immense joy because we need little to make us happy. Economic studies in Australia suggest households on a combined income of $40k per annum are no happier at this threshold. In the US, the figure is $75k, which confirms we needn't accumulate vast amounts of wealth to be happy.

Mother Nature is more intelligent than we give her credit for. She provides us with the inner wisdom to make sense of our lives, yet we're controlled by our impulses instead of focusing on what's meaningful. Don't succumb to the out-there model that suggests your inner needs originate from outside circumstances.

Make a vow to simplify life and reduce your impact on the environment. Reduce your waste and non-renewable resources.

Strive to live a clean and uncluttered existence.

The reward is a conscious life imbued with simplicity, instead of what you believe will make you happy.

http://ezinearticles.com/?4-Ways-To-Simplify-Your-Life-Right-Now&id=9496630

27 Quotes by John Wooden to Motivate You to Be Better

'Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It’s courage that counts.'

John Wooden was arguably known as much for his wisdom off the court as he was for his ability to win championships on it.

The legendary UCLA men's basketball coach and six-time national coach of the year won 10 NCAA championships in 12 years—including an unprecedented seven in a row. He preached simplicity, patience and character building, and his pyramid of success has been used in board rooms and locker rooms alike. He inspired former players, including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Walton, but his inspirational words reached beyond the stands, too, influencing the lives of many more.

As one of the only people inducted into the Hall of Fame as a player and a coach, Wooden’s motivation and mentorship lives on as a testament to his greatness. Find your inspiration from these 27 “Woodenisms”:

1. “Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful.”

2. “If you’re not making mistakes, then you’re not doing anything. I’m positive that a doer makes mistakes.”

3. “It’s the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen.”

4. “Whatever you do in life, surround yourself with smart people who’ll argue with you.”

5. “Success comes from knowing that you did your best to become the best that you capable of becoming.”

6. “Be true to yourself, help others, make each day your masterpiece, make friendships a fine art, drink deeply from good books—especially the Bible, build a shelter against a rainy day, give thanks for your blessings and pray for guidance every day.”

7. “Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It’s courage that counts.”

8. “Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out.”

9. “The most important thing in the world is family and love.”

10. “Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.”

11. “I worry that business leaders are more interested in material gain than they are in having the patience to build up a strong organization, and a strong organization starts with caring for their people.”

12. “Failure is not fatal, but failure to change might be.”

13. “The worst thing about new books is that they keep us from reading the old ones.”

14. “Never lie, never cheat, never steal.”

15. “You can’t let praise or criticism get to you. It’s a weakness to get caught up in either one.”

16. “Adversity is the state in which man most easily becomes acquainted with himself, being especially free of admirers then.”

17. “Young people need models, not critics.”

18. “If you don’t have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?”

19. “Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.”

20. “It’s what you learn are you know it all that counts.”

21. “I think you have to be what you are. Don’t try to be somebody else. You have to be yourself at all times.”

22. “Today is the only day. Yesterday is gone.”

23. “Never mistake activity for achievement.”

24. “Don’t let making a living prevent you from making a life.”

25. “Don’t measure yourself by what you have accomplished, but by what you should have accomplished with your ability.”

26. “If you’re true to yourself, you’re going to be true to everyone else.”

27. “You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.”

http://www.success.com/article/27-quotes-by-john-wooden-to-motivate-you-to-be-better

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