Valentine's Day - Few Random Thoughts and Observations About Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day come once a year, though it ought to be everyday.

Here are a few random thoughts, observations and tips for and about Valentine's Day:

• I often refer to Valentine's Day as "amateur night." What I mean by that is this: if you truly feel strongly toward another person, you don't have to have a special day to show it. You ought to be showing it all the time. At the same time, this does not let you off the hook on February 14th.

• And speaking of February 14th, there is something very important that most guys tend to forget about Valentine's Day. It's the same day every year, February 14th, the 45th day of the year. I'll say it again, February 14th. This means you can plan for it. Therefore, any guy reading this has been warned, and if you find yourself with several other said sacks scouring the card racks the night before, or even worse, the day of, to play off the immortal words of Jimmy Buffett, it's your own damn fault. And most women can tell the difference between a last minute card and one that was selected with care. Don't ask me how, they just can, and they're not telling.

• Heard about the 12 Days of Christmas? What about the 7 days of Valentine's Day? Just a thought...

• Not sure what to do for Valentine's Day? That means you have not been paying attention all year. So I'm here to rescue you if you have the guts to run with my suggestion. Ask your partner what would make a perfect Valentine's Day for him or her. Then to whatever extent possible, to the best of your ability, make it happen. And do not fall for the "Oh I don't need anything" line. Dangerous territory indeed.

• As part of Valentine's week, take over a chore your partner does not like.

• Here's one of my favorites: record a CD or create a playlist of your partner's favorite music. include some that express how you feel about your love.

• If you are currently doing in the relationship that is not working or is just plain old and tired, remember the first rule of ruts: when you find yourself in one, stop digging! Find something, almost anything, to do something differently. Use your creativity.

• Lastly, come up with 2 different plans for Valentine's Day. Choose one and do it. Then do the other one 3 months from now. Rinse and repeat.

• Just for fun: "I don't understand why Cupid was chosen to represent Valentine's Day. When I think about romance, the last thing on my mind is a short, chubby toddler coming at me with a weapon." ~ Author Unknown

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Redefining Prosperity

"The economy is in a slump."

"People aren't spending money on services."

You hear this, and more, every day. Sigh.

No wonder entrepreneurs lose sleep worrying about their financial future.

It can make you crazy, can't it?

But is this the only way to think? Do we need to 'buy into' the pessimistic view?

I hope not. In fact, I know we don't have to!

Let's redefine prosperity so that it encompasses even more than what's in our bank accounts.

Sound good? Let's go!

You've got a LOT going for you. Really.

Let's take a look at just how prosperous you are!

Your Strengths. What are you really, really good at? What traits do you possess that make you a strong person? What are your passions? Make a list of all the things about YOU that make you strong. Your creativity, your resilience, your ability to organize any project put in front of you, your crazy sense of humor, your intuition, your deep caring and empathy, your athletic ability, your calm-in-a-crisis demeanor, your head for numbers, your lightning speed efficiency, your stellar recipe for banana bread. Oh gosh, I could go on and on. But now it's your turn. Start your list and add to it regularly.

Your Energy. Yes, you. You, the one who can usually get "it" done no matter what. You are an energetic dynamo. When the chips are down, you're there. You've always got energy for what's most important in your life - the people, the projects, the behind-the-scenes tasks, etc. If you feel your energy reserves getting low, you know what to do - get yourself recharged. It's time to remind yourself just how energetic you are and how much you have to offer!

Your Love. You are a loving person. You have so much to offer and you have an abundance of love to give. Right? You are indeed a prosperous person. Make sure you give and receive love as much as possible. That's the most important type of "deposit" you can make (or receive). Keep that in mind. Reach out to someone today and keep those love accounts active!

Your Options. I know, in difficult times it can feel like you have no options. I understand that. And yet, I'll bet you can come up with several times in your life when you accomplished something that you thought wasn't possible or that you thought wouldn't happen for you. I encourage you to start a list of options you have.

Open your mind to possibilities and they will appear, seemingly out of nowhere.

If we are open and receptive, opportunities present themselves.

I encourage you to be on alert for the possibilities in your life.

Spend some time recalling the possibilities and opportunities that you have experienced so far in your life. They are there.

Be on the lookout for this definition of prosperity. It's around every corner for those who have their eyes and ears tuned for it.

You are prosperous!

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