……it’s over. That’s right! ‘It’s not over until, it’s over.’ Famed Yankees Catcher, Yogi Berra coined the phrase or, something quite similar.
You would think, all you have to do is, affirm that it’s over, and it’s over. Go ahead, and affirm you, have met with the impossible. The moment following the affirmation, your brain dismisses the affirmation, and kicks in to another mode of thought.
Your brain says to you, ‘give me another chance to work on one of life’s situations.’ On the surface, you tell the brain, ‘I’ve labeled that, impossible so, shelve it with the rest of the impossibilities.’
‘You know, I might be able to do something about this.’ You reply to the brain, ‘I’m not too sure about that.’ The brain insists. All along you’ve been using your brain for some sort of solution. Somewhere there is, a solution, and you’re not willing to let go, just yet.
It is almost like it’s intuitive, and you know you can get this to a positive end. You won’t let your brain rest because you know whatever the situation is, one thing this situation is not, is impossible.
You are once again, going to clear that impossibilities shelf. And you, alone will dictate; ‘It’s not over, until it’s over!’
Tags: It's Not Over Until, Positive Action, Positive Thinking, Psychology, Yogi Berra
I don’t relish the idea of taking advantage of another person’s mistake. It somehow rubs me the wrong way. Doesn’t feel right with my ethical standards.
I never stopped to think there could be a reason to compromise my ethics, and always thought personal accomplishment was the higher road.
As you know, I’m a baseball fan, and more specifically, a Chicago Cubs fan.
I considered this concept of capitalizing on someone’s mistake in the context of baseball or, any sport for that matter. It turns out, taking advantage of an opponent’s error is woven in to the strategy of a game. It is part of how a game is played. The higher road if, you are playing the game correctly.
Though early, with only a few spring games completed, I am seeing a far better Cubs team than, I’ve seen in a few years.
So, what’s different?
The new Manager, Dale Sveum has them on the edge, taking advantage of every opportunity. Sure, he began his duties with the Cubs by, emphasizing fundamentals but, being aware of every opportunity, and taking advantage is, after all, just that; Fundamental to the fabric of the game.
There are times, I couldn’t cross that line of ethical standards but, there are times I expect capitalization on someone’s mistake, and consider it quite ethical.
At work; No. At the ball park; I hope so.
Tags: Chicago Cubs, Dale Sveum, Errors, Ethics, Mistakes, Philosophy, Psychology
I championed the goodness of being selfish in a discussion, the other day.
I was overwhelmingly overruled. There could be no goodness in selfishness.
Rather than go off on a long dissertation as to why I do believe in a good side to selfishness, I will simply direct you to another discussion that ensued on another blog. Be prepared to broaden your understanding of being selfish.
I invite you to not only read Being Selfish on Tracie Louise Photography but, to also enjoy the accompanying photo. The comments contribute to the entire scenario, so please read them as well.
Tracie always exhibits a nice relaxing atmosphere of positive thought, and discussion, balanced with some remarkable photography to complete each presentation.
Tags: Photography, Psychology, Selfish, Tracie Louise Photography
I lost it, big time, yesterday! Anger!
Arrived at work, and noticed the office door, shut. I asked what was going on, and found out the Manager was on another conference call. Those typical conference calls are usually filled with a ‘rattling the cage’ attitude from the upper echelon. All done with a smile well, perhaps a grimace disguised as a smile. They do try, so I’m told. In any case, these calls can be tough as, they are usually lengthy, and to the point.
I’m shown the latest from corporate. All cashiers drawers designed like a pencil box for second graders with precise directions as to where, in the drawer a pen is placed, post-its, etc., and several other items. This got to the lowest within me.
It was just last week, they visited the store saying, they were easing up on mini-micro-managing, handing more back to the local managers. At that time, I’m thinking….good, they’re beginning to see their way to success.
I’m thinking how, happy I was last week that, they have finally gained an insight. Today, the arrival of the pencil box.
I knew my manager was on the call, and when he got to the floor he would need a little time. He’s very good with his employees so, it might be my turn to give a little room, and some time. I gave a few minutes then, approached him with a request for venting time.
Several minutes later, he is ready for my ‘venting.’ I reiterated my feelings. ‘They actually paid someone money for this pencil box design! Someone who doesn’t bring a dime in to the bottom line! This is their focus when, we need them to focus on bringing competitively priced, good products in to the store at good margins, and increasing customer base.’
My manager empathized with me but, also reminded me, corporate management would ultimately make these decisions, and asked that I shift my focus back to a successful sales day.
He was right. What could I do about a pencil box design? It wasn’t really the pencil box but, rather a fragmented, mixed message about micro-managing which provoked my feelings. I really want this company to be successful.
The venting was over. I got to tell someone how I felt. I did, exactly as the manager asked. Re-shifted my focus, and had a very successful sales day.
I lost it. Now, I have it back. I’m not punishing myself for having a human reaction. I dealt with it, and I’ve reconciled.
Today, I feel happy. I’m focused for another successful sales day. My family. My friends. A Cubs victory in the World Series. And, yes, the company I get to work for, every day.
Tags: Business, Corporations, Management, Micromanagement, Psychology
According to the positive thinking critics, positive people are suspicious in nature.
That is actually, sad. What could they possibly be getting out of life? On the attack of something that is good for so many, and causes no harm as applied properly. That is their legacy? Rather than trying to experience that happiness in life, dismiss happiness, and criticize it? Pick up the book, and rather than read it, give a complete review with only a mere glance at the cover?
There is work involved, here. Mind work. Training. The rewards are incredible but, you have to use your mind. Be keenly aware. ….And, it gets easier with time. It becomes lifestyle. I am a novice but, I get it!
The critics are quick to point out negative occurrences in a positive person’s life. That causes their great, momentary, joy. They have it, too but, just for a moment, and then, they don’t have it. They haven’t worked to keep it. Gone til the next time.
The critics don’t do very well on follow-up. As I mentioned many times prior, the positive person goes into auto lifestyle mode, attacking the negative encumbered. By, then, the critic has moved on.
They have the opportunity. Rather than take it for the very core of their own lives, it is much easier to shut down, and scoff at something so outrageous. Imagine testing a theory that just might secure inner peace, a positive attitude, strength, etc.
I’m sorry the critics feel as they do but, I ‘get to’ go to work to earn my keep. I don’t ‘have to’ go to work to earn my keep.
The components of a positive lifestyle require a mind workout that eventually becomes second nature. Envision, believe it, expect it, be aware of it, and don’t worry about calculating action. That’s what the auto-mode is all about. An automatic action plan with a clear path to where you want to be. It just, is.
There is one component I haven’t touched on, and it is vital. It is a part of, and apart from belief. It is important that confidence is incorporated in to the equation. Confidence in all that you do. Confidence in accepting the negative in to your life because you know, positive only requires a 180 degree turn, and you are quite capable of giving it that necessary twist. That’s positive!
What if, ………..all of it, is true? As a critic, will you maintain a stubborn stronghold or, will you open your mind to a workout, like its’ never had in your lifetime?
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Tags: Critics of Positive Lifestyle, Critics of Positive Thought Theory, Happiness, Joy, Law Of Attraction, Positive Thought & Action
Today’s a special day. February 29th. This is how we measure the universe’s perfect timing.
This is that special day where the universe makes up for lost time, and gets even. Better yet, it is how we utilize our measurement of that perfection. One day, every four years, and that time remains perfect.
Time exists. It is there. Time is the same for everyone in that context. It is a fact, it’s there. One minute of time exists exactly the same for each of us. The difference; Investment. How we invest that time.
In one exact precise minute, somebody wins the lottery, and someone must file for bankruptcy. A marriage, and a divorce. All in that same minute, we have the constant of time with positive, and negative situations.
All that time, and we have the option to use the time creating millions upon millions of scenarios. Those scenarios are the ones we build for ourselves. We do it all in the framework of time. We have seconds, minutes, hours, and days to build these scenarios. Within each, free choice, and an opportunity.
Positive. Negative. Out of free will, we have an opportunity to take the bottom to the top. The negative to positive. In the deepest of negative, there is always some positive to build upon. Take your time, and find it. It is there.
Train to be hopeful. Train to expect positive. Be the one with the successful marriage, the one who wins the lottery. Otherwise, why get married or, play the lottery? You get married with the highest of hopes, and expectations. The lottery? Sure, somebody wins, eventually. Why not me? Otherwise, why buy the ticket?
The negative sit, and ponder how much worse it will be for them. The positive have trained with hope, and expectation to make life’s scenarios better for themselves. Not only better but, perfect. They adapt as necessary with their minds leaping forward, and upward within the perfection of time.
Do something today to make your life better. Do it in the name of perfection. Watch one of those life scenarios develop to your benefit right before your eyes. Today! Just because, you can.
Do this just once. That’s all it takes. Once. Go ahead, experience that feeling today perhaps, for the very first time. You’ll know what to do after that, and you’ll never forget the exuberance you feel.
Time is perfect, and so is each one of us. Sync with the perfection, and make today, and every day, a day to celebrate!
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Tags: Happy, Leap Year, Lottery, Negative, Positive, Relationships
In years gone by, I got to play out my employment dream as a radio disc-jockey but, who would have thought, I would still be in show-biz?
I never thought, I’d still be entertaining, and getting paid. It’s not bad money, considering I play to very exclusive, small, cozy audiences. Sometimes as few as five people, sometimes a dozen or, more.
Don’t have to go at night or, even the week-ends unless, there’s a no-show, and I fill in the vacancy.
You wouldn’t recognize me by, name or, sight. I am however, recognized within the locale by, quite a few satisfied people who, return for a second or, even third time, and more. Very loyal audience.
While the initial showing is, in person, parts are rebroadcast over the radio.
I have to admit my comedic skills are very good when, the reaction is; ‘That is so bad…..’ I cannot help my verbal affair with puns. My Dad’s fault, really but, I can’t help myself. It’s paid off for me in a rather weird way. I’m looking for the ‘…so bad’ comment which is a successful sign of flattery when, it comes to punning. The worst, the better!
I am more than just, a comedian. I sing, too! I know I must be relatively good. At least that good. My co-workers keep repeating my name with an exclamation point whenever I open the mic.
So, today I’ll arrive, grab my radio, and mic for another work day.
There will be statements from the audience like, ‘I need one of these,’ as they show me something they have in hand. I’m usually bewildered because, they only need one, they have it, already, and what does that have to do with me? Don’t they understand, I’m a locally-renowned, entertainer?
Sometimes, I’m asked for a price on something, they’d like to have as their own. ‘I don’t know….’how about, under a thousand?!’ Smiles, laughter, etc.
I’m just saying if, you ignore the retail environment, I still make my living in show-biz. A job is what you make of it. You can dread it or, use your imagination when necessary, and enjoy it.
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Tags: Arts and Entertainment, Disc jockey, Employment, Humor, Retail, Show Business
You wouldn’t eat or, drink poison on a daily basis, would you?
I do. Almost daily. I am taken daily to places I don’t want to go, and I become the person I don’t want to be. I’m unhappy, my insides twisted, I’m in angst, negative, frustrated, and angry.
I must do something so, I’m getting a divorce from this poison. Leaving her for now, and possibly for the remainder of my life. Severing ties because, it eats at me, and tries to destroy me. I get back up, sometimes becoming positive for a little while but, for too short of a time. Less, each time.
So, finally I must leave before I become a disappointed, bitter old man.
I am divorcing that which is killing me at a faster rate than age or, illness. So with one swift hammering of the gavel, the divorce is given a final decree.
The divorce between me, and politics is granted without visiting rights.
I salute the fighters who, can police politics, keeping those inside, transparent to the public. I salute you. You are what I want to be but, can’t because I watch, and just can’t state my case without having it consume me.
From now on, I watch from the sidelines, do what I can to be positive within the confines, given. Give my life a happy ending despite those doing awful things to this country. the focus is no longer on what terrible things they are doing but, what wonderful, great, positive, happy things I get to do. There are so many happier places to be than, down in the trenches with these turncoats in Washington.
This will be the last time, I pointedly spew out my hate of those anti-Americans in CONgress. New habits to be formed after this divorce.
Did you know, that once mere dislike becomes hate, it too consumes, and brings you to fragmented thoughts of self-hate? I hate me for allowing them in, and now, I’m turning that around.
Peace. Love.
Tags: Commentary, Divorce, Happiness, Hate, Love, Peace, Political Reporting, Psychology, Satisfaction, Self Hate
‘GO’……A GREAT WORD! A SMALL, COMPACT, TWO LETTER WORD AVAILABLE FOR USAGE WITH A MULTITUDE OF CONTEXTS.
THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE IS FULL OF PRIZES WITH MULTIPLE MEANINGS. TWO LETTER GEMS, LIKE…..’GO.‘
‘GO’ COULD BE A SHORT WAY OF SAYING, ‘LEAVE.’ TELL SOMEONE TO ‘GO,’ AND, IN FACT, THEY MAY LEAVE. IF THE OPPOSITE FLOW FOLLOWS, I.E. ‘DON’T GO.,’ WOULD THAT ACTUALLY BE AN INDICATION TO ‘COME’ RATHER THAN, GO, USING THE WORD ‘GO’ TO ‘COME?’…..OR MERELY AN INDICATION TO, ‘STAY?’
FOLLOWING ALL LOGIC, AND REASON, ‘GO’ COULD MEAN, ‘GO, STAY OR, COME.’ WHAT AN AMAZING TWO LETTER COMBINATION.
YOU CAN’T JUST SAY ‘GO,’ AND HAVE IT ALL ENCOMPASSING. ‘GO’ NEEDS DESCRIPTION. VERBS TO MAKE IT ‘GO,’ ADJECTIVES TO INSURE CLARITY TO THE RECIPIENT OF THE WORD. SPECIFIC INTENT.
IN CONTEXT FOR THIS BLOG ENTRY, I AM CONTINUING TO GO. GO FORWARD. THE FORWARD MOTION IS THE ONLY WAY TO QUALIFY, ‘GO’ IN THIS CONTEXT.
I MAINTAIN AWARENESS THAT I AM ONLY THE NEXT STEP AWAY FROM A MAJOR LIFE DISCOVERY BUT, I MUST CONTINUE TO GO UNTIL I REACH THAT DISCOVERY.
THE CHUTES, AND LADDERS OF LIFE, SOMETIMES DICTATE THE NECESSITY TO GO BACK TO START MORE THAN ONCE. SOME WILL SLIDE DOWN A CHUTE TO THE BOTTOM, ONCE. GO ONCE, AND THEY’RE DONE, NOT KNOWING THAT PERHAPS WITH ONLY ONE MORE ‘GO’ OF IT, AND THEY WOULD HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL.
ALL OF THOSE PREVIOUS EXPERIENCES HELP RESOURCEFULNESS FOR A POSITIVE OUTCOME. ALL THAT’S NECESSARY IS TO, GET UP, AND GO AGAIN. FROM THERE, ACTION WILL HAVE TO BE TAKEN. THIS TIME MORE DETERMINED, WITH MORE OBSTACLES CLEARED, AND MORE CONFIDENCE TO GO TO A POSITIVE OUTCOME. THAT IS, BY THE WAY, WHY I GET UP, AND GO EVERY DAY.
I GO. TO EXPERIENCE, ACCEPTING THE SET BACKS, MOVING THEM OUT OF THE WAY, AND GO, AGAIN WITH FEWER OBSTACLES! I’M VERY EXPERIENCED AT GOING, AGAIN. I’M JUST ONE STEP AWAY FROM TAKING ALL THOSE EXPERIENCES, AND GOING TO VICTORY.
WHAT’S THE FLIP OF THE COIN? I CAN’T REALLY IMAGINE JUST SITTING, DISAPPOINTED, NOT GOING ANYWHERE, AND WAITING FOR IT ALL TO END WITHOUT INCIDENT. THE POSITIVE BREAKTHROUGH.
WHAT IF?
LET ME PUT IT ANOTHER WAY. THE CHICAGO CUBS GO, ON TO THE DIRT AT WRIGLEY TO PLAY BASEBALL, EVERY SEASON. THEY KNOW, ALL IT TAKES IS ONE MORE STEP, AND THEY GO TO THE WORLD SERIES. THE BASEBALL FRANCHISE HAS MONUMENTAL EXPERIENCE. THEY HAVE CLEARED MANY OBSTACLES, AND THEY ARE GOING TO BECOME THE 2012 WORLD CHAMPION CHICAGO CUBS! BUT, FIRST…..THEY HAVE TO, ‘GO.
‘WHAT IF, EVERYBODY MADE THE DECISION TO, ‘GO?’
Tags: Chicago Cubs, Positive Action, Positive Thought
I stood accused! I had been told, ‘You are making me feel like an idiot’ according to the accuser.
I have a very strong character or, the accuser is just that weak in character where their own opinion of themselves was anybody’s fault but, their own. The idea that she might be an idiot didn’t even cross my mind until, her childish temper tantrum. That is when she decided she was an adult being treated like a child.
The feelings were her own feelings. So, if she was feeling like an idiot then perhaps, she’s right. Who would be better at analyzing her attributes? It could be, I was there at the right time just, as she was feeling most like an idiot. However, it is not my fault that she might be an idiot.
If you are an idiot, it is only because you have decided to make that part of your belief system.
Much as I would like to believe my character is strong enough to make somebody in to an idiot, it isn’t. I cannot make someone in to an idiot. I don’t have any magical powers that will change someone from an adult to a child unless they already possess those feelings.
If you find yourself in a debate, and begin with, ‘I’m not an idiot….,’ why was it necessary to even bring that up as a prelude to the subject matter if indeed, the thought never entered your mind that you might be an idiot? Why would you give an opponent in a debate that possibility to entertain?
So, if you feel you are being treated as something you’re not by, someone else, why did the thought even occur to you in the first place? You can’t be treated as something you’re not unless, in reality, according to your own thought processing, you just might be…..
The opinion of self is clearly displayed for all to pick up on but, the thought had to occur to you first, before, anybody else.
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Tags: Idiot, Philosophy, Psychology, Social Sciences
I’m Getting A Divorce
You wouldn’t eat or, drink poison on a daily basis, would you?
I do. Almost daily. I am taken daily to places I don’t want to go, and I become the person I don’t want to be. I’m unhappy, my insides twisted, I’m in angst, negative, frustrated, and angry.
I must do something so, I’m getting a divorce from this poison. Leaving her for now, and possibly for the remainder of my life. Severing ties because, it eats at me, and tries to destroy me. I get back up, sometimes becoming positive for a little while but, for too short of a time. Less, each time.
So, finally I must leave before I become a disappointed, bitter old man.
I am divorcing that which is killing me at a faster rate than age or, illness. So with one swift hammering of the gavel, the divorce is given a final decree.
The divorce between me, and politics is granted without visiting rights.
I salute the fighters who, can police politics, keeping those inside, transparent to the public. I salute you. You are what I want to be but, can’t because I watch, and just can’t state my case without having it consume me.
From now on, I watch from the sidelines, do what I can to be positive within the confines, given. Give my life a happy ending despite those doing awful things to this country. the focus is no longer on what terrible things they are doing but, what wonderful, great, positive, happy things I get to do. There are so many happier places to be than, down in the trenches with these turncoats in Washington.
This will be the last time, I pointedly spew out my hate of those anti-Americans in CONgress. New habits to be formed after this divorce.
Did you know, that once mere dislike becomes hate, it too consumes, and brings you to fragmented thoughts of self-hate? I hate me for allowing them in, and now, I’m turning that around.
Peace. Love.
Posted by Dave on February 23, 2012 in Divorce, Hate, Politics, Posiitive Actions, Positive Thinking, Psychology
Tags: Commentary, Divorce, Happiness, Hate, Love, Peace, Political Reporting, Psychology, Satisfaction, Self Hate