10 Inspirational Quotes from Woody Allen to help you when life has you feeling like you are losing control.
Don't you often wonder how it seems like some people can always be in a state of indifference? Nothing seems to bother these people. How do they do it? Are they just lucky and find they do not have to suffer through all of the stressful situations other like us find ourselves in? These special people have learned to let go of those things that they can not control and to find a little humour in every day life.
Humour can be a life saver. Although it is very hard to often look for the humour in a situation when all you would like to do is scream, or cry until there is no tomorrow. It is a practice we must learn how to live if we care to keep our sanity from crumbling.
Here are a few quotes from one of the most famous funny men known in the world, Woody Allen.
Woody Allen has this to say:
1. "Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons." It sounds good to me, I mean the practicality of all things does involve money but it doesn't have to take an arm and a leg to get it.
2. "I believe there is something out there watching us. Unfortunately, it's the government." 'Nuff said.
3. "There are worse things in life than death. Have you ever spent an evening with an insurance salesman?" This happens to be one of the classic ones. I mean the issue about life's little problems isn't all that bad, until 'he' shows up.
Sure, relationships can get complicated, or does have its complications that probably any author about relationships is bound to discover it soon. We follow what our heart desires, unless you're talking about the heart as in the heart that
pump blood throughout your body.
4. "Love is the answer, but while you're waiting for the answer, sex raises some pretty interesting questions." And if you want more, just keep on asking!
5. "A fast word about oral contraception. I asked a girl to go to bed with me, she said 'no'." It sounds, 'practical', I think.
And when it comes to everyday life, he really knows how to make the best out of every possible scenario, and it doesn't involve a lawsuit if he strikes a nerve.
6. "Basically my wife was immature. I'd be at home in the bath and she'd come in and sink my boats." I never had a boat in my bathtub before. Just staring at it while soaking in hot water makes me seasick already.
7. "I am not afraid of death, I just don't want to be there when it happens." If it rains, it pours.
8. "I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose." It could get worse when you're guzzling on beer… or mouthwash, and it happened to me once!
9. "If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans." At least he doesn't smite us with lightning, and I'm thankful for that.
And despite of what may happen to all of us in the next ten, twenty, or even thirty years, I guess we all have to see things in a different kind of light and not just perspective. I can't seem to imagine life without any piece of wisdom that could guide us. Whether we're religious or not, it takes more courage to accept your fears and learn how to deal with them is all that matters when it comes to even just getting along.
And to sum things up, here is the last nugget of wisdom to go by… however, whenever, and wherever we may be.
10. "The talent for being happy is appreciating and liking what you have, instead of what you don't have."
Monday, June 16, 2008
Friday, June 13, 2008
Surviving the Empty Nest Syndrome
As parents who are busy raising our young children, we often don’t think of the time down the road that will come when we no longer have our little ones with us in our home. These parents often feel forgotten and I would like to mention a little something to make them feel respected, honored and aprreciated even when their home is now empty. As a parent your job is never over, even when your children do decide to leave and go live on their own. It just takes a little adjusting to the change in your surroundings.
In this day and age parents are experiencing the “Empty Nest” syndrome earlier on than when a child may go off to college or live on their own. With parents separating now due to conflicts, a child often goes off to live with one parent, leaving the other parent having to learn to cope with the changes of an “empty nest”.
There are many things we can do to escape the feelings of loss and loneliness we may be be forced to face when changes to our lives leave us unprepared.
You need to remind yourself of when you were younger and full of all the interests that kept you busy. Pick up that old hobby, learn a new hobby, join a community centre to learn a new skill, and to also meet new friends. Go out to dinner more, try a new flavor or international dish you’ve never dared to try. Try some volunteer work, or get a job if you have been a stay at home mom for most of the last years while your children were growing. It is easier and more affordable to start an online business now that it ever was. Try writing that book you’ve been thinking about for the last ten years and never started. Join some of the social network sites like http://facebook.com or http://myspace.com. You can play games, meet new people, watch videos, buy items in the marketplace for great prices, and more.
The important thing is to find your own interests to make your life more complete now that you find your time is not being used in the same way as it used to be, and also it will add interesting experiences and adventures you never thought you would have.
Remember that no matter where your children may be, no matter how busy they get and never seem to call, you will always be their mom or dad. They know where they came from and who loves them the most, and they will always appreciate all you have done (even if they never tell you with words). When you get lonely, send them an email, leave them a voice mail, or even mail them a letter or card, just to say “I Love You”. Before you know it they will be bringing over the pitter patter of the newest little feet for you to learn to adore and cherish
In this day and age parents are experiencing the “Empty Nest” syndrome earlier on than when a child may go off to college or live on their own. With parents separating now due to conflicts, a child often goes off to live with one parent, leaving the other parent having to learn to cope with the changes of an “empty nest”.
There are many things we can do to escape the feelings of loss and loneliness we may be be forced to face when changes to our lives leave us unprepared.
You need to remind yourself of when you were younger and full of all the interests that kept you busy. Pick up that old hobby, learn a new hobby, join a community centre to learn a new skill, and to also meet new friends. Go out to dinner more, try a new flavor or international dish you’ve never dared to try. Try some volunteer work, or get a job if you have been a stay at home mom for most of the last years while your children were growing. It is easier and more affordable to start an online business now that it ever was. Try writing that book you’ve been thinking about for the last ten years and never started. Join some of the social network sites like http://facebook.com or http://myspace.com. You can play games, meet new people, watch videos, buy items in the marketplace for great prices, and more.
The important thing is to find your own interests to make your life more complete now that you find your time is not being used in the same way as it used to be, and also it will add interesting experiences and adventures you never thought you would have.
Remember that no matter where your children may be, no matter how busy they get and never seem to call, you will always be their mom or dad. They know where they came from and who loves them the most, and they will always appreciate all you have done (even if they never tell you with words). When you get lonely, send them an email, leave them a voice mail, or even mail them a letter or card, just to say “I Love You”. Before you know it they will be bringing over the pitter patter of the newest little feet for you to learn to adore and cherish
Monday, February 11, 2008
I did some research today. Did you know that there are millions of people looking for info online for every topic out there? Who knew the internet would become such a popular tool?
You need to be careful though when you are researching online. You can not always believe what you read. This is a shame because that is the whole reason people should be writing articles and reports. Nowadays people are more interested in writing just for traffic that they do not care so much if everything is accurate.
I remember talking to a doc about something I had read online. He said it was total crap. I had found that same information on 4 other sites so it made me wonder where the information was originating from. It is possible that the doc I talked to didn't know himself. I have had just as many problems with doctors who do not know what they are talking about. I had to get 6 diagnosises in 5 years for my gall bladder issue before I was finally checked for the right thing and it was taken out of me. If I had been able to find out earlier I may have just been able to have laser surgery instead of the removal of a gall bladder.
My point here today is, it is good to educate yourself when you need to know something but always find a way to double check and sometimes even triple check something, especially if it could be a life or death situation or have a big impact on your life.
You need to be careful though when you are researching online. You can not always believe what you read. This is a shame because that is the whole reason people should be writing articles and reports. Nowadays people are more interested in writing just for traffic that they do not care so much if everything is accurate.
I remember talking to a doc about something I had read online. He said it was total crap. I had found that same information on 4 other sites so it made me wonder where the information was originating from. It is possible that the doc I talked to didn't know himself. I have had just as many problems with doctors who do not know what they are talking about. I had to get 6 diagnosises in 5 years for my gall bladder issue before I was finally checked for the right thing and it was taken out of me. If I had been able to find out earlier I may have just been able to have laser surgery instead of the removal of a gall bladder.
My point here today is, it is good to educate yourself when you need to know something but always find a way to double check and sometimes even triple check something, especially if it could be a life or death situation or have a big impact on your life.
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