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“I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.” -- Author Unknown Reflection: A movie came out a few years ago entitled Pay It Forward. It is one of my favorites, and I try my best to live the principles portrayed in the film. Briefly the “pay it forward” rule is when you see someone in need, you are to help them without expecting anything in return. If asked or offered payment to reply “if you really want to pay me, the next time you see someone who needs help, give that person the assistance that they need without repayment.” The idea is that the world would be a better place if we see our blessings as a call to bless someone else, who, in turn, would bless someone else. If we all would take the step to pay it forward, it would cause a chain reaction of giving that would eventually circle the globe. A wonderful principle! It's not always easy to follow through on this idea, but if you'll step out and try, you'll see, it sure makes life more exciting and worth living. Quote of the day:
“The more you give, the more you live.” -- Bob Dedman Consider: If you put your trust in the economies and financial institutions of this world, or if you think worldly financial schemes will bring you happiness, you're doomed to disappointment. That's because those systems are based on selfishness, and selfishness ultimately leads to unhappiness. Even if you achieve financial success by those means, as a few do, you will never be truly happy knowing that your success came at the expense of others. Share with others, even if you don't have much yourself. Those who give unselfishly will be rewarded with more, but those who hold back from helping others when they could, for fear of not having enough for themselves, cut themselves off from the blessings that are waiting for them if only they would give. You may not have millions to give away, but you can start somewhere. Every little bit counts! Quote of the day:
"If you can't feed a hundred people, feed just one." — Mother Teresa Consider: I’m reminded of the story about a boy who was walking on a beach which was covered with starfish. The starfish had washed up in the tide, In an effort to save the fish, the boy started throwing them back in the ocean one by one. Someone passed by and said to the boy, “You’ll never be able to save them all, your efforts can’t make a difference.” The boy looked up and wisely replied, “I may not be able to save them all, but to this one, it made a difference.” There are so many needy situations in the world today, so much so, it seems overwhelming at times. You may ask yourself, “The needs are so great. How can I make a difference against such odds?” Well, even if you make a difference in one person’s life, you’ve made a big difference. Reach out to help someone today. Happy New Year. Coach Dana |
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