Be a Dreamer

Be someone who inspires

the people around you

by the way you live your life

and the way you treat others.

Stay focused on your future

and be willing to give all that you are

to make your dreams come true.

Encourage others,

and support them

with your strong beliefs.

Be a motivated person

who takes chances when

they present themselves.

Don't wait or worry about tomorrow;

just focused on

what's happening today.

Be someone

who looks forward

to challenges

and fully accepts

both the joys and struggles

that come to someone who dreams.

Ten Suggestions for a Brighter Future

1. Realize that life isn't always fair. Accept what you must, and change what you can.

2. Think before you act. A moment of carelessness or anger can cause years of anguish and regret.

3. Look for the beauty in life, in people in nature, and in yourself.

4. Appreciate what you have: the people, in nature and in yourself.

5. Make the effort to have fun. It's a great way to bond with others, and it makes some of est memories.

6. Set aside some time for yourself. Do something you enjoy without feeling even little guilty.

7. Accept others without judgment. Everyone is unique, and it's okay to be different.

8. Forgive. Bitterness and resentment hurt you more than the person you direct them at.

9. Learn. Open your mind to new ideas and activities, and don't be afraid to try.

10. Dream. Make plans, believe in yourself, and go for what you want.

-- Barbara Cage

Look on the Bright Side

When life seems overwhelming

and you can't seem to get

everything done...

When there isn't enough time

to relax and enjoy...

When there is little reward

for all your efforts and

you wonder if it's all worth it,

if this is what life is all about,

and if this is what the future

holds in store...

Try to keep a positive attitude by looking

for the little blessings that happen

every day yet often go unnoticed.

Keep your mind open to humorous situations,

because humor can rescue you

from being overwhelmed.

And never forget that there are people

who love and care about you.

people who want to help and support you

through life's difficult times;

people who think you're pretty special;

people who care a whole lot about you.

-- Barbara Cage

Special People

Special people are those

who have the ability to share

their lives with others.

They are honest in word and deed,

they are sincere and compassionate,

and they always make sure that

love is a part of everything.

Special people are those who have the ability

to give to others

and help them in the changes

that come their way.

They are not afraid

of being vulnerable;

they believe in their uniqueness

and are proud to be who they are.

Special people are those who

allow themselves the pleasures

of being close to others

and caring about their happiness.

They have come to understand

that love is what makes

the difference in life.

Special people are those who

truly make you beautiful.

It's Never Too Late to Make a Change

At any time, you can decide to

change the road you're on in life, take

a new direction, follow a new trail. You

are the only one who really knows what

you want from life and if you're on the

right road for you. You are the only one

who can fulfill your dreams and receive

the joys and happiness that come from

reaching those aspirations and goals.

Don't expect others to be responsible

for your happiness and success. You

must take control and be in-charge of

your destiny and day-to-day situations.

Take advice (most of the time it's free!)

and listen to what others have to say and

what concerns they have; it's important

to have different points of view. But

always validate those words of wisdom

with your own set of standards and make

sure that the advice has meaning to your

sense of reality.

Motto for a Positive Outlook

Refuse to be unhappy;

be cheerful instead.

Refuse to let your troubles multiply;

just take them one by one.

Organize your time; keep your life simple

and exactly the way you want it.

Refuse to complain about things;

learn to improve your surroundings

and create your world

the way you believe it should be.

Refuse to dwell on mistakes

or disappointments

that are sometimes a part of life;

instead learn how you can

make things better.

Be optimistic.

Be energetic and positive

about the things you do,

always hope for the best.

Believe in yourself at all times

and and in all aspects of your life.

Before you know it,

those wonderful dreams

you have believed in your life

will come true,

and your life will be

the happy and successful life

that it was meant to be.

-- Ben Daniels

Anything is Possible

Life holds no promises

as to what will come your way.

You must search for your own ideals

and work toward reaching them.

Life makes no guarantees

as to what you'll have.

It just gives you time to make choices

and to take chances

and to discover whatever secrets

might come your way.

If you are willing to take

the opportunities you are given

and utilize the ability you have,

you will constantly fill your life

with special moments

and unforgettable times.

No one knows the mysteries of life

or its ultimate meaning,

but for those who are willing

to believe in their dreams

and in themselves,

life is a precious gift

in which anything is possible.

May You Always Have Positive Thoughts

May every day of your life bring you

fresh hopes for tomorrow -- because hope

gives all of us our reason for trying.

May each new day bring a feeling of

excitement, joy, and a wonderful sense of

expectation. Expect the best, and you'll get it.

May you find peace in simple things,

because those are the ones that will always

be there.

May you remember the good times and

forget the sorrow and pain, for the good

times will remind you of how special your life

has been.

May you always feel secure and loved, and

know you are the best.

May you experience all good things in

life -- the happiness of realizing your dreams,

the joy of feeling worthwhile, and the

satisfaction knowing you've succeeded.

May you find warmth in others, expressions

of love and kindness, smiles that encourage

you, and friends who are loyal and honest.

May you realize the importance of patience

and accept others for what they are. With

understanding and love, you'll find the good

in every heart.

May you have faith in others and the ability

to be vulnerable. Open heart and really

share the miracle of love and intimacy.

Above all, may you always have positive thoughts.

--Regina Hill