Quotes for Intentional Living – 11/27/10

Quote for Intentional Living

 

 “A ship is safe in harbor, but that’s not what ships are for.”

William Shedd

Quotes for Intentional Living – 10/20/10

Quote for Intentional Living

Thanksgiving comes to us out of the prehistoric dimness, Universal to all ages and faiths.

At whatever straws we must grasp, there is always time for gratitude and new beginnings.

    J. Robert Moskin

Quick Tips for a Happy Relationship #2

 Happiness in relationships has to be intentional.

Couples who practice being happy with each other actually begin to feel both happier and closer.

Try these tips to increase the happiness factor  in your relationship.

1.  Notice new – Even little changes can help to maintain excitement in relationships, but first they must be notices.  Pay attention.  Notice your partner.

2.  Write your romance – Putting your romantic thoughts into little written notes gives your partner something to have and to hold as a reminder of your love.

3.  Some invisible love is good – Obvious support and affectionate behavior is important, but little “secret” gestures of support help your partner feel better without feeling indebted.

4.  Fingertips talk – Little touches can help to keep couples connected literally and emotionally.  Give your partner frequently touches to communicate your desire for closeness.

Using these tips, and the ones in the previous post, will help you to re-kindle and maintain the extra magic in your relationship.  Don’t depend only avoiding conflict.   Do something positive to build the relationship you want.

Quotes for Intentional Living -11/13/10

Quote for Intentional Living  “Courage doesn’t always roar.  Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, “I will try again tomorrow.” Mary Anne Radmacher

Quick Tips for a Happy Relationship

 Many couples know how to avoid conflict,

 but couples that stay happy also know how to build on the positive.

Try these tips to help maximize the happiness in your relationship.

1.  Express Thankfulness – Epressing gratitude, even for little things, creates positive feelings that serve as an “innoculation” against more challenging moments. 

2.  Be Playful – Couples who tease each other and joke around, even during a conflict, are more likely to remain emotionally connected.

3.  Emphasize Good News – How we behave during good times may be more important than how sympathetic we are during bad times.  Celebrate positive events.

4.  Embrace Your Illusions – Concentrating on what you like about your partner and even sometimes having fun with an idealized image of your partner increases satisfaction.

Remember that small efforts can make a difference if practiced regularly.  BE THE PARTNER YOU’RE LOOKING FOR! 

Quotes for Intentional Living 11-06-10

Quote for Intentional Living

 

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do

than by the ones you did do. 

So through off the bowlines.  Sail away from the safe harbor. 

Catch the trade winds in your sails. 

Explore. Dream. Discover.”

Mark Twain