Christmas is over
The food had been eaten.
The presents unwrapped.
The christmas tree has lost its sparkle.
Boxing Day has passed.
Are you ready for the New Year?
What will the new year bring you?
It is a question which only you can answer.
It's a new year for goals and positive changes.
Make 2012 a year to remember.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Sunday, May 22, 2011
The importance of establishing healthy boundaries
What are boundaries?
In relationships boundaries are often defined as the line that indicates where one person ends and the other person begins. People with healthy boundaries have developed an identity separate and distinct from others and are not dependent upon others to nurture their personal and spiritual growth.
Boundaries are the foundation of good communication. Setting boundaries is about taking care of ourselves. Having healthy boundaries simplifies ones life.
Characteristics of healthy boundaries:
*You can say no or yes, and you are okay when others say no to you.
*You have a strong sense of identity. You respect yourself.
*You expect reciprocity in a relationship. You share responsibility and power.
*You know when the problem is yours and when it belongs to someone else.
*You share personal information gradually in a mutually sharing and trusting relationship.
*You don't tolerate abuse or disrespect.
*You know your own wants and needs and feelings. You communicate them clearly in your relationships.
*You are committed to and responsible for exploring and nurturing your full potential.
*You are responsible for your own happiness and fulfillment.
*You allow others to be responsible for their own happiness and fulfillment.
*You value your opinions and feelings as much as others.
*You know your limits. You allow others to define their limits.
*You are able to ask for help when you need it.
*You don't compromise your values or integrity to avoid rejection.
In relationships boundaries are often defined as the line that indicates where one person ends and the other person begins. People with healthy boundaries have developed an identity separate and distinct from others and are not dependent upon others to nurture their personal and spiritual growth.
Boundaries are the foundation of good communication. Setting boundaries is about taking care of ourselves. Having healthy boundaries simplifies ones life.
Characteristics of healthy boundaries:
*You can say no or yes, and you are okay when others say no to you.
*You have a strong sense of identity. You respect yourself.
*You expect reciprocity in a relationship. You share responsibility and power.
*You know when the problem is yours and when it belongs to someone else.
*You share personal information gradually in a mutually sharing and trusting relationship.
*You don't tolerate abuse or disrespect.
*You know your own wants and needs and feelings. You communicate them clearly in your relationships.
*You are committed to and responsible for exploring and nurturing your full potential.
*You are responsible for your own happiness and fulfillment.
*You allow others to be responsible for their own happiness and fulfillment.
*You value your opinions and feelings as much as others.
*You know your limits. You allow others to define their limits.
*You are able to ask for help when you need it.
*You don't compromise your values or integrity to avoid rejection.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
12 Gifts to Celebrate
This posting is inspired from the movie called " the ultimate gift " produced in 2007 starring Drew Fuller. This movie is about a rich young man learning to face life challenges and emerging a changed and better man with the help of his late grandfather. This movie covers 12 tasks/gifts which Drew must overcome to move forward.
These are the 12 gifts Drew received from accomplishing his 12 tasks.
The gift of......
Work
Money
Friends
Learning
Problems
Family
Laughter
Dreams
Giving
Gratitude
Day
Love
Grab a piece of paper or journal and write about each of the 12 gifts and the positive benefits each gift has on your life. Read what you have written.
What have you learned and discovered?
These are the 12 gifts Drew received from accomplishing his 12 tasks.
The gift of......
Work
Money
Friends
Learning
Problems
Family
Laughter
Dreams
Giving
Gratitude
Day
Love
Grab a piece of paper or journal and write about each of the 12 gifts and the positive benefits each gift has on your life. Read what you have written.
What have you learned and discovered?
Thursday, March 3, 2011
If you fall down get up and try again
Grab a journal or piece of paper and start writing about a goal you tried to achieve in the past. Write about how you feel and think right now about this unaccomplished goal. Read what you have written than put it aside to reflect on at a later date.
Test yourself. Pick one small goal to work on that you tried to achieve in the past. Make a plan, follow it through, and give yourself a date to complete the goal.
Once you have successfully completed your goal. Journal about how your feel and think after accomplishing your goal. Reflect on what you have written.
What are the positive results?
Challenge yourself and work hard to accomplish what ever task, test, or obstacle that you have found hard or challenging to overcome. The success and positive energy you will get when you finally achieve your goal is worth more than the achievement itself.
Test yourself. Pick one small goal to work on that you tried to achieve in the past. Make a plan, follow it through, and give yourself a date to complete the goal.
Once you have successfully completed your goal. Journal about how your feel and think after accomplishing your goal. Reflect on what you have written.
What are the positive results?
Challenge yourself and work hard to accomplish what ever task, test, or obstacle that you have found hard or challenging to overcome. The success and positive energy you will get when you finally achieve your goal is worth more than the achievement itself.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Are you controlling your time or is time controlling you?
Time management is a skill and like anything else needs to be planned and practiced.
What is time management?
By definition time management is the act or process of exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities, especially to increase efficiency or productivity.
What can time management do for you?
-help you meet your goals?
-help you gain control of your life
-help you achieve greater productivity
-help you increase your confidence
-help give you more time to include fun in your life
-help decrease the stress level in your life
There are many strageties and techniques to time management. Below are some simple steps to start applying time management to your life.
1) Figure out what you need to get done. Make a list.
2) Look at your list and prioritize it. Write # 1 by the first task, # 2 by the second task, and # 3 by the third task etc.......
3) Structure your day. Use an agenda or any other method to write down when and at what time you will work on your tasks. Estimate the amount of time you will need to complete each task.
4) Apply yourself. No procrasination. Just do it as Nike says and you will find that in time you will become more accomplished, productive, and have time for fun and other important things in your life.
* Don"t forget to get enough rest and have fun. It is good to get things done, but balance is always the key.
*Remember time cannot be replaced so learn to value it and make the most of it.
What is time management?
By definition time management is the act or process of exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities, especially to increase efficiency or productivity.
What can time management do for you?
-help you meet your goals?
-help you gain control of your life
-help you achieve greater productivity
-help you increase your confidence
-help give you more time to include fun in your life
-help decrease the stress level in your life
There are many strageties and techniques to time management. Below are some simple steps to start applying time management to your life.
1) Figure out what you need to get done. Make a list.
2) Look at your list and prioritize it. Write # 1 by the first task, # 2 by the second task, and # 3 by the third task etc.......
3) Structure your day. Use an agenda or any other method to write down when and at what time you will work on your tasks. Estimate the amount of time you will need to complete each task.
4) Apply yourself. No procrasination. Just do it as Nike says and you will find that in time you will become more accomplished, productive, and have time for fun and other important things in your life.
* Don"t forget to get enough rest and have fun. It is good to get things done, but balance is always the key.
*Remember time cannot be replaced so learn to value it and make the most of it.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
How balanced is your life?
Try this exercise to discover how balanced your life is
Take a piece of paper and draw a big circle. Now divide the circle into 10 equal pieces. Label each piece of the pie with one of the following headings. Label every piece of the pie making sure that each piece has a different heading.
Significant other (romance)
Spiritual
Career
Finances
Health and Fitness
Physical Environment/ Possessions
Fun/ Recreation/ Self care
Personal development/ Education
Friends/ Community
Family
To complete the exercise you will need 10 different coloured pencil crayons. Think about each heading of your pie and shade it in to represent how satisfied you are with each aspect of your life. For example if you are 100% satisfied with your career shade in the whole piece of pie labelled career.
The circle (whole pie) represents your entire life. Each piece of the pie is a part of your life.
When you are done coloring the pieces of your pie reflect on your new discovery.
What aspects of your life do you need to work on?
What steps will you take to balance out your life?
What are the benefits of a balanced life?
Poetry " Spring is Coming "
Spring is coming
It's just around the corner
A new year has just begun
The birds are singing
The children are playing
The flowers are beginning to grow
It's just around the corner
A new year has just begun
The birds are singing
The children are playing
The flowers are beginning to grow
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Are you the driver or the passenger in your life?
Life is like driving a car. You can be the driver or the passenger. When you jump into your car one usually has a destination. The object is generally to get from point A to point B.
So where are you in your life?
Point A is where you are now
Point B is where you want to go
In order to get to point B you need a plan.
The formula is pretty simple
(GOAL) +(PLAN) + (IMPLEMENT THE PLAN) + (FOLLOW THROUGH WITH THE PLAN) + (PERSISTENCE) = (GOAL ACHIEVED)
Are you applying this formula to your life?
Try it out. Pick a small, simple, and achievable goal to work on. Make a plan and a timeline to complete it. Follow through with your plan and don't give up. Enjoy the fruits of your labour and continue achieving your goals. Think of this process as a game. Are you winning and having fun at the same time?
One step at a time and you will achieve great results.
So where are you in your life?
Point A is where you are now
Point B is where you want to go
In order to get to point B you need a plan.
The formula is pretty simple
(GOAL) +(PLAN) + (IMPLEMENT THE PLAN) + (FOLLOW THROUGH WITH THE PLAN) + (PERSISTENCE) = (GOAL ACHIEVED)
Are you applying this formula to your life?
Try it out. Pick a small, simple, and achievable goal to work on. Make a plan and a timeline to complete it. Follow through with your plan and don't give up. Enjoy the fruits of your labour and continue achieving your goals. Think of this process as a game. Are you winning and having fun at the same time?
One step at a time and you will achieve great results.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Everyday is Valentine's Day
How to celebrate Valentine's Day everyday:
1) Grab a journal and start writing down all the things you can do for yourself to show yourself love.
Read what you have written.
2) When you are done start writing down all the things you can do to show other people love.
Read what you have written.
3) Do one loving thing for yourself and someone else everyday for the next 7 days; make sure to journal about your experience(s).
4) After 7 days have passed read about your 7 days of experience displaying acts of love towards yourself and others.
5) Reflect on this experience. What are your feelings and thoughts?
6) What are the benefits of loving yourself and others?
*Celebrate your love for yourself and others everyday. You don't have to wait for valentines day.
1) Grab a journal and start writing down all the things you can do for yourself to show yourself love.
Read what you have written.
2) When you are done start writing down all the things you can do to show other people love.
Read what you have written.
3) Do one loving thing for yourself and someone else everyday for the next 7 days; make sure to journal about your experience(s).
4) After 7 days have passed read about your 7 days of experience displaying acts of love towards yourself and others.
5) Reflect on this experience. What are your feelings and thoughts?
6) What are the benefits of loving yourself and others?
*Celebrate your love for yourself and others everyday. You don't have to wait for valentines day.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Challenge your thoughts
Have you ever spent the day keeping track of your thoughts?
Here is an exercise to check out how negative or positive your thoughts are.
What you willl need:
A journal, pen, or pencil, a watch or timer, and some time.
Directions:
1) As soon as you wake up record your first thought(s); then continue your day and record 1 to 3 thoughts every hour during a 5 hour period.
2) When 5 hours has passed look at your journal where you recorded your thoughts. Were most of your thoughts negative, positive, or a mixture of both?
3) Rewrite the negative thoughts into positive thoughts.
* Next time you process a thought be conscious of what you are thinking and change each negative thought into a positive thought.
* You will find in time that you will become a more positive person and will eventually begin to see the positive side in every situation.
It makes for a happier life.
What are you waiting for? Experiment with yourself and give it a try. You have nothing to loose and everything to gain. The best part is that it is absolutely FREE.
So is the glass half empty or half full?
Here is an exercise to check out how negative or positive your thoughts are.
What you willl need:
A journal, pen, or pencil, a watch or timer, and some time.
Directions:
1) As soon as you wake up record your first thought(s); then continue your day and record 1 to 3 thoughts every hour during a 5 hour period.
2) When 5 hours has passed look at your journal where you recorded your thoughts. Were most of your thoughts negative, positive, or a mixture of both?
3) Rewrite the negative thoughts into positive thoughts.
* Next time you process a thought be conscious of what you are thinking and change each negative thought into a positive thought.
* You will find in time that you will become a more positive person and will eventually begin to see the positive side in every situation.
It makes for a happier life.
What are you waiting for? Experiment with yourself and give it a try. You have nothing to loose and everything to gain. The best part is that it is absolutely FREE.
So is the glass half empty or half full?
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Reflecting on Life
Although life can be challenging and not always fun, I hope you have something to smile about or at least laugh about. Happiness and love are two things most people yearn for and yet find so unattainable.
Happiness is defined on an individual bases and only you know exactly what makes you happy. Look around you and find something to be grateful about. Focus on the positive things and find out ways to change negative situations into positive situations. Take the first step no matter how scary it can be. It is only when plans are put into action does a change occur.
If you want to attract love practive giving love. If you believe in the law or attraction then the love you give with eventually return to you.
Have a happy heart, laugh, and smile. Contain your problems and don't let them control your life.
After all isn't being given the gift of life enough already?
You are in control of your life. So where do you want to go? What do you want to achieve? What is your purpose in life?
Take a deep breath and just relax. Everything will be okay.
Rest well. Tomorrow is another day. Make the most of it.
Happiness is defined on an individual bases and only you know exactly what makes you happy. Look around you and find something to be grateful about. Focus on the positive things and find out ways to change negative situations into positive situations. Take the first step no matter how scary it can be. It is only when plans are put into action does a change occur.
If you want to attract love practive giving love. If you believe in the law or attraction then the love you give with eventually return to you.
Have a happy heart, laugh, and smile. Contain your problems and don't let them control your life.
After all isn't being given the gift of life enough already?
You are in control of your life. So where do you want to go? What do you want to achieve? What is your purpose in life?
Take a deep breath and just relax. Everything will be okay.
Rest well. Tomorrow is another day. Make the most of it.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Poetry "What is your Story "
Tell me your story
I love happy endings
Did you fall in love?
Did you create children?
Have you experienced all you wanted?
Have you done everything you wanted to do?
It's not over, you have only just begun
Never give up through the good and the bad
Life is about challenges, experiences, and change
Write your own story don't live someone elses
By Candice Hung February 2, 2011
I love happy endings
Did you fall in love?
Did you create children?
Have you experienced all you wanted?
Have you done everything you wanted to do?
It's not over, you have only just begun
Never give up through the good and the bad
Life is about challenges, experiences, and change
Write your own story don't live someone elses
By Candice Hung February 2, 2011
Poetry-" Tippy Toes "
Tippy, tippy toes
Please be quiet
The children are sleeping
No need for waking
Walk very quietly
One foot at a time
The children need their rest
It's time to do our best
Hush, hush, talk in a low voice
Whisper softly not in a loud voice
Good night children
Sweet dreams I wish you
I long to see you early in the morning
By Candice Hung February 2, 2011
Please be quiet
The children are sleeping
No need for waking
Walk very quietly
One foot at a time
The children need their rest
It's time to do our best
Hush, hush, talk in a low voice
Whisper softly not in a loud voice
Good night children
Sweet dreams I wish you
I long to see you early in the morning
By Candice Hung February 2, 2011
Poetry- "Growing Up"
Growing up is hard to do
To find my own way in this kind of way
The heart aches one feels
Takes time to heal
All in time one my find
Things get better each and every day
The pain subsides
Deep down inside
Eventually a smile may appear
The heart will open up without fear
For it will find love again
And learn to mend again and again
By Candice Hung February 2, 2011
To find my own way in this kind of way
The heart aches one feels
Takes time to heal
All in time one my find
Things get better each and every day
The pain subsides
Deep down inside
Eventually a smile may appear
The heart will open up without fear
For it will find love again
And learn to mend again and again
By Candice Hung February 2, 2011
Sunday, January 30, 2011
" Chinese New Year "
Chinese New Year is coming
Have you seen the rabbit?
It's time to celebrate
Why not eat some moon cake?
Family and friends gather together
Let's have a food festival where ever
I wish you all a good 2011
Remember good boys and girls
go to heaven
By Candice Hung January 29, 2011
Have you seen the rabbit?
It's time to celebrate
Why not eat some moon cake?
Family and friends gather together
Let's have a food festival where ever
I wish you all a good 2011
Remember good boys and girls
go to heaven
By Candice Hung January 29, 2011
Poetry " Listen to your Heart "
Listen to your heart
What does it tell you?
Listen very carefully
Listen very hard
When the world is cold
Never forget pure gold
The heart never lies
You know everything
You need to know
Deep down inside
By Candice Hung January 29, 2011
What does it tell you?
Listen very carefully
Listen very hard
When the world is cold
Never forget pure gold
The heart never lies
You know everything
You need to know
Deep down inside
By Candice Hung January 29, 2011
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Poetry " Home Sweet Home "
Home sweet home
Can never be replaced
My heart is yours forever
This is my sacred place
I miss you when I am away
So lonely are the days
A house filled with love
Is everything above
By Candice Hung January 29, 2011
Can never be replaced
My heart is yours forever
This is my sacred place
I miss you when I am away
So lonely are the days
A house filled with love
Is everything above
By Candice Hung January 29, 2011
The Benefits of Exercise
The Benefits of Exercising
Exercise is one of the most essential activities to incorporate into your life. The benefits are endless including improved emotional, mental, and physical health. Experts suggest getting at least 30 minutes of exercise a day. Make exercise fun. Mix it up and make it a sociable activity if you like. You will feel better and your body will thank you.
Here are some suggested sports activities to get you going:
*Nothing beats a nice walk. Walk with a friend, dog, or alone. Incorporate it into your day to make the most of your time. Walk to work, the grocery store, to run errands, or walk up the stair when you can.
*Do you like water? Swimming is one of the most relaxing sports and it’s easy on the body. Do some laps or take part in an aqua-fit class.
*Is your bike just sitting in the corner collecting dust? Bike to the grocery store, run errands, meet a friend, bike around the sea wall, or make it a social activity.
*Go to an aerobics class. Aerobics can be fun. Why not exercise to the sound of music and meet some people along the way.
*How about a yoga class? Yoga is a great way to meditate, release stress, and stretch that body all at the same time. You could also make some friends at the same time.
Group sports are always a hit. Pick up that tennis racket or head to the nearest gym for a game of badminton.
Want a little competition? Call up some friends, stop by the park, or join a group for a game of basketball. I guarantee you will be so engaged in the game you won’t even know you are exercising.
Feeling lonely? Join a dance class. You might meet someone special along the way.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Poetry " Journey of Life "
In this journey of life there are ups and downs
Sometimes the door opens and sometimes it closes
There are no wrong choices only decisions to be made
As we look through our own pair of glasses it is how we
see things that makes all the difference
Can you see a rainbow through a thunder storm?
Is there still hope after a natural disaster?
Will your broken heart ever mend?
Walk toward the light
There is always a way through the tunnel
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Sometimes the door opens and sometimes it closes
There are no wrong choices only decisions to be made
As we look through our own pair of glasses it is how we
see things that makes all the difference
Can you see a rainbow through a thunder storm?
Is there still hope after a natural disaster?
Will your broken heart ever mend?
Walk toward the light
There is always a way through the tunnel
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Poetry " My Dream Job...."
Gives me a reason to get up every morning
Puts a smile on my face and fills me up with love
I can do it with ease, it comes naturally to me you see
I was put on earth for this purpose
To help and heal others to move forward
To heal broken hearts and broken souls
To talk to the lonely and those that need to be consoled
as I listen and understand with empathy and care
I can connect with my clients in a special way I swear
A deep connection you might say
I ease all the loneliness and all the pain, and help each
and everyone of them to see the light on a dark day
A trusted friend who is honest and kind, who will never
reveal the secrets that one may hide
My clients reveal their fears and show me their tears
as I listen carefully and openly without judgement or
despair
A heart of gold and wisdom that can not be sold
A gifted healer to help others heal and grow
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Puts a smile on my face and fills me up with love
I can do it with ease, it comes naturally to me you see
I was put on earth for this purpose
To help and heal others to move forward
To heal broken hearts and broken souls
To talk to the lonely and those that need to be consoled
as I listen and understand with empathy and care
I can connect with my clients in a special way I swear
A deep connection you might say
I ease all the loneliness and all the pain, and help each
and everyone of them to see the light on a dark day
A trusted friend who is honest and kind, who will never
reveal the secrets that one may hide
My clients reveal their fears and show me their tears
as I listen carefully and openly without judgement or
despair
A heart of gold and wisdom that can not be sold
A gifted healer to help others heal and grow
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Poetry " My Dear Friend "
A shoulder to cry on
An ear to listen
A companion to share my life with
Someone to laugh with me too
You are there when I need you
Through lifes ups and downs
Forever true when I am feeling blue
You add value to my life and sparkle to my day
For life would be dull without you
My sunshine through the rainy days
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
An ear to listen
A companion to share my life with
Someone to laugh with me too
You are there when I need you
Through lifes ups and downs
Forever true when I am feeling blue
You add value to my life and sparkle to my day
For life would be dull without you
My sunshine through the rainy days
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Poetry " Moving Forward "
One step at a time
Everyday a little more
I don't want to stand in the same spot anymore
Should I go left or should I go right?
Any step will do tonight
It's time for change
I don't want to stay the same
One step, two steps, three steps forward
I don't want to look back anymore
Here I go
Hooray for change
It's time I say
I want a new experience again and again
This time I am ready to embrace what I call change
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Everyday a little more
I don't want to stand in the same spot anymore
Should I go left or should I go right?
Any step will do tonight
It's time for change
I don't want to stay the same
One step, two steps, three steps forward
I don't want to look back anymore
Here I go
Hooray for change
It's time I say
I want a new experience again and again
This time I am ready to embrace what I call change
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Poetry " My Anger "
My anger comes from deep within
Ready to bubble at any moment
My anger is hot and explosive just waiting to be triggered
Sometimes I cannot control it; for it errupts like lava flowing from a volcano
What this anger is about and where it's roots are is unknown
Just let it out and let it go
For it is so powerful it is in control
What it means and where it comes from I don't really know
For it is deep within my soul hot like fire and pure like gold
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Ready to bubble at any moment
My anger is hot and explosive just waiting to be triggered
Sometimes I cannot control it; for it errupts like lava flowing from a volcano
What this anger is about and where it's roots are is unknown
Just let it out and let it go
For it is so powerful it is in control
What it means and where it comes from I don't really know
For it is deep within my soul hot like fire and pure like gold
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
Poetry " It's A New Year! "
It's a new year
It's time for a fresh start
Pick up those feet
It's time to get moving
No more snoozing
Leave it to the bears to hibernate
What I do with my life is my fate
One step, two steps, go go go
It's time to put on a show
No more complaining
It's time for changes
Go get what you want and stop whinning about
I can avoid life all I want
If I wait, I will create my fate
Eventually my support will fall apart
Then the walls will come tumbling down when there is now one around
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
It's time for a fresh start
Pick up those feet
It's time to get moving
No more snoozing
Leave it to the bears to hibernate
What I do with my life is my fate
One step, two steps, go go go
It's time to put on a show
No more complaining
It's time for changes
Go get what you want and stop whinning about
I can avoid life all I want
If I wait, I will create my fate
Eventually my support will fall apart
Then the walls will come tumbling down when there is now one around
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
I Want .......
To stretch myself
To explore
To take risks
To keep on giving and receiving love
To be strong
To be healthy
To challenge myself
To not be afraid
To stand up for myself
To love myself completely
To find true love
To start a family
To not be afraid to walk alway from things that are not good for me
To never give up
To continue to always enjoy life no matter what the circumstances are
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
To explore
To take risks
To keep on giving and receiving love
To be strong
To be healthy
To challenge myself
To not be afraid
To stand up for myself
To love myself completely
To find true love
To start a family
To not be afraid to walk alway from things that are not good for me
To never give up
To continue to always enjoy life no matter what the circumstances are
By Candice Hung January 24, 2011
I love myself because.......
I am caring and kind
Considerate and thoughtful
Loving and nurturing
Forgiving and accepting
Empathetic and giving
Beautiful voice
Beautiful soul
I like to make people happy
I like to challenge people to grow
I am intelligent
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Considerate and thoughtful
Loving and nurturing
Forgiving and accepting
Empathetic and giving
Beautiful voice
Beautiful soul
I like to make people happy
I like to challenge people to grow
I am intelligent
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Sunday, January 23, 2011
I am grateful for...................
My family and friends
For having shelter
For having freedom and choice
For having fun and laughter
For the chance to live my life the way I want
For having a car to drive
For having legs, feet, and eyes
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
For having shelter
For having freedom and choice
For having fun and laughter
For the chance to live my life the way I want
For having a car to drive
For having legs, feet, and eyes
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
How to find myself
To look inward instead of outward
To learn to love and live for myself
To remember the simple things that make me happy
To be grateful for what I have
To work towards what I want
To have the strength to never give up
To keep on giving and helping others
To remember to laugh and forgive others
To keep on growing and trying
To push myself
To complete tasks I need to do even if I don't enjoy it
To keep connected to myself and others
To not let my emotions get the better of me
To be kind to myself and others
To take risks
To run towards love instead of away from it
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
To learn to love and live for myself
To remember the simple things that make me happy
To be grateful for what I have
To work towards what I want
To have the strength to never give up
To keep on giving and helping others
To remember to laugh and forgive others
To keep on growing and trying
To push myself
To complete tasks I need to do even if I don't enjoy it
To keep connected to myself and others
To not let my emotions get the better of me
To be kind to myself and others
To take risks
To run towards love instead of away from it
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Poetry " Family "
The essence of love
Forever with you
Close to heart
Hold on tight and never let it go
Honest, caring, and true
Always there when you are feeling blue
The product of love
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Forever with you
Close to heart
Hold on tight and never let it go
Honest, caring, and true
Always there when you are feeling blue
The product of love
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Poetry " Happiness "
Is a choice
State of mind
Can be felt
Can not be bought
Must come from within
Simple
Essential
Gold
Priceless
Everything
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
State of mind
Can be felt
Can not be bought
Must come from within
Simple
Essential
Gold
Priceless
Everything
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Poetry " Snow "
I looked out the window to see a white blanket of snow
Soft and sparkly and cold to the touch
It is quite, the birds are hidding
The rain has gone away
The summer is months away
Hooray hooray let's go and play
Winter snow has fallen
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Soft and sparkly and cold to the touch
It is quite, the birds are hidding
The rain has gone away
The summer is months away
Hooray hooray let's go and play
Winter snow has fallen
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Poetry " Children "
Innocence and wonder
Fulll of laughter and love
A creation of man kind
Fun and play fill the days
A need to explore and grow
One minute crying the next minute laughing
You bring a smile to my face and hold a special place in my heart
By Candice Hung January23, 2011
Fulll of laughter and love
A creation of man kind
Fun and play fill the days
A need to explore and grow
One minute crying the next minute laughing
You bring a smile to my face and hold a special place in my heart
By Candice Hung January23, 2011
Poetry " My Blackberry "
My connection to the world
For I will never be lonely as long as I have you
You meet all my needs
You ring when I am lonely
You are practical and knowledgeable too
My gateway to the world
When I am tired I can put you away
I keep you close to me, for I never want to be without you
My dear blackberry I love you
By Candice Hung Jaunary 23, 2011
For I will never be lonely as long as I have you
You meet all my needs
You ring when I am lonely
You are practical and knowledgeable too
My gateway to the world
When I am tired I can put you away
I keep you close to me, for I never want to be without you
My dear blackberry I love you
By Candice Hung Jaunary 23, 2011
Poetry " Love "
Can come in any shape or form
It need not be a person
It need not be a thing
It need not be a place
It is a feeling inside
It can not be bought
It can not be sold
It can tell stories
It is as good as gold
Love will come and go
Love is delicate and brittle
Love is sweet and tender
Love can give you strength
Love can give you pain
Love can tear you apart and make you love never again
Love is the essence of life
The seeds of birth
The seeds of pain
By Candice Hung February 6, 2009
It need not be a person
It need not be a thing
It need not be a place
It is a feeling inside
It can not be bought
It can not be sold
It can tell stories
It is as good as gold
Love will come and go
Love is delicate and brittle
Love is sweet and tender
Love can give you strength
Love can give you pain
Love can tear you apart and make you love never again
Love is the essence of life
The seeds of birth
The seeds of pain
By Candice Hung February 6, 2009
Poetry " Loving Myself "
I love the way I care for other people and things
My good hearted nature never stops to amaze me
My intelligence is like a light bulb that turns off and on like a light switch
I have an endless amounts of ideas and concepts, ask me if you need feedback
My inner beauty has touched many hearts
I am always thoughtful and considerate
I love to give and work hard
I am courageous and will fight for the underdog
I am fearless in that consequences never scare me
By Candice Hung Febuary 23, 2009
My good hearted nature never stops to amaze me
My intelligence is like a light bulb that turns off and on like a light switch
I have an endless amounts of ideas and concepts, ask me if you need feedback
My inner beauty has touched many hearts
I am always thoughtful and considerate
I love to give and work hard
I am courageous and will fight for the underdog
I am fearless in that consequences never scare me
By Candice Hung Febuary 23, 2009
Poetry " Lucky "
You know you are lucky when somebody loves you so much they would do anything to be with you
You know you are lucky when somebody will be there for you
You know you are lucky when there will be another day so you can be with this person
You know you are lucky when somebody cares to understand you
You know you are lucky when you realize that you are actually not alone
At the end of a rainbow there is a pot of gold
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
You know you are lucky when somebody will be there for you
You know you are lucky when there will be another day so you can be with this person
You know you are lucky when somebody cares to understand you
You know you are lucky when you realize that you are actually not alone
At the end of a rainbow there is a pot of gold
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Poetry " Forgiveness "
To let go
To move on
To make peace
To be mature
To be gracious
To detach
To accept
To grow
To let go of hurt
To let go of anger
To let go of pain
To be free
To be content
To have compassion
To liberate yourself
To separate from your ego and pride
To be in control of your internal happiness
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
To move on
To make peace
To be mature
To be gracious
To detach
To accept
To grow
To let go of hurt
To let go of anger
To let go of pain
To be free
To be content
To have compassion
To liberate yourself
To separate from your ego and pride
To be in control of your internal happiness
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Poetry " Embracing Change "
A fresh new start
The unknown
Exciting
Growing
To move forward
New challenges
New experiences
New opportunities
Refreshing
Delightful
Inspiring
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
The unknown
Exciting
Growing
To move forward
New challenges
New experiences
New opportunities
Refreshing
Delightful
Inspiring
By Candice Hung January 23, 2011
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Nurturing relationships
Relationships take time, effort, work, and maintenance. They can be so rewarding and challenging at times. Having healthy relationships is so important to ones mental and emotional health. You get what you give. Choice your friends carefully. People can not be changes so be ready to accept your friends and loved ones as they are. Be ready to work on personal and interpersonal issues. Enjoy the happy and cherished times and be ready to walk away when it doesn't work.
Focus on the positive things you see and accept the imperfections in others.
Focus on the positive things you see and accept the imperfections in others.
Are you controlling your finances or are your finances controlling you?
Do you have a buget?
Are you aware of your income and expenses?
Pay yourself first. Get your debts paid and start creating savings or building your RRSP. Make your money work for you. Don't be a slave to debt.
It's all about control and discipline. Do you have limits? Are you making enough money? Live within your means.
Nobody wants to wear dirty underwear every single day so why would you want to live with heaps of debt? It just drags you down, causes stress, and mentally preoccupies the mind. Live happier and lighter.
Ask yourself what you really need verses what you think you want?
Instant gratification doesn't last long. What is going to make you happy in the long run? The new car or the peace of mind that you are financially sound?
Are you aware of your income and expenses?
Pay yourself first. Get your debts paid and start creating savings or building your RRSP. Make your money work for you. Don't be a slave to debt.
It's all about control and discipline. Do you have limits? Are you making enough money? Live within your means.
Nobody wants to wear dirty underwear every single day so why would you want to live with heaps of debt? It just drags you down, causes stress, and mentally preoccupies the mind. Live happier and lighter.
Ask yourself what you really need verses what you think you want?
Instant gratification doesn't last long. What is going to make you happy in the long run? The new car or the peace of mind that you are financially sound?
Just relax
It is important to take time out just to relax. Life can get so busy, don't forget to slow down.
If you had a day off just to yourself what would you do? What would the benefits be? How would you feel?
Remember life is all about balance. Stress can be deadly and so can procrasination. Have you found a delicate balance?
Don't forget to breath. You can afford to take a break. Sometimes it's all you need to recharge those batteries.
If you had a day off just to yourself what would you do? What would the benefits be? How would you feel?
Remember life is all about balance. Stress can be deadly and so can procrasination. Have you found a delicate balance?
Don't forget to breath. You can afford to take a break. Sometimes it's all you need to recharge those batteries.
The power of networking in a competitive job market
Todays job market is competitive.
Do you know the power of networking?
How many of you have jobs today that you got through a friend, family member, or other related contact?
It's not always about what you know or even how much work experience you have. Sometimes it's about who you know. Every social interaction you have could lead to a potential job lead or an exciting new career.
Always make a good impression and never burn bridges. Word of mouth advertising is powerful. It can make you or break you so use it to your advantage.
Your new job could just be around the corner.
What type of impression are you making?
Who do you know?
Who do you want to know?
What are your career goals?
Do you know where you want to go?
Be polite, respectful, friendly, and sell yourself.
Let people know who you are and what talents and skills you have to offer.
After all aren't we all just walking advertisments?
What are you marketing about yourself and what are you trying to sell? Who is your audience? Captivate them and lure them. Make them want you. Stand out from the crowd. Make people remember you in a positive way.
Do you know the power of networking?
How many of you have jobs today that you got through a friend, family member, or other related contact?
It's not always about what you know or even how much work experience you have. Sometimes it's about who you know. Every social interaction you have could lead to a potential job lead or an exciting new career.
Always make a good impression and never burn bridges. Word of mouth advertising is powerful. It can make you or break you so use it to your advantage.
Your new job could just be around the corner.
What type of impression are you making?
Who do you know?
Who do you want to know?
What are your career goals?
Do you know where you want to go?
Be polite, respectful, friendly, and sell yourself.
Let people know who you are and what talents and skills you have to offer.
After all aren't we all just walking advertisments?
What are you marketing about yourself and what are you trying to sell? Who is your audience? Captivate them and lure them. Make them want you. Stand out from the crowd. Make people remember you in a positive way.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Listen to your body
Looking after to your body is essential to health.
What is your body telling you?
Is your body.......
*In need of rest?
*In need of repair?
*In need of nutrients?
*In need of exercise?
*In need of affection?
Your body has something to say. Listen and respond accordingly.
What is your body telling you?
Is your body.......
*In need of rest?
*In need of repair?
*In need of nutrients?
*In need of exercise?
*In need of affection?
Your body has something to say. Listen and respond accordingly.
Why is socializing just as important as going to work?
There are a lot of benefits when it comes to having a balanced social life. Yesterday I meet a friend and had some dinner and watched a movie. I had a good time socializing, connecting, and escaping. My mood improved and so did my energy. It is good to relax and enjoy life sometimes, all in moderation.
How balanced is your life?
How well are you managing your life?
How balanced is your life?
How well are you managing your life?
Monday, January 17, 2011
Are your enjoying life?
When was the last time you sat down and said to yourself " I had a great day today"
When was the last time you laughted until you started to cry?
Are you having fun?
Are you socializing with family and friends?
Do you enjoy your job?
How is your financial situation?
All of the above questions are related to your happiness. One thing affects another like in the game dominos. Living a happy and balanced life is like keeping the equilibrium in an aquarium.
If you are not enjoying life and simply going through the motions you better put on the breaks and ask yourself what you are doing in your life.
When was the last time you laughted until you started to cry?
Are you having fun?
Are you socializing with family and friends?
Do you enjoy your job?
How is your financial situation?
All of the above questions are related to your happiness. One thing affects another like in the game dominos. Living a happy and balanced life is like keeping the equilibrium in an aquarium.
If you are not enjoying life and simply going through the motions you better put on the breaks and ask yourself what you are doing in your life.
Do you love your job?
How many of you wake up every morning excited to go to work? Do you find your day at work fulfilling? Are you using your natural talents? Are you happy to be at work?
Grab a piece of paper and a pen and start journaling.
Here is your topic.
If I could do anything in the world and money was not an issue what would you be doing?
Journal and then read what you have written. Does it make sense? Have you discovered something about yourself that you were not aware of? Reflect on your thoughts and see where it takes you.
*Remember it is never to late to change careers. You are living for yourself at the end of the day.
Grab a piece of paper and a pen and start journaling.
Here is your topic.
If I could do anything in the world and money was not an issue what would you be doing?
Journal and then read what you have written. Does it make sense? Have you discovered something about yourself that you were not aware of? Reflect on your thoughts and see where it takes you.
*Remember it is never to late to change careers. You are living for yourself at the end of the day.
What is Self Care?
Self care refers to taking care of yourself. Imagine you are a car. Cars need maintenance and repair and so do you. Ask yourself the following questions?
Do you get enough sleep?
Are you exercising daily?
Are you eating healthy?
Do you socialize enough?
How do you combat stress?
How is your financial situation?
What are you doing to take care of yourself?
TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF IS APART OF SELF LOVE.
HOW MUCH DO YOU LOVE YOURSELF?
Do you get enough sleep?
Are you exercising daily?
Are you eating healthy?
Do you socialize enough?
How do you combat stress?
How is your financial situation?
What are you doing to take care of yourself?
TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF IS APART OF SELF LOVE.
HOW MUCH DO YOU LOVE YOURSELF?
Reconnecting
I have reconnected with an old friend. It does not really matter what we fought about, all that matters is that we can connect again and distance ourselves from the black hole of loneliness.
The more connections you make in life, the less lonely it will be. There is no reason to be lonely. There are so many people in this world so why are so many of us walking around with that awful hollow feeling inside?
Reach out to a friend, reach out to a stranger. Make connections all day and every day. Do this and you are one step closer to love. We all live in this world together so why not make it a more positive experience?
Love is everywhere. Just look around, open your heart and be ready to give and receive. If everyone on this planet decided to do one loving act of kindness a day there would be hearts everywhere.
As they say know they neighbor as oneself.
The more connections you make in life, the less lonely it will be. There is no reason to be lonely. There are so many people in this world so why are so many of us walking around with that awful hollow feeling inside?
Reach out to a friend, reach out to a stranger. Make connections all day and every day. Do this and you are one step closer to love. We all live in this world together so why not make it a more positive experience?
Love is everywhere. Just look around, open your heart and be ready to give and receive. If everyone on this planet decided to do one loving act of kindness a day there would be hearts everywhere.
As they say know they neighbor as oneself.
Have you made goals for 2011?
It is a new year. It's time for renewal, change, challenges, excitment, new experiences, fun, and personal growth. You can do what ever you want, be who ever you want to be. The world is your oyster if you choose to see it that way. Are you living the life you want? If not, ask yourself why not? What can you do to make your life better right now? What is it going to take? What is your passion? What inspires you? What is your natural internal motivation? Do you like your job? Are your relationships meeting your needs? How is your health? How is your financial situation? Are you enjoying your life? Are you challenging yourself? Are you having fun? Are you living in the present? Have you made meaningful connections? Do you have a purpose in life? The most important question is ARE YOU HAPPY? If not what are you going to do about it?
"REMEMBER CHANGE HAPPENS WHEN YOU WANT IT TO. SO WHAT DO YOU WANT? HOW ARE YOU GOING TO GET WHAT YOU WANT? MAKE A PLAN AND MAKE IT HAPPEN. AS NIKE SAYS JUST DO IT. TODAY, RIGHT NOW! THE ONLY THING YOU CAN NOT REPLACE IS TIME. EVERYTHING ELSE CAN BE REPLACED EXCEPT YOU. YOU ARE AN INDIVIUAL. ONE OF A KIND. UNIQUE AND TALENTED."
"REMEMBER CHANGE HAPPENS WHEN YOU WANT IT TO. SO WHAT DO YOU WANT? HOW ARE YOU GOING TO GET WHAT YOU WANT? MAKE A PLAN AND MAKE IT HAPPEN. AS NIKE SAYS JUST DO IT. TODAY, RIGHT NOW! THE ONLY THING YOU CAN NOT REPLACE IS TIME. EVERYTHING ELSE CAN BE REPLACED EXCEPT YOU. YOU ARE AN INDIVIUAL. ONE OF A KIND. UNIQUE AND TALENTED."
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