things i've learned this last year...

Being told what to do long enough, one will eventually operate like a robot and not think for themself

Quietness, though at a short supply in our world, when given too much of, is overrated

Mumbling and complaining is just plain annoying and doesn't help anyone

Daily repitition is something I don't like (example, being asked the same question every day, only to give the same answer)

A lot of people simply work at a job for a paycheck (vs. working, using your abilities and gifts that make you alive and passionate to impact the world)

When people ask questions, they don't always want to know the truthful answer

People like to talk about their own lives much more than they really care to hear about yours

Candy on your desk is a temptation that will eventually wear you down

Sunshine is NOT overrated-even through a window

Grateful people appreciate what they have; murmurers don't want what they are given

Being glad, grateful, joyful is a choice you must make every day

Just because you're 35 does not mean you have good communication skills

Stepping out to do something that is in your heart is always scary, rarely what you thought and whether now or later, usually brings a great reward

People must be given grace and room to grow and change-otherwise we will be at a very low supply of friends

Decisions should not be made based on a present situation of not understanding that could easily change with a new perspective tomorrow

Letting go and surrendering things you have been set on, when you don't have the emotions to help you, only shows you the true motives of your heart that much more.

Going against the culture and bringing about positive change takes more than just opinions and ambition-it takes consistency and perseverence