Sunday, January 1, 2012

As the bell of 2012 plays its melodic tune in perfect harmony with the background drone of a drunken version of Old Lang Syne, I craft this post as I begin my reflection of the year gone by and simultaneously commit myself to 2012 by charting and documenting my course(s) of action to the goals I have established this year. I am constantly reminded by signs and indications around me of my true purpose and gifts. Therefore, in the execution of one of my personal goals of "giving more" I give you these 21 suggestions; written by a man who was clearly blessed by having and appreciating the great people he was fortunate enough to have in his life.

Do your best in 2012
-Enjoy!
                                                              21 Suggestions for Success
                                                                By H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

1. Marry the right person. This one decision will determine 90% of your happiness or misery.
2.Work at something you enjoy and that's worthy of your time and talent.
3. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
4. Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
5. Be forgiving of yourself and others.
6. Be generous.
7. Have a grateful heart.
8. Persistence, persistence, persistence.
9. Discipline yourself to save money on even the most modest salary.
10. Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
11. Commit yourself to constant improvement.
12. Commit yourself to quality.
13. Understand that happiness is not based on possessions, power or prestige, but on relationships with people you love and respect.
14. Be loyal.
15. Be honest.
16. Be a self-starter.
17. Be decisive even if it means you'll sometimes be wrong.
18. Stop blaming others. Take responsibility for every area of your life.
19. Be bold and courageous. When you look back on your life, you'll regret the things you didn't do more than the ones you did.
20. Take good care of those you love.
21. Don't do anything that wouldn't make your FAMILY and Friends proud to say they know you.

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