Welcome to the Quote of the Week. Life is often compared to the ebb and flow of the ocean's waves. In the final episode of the the TV series "The Good Place," the character Chidi Anagonye offers a thoughtful analogy that likens an individual's existence to a single wave.  Perhaps, like mine did with Chidi's thought-provoking metaphor, your perspective will undergo a slight shift.

"Picture a wave in the ocean. You can see it, measure it - its height,

the way the sunlight refracts as it passes through - and it's there, 

you can see it, and you know what it is, it's a wave. And then it crashes

on the shore and it's gone.  But the water is still there. The wave was

just a different way for the water to be, for a little while."

The Good Place; The Good Place; Chidi Anagonye

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Video: Picture a Wave Quote 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8CWzvNwzzo

Video: Movie Scene from an old Cary Grant and Sofia Loren

movie,  Houseboat, with a similar philosophy as this week's quote. 

The timeless "ocean" of existence.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ynMrmloUVA

Meditation of the Week: Inner Wisdom & Compassion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPC_36ZHOjo&t=1037s

Rock & Roll Homeroom: Song of the Week: 

George Harrison What is Life

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiH9edd25Bc

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

“None of this is bad.” - Chidi

Remember: That no matter what, everything will always be okay now and forever.  

 I've been there all too often and perhaps you have as well - stuck in a loop, spiraling through the same self-defeating behaviors and tripping into familiar ruts that we can't seem to escape. But as Portia Nelson shares in her quote this week, drawn from her autobiography, the path to change may be simpler than we realize.  (I need to get to Chapter 5 quicker!)

My Autobiography in Five Short Chapters

Chapter 1

I walk down the street.
There is a deep hole in the sidewalk
I fall in.
I am lost ... I am helpless.
It isn't my fault.
It takes me forever to find a way out.

Chapter 2

I walk down the same street.
There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.
I pretend I don't see it.
I fall in again.
I can't believe I am in the same place
but, it isn't my fault.
It still takes a long time to get out.

Chapter 3

I walk down the same street.
There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.
I see it is there.
I still fall in ... it's a habit.
My eyes are open
I know where I am.
It is my fault.
I get out immediately.

Chapter 4

I walk down the same street.
There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.
I walk around it.

Chapter 5

I walk down another street.

Portia Nelson

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week: Gain Clarity and Get Unstuck
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZQBY_uHS4Q

Article: Unstuck: Create a New Path for Yourself

https://zenhabits.net/unstuck/

Rock n Roll Homeroom Song of the Week

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1LsRShUPtY

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Wishing you a most BEAUTIFUL day wherever this may find you!

 How often do we stress over things that don’t really matter in the long run? Here’s a wise reminder from  C. S. Lewis’s book The Four Loves, where he challenges us to think about what is truly valuable and lasting.  

"All that is not eternal is eternally out of date. 

Everything that is not eternal is worthless in eternity."

C. S. Lewis

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPC_36ZHOjo

Question of the Week: (A question to know yourself better)

How does this week's quote resonate with you? 

Rock n Roll Homeroom Song of the Week; Unchained Melody
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zv8czIoAw5w

Article: Computers, Digital Devices and Eye Strain (From Recomendo)

https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/computer-usage?

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

The meaningless things of this world are not worth all the worry.

 The future holds many unknowns. How will you respond to the changes and challenges that await you? Will you procrastinate and make excuses (like I mostly do), or take decisive action? The philosopher William James insists we do the latter with his directive in this week's quote.

“To change one’s life;
Start immediately.
Do it flamboyantly.
No exceptions.”
William James

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Guided Mindfulness Meditation: Embracing Change

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HpkiZDyELM

Reflective Question of the Week

What are the biggest things you’ve learned in life thus far?

A Not Rock n Roll Homeroom Song of the Week

but a recording and Animated Score from 1oo years ago;
Rhapsody In Blue (w/Gershwin on piano) 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bK98TmMoDEk

Interesting Website: Quiet Places Finder (from Recomendo)

https://earth.fm/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

What changes lie ahead for you?  Will you shy away or lean in with purpose? The choice is yours.

 Have you ever wondered if there was a way to happiness? Thich Nhat Hanh's quote suggests that happiness is not a place we can reach but rather a mindset we embody throughout our journey.  

“There is no way to happiness. Happiness is the way.” 

Thich Nhat Hanh

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week: Living Kindness

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tY3NnodM3Ww

An Introspective Question for you to ponder:

What book title best describes the life you’d like to lead?

Rock n Roll Homeroom Song of the Week: Old Time Rock & Roll

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQUrejJmHZ8 

Video: The Secret to a Happy Life - Dr. Robert Waldinger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IULhd1UuicA&list=PL997Bvdb9RaZu_dY66M2W-cUCEdGk0Cen&index=6

Inspiring Video: Are you ready to retire? ;-)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQUrejJmHZ8

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

Remember: Happiness is not an achievement to unlock but a way of traveling through life.

 Welcome to the Quote of the Week! Each week, we share an inspiring or thought-provoking quote to uplift your spirit and encourage positive thinking. In honor of President's day, this week's quote from America's 30th president suggests that real honor lies not in what we get, but what we give.

"No person was ever honored for what he received. 

Honor has been the reward for what he gave.” 

Calvin Coolidge." (1923–1929)

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This week's Care Package (Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week: Start your Week

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5r3XDgtE9w

Reflective Question to Ponder

If you could trade jobs with someone you know, 

who would you trade with and why?

Rock n Roll Homeroom Song of the Week

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lWJXDG2i0A

Article: The Art of Giving

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/art-giving-living-avinash-ananda/

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

Remember: "The more you give, the more you will get" This is the Law of Giving.

 Welcome to the Quote of the Week ~ Classic Cosmic Wisdom at Bargain Basement Prices! 

Have you ever pondered about life's meaning and purpose? In the words of the Spanish painter and sculptor Pablo Picasso, the essence of existence lies in discovering one's gift,  and that the best way to live is to share it with others.

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“The meaning of life is to find your gift. 

The purpose of life is to give it away.”

Pablo Picasso

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week: Finding your Life's Purpose
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRTSNSZscaU

An Introspective Question for you to ponder:
What is your gift to the world?

Some light Jazz for the Rock n Roll Homeroom Song of the Week: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAdewJG1CEI

Inspiring Video: Young Love

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hce6xFgkgqc&list=PLEb3ThbkPrFY2oXucmnnB9ROMTIQXp5zj&index=13

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

Remember, Share your gifts with others!

 What brings true fulfillment - the end goal or the journey? Robert Updegraff's quote suggests that genuine happiness arises from living purposefully in the present rather than solely focusing on future ambitions. Do you agree?

“Happiness is to be found along the way, 

not at the end of the road.”
Robert Updegraff

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week:  Meditation of the Week

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7g96Zq9NSqo

A Self-Reflection Question for Introspection:
Am I holding on to something I need to let go of?

Rock n Roll Homeroom: How about some Macarena? ;-)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMRVbhbIkjk

Interesting Website about how the world works (from Recomendo)

https://collabfund.com/blog/100-little-ideas/

Video: A short story that starts and end with love and affection

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1F5O94WCUq4&list=PLotzEBRQdc0eX6sErNJED9JuHzJ1vcIu_&index=31

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

True happiness is discovered in each step of life's journey

 Welcome to the Quote of the Week ~ Timeless Wisdom at Bargain Basement Prices!  

What gives meaning to our lives? This week's quote by the poet Rilke suggests it is the concept of impermanence. He believed that nothing lasts forever, and this makes life precious and worth living. Do you agree with his view?  

“The knowledge of impermanence that haunts 

our days is their very fragrance” 

Rilke

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(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week; Improve Your Focus! Level
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZT3cuj_JK4&t=451s

Rock n Roll Homeroom Playlist: Classic Rock Collection | 70s 80s 90s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4no36RMWFME&t=749s

Reflective Question of the Week
What makes you smile?

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

Find the fragrance, beauty and richness—even in difficult moments.

 How do you react when things don’t go your way? Do you, like me, get frustrated and angry, or do you accept the situation and look for the silver lining? In his book Think Like A Monk, Jay Shetty offers a different perspective on how to deal with challenges and setbacks. 

“Don’t judge the moment. As soon as you label something as bad, your mind starts to believe it. 

Instead, be grateful for setbacks. Allow the journey of life to progress at its own pace 

and in its own roundabout way. The universe may have other plans in store for you.” 

Jay Shetty

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MyWord | My Year Project Update 

Thanks for participating in the 18th Annual My Word | My Year Project.
It was great to see so many of you thoughtfully choose a word to focus on 

for the new year. Regardless of the joy or challenges 2024 brings, 

I hope your words provide inspiration and purpose this year.
Here's to a reflective, meaningful year guided by our words!

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week: 10 Min to Clear Your Mind & Start New Positive Habits
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTN29kj7e-w&t=7s

A Self-Reflection Question for Introspection: 

Am I using my time wisely?

Rock n Roll Homeroom Song of the Week

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbwn21TU4ec

Article: How Gratitude makes you Happier
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-gratitude-makes-you-happier-5114446

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

Remember: The universe may have other plans in store for you.

 Have you ever faced a challenge that seemed impossible to overcome? How did you deal with it? 

Michael Caine, the esteemed actor, came up with a 3 word philosophy to help him overcome challenges. Click on the link to hear the origins of this inspiring philosophy.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXSVqg1KCbw

 

"Use the Difficulty." 

Michael Caine

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MyWord/My Year Project ~ Last Call

If you would like to participate in this 18 year old tradition, please email me your Word(s) for the Year so you can receive a Desktop Wallpaper/Poster with your word prominently displayed! 

BTW, my word for 2024 is ATTENTION. As in what you pay Attention to expands! Here are the words chosen so far...

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week ~ Strength & Grounding In Stressful Times

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0GtmPnqAd8

Self Reflective Question of the Week

To what degree have I actually controlled the course of my life?

Rock n Roll Homeroom Song of the Week ~ From Italy

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/1YXb83C5vhk

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!

Remember: You can turn adversity into a catalyst for personal development and success.

 Welcome to Quote of the Week - Wisdom tailored for you! 

What could you gain by turning inward to know yourself more deeply?

This week we explore the path to true wisdom and power as pondered by ancient philosophers, Lao Tzu and Aristotle. They both emphasize self-understanding as the key to personal growth, guiding wise choices for fulfillment and positive impact. 

"Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” 

Aristotle

"Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. 

Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.”

Lao Tzu

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It's NOT too late to participate in the 18th Annual "MyWord/MyYear" Project!

Have you chosen that one word that will sum up who you want to BE or how you want to live in 2024?   Please email me your Word(s) for the Year so you can receive a Desktop Wallpaper/Poster with your word prominently displayed!

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This week's Care Package 

(Articles, videos, podcasts, thought provokers, and other nutrients for these challenging times.)

Meditation of the Week
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPC_36ZHOjo

Question of the Week: (A question to know yourself better)

What is a favorite childhood memory that still brings me joy?

Rock n Roll Homeroom: Positive January Jazz

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9-ntppdXtE

Inspiring Video of the Week: Kindness 101: A lesson in thankfulness

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1cugZ3d1Zo&list=PL-sQEoTC-Nw_BdOTODbsQr2L2xZlVrX7n&index=9

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Wishing you a most BEAUTIFUL day wherever this may find you!

Remember: The path is always open for wisdom!