Tuesday 30 September 2008

The Greatest Things

The Greatest Things

Greatest joy... Giving

Greatest loss…Self Respect

Most destructive habit… Worry

Greatest problem to overcome… Fear

Most beautiful attire… a smile

Deadliest weapon… the tongue

Most powerful force… Love

Most crippling failure disease… Excuses

World’s most incredible computer...the brain

Most satisfying work...Helping others

Ugliest personality trait… Selfishness

Greatest “shot in the arm”… Encouragement

Most effective sleeping pill...peace of mind

Worst thing to be without...Hope

Two most powerful words...I can

Most prized possession...Integrity

Most contagious spirit...enthusiasm

An Attitude Of Gratitude

Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?

Be thankful when you don't know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.

Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes.
They will teach you valuable lessons.

Be thankful when you're tired and weary,
because it means you've made a difference.

It's easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.

Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.