One Year of Simplicity – Completed! What’s Next?

I  had set a goal to do 365 Simplicity Tips in 2012…Woo hoo!  I did it!  Hopefully, you were able to get a few ideas that will help you simplify your life – at home, at work, in relationships, de-cluttering, having balance or any other possible area of life.

Moving forward in 2013, I’m starting with taking a little break!  When writings pick back up in February, I’m thinking I will start sharing some auto-biographical, funny, sometimes political, thought-provoking essays I wrote awhile back.  :-)  I actually thought about putting them all in a book…which maybe I’ll still do someday…but in meantime, I’ll share a few here and there!

Take care all and have a happy January!  Think warm thoughts!

-Therese

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Simplicity Tip #363 – Catch Someone Doing Something Right!

Instead of noticing everything that someone is doing wrong tomorrow…

 

Tip #363

Make an effort tomorrow to compliment someone (or better yet, inform their supervisor on an awesome job) on something they are doing well!

It is much easier to see what isn’t going well, so you may need to take extra care in identifying something, but…guaranteed…it can make someone’s day to hear the positive!

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Simplicity Tip #361 – Shake it Off!

While there are many lessons we can learn from our pets, the one I am reminded of today by my awesome toy poodle is…  When people, life, work or whatever starts to get on your last nerve, remember to get up, shake it off and move forward!  (In her case, it’s get up, shake it off and ask for a treat, but our situation may be a little different!)

 

Tip #361

Keep moving forward!  Shake off the stress, anger, depression or whatever may be bogging you down today!

 

No really…try it!  Stand up and shake off like you’re just trying to dry off from a shower without a towel!  :-)  LOL !  It may help!

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Simplicity Tip #356 – Do a Good Deed!

Just for fun…and the sake of kindness…

 

Tip #356

Do a good deed for someone today…expect nothing in return!  :-)

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Simplicity Tip #353 – Sincere Appreciation

Tip #353

Monthly and year-end reminder to tell the folks around you that you love them and appreciate them!

 

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Simplicity Tip #352 – Year in Review! Your Top 5…

As we are nearing the end of 2012, just thought it would be fun to do a quick look back to see what were your top 5 moments in a few areas!  Take a couple of moments and answer these for yourself!  Maybe even write them down or share them with a friend…you know, just for fun!  :-)

Tip #352

Identify some of your TOP 5 Moments for 2012!  For example…

• What were 5 things that made you super happy this year?
• What were 5 songs you really enjoyed and listened to over and over?
• What were your 5 greatest accomplishments this year?

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Simplicity Tip #351 – Giving…It’s Not About Payback!

Most of the time in life, I’m all about the concept of reciprocity.  Reciprocity without keeping score that is!

However, when it comes to holidays, birthdays, special occasions, etc.  it’s not about giving so that you can receive.  It’s just about giving.

Tip #351  

Check yourself and your reasons for giving!  Then if you are receiving, know that you do not have to give back gift for gift – you do not have to keep score with how many gifts are given and how many are received.  It’s ok to just receive for a minute!

If you can’t give so much right now, that’s ok!  We all have been there and really, people give when they can give.  Give from the heart and the amount or number doesn’t matter!  :-)

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Simplicity Tip #349 – Teamwork!

I’m not going to sing the little “Teamwork” song, but I will say that being part of a team can be incredibly beneficial!  We learn to rely on each others’ strengths and maybe even enjoy spending time together while we work!

On the flip-side, teams can be very frustrating if not everyone is pulling their weight and doing their jobs.  If they don’t do their part, it leaves work for others to pick up and add to their own loads.

 

Tip #349

Whatever team you are part of…be sure to do your part!

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Simplicity Tip #348 – Quiet is Sometimes Better…

Ever been around someone who just somehow seems to get on your very last nerve?  Whether it’s because they like to hear themselves talk and seem to always think they are right or because they don’t do their share of the work or maybe even because they are just not kind to the people around them and you get to observe it on a regular basis…

Tip #348

Even though it’s very tempting to react when the behavior of others seems almost unbearable, it can be a wise choice to just grin and bear it for a bit.  Choosing if and when to say anything can be difficult, so before you speak out, re-evaluate your intent and hopeful outcome.  The old saying… “think before you speak” would come in handy at this point!  :-)

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Simplicity Tip #347 – Wrapping Up!

Have all your holiday shopping done?  How about all of your wrapping?  If you celebrate a gift-giving holiday at this time of the year…IT IS TIME!  :-)

 

Tip #347 

This is your simple reminder tip encouraging  you to not wait until the last minute to buy and/or wrap your gifts!

 

If you’re lucky enough, you may even be able to elicit the help of a friend who loves wrapping!  :-)  That’s really a bonus!  Worse case scenario…gift bags are an awesome choice!

You could even rap while you’re wrapping if it helps the process go a little faster!  Enjoy!

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