Posted by Michele on April 20, 2001, at 2:11:50
In reply to Re: some suggestions, posted by dougb on April 19, 2001, at 19:36:29
I just had to tell you...... these are the best comments for this I have ever heard. Loved your post. > Dubya:
>
> I think all of us can be too hard on ourselves.
>
> If you are already in that mindset, it can be
> self-reinforcing.
>
> What i try to do is to feed myself good images and thoughts
> about myself; "so what if X did not work out the
> way i wanted, their'll be another day" etc.
>
> Get in the habit of making small talk with the opposite sex.
> You know, 'It's a nice day' whatever. If you constantly use
> no-pressure opportunities, when someone special comes along
> it will be easier to get to know that person.
>
> Cultivate a sense of humor, and try to use that to put a smile
> on people's faces.
>
> Do what you can to make others feel good about themselves. Sincere
> complements etc. It may sound corny but positive energy runs in a
> circular motion.
>
> Volunteering your time a few hours a week is a great way to meet others
> and it always feels good and makes you feel good about yourself.
>
> Any small kindness you may offer to those around you will have the same
> effect.
>
> Invite God into your life, He is out there and if you leave your problems
> in His hands, He will surely provide what you need.
>
> Love yourself, never put yourself down (or others either), there is power in the spoken word...
>
> Sincerely
> Doug B
> at one time or another, or in my case for the first 35 years
poster:Michele
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