Today's Inspirational Quote:
Again and again, the impossible problem is solved when we see that the problem is only a tough decision waiting to be made. - Robert H. Schuller
Robert Schuller
"My denomination shunned me when they heard I was preaching in a drive-in theater."
The young minister had always been proud to belong to the oldest Protestant denomination in the country, the Dutch Reformed Church in America. Many of his colleagues and co-religionists thought the setting of a drive-in movie theater was beneath the dignity of a minister of the church, but Robert Schuller was determined to reach the people of Southern California, and the drive-in ministry grew and grew.
Today, Robert Schuller broadcasts his message from the spectacular Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, California, to an estimated audience of 30 million people, in 184 countries on all seven continents. His program, The Hour of Power, is the most widely televised one-hour church service in the world.
Dr. Schuller has represented the United States as a member of the Presidential Delegation at the funerals of Mother Teresa and Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. His goal-setting ideas have made him a sought-after speaker for business conventions and conferences around the world, and his "theology of self-esteem" is a source of strength and hope to millions.
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A clean joke to start your week with laughter
The math teacher saw that little Johnny wasn't paying attention in class. She called on him and said, "Johnny! what are 4, 2, 28 and 44?" Little Johnny quickly replied, "NBC, CBS, HBO and the Cartoon Network!"
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Priya
Saturday, September 30, 2006
Friday, September 29, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 29, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
The entire law is summed up in a single command, "Love your neighbor as yourself." - Galatians 5:14 (NIV)
God's Minute
I've only just a minute,
Only sixty seconds in it.
Forced upon me, can't refuse it,
Didn't seek it, didn't choose it,
But it's up to me to use it.
I must suffer if I lose it,
Give an account if I abuse it,
Just a tiny little minute,
But eternity is in it.
-- Dr. Benjamin E. Mays
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
A farm boy accidentally overturned his wagonload of corn. The farmer who lived nearby heard the noise and yelled over to the boy, "Hey Willis, forget your troubles! Come in and visit with us. I'll help you get the wagon up later." "That's mighty nice of you," Willis answered, "but I don't think Pa would like me to." "Aw come on boy," the farmer insisted. "Well okay," the boy finally agreed, and added, "but Pa won't like it." After a hearty dinner, Willis thanked his host. "I feel a lot better now, but I know Pa is going to be real upset." "Don't be foolish!" the neighbor said with a smile. "By the way, where is he?" "Under the wagon!"
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
The entire law is summed up in a single command, "Love your neighbor as yourself." - Galatians 5:14 (NIV)
God's Minute
I've only just a minute,
Only sixty seconds in it.
Forced upon me, can't refuse it,
Didn't seek it, didn't choose it,
But it's up to me to use it.
I must suffer if I lose it,
Give an account if I abuse it,
Just a tiny little minute,
But eternity is in it.
-- Dr. Benjamin E. Mays
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
A farm boy accidentally overturned his wagonload of corn. The farmer who lived nearby heard the noise and yelled over to the boy, "Hey Willis, forget your troubles! Come in and visit with us. I'll help you get the wagon up later." "That's mighty nice of you," Willis answered, "but I don't think Pa would like me to." "Aw come on boy," the farmer insisted. "Well okay," the boy finally agreed, and added, "but Pa won't like it." After a hearty dinner, Willis thanked his host. "I feel a lot better now, but I know Pa is going to be real upset." "Don't be foolish!" the neighbor said with a smile. "By the way, where is he?" "Under the wagon!"
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
Day with a Difference - Sep 29, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
The entire law is summed up in a single command, "Love your neighbor as yourself." - Galatians 5:14 (NIV)
God's Minute
I've only just a minute,
Only sixty seconds in it.
Forced upon me, can't refuse it,
Didn't seek it, didn't choose it,
But it's up to me to use it.
I must suffer if I lose it,
Give an account if I abuse it,
Just a tiny little minute,
But eternity is in it.
-- Dr. Benjamin E. Mays
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
A farm boy accidentally overturned his wagonload of corn. The farmer who lived nearby heard the noise and yelled over to the boy, "Hey Willis, forget your troubles! Come in and visit with us. I'll help you get the wagon up later." "That's mighty nice of you," Willis answered, "but I don't think Pa would like me to." "Aw come on boy," the farmer insisted. "Well okay," the boy finally agreed, and added, "but Pa won't like it." After a hearty dinner, Willis thanked his host. "I feel a lot better now, but I know Pa is going to be real upset." "Don't be foolish!" the neighbor said with a smile. "By the way, where is he?" "Under the wagon!"
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
The entire law is summed up in a single command, "Love your neighbor as yourself." - Galatians 5:14 (NIV)
God's Minute
I've only just a minute,
Only sixty seconds in it.
Forced upon me, can't refuse it,
Didn't seek it, didn't choose it,
But it's up to me to use it.
I must suffer if I lose it,
Give an account if I abuse it,
Just a tiny little minute,
But eternity is in it.
-- Dr. Benjamin E. Mays
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
A farm boy accidentally overturned his wagonload of corn. The farmer who lived nearby heard the noise and yelled over to the boy, "Hey Willis, forget your troubles! Come in and visit with us. I'll help you get the wagon up later." "That's mighty nice of you," Willis answered, "but I don't think Pa would like me to." "Aw come on boy," the farmer insisted. "Well okay," the boy finally agreed, and added, "but Pa won't like it." After a hearty dinner, Willis thanked his host. "I feel a lot better now, but I know Pa is going to be real upset." "Don't be foolish!" the neighbor said with a smile. "By the way, where is he?" "Under the wagon!"
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 28, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
"We either make ourselves happy or miserable. The amount of work is the same."
TWENTY YEARS LATER (Cappucino Success Stories)
In 1953 Yale University did a research on its graduating seniors. The graduates interviewed were asked if they had a clear, specific set of goals written down with a plan for achieving those goals. Only 3 percent had their goals written down. Twenty years later, in 1973, these surviving graduates were tracked down and interviewed again. It was discovered that the 3 percent with specific written down goals were worth more financially as compared to the 97 percent put together. They were also more successful in other areas of their lives.
The above story clearly demonstrates the importance of having specific written down goals. The goals must be specific in terms of what you desire, the precise date you desire to achieve it, and what you are willing to give in return for the goals. It must be written down and read every single day. If you write down something that you may not believe at the moment but if you read it long enough, you will start to believe and act upon it.
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Google Phrases
A Google bomb or Google wash is an attempt to influence the ranking of a given site in results returned by the Google search engine. Due to the way that Google's PageRank algorithm works, a website will be ranked higher if the sites that link to that page all use consistent anchor text. Googlebomb is used both as a verb and a noun.
Once a month Google updates its entire index of web sites. That is called the Google Dance and can last for a couple of days.
Have a memorable day!
Priya
"We either make ourselves happy or miserable. The amount of work is the same."
TWENTY YEARS LATER (Cappucino Success Stories)
In 1953 Yale University did a research on its graduating seniors. The graduates interviewed were asked if they had a clear, specific set of goals written down with a plan for achieving those goals. Only 3 percent had their goals written down. Twenty years later, in 1973, these surviving graduates were tracked down and interviewed again. It was discovered that the 3 percent with specific written down goals were worth more financially as compared to the 97 percent put together. They were also more successful in other areas of their lives.
The above story clearly demonstrates the importance of having specific written down goals. The goals must be specific in terms of what you desire, the precise date you desire to achieve it, and what you are willing to give in return for the goals. It must be written down and read every single day. If you write down something that you may not believe at the moment but if you read it long enough, you will start to believe and act upon it.
Expand your knowledge base
Google Phrases
A Google bomb or Google wash is an attempt to influence the ranking of a given site in results returned by the Google search engine. Due to the way that Google's PageRank algorithm works, a website will be ranked higher if the sites that link to that page all use consistent anchor text. Googlebomb is used both as a verb and a noun.
Once a month Google updates its entire index of web sites. That is called the Google Dance and can last for a couple of days.
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 27, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
The best way to predict your future is to create it.
The handwriting on the wall
A weary mother returned from the store, Lugging groceries through the kitchen door,
Awaiting her arrival was her 8 year son, Anxious to relate what his younger brother had done.
"While I was out playing and Dad was on call, T.J. took his crayons and wrote on the wall!
It's on the new paper you just hung in the den.I told him you'd be mad at having to do it again."
She let out a moan and furrowed her brow, "Where is your little brother right now!"
She emptied her arms and with a purposeful stride, She marched to his closet where he had gone to hide.
She called his full name as she entered his room. He trembled with with fear--he knew that meant doom!
For the next ten minutes, she ranted and raved About the expensive wallpaper that she had saved.
Lamenting all the work it would take to repair, She condemned his actions and total lack of care.
The more she scolded, the madder she got, Then stomped from his room, totally distraught!
She headed for the den to confirm her fears. When she saw the wall, her eyes flooded with tears.
The message she read pierced her soul with a dart. It said, "I love Mommy," surrounded by a heart.
Well, the wallpaper remained, just as she found it, With an empty picture frame hung to surround it.
A reminder to her, and indeed to us all. Take time to read the handwriting on the wall.
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This day in history: Hurricane Gloria forces NYSE close
The mighty winds of Hurricane Gloria forced the New York Stock Exchange to batten down the hatches and close its doors for the day on September 27, 1985. Overall, the storm caused extensive damage along the East Coast of the United States, amounting to $900 million ($1.6 billion in 2005 USD).
Have a memorable day!
Priya
The best way to predict your future is to create it.
The handwriting on the wall
A weary mother returned from the store, Lugging groceries through the kitchen door,
Awaiting her arrival was her 8 year son, Anxious to relate what his younger brother had done.
"While I was out playing and Dad was on call, T.J. took his crayons and wrote on the wall!
It's on the new paper you just hung in the den.I told him you'd be mad at having to do it again."
She let out a moan and furrowed her brow, "Where is your little brother right now!"
She emptied her arms and with a purposeful stride, She marched to his closet where he had gone to hide.
She called his full name as she entered his room. He trembled with with fear--he knew that meant doom!
For the next ten minutes, she ranted and raved About the expensive wallpaper that she had saved.
Lamenting all the work it would take to repair, She condemned his actions and total lack of care.
The more she scolded, the madder she got, Then stomped from his room, totally distraught!
She headed for the den to confirm her fears. When she saw the wall, her eyes flooded with tears.
The message she read pierced her soul with a dart. It said, "I love Mommy," surrounded by a heart.
Well, the wallpaper remained, just as she found it, With an empty picture frame hung to surround it.
A reminder to her, and indeed to us all. Take time to read the handwriting on the wall.
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This day in history: Hurricane Gloria forces NYSE close
The mighty winds of Hurricane Gloria forced the New York Stock Exchange to batten down the hatches and close its doors for the day on September 27, 1985. Overall, the storm caused extensive damage along the East Coast of the United States, amounting to $900 million ($1.6 billion in 2005 USD).
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Day with a Difference - Sep 26, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injustice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest. - Elie Wiesel
Four Things
Four things a man must learn to do
If he would make his life more true:
To think without confusion more clearly,
To love his fellow man sincerely,
To act from honest motives purely,
To trust in God and heaven securely.
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Interesting Phrase Origins
To make no bones about a matter - to speak frankly and directly
A form of this expression was used as early as 1459, to mean to have no difficulty. It seems evident that the allusion is to the actual occurrence of bones in stews or soup. Soup without bones would offer no difficulty, and accordingly one would have no hesitation in swallowing soup with no bones.
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Priya
There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injustice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest. - Elie Wiesel
Four Things
Four things a man must learn to do
If he would make his life more true:
To think without confusion more clearly,
To love his fellow man sincerely,
To act from honest motives purely,
To trust in God and heaven securely.
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Interesting Phrase Origins
To make no bones about a matter - to speak frankly and directly
A form of this expression was used as early as 1459, to mean to have no difficulty. It seems evident that the allusion is to the actual occurrence of bones in stews or soup. Soup without bones would offer no difficulty, and accordingly one would have no hesitation in swallowing soup with no bones.
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Monday, September 25, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 25, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle. - Kahlil Gibran
99 ways to say "Very Good"
Appreciate everything your associates do for the business. Nothing else can quite substitute for a few well-chosen, well-timed, sincere words of praise. They're absolutely free and worth a fortune. Here are some ways to say it ...
SUPER GOOD!
You've got it made.
I'm proud of the way you worked today.
I knew you could do it.
PERFECT!
You did that very well.
Now that's what I call a fine job.
You outdid yourself today.
It's such a pleasure to work with you.
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A clean joke to start your week with laughter
Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson went on a camping trip. After a good meal and a bottle of wine they lay down for the night, and went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes awoke and nudged his faithful friend awake. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see." Watson replied, "I see millions and millions of stars." "What does that tell you?" Holmes questioned. Watson pondered for a minute. "Astronomically, it tells me that there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, I observe that Saturn is in Leo. Horologically, I deduce that the time is approximately a quarter past three. Theologically, I can see that God is all powerful and that we are small and insignificant. Meteorologically, I suspect that we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What does it tell you?" Holmes was silent for a minute, then spoke. "Watson, you idiot. Someone has stolen our tent."
Have a memorable day and a great week ahead!
Priya
A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle. - Kahlil Gibran
99 ways to say "Very Good"
Appreciate everything your associates do for the business. Nothing else can quite substitute for a few well-chosen, well-timed, sincere words of praise. They're absolutely free and worth a fortune. Here are some ways to say it ...
SUPER GOOD!
You've got it made.
I'm proud of the way you worked today.
I knew you could do it.
PERFECT!
You did that very well.
Now that's what I call a fine job.
You outdid yourself today.
It's such a pleasure to work with you.
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A clean joke to start your week with laughter
Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson went on a camping trip. After a good meal and a bottle of wine they lay down for the night, and went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes awoke and nudged his faithful friend awake. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see." Watson replied, "I see millions and millions of stars." "What does that tell you?" Holmes questioned. Watson pondered for a minute. "Astronomically, it tells me that there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, I observe that Saturn is in Leo. Horologically, I deduce that the time is approximately a quarter past three. Theologically, I can see that God is all powerful and that we are small and insignificant. Meteorologically, I suspect that we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What does it tell you?" Holmes was silent for a minute, then spoke. "Watson, you idiot. Someone has stolen our tent."
Have a memorable day and a great week ahead!
Priya
Friday, September 22, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 22, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes. - Confucius
Eulogy For A Teacher
How will you be remembered
By those who come to you?
What will they say,
The ones you serve,
When teaching days are through?
"He never had a favorite."
"He smiled when he was down."
"She made me feel that I was loved."
All jewels in the crown.
And yet one priceless accolade
Out-sparkles all the rest.
A single phrase sums up the days:
"My teacher gave his best."
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
"Job Competition" - Two bright young engineers applied for the same position at a computer company. Since they had identical qualifications, the company asked the two applicants to take a ten-question test. At the conclusion of the test, one of the applicants was called into the manager's office. "I have graded the test, and you both scored nine correct answers and got one answer wrong. Thank you for your interest, but we've decided to give the job to the other applicant."
"And why would you choose him if we both got nine questions correct?" asked the rejected applicant. "We have based our decision not on the correct answers, but on the question you missed," said the Department manager. "And just how would one incorrect answer be better than the other?" the rejected applicant inquired. "Simple," said the Department manager, "The other gentleman answered Question #5, 'I don't know.' Your answer to Question #5 was, 'Neither do I.'"
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Priya
Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes. - Confucius
Eulogy For A Teacher
How will you be remembered
By those who come to you?
What will they say,
The ones you serve,
When teaching days are through?
"He never had a favorite."
"He smiled when he was down."
"She made me feel that I was loved."
All jewels in the crown.
And yet one priceless accolade
Out-sparkles all the rest.
A single phrase sums up the days:
"My teacher gave his best."
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
"Job Competition" - Two bright young engineers applied for the same position at a computer company. Since they had identical qualifications, the company asked the two applicants to take a ten-question test. At the conclusion of the test, one of the applicants was called into the manager's office. "I have graded the test, and you both scored nine correct answers and got one answer wrong. Thank you for your interest, but we've decided to give the job to the other applicant."
"And why would you choose him if we both got nine questions correct?" asked the rejected applicant. "We have based our decision not on the correct answers, but on the question you missed," said the Department manager. "And just how would one incorrect answer be better than the other?" the rejected applicant inquired. "Simple," said the Department manager, "The other gentleman answered Question #5, 'I don't know.' Your answer to Question #5 was, 'Neither do I.'"
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 21, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
Use what talent you possess: the woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those that sang best. - Henry Van Dyke
Live each day to the fullest. -- S. H. Payer
Get the most from each hour, each day,and each age of your life.Then you can look forward with confidence,and back without regrets.
Be yourself - but be your best self. Dare to be different and to follow your own star. And don't be afraid to be happy.
Enjoy what is beautiful. Love with all your heart and soul. Believe that those you love, love you.
When you are faced with decisions, make that decision as wisely as possible - then forget it. The moment of absolute certainty never arrives.
And above all else, remember that God helps those who help themselves. Act as if everything depended upon you,
and pray as if everything depended upon God.
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This day in history - Sep 21, 1945 : Henry Ford II ascends to the throne
Henry Ford II, grandson and namesake of Henry Ford, succeeded his father as president of the Ford Motor Company on this day, inheriting a company that was losing money at the rate of several million dollars a month. After recovering from the shock of his father's unexpected death, Henry Ford II was effectively given a crash course in management, but fortunately for the company, he turned out to have the magic touch. He quickly set about reorganizing and modernizing the Ford Motor Company, firing the powerful Personnel Chief Harry Bennett, whose strong-arm tactics and anti-union stance had made Ford notorious for its bad labor relations. He also brought in new talent, including a group of former U.S. Air Force intelligence officers, among them Robert McNamara, who became known as the "Whiz Kids." During his tenure as president, Henry Ford II nursed the Ford Motor Company back to health, greatly expanding its international operations and introducing two classic models, the Mustang and the Thunderbird.
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Priya
Use what talent you possess: the woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those that sang best. - Henry Van Dyke
Live each day to the fullest. -- S. H. Payer
Get the most from each hour, each day,and each age of your life.Then you can look forward with confidence,and back without regrets.
Be yourself - but be your best self. Dare to be different and to follow your own star. And don't be afraid to be happy.
Enjoy what is beautiful. Love with all your heart and soul. Believe that those you love, love you.
When you are faced with decisions, make that decision as wisely as possible - then forget it. The moment of absolute certainty never arrives.
And above all else, remember that God helps those who help themselves. Act as if everything depended upon you,
and pray as if everything depended upon God.
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This day in history - Sep 21, 1945 : Henry Ford II ascends to the throne
Henry Ford II, grandson and namesake of Henry Ford, succeeded his father as president of the Ford Motor Company on this day, inheriting a company that was losing money at the rate of several million dollars a month. After recovering from the shock of his father's unexpected death, Henry Ford II was effectively given a crash course in management, but fortunately for the company, he turned out to have the magic touch. He quickly set about reorganizing and modernizing the Ford Motor Company, firing the powerful Personnel Chief Harry Bennett, whose strong-arm tactics and anti-union stance had made Ford notorious for its bad labor relations. He also brought in new talent, including a group of former U.S. Air Force intelligence officers, among them Robert McNamara, who became known as the "Whiz Kids." During his tenure as president, Henry Ford II nursed the Ford Motor Company back to health, greatly expanding its international operations and introducing two classic models, the Mustang and the Thunderbird.
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 20, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
Unless a man undertakes more than he possibly can do, he will never do all that he can. – Henry Drummond
A Life In Your Hands -- Dorothy Law Holte
If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn;
If a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight;
If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy;
If a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty;
If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient;
If a child lives with encouragement, he learns confidence;
If a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate;
If a child lives with fairness, he learns justice;
If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith;
If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself;
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.
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WHO WAS HENRY DRUMMOND?....Born in Scotland in 1851, he was a man of varied talents. Perhaps best remembered as a gifted evangelist who assisted Dwight L. Moody during his revival campaigns, he was also a lecturer in natural science.
Although he never received a degree, he was an ordained minister and a professor of theology. He also wrote several books. "Natural Law in the Spiritual World", published in 1883, sold 70,000 copies in five years and made him famous. He published another popular book, "Tropical Africa", after making a geological survey of southern Africa. "The Ascent of Man" was also a significant book during his lifetime.
However, "The Greatest Thing in the World" - a meditation he wrote in 1874 that illuminates the importance of 1 Corinthians 13 - is the one that assured he would be remembered by later generations. Widely read and quoted during his lifetime, it went on to sell over 12 million copies and it continues today to influence people to follow God's two great commandments: to love God and to love each other.
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Unless a man undertakes more than he possibly can do, he will never do all that he can. – Henry Drummond
A Life In Your Hands -- Dorothy Law Holte
If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn;
If a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight;
If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy;
If a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty;
If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient;
If a child lives with encouragement, he learns confidence;
If a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate;
If a child lives with fairness, he learns justice;
If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith;
If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself;
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.
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WHO WAS HENRY DRUMMOND?....Born in Scotland in 1851, he was a man of varied talents. Perhaps best remembered as a gifted evangelist who assisted Dwight L. Moody during his revival campaigns, he was also a lecturer in natural science.
Although he never received a degree, he was an ordained minister and a professor of theology. He also wrote several books. "Natural Law in the Spiritual World", published in 1883, sold 70,000 copies in five years and made him famous. He published another popular book, "Tropical Africa", after making a geological survey of southern Africa. "The Ascent of Man" was also a significant book during his lifetime.
However, "The Greatest Thing in the World" - a meditation he wrote in 1874 that illuminates the importance of 1 Corinthians 13 - is the one that assured he would be remembered by later generations. Widely read and quoted during his lifetime, it went on to sell over 12 million copies and it continues today to influence people to follow God's two great commandments: to love God and to love each other.
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Monday, September 18, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 19, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
To live for results would be to sentence myself to continuous frustration. My only sure reward is in my actions and not from them. - Hugh Prather
Attitudes Are More Important Than Facts ~Read these twelve points every day for the next thirty days and see how your life changes.~
1. It is your attitude at the beginning of a task more than anything else that will determine your success or failure.
2. It is your attitude towards life that will determine life's attitude towards you. Despite many people's belief to the
contrary, life pays no favorites.
3. You control your attitude. If you are negative it is because you have decided to be negative and not because of
other people or circumstances.
4. Act as if you have a good attitude. Remember actions trigger feelings just as feelings trigger actions.
5. Before a person can achieve the kind of results he wants, he must first become that person. He must then think,
walk, talk, act and conduct himself in all of his affairs, as would the person he wishes to become.
6. Treat everybody as the most important person in the world.
7. Attitudes are based on assumptions. In order to change attitudes one must first change one's assumptions.
8. Develop the attitude that there are more reasons why you should succeed than reasons why you should fail.
9. When you are faced with a problem, adopt the attitude that you can and will solve it.
10. We become what we think about. Control your thoughts and you will control your life.
11. Radiate the attitude of confidence, of well being, of a person who knows where he is going. You will then find
good things happening to you right away.
12. In order to develop a good attitude, take charge first thing in the morning. Do you say, "Good morning, Lord" or
"Good Lord, morning?"
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Interesting phrase origins - When the chips are down
Meaning: Tough times, when things are looking bleak.
Origin: From the practice of using chips as a substitute for money when gambling. When winning you accumulate a lot of chips. But when you lose, your chips dwindle down.
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Priya
To live for results would be to sentence myself to continuous frustration. My only sure reward is in my actions and not from them. - Hugh Prather
Attitudes Are More Important Than Facts ~Read these twelve points every day for the next thirty days and see how your life changes.~
1. It is your attitude at the beginning of a task more than anything else that will determine your success or failure.
2. It is your attitude towards life that will determine life's attitude towards you. Despite many people's belief to the
contrary, life pays no favorites.
3. You control your attitude. If you are negative it is because you have decided to be negative and not because of
other people or circumstances.
4. Act as if you have a good attitude. Remember actions trigger feelings just as feelings trigger actions.
5. Before a person can achieve the kind of results he wants, he must first become that person. He must then think,
walk, talk, act and conduct himself in all of his affairs, as would the person he wishes to become.
6. Treat everybody as the most important person in the world.
7. Attitudes are based on assumptions. In order to change attitudes one must first change one's assumptions.
8. Develop the attitude that there are more reasons why you should succeed than reasons why you should fail.
9. When you are faced with a problem, adopt the attitude that you can and will solve it.
10. We become what we think about. Control your thoughts and you will control your life.
11. Radiate the attitude of confidence, of well being, of a person who knows where he is going. You will then find
good things happening to you right away.
12. In order to develop a good attitude, take charge first thing in the morning. Do you say, "Good morning, Lord" or
"Good Lord, morning?"
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Interesting phrase origins - When the chips are down
Meaning: Tough times, when things are looking bleak.
Origin: From the practice of using chips as a substitute for money when gambling. When winning you accumulate a lot of chips. But when you lose, your chips dwindle down.
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Priya
Sunday, September 17, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 18, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers. - Ralph Nader
The Lion & Gazelle
Every morning in Africa a gazelle wakes up and knows that it will have to outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed.
And, every morning in Africa a lion wakes up and knows that it will have to outrun the slowest gazelle or it will starve to death.
So, in Africa, it doesn't matter if you are the lion or the gazelle. When that sun comes up, you had better be running.
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A clean joke to start your week with laughter
A man and his wife were having some problems at home and were giving each other the silent treatment. The next week, the man realized that he would need his wife to wake him at 5:00 AM for an early morning business flight to Chicago. Not wanting to be the first to break the silence (AND LOSE), he wrote on a piece of paper, "Please wake me at 5:00 AM. The next morning the man woke up, only to discover it was 9:00 AM and that he had missed his flight. Furious, he was about to go and see why his wife hadn't woken him when he noticed a piece of paper by the bed. The paper said, "It is 5:00 AM. Wake up."
Have a memorable day and a great week ahead!
Priya
The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers. - Ralph Nader
The Lion & Gazelle
Every morning in Africa a gazelle wakes up and knows that it will have to outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed.
And, every morning in Africa a lion wakes up and knows that it will have to outrun the slowest gazelle or it will starve to death.
So, in Africa, it doesn't matter if you are the lion or the gazelle. When that sun comes up, you had better be running.
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A clean joke to start your week with laughter
A man and his wife were having some problems at home and were giving each other the silent treatment. The next week, the man realized that he would need his wife to wake him at 5:00 AM for an early morning business flight to Chicago. Not wanting to be the first to break the silence (AND LOSE), he wrote on a piece of paper, "Please wake me at 5:00 AM. The next morning the man woke up, only to discover it was 9:00 AM and that he had missed his flight. Furious, he was about to go and see why his wife hadn't woken him when he noticed a piece of paper by the bed. The paper said, "It is 5:00 AM. Wake up."
Have a memorable day and a great week ahead!
Priya
Thursday, September 14, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 15, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
Wise men speak because they have something to say, fools because they have to say something. – Plato
Lady, Are You Rich? by Marion Doolan (Chicken Soup for the Soul)
They huddled inside the storm door—two children in ragged outgrown coats.
"Any old papers, lady?" I was busy. I wanted to say no—until I looked down at their feet. Thin little sandals, sopped with sleet. "Come in and I'll make you a cup of hot cocoa."
There was no conversation. Their soggy sandals left marks upon the hearthstone. I served them cocoa and toast with jam to fortify against the chill outside. Then I went back to the kitchen and started again on my household budget.
The silence in the front room struck through to me. I looked in.
The girl held the empty cup in her hands, looking at it. The boy asked in a flat voice, "Lady . . . are you rich?" "Am I rich? Mercy, no!"
I looked at my shabby slipcovers. The girl put her cup back in its saucer—carefully.
"Your cups match your saucers."
Her voice was old, with a hunger that was not of the stomach. They left then, holding their bundles of papers against the wind. They hadn't said thank you. They didn't need to. They had done more than that. Plain blue pottery cups and saucers. But they matched. I tested the potatoes and stirred the gravy. Potatoes and brown gravy, a roof over our heads, my man with a good steady job—these things matched, too.
I moved the chairs back from the fire and tidied the living room. The muddy prints of small sandals were still wet upon my hearth. I let them be. I want them there in case I ever forget again how very rich I am.
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
Bad Career Move
Once, I worked as an operator on an old IBM 370/Model 138 mainframe at a local college. My position had been reclassified so that it fell into a new area outside of the Information Technology staff. One day, my new supervisor entered the room and stared at the air conditioning unit directly behind me. He studied the two flashing lights for a few moments and asked what job it was currently processing.I killed my career by replying, "Actually, sir, it's cooling the room. The computer is over there."
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
Wise men speak because they have something to say, fools because they have to say something. – Plato
Lady, Are You Rich? by Marion Doolan (Chicken Soup for the Soul)
They huddled inside the storm door—two children in ragged outgrown coats.
"Any old papers, lady?" I was busy. I wanted to say no—until I looked down at their feet. Thin little sandals, sopped with sleet. "Come in and I'll make you a cup of hot cocoa."
There was no conversation. Their soggy sandals left marks upon the hearthstone. I served them cocoa and toast with jam to fortify against the chill outside. Then I went back to the kitchen and started again on my household budget.
The silence in the front room struck through to me. I looked in.
The girl held the empty cup in her hands, looking at it. The boy asked in a flat voice, "Lady . . . are you rich?" "Am I rich? Mercy, no!"
I looked at my shabby slipcovers. The girl put her cup back in its saucer—carefully.
"Your cups match your saucers."
Her voice was old, with a hunger that was not of the stomach. They left then, holding their bundles of papers against the wind. They hadn't said thank you. They didn't need to. They had done more than that. Plain blue pottery cups and saucers. But they matched. I tested the potatoes and stirred the gravy. Potatoes and brown gravy, a roof over our heads, my man with a good steady job—these things matched, too.
I moved the chairs back from the fire and tidied the living room. The muddy prints of small sandals were still wet upon my hearth. I let them be. I want them there in case I ever forget again how very rich I am.
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
Bad Career Move
Once, I worked as an operator on an old IBM 370/Model 138 mainframe at a local college. My position had been reclassified so that it fell into a new area outside of the Information Technology staff. One day, my new supervisor entered the room and stared at the air conditioning unit directly behind me. He studied the two flashing lights for a few moments and asked what job it was currently processing.I killed my career by replying, "Actually, sir, it's cooling the room. The computer is over there."
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
Day with a Difference - Sep 14, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that they are difficult. - Seneca
Concentration Opens the Door to Success (© Max Stein)
The first law of success is concentration.Bend all your energies to one point,and go directly to that point,looking neither to the left nor the right.
By focusing your efforts to a single point,you'll always achieve the greatest results.If you concentrate your efforts on a few major goals,your efficiency will soar, your projects will be completed, and you'll be going somewhere.
Focus totally on the business at handand command yourself to do exactly what you want to do.
If you focus the full power of all you areon what you have a burning desire to achieve,you'll attain success.
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Interesting Facts
The symbol on the "pound" key (#) is called an octothorpe.
The dot over the letter 'i' is called a tittle.
The word "Checkmate" in chess comes from the Persian phrase "Shah Mat," which means "the king is dead."
The reason firehouses have circular stairways is from the days of yore when the engines were pulled by horses. The horses were stabled on the ground floor and figured out how to walk up straight staircases.
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Priya
It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that they are difficult. - Seneca
Concentration Opens the Door to Success (© Max Stein)
The first law of success is concentration.Bend all your energies to one point,and go directly to that point,looking neither to the left nor the right.
By focusing your efforts to a single point,you'll always achieve the greatest results.If you concentrate your efforts on a few major goals,your efficiency will soar, your projects will be completed, and you'll be going somewhere.
Focus totally on the business at handand command yourself to do exactly what you want to do.
If you focus the full power of all you areon what you have a burning desire to achieve,you'll attain success.
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Interesting Facts
The symbol on the "pound" key (#) is called an octothorpe.
The dot over the letter 'i' is called a tittle.
The word "Checkmate" in chess comes from the Persian phrase "Shah Mat," which means "the king is dead."
The reason firehouses have circular stairways is from the days of yore when the engines were pulled by horses. The horses were stabled on the ground floor and figured out how to walk up straight staircases.
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Wednesday, September 13, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 13, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
Every time we open our mouths, men look into our minds.
THE FASTEST WOMAN ON EARTH - Cappucino Success Story
Wilma Rudolph was born into poverty in the state of Tennessee. When she was four years old she had double pneumonia with scarlet fever, which left her paralyzed with polio. She had to wear braces and the doctor said that she would not be able to walk normally again. Her mother encouraged her and said that she could do anything she wanted if she only believed. Wilma said, "I want to be the fastest woman on this earth." At the age of nine, against the advice of the doctors, she removed the braces and took her first step. At the age of thirteen, she took part in her first race and came way, way last.
She entered various other races and came way, way last until one day, she came in first. At the age of fifteen she went to Tennessee State University where she met a coach. She told him that she wanted to become the fastest woman on the track, on this earth. The coach replied, "With your spirit nobody can stop you." In the 1960 Olympics Wilma Rudolph, the paralytic girl, became the fastest woman on this earth by winning three gold medals - in the 100 meter race, 200 meter race, and 400 meter relay.The past cannot be regained, although we can learn from it; the future is not yet ours even though we must plan for it. Time is now. We have only today.
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Born this day - Judith Martin (born Judith Perlman on September 13, 1938).
Better known by the pen name Miss Manners, is an American journalist, novelist, and etiquette authority.
Since 1978 she has written an advice column, which is distributed three times a week by United Features Syndicate and carried in more than 200 newspapers worldwide. In it, she answers etiquette questions contributed by her readers and writes short essays on problems of manners, or clarifies the essential qualities of politeness.
Martin writes about the ideas and intentions underpinning seemingly simple rules, providing a complex and advanced perspective, which she refers to as "heavy etiquette theory". Her columns, noted for their wit, humor, depth of analysis, and broad knowledge of history and customs and their applications to the problems of today, have been collected in a number of books. In her writings, Martin refers to herself in the third person, e.g. "Miss Manners hopes..."
Have a memorable day!Priya
Every time we open our mouths, men look into our minds.
THE FASTEST WOMAN ON EARTH - Cappucino Success Story
Wilma Rudolph was born into poverty in the state of Tennessee. When she was four years old she had double pneumonia with scarlet fever, which left her paralyzed with polio. She had to wear braces and the doctor said that she would not be able to walk normally again. Her mother encouraged her and said that she could do anything she wanted if she only believed. Wilma said, "I want to be the fastest woman on this earth." At the age of nine, against the advice of the doctors, she removed the braces and took her first step. At the age of thirteen, she took part in her first race and came way, way last.
She entered various other races and came way, way last until one day, she came in first. At the age of fifteen she went to Tennessee State University where she met a coach. She told him that she wanted to become the fastest woman on the track, on this earth. The coach replied, "With your spirit nobody can stop you." In the 1960 Olympics Wilma Rudolph, the paralytic girl, became the fastest woman on this earth by winning three gold medals - in the 100 meter race, 200 meter race, and 400 meter relay.The past cannot be regained, although we can learn from it; the future is not yet ours even though we must plan for it. Time is now. We have only today.
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Born this day - Judith Martin (born Judith Perlman on September 13, 1938).
Better known by the pen name Miss Manners, is an American journalist, novelist, and etiquette authority.
Since 1978 she has written an advice column, which is distributed three times a week by United Features Syndicate and carried in more than 200 newspapers worldwide. In it, she answers etiquette questions contributed by her readers and writes short essays on problems of manners, or clarifies the essential qualities of politeness.
Martin writes about the ideas and intentions underpinning seemingly simple rules, providing a complex and advanced perspective, which she refers to as "heavy etiquette theory". Her columns, noted for their wit, humor, depth of analysis, and broad knowledge of history and customs and their applications to the problems of today, have been collected in a number of books. In her writings, Martin refers to herself in the third person, e.g. "Miss Manners hopes..."
Have a memorable day!Priya
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 12, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing. - Dale Carnegie
In The Arena
"It is not the critic who counts, not the man who points out how the strong man stumbled, or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena; whose face is marred by the dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions and spends himself in a worthy course; who at the best, knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who, at worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly; so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory or defeat."
-- Theodore Roosevelt
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Interesting Word Origins - Fortnight
Hadrian's Wall, built to guard the Romans northern England border against the marauding Scots, had forts situated at regular intervals along its length. Every two weeks the soldiers got to sleep inside them and this is where our term for two weeks, 'Fortnight' comes from.
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Priya
People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing. - Dale Carnegie
In The Arena
"It is not the critic who counts, not the man who points out how the strong man stumbled, or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena; whose face is marred by the dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions and spends himself in a worthy course; who at the best, knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who, at worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly; so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory or defeat."
-- Theodore Roosevelt
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Interesting Word Origins - Fortnight
Hadrian's Wall, built to guard the Romans northern England border against the marauding Scots, had forts situated at regular intervals along its length. Every two weeks the soldiers got to sleep inside them and this is where our term for two weeks, 'Fortnight' comes from.
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Monday, September 11, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 11, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
Anger makes you smaller, while forgiveness forces you to grow beyond what you were. - Cherie Carter-Scott
A Million Dollar Lesson : Petey Parker
A cab driver taught me a million dollar lesson in customer satisfaction and expectation. Motivational speakers charge thousands of dollars to impart his kind of training to corporate executives and staff. It cost me a $12 taxi ride.
I had flown into Dallas for the sole purpose of calling on a client. Time was of the essence and my plan included a quick turnaround trip from and back to the airport. A spotless cab pulled up. The driver rushed to open the passenger door for me and made sure I was comfortably seated before he closed the door. As he got in the driver's seat, he mentioned that the neatly folded Wall Street Journal next to me was for my use. He then showed me several tapes and asked me what type of music I would enjoy. Well! I looked around for a "Candid Camera!" Wouldn't you? I could not believe the service I was receiving! I took the opportunity to say, "Obviously you take great pride in your work. You must have a story to tell."
"You bet," he replied, "I used to be in Corporate America. But I got tired of thinking my best would never be good enough. I decided to find my niche in life where I could feel proud of being the best I could be. I knew I would never be a rocket scientist, but I love driving cars, being of service and feeling like I have done a full day's work and done it well. I evaluate my personal assets and... wham! I became a cab driver. One thing I know for sure, to be good in my business I could simply just meet the expectations of my passengers. But, to be GREAT in my business, I have to EXCEED the customer's expectations! I like both the sound and the return of being 'great' better than just getting by on 'average'"
Lessons:
Go an Extra Mile when providing any Service to others.
The is no good or bad job. You can make any job good.
Good service always brings good return.
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A clean joke to start your week with laughter
A customer was bothering the waiter in a restaurant. First, he asked that the air conditioning be turned up because he was too hot, then he asked it be turned down cause he was too cold, and so on for about half an hour. Surprisingly, the waiter was very patient, he walked back and forth and never once got angry. So finally, a second customer asked him why he didn't throw out the pest. "Oh, I really don't care or mind," said the waiter with a smile. "We don't even have an air conditioner."
Have a memorable day and a great week ahead!
Priya
Anger makes you smaller, while forgiveness forces you to grow beyond what you were. - Cherie Carter-Scott
A Million Dollar Lesson : Petey Parker
A cab driver taught me a million dollar lesson in customer satisfaction and expectation. Motivational speakers charge thousands of dollars to impart his kind of training to corporate executives and staff. It cost me a $12 taxi ride.
I had flown into Dallas for the sole purpose of calling on a client. Time was of the essence and my plan included a quick turnaround trip from and back to the airport. A spotless cab pulled up. The driver rushed to open the passenger door for me and made sure I was comfortably seated before he closed the door. As he got in the driver's seat, he mentioned that the neatly folded Wall Street Journal next to me was for my use. He then showed me several tapes and asked me what type of music I would enjoy. Well! I looked around for a "Candid Camera!" Wouldn't you? I could not believe the service I was receiving! I took the opportunity to say, "Obviously you take great pride in your work. You must have a story to tell."
"You bet," he replied, "I used to be in Corporate America. But I got tired of thinking my best would never be good enough. I decided to find my niche in life where I could feel proud of being the best I could be. I knew I would never be a rocket scientist, but I love driving cars, being of service and feeling like I have done a full day's work and done it well. I evaluate my personal assets and... wham! I became a cab driver. One thing I know for sure, to be good in my business I could simply just meet the expectations of my passengers. But, to be GREAT in my business, I have to EXCEED the customer's expectations! I like both the sound and the return of being 'great' better than just getting by on 'average'"
Lessons:
Go an Extra Mile when providing any Service to others.
The is no good or bad job. You can make any job good.
Good service always brings good return.
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A clean joke to start your week with laughter
A customer was bothering the waiter in a restaurant. First, he asked that the air conditioning be turned up because he was too hot, then he asked it be turned down cause he was too cold, and so on for about half an hour. Surprisingly, the waiter was very patient, he walked back and forth and never once got angry. So finally, a second customer asked him why he didn't throw out the pest. "Oh, I really don't care or mind," said the waiter with a smile. "We don't even have an air conditioner."
Have a memorable day and a great week ahead!
Priya
Thursday, September 07, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 08, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
A man's dreams are an index to his greatness. - Zadok Rabinwitz
Creativity
In his book about Creativity, "A Whack on the Side of the Head", Roger von Oech tells us about a major oil company's concern with the lack of creativity among some of its research and development people. To deal with the problem, top management brought in a team of psychologists to determine the difference between the creative R & D people and the less-creative ones. The hope was that their findings would stimulate the less-creative people.
The psychologists asked the scientists all kinds of questions. They asked about educational backgrounds, about the environment in which their favorite colors were. After three months, the psychologists found that the biggest difference between the two groups was that the creative people thought they were creative and the less-creative people did not. As a consequence, those who thought they were creative acted like it. They ignored old methods and hatched new ideas. The less-creative people did things as they had always been done.
Some "I'm not creative" people stifle themselves because they think creativity belongs only to people like Beethoven, Einstein, and Shakespeare. These are some of the superluminaries of the creative world, but by and large, these people didn't get their big ideas out of the blue.
On the contrary, most of their big ideas came from paying attention to their small ideas, playing with them, and making them big ideas.One of the major factors that differentiates creative people from less-creative people is that creative people pay attention to their small ideas. They know that a small idea can lead to a big breakthrough, and they believe that they are capable of making it happen.
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
Great excuses on a monday morning
I can't come in to work today because I'll be stalking my previous boss, who fired me for not showing up for work. OK?
I have a rare case of 48-hour projectile leprosy, but I know we have that deadline to meet...
I am converting my calendar from Julian to Gregorian.
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
A man's dreams are an index to his greatness. - Zadok Rabinwitz
Creativity
In his book about Creativity, "A Whack on the Side of the Head", Roger von Oech tells us about a major oil company's concern with the lack of creativity among some of its research and development people. To deal with the problem, top management brought in a team of psychologists to determine the difference between the creative R & D people and the less-creative ones. The hope was that their findings would stimulate the less-creative people.
The psychologists asked the scientists all kinds of questions. They asked about educational backgrounds, about the environment in which their favorite colors were. After three months, the psychologists found that the biggest difference between the two groups was that the creative people thought they were creative and the less-creative people did not. As a consequence, those who thought they were creative acted like it. They ignored old methods and hatched new ideas. The less-creative people did things as they had always been done.
Some "I'm not creative" people stifle themselves because they think creativity belongs only to people like Beethoven, Einstein, and Shakespeare. These are some of the superluminaries of the creative world, but by and large, these people didn't get their big ideas out of the blue.
On the contrary, most of their big ideas came from paying attention to their small ideas, playing with them, and making them big ideas.One of the major factors that differentiates creative people from less-creative people is that creative people pay attention to their small ideas. They know that a small idea can lead to a big breakthrough, and they believe that they are capable of making it happen.
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A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
Great excuses on a monday morning
I can't come in to work today because I'll be stalking my previous boss, who fired me for not showing up for work. OK?
I have a rare case of 48-hour projectile leprosy, but I know we have that deadline to meet...
I am converting my calendar from Julian to Gregorian.
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 07, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
"Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use."
THE IRON HORSE
An old couple made their way down the mountain to witness the "iron horse". As they approached the railway station their hearts began to pound faster and faster since this was the first time they were going to witness a train – the iron horse. Both of them were amazed at the size of the iron horse. They looked at each other and "Ma" asked "Pa", "What do you think?" "Pa" said, "It will never get moving". Just then the whistle blew and the train started moving slowly and then gathering speed. After a while the train began to gain more speed and disappeared around the sharp corner. "Ma" asked "Pa" again, "What do you think?" "Pa" was still recovering from his shock, and he replied, "I don't think that it will ever stop".
Momentum is one of the ingredients for success. Success is a matter of starting to take action and maintaining the momentum. Just like a kid learning to ride a bicycle. As long as the bicycle is moving the kid will not fall off the bicycle. The moment he stops cycling, the kid will fall off the bicycle. When you set your goal, never lose momentum by being distracted or discouraged by others or circumstances.
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Born on this day: Elizabeth I (1533-1603) born on Sep 7. English ruler. ""Good Queen Bess" ruled Great Britain and N. Ireland, 1558-1603; during her reign England became a world power."
Some quotes of queen Elizabeth I:
I do not want a husband who honours me as a queen, if he does not love me as a woman.
The stone often recoils on the head of the thrower.
What a family is without a steward, a ship without a pilot, a flock without a shepherd, a body without a head, the same, I think, is a kingdom without the health and safety of a good monarch.
Have a memorable day !
Priya
"Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use."
THE IRON HORSE
An old couple made their way down the mountain to witness the "iron horse". As they approached the railway station their hearts began to pound faster and faster since this was the first time they were going to witness a train – the iron horse. Both of them were amazed at the size of the iron horse. They looked at each other and "Ma" asked "Pa", "What do you think?" "Pa" said, "It will never get moving". Just then the whistle blew and the train started moving slowly and then gathering speed. After a while the train began to gain more speed and disappeared around the sharp corner. "Ma" asked "Pa" again, "What do you think?" "Pa" was still recovering from his shock, and he replied, "I don't think that it will ever stop".
Momentum is one of the ingredients for success. Success is a matter of starting to take action and maintaining the momentum. Just like a kid learning to ride a bicycle. As long as the bicycle is moving the kid will not fall off the bicycle. The moment he stops cycling, the kid will fall off the bicycle. When you set your goal, never lose momentum by being distracted or discouraged by others or circumstances.
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Born on this day: Elizabeth I (1533-1603) born on Sep 7. English ruler. ""Good Queen Bess" ruled Great Britain and N. Ireland, 1558-1603; during her reign England became a world power."
Some quotes of queen Elizabeth I:
I do not want a husband who honours me as a queen, if he does not love me as a woman.
The stone often recoils on the head of the thrower.
What a family is without a steward, a ship without a pilot, a flock without a shepherd, a body without a head, the same, I think, is a kingdom without the health and safety of a good monarch.
Have a memorable day !
Priya
Day with a Difference - Sep 06, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
There are two things to aim at in life; first to get what you want, and after that to enjoy it. Only the wisest of mankind has achieved the second. - Logan Pearsall Smith
Handling Frustration
Frustration is caused by not accomplishing or getting what you want. Instead of dwelling on your failures or frustrations, focus on what you can achieve and then build on your successes. Start by selecting only one or two things to work on at a time. Try to accomplish small goals initially. Once you can handle small goals, move on to larger ones.
Change takes time because your mind is very good at keeping you where you are. It is almost impossible to change over night, so there is no need to get frustrated. Just acknowledge that it will take time to change your present limitations and take it one step at a time.
As you gain more control over yourself and improve, you will become less frustrated and more confident in your ability to eventually succeed.
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Interesting Facts
Priya
There are two things to aim at in life; first to get what you want, and after that to enjoy it. Only the wisest of mankind has achieved the second. - Logan Pearsall Smith
Handling Frustration
Frustration is caused by not accomplishing or getting what you want. Instead of dwelling on your failures or frustrations, focus on what you can achieve and then build on your successes. Start by selecting only one or two things to work on at a time. Try to accomplish small goals initially. Once you can handle small goals, move on to larger ones.
Change takes time because your mind is very good at keeping you where you are. It is almost impossible to change over night, so there is no need to get frustrated. Just acknowledge that it will take time to change your present limitations and take it one step at a time.
As you gain more control over yourself and improve, you will become less frustrated and more confident in your ability to eventually succeed.
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Interesting Facts
A company in Taiwan makes dinnerware out of wheat, so you can eat your plate.
In Albania, nodding your head means 'no' and shaking your head means 'yes'.
When you walk down a steep hill, the pressure on your knees is equal to three times your body weight.
Months that begin on a Sunday will always have a 'Friday the 13th'.
During WWII, because a lot of players were called to duty, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles combined to become The Steagles.
Priya
Monday, September 04, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 05, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
Each time anyone comes into contact with us, they must become different and better people because of having met us.
Never Give Up
Sir Winston Churchill took three years getting through eighth grade because he had trouble learning English. It seems ironic that years later Oxford University asked him to address its commencement exercises.
He arrived with his usual props. A cigar, a cane and a top hat accompanied Churchill wherever he went. As Churchill approached the podium, the crowd rose in appreciative applause. With unmatched dignity, he settled the crowd and stood confident before his admirers. Removing the cigar and carefully placing the top hat on the podium, Churchill gazed at his waiting audience.
Authority rang in Churchill's voice as he shouted, "Never give up!" Several seconds passed before he rose to his toes and repeated: "Never give up!" His words thundered in their ears. There was a deafening silence as Churchill reached for his hat and cigar, steadied himself with his cane and left the platform. His commencement address was finished.
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Interesting phrase origins Put my two cents in
Meaning: To state one's opinion.
Example: If I can put my two cents in, maintenance on that Ferrari will kill you.
Origin: "Put my two cents in" originates from the older "put my two bits in" and has its origin in the game of poker.
When playing poker you have to make a small bet before the cards are dealt called an "ante" to begin play
in that hand.This phrase draws an analogy to the poker ante (two bits) and gains your entry into the
conversation. Two bits means one quarter (currently the American twenty five cent piece).
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Each time anyone comes into contact with us, they must become different and better people because of having met us.
Never Give Up
Sir Winston Churchill took three years getting through eighth grade because he had trouble learning English. It seems ironic that years later Oxford University asked him to address its commencement exercises.
He arrived with his usual props. A cigar, a cane and a top hat accompanied Churchill wherever he went. As Churchill approached the podium, the crowd rose in appreciative applause. With unmatched dignity, he settled the crowd and stood confident before his admirers. Removing the cigar and carefully placing the top hat on the podium, Churchill gazed at his waiting audience.
Authority rang in Churchill's voice as he shouted, "Never give up!" Several seconds passed before he rose to his toes and repeated: "Never give up!" His words thundered in their ears. There was a deafening silence as Churchill reached for his hat and cigar, steadied himself with his cane and left the platform. His commencement address was finished.
Expand your knowledge base
Interesting phrase origins Put my two cents in
Meaning: To state one's opinion.
Example: If I can put my two cents in, maintenance on that Ferrari will kill you.
Origin: "Put my two cents in" originates from the older "put my two bits in" and has its origin in the game of poker.
When playing poker you have to make a small bet before the cards are dealt called an "ante" to begin play
in that hand.This phrase draws an analogy to the poker ante (two bits) and gains your entry into the
conversation. Two bits means one quarter (currently the American twenty five cent piece).
Have a memorable day!
Priya
Day with a Difference - Sep 02, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
He who has never learned to obey cannot be a good commander. Aristotle
"I" am the owner of my body and mind. "I" am not the body and mind!
We have so often heard statements like "My back is hurting", "My heart is longing for you", "My leg is aching after that strenuous soccer game"... We have also heard many a times: "I am depressed", "I am angry", "I am hungry", etc. When I say, "I am hungry", I really mean that my stomach is hungry because by saying "I am hungry", it cannot mean my stomach, my shoulder, my arm, my legs, my head etc., are all hungry. When I say, "I am depressed", it can at best mean only my mind is depressed, though I am not. When you are angry, when you are depressed, simply say silently in your mind, "It is not me but only my mind is depressed or angry". The magic of such recitation will douse the anger and dilute the depression. I am the owner of my body and mind; I love my body and mind. They are my truest ever friends right from the time I came to this earth and they will remain with me till I breathe my last breath. To reach within my body, I use my mind. I often ill-treat my body and mind. I often smoke, I often drink, I often have sleepless nights just to complete a work, and I often eat junk food. Yet, I am responsible for the state of health of my mind. When I trust my mind, my best friend and treat it well, when I provide it only with healthy food (positive thoughts), I know my mind will do wonders to keep my other friend, my body, in good health. Over the years
I have learnt, "A healthy mind resides in a healthy body". Then isn't it true, that when I have a healthy mind, my body will in turn remain or become healthy?I have found the easy and simple way to keep my mind healthy. I know that my mind needs only healthy and positive thoughts to remain healthy. In turn, I know my healthy mind will keep my body healthy. I know that as I treat my best friends well - my body and mind - without any abuse, they in turn gift me a life of unending happiness with sound good health on a physical, mental, and spiritual level. I bow to the power of my inner mind for its boundless power. All the great work that happens through me, I know is because of a level that is far deeper than my conscious level.I have realized that humility unleashes the power within me that helps me tide over all difficulties of life with profound ease and a smile. --- Copyright © 2004 Partho Rakshit
Expand your knowledge base
A clean joke to start your week with laughter
"How is it that every time I pass your station, you are not working," the angry department head said to an employee. "It's because you wear sneakers, sir!"
Do you wanna hear a joke backwards? Laugh first...
Policeman: Excuse me, sir, but your license requires you to wear glasses. You are not wearing them, why not? Driver: I have contacts!
Policeman: I don't care who you know! I'm giving you a ticket and you can tell it to the judge!
Have a memorable day and a great week ahead!
Priya
He who has never learned to obey cannot be a good commander. Aristotle
"I" am the owner of my body and mind. "I" am not the body and mind!
We have so often heard statements like "My back is hurting", "My heart is longing for you", "My leg is aching after that strenuous soccer game"... We have also heard many a times: "I am depressed", "I am angry", "I am hungry", etc. When I say, "I am hungry", I really mean that my stomach is hungry because by saying "I am hungry", it cannot mean my stomach, my shoulder, my arm, my legs, my head etc., are all hungry. When I say, "I am depressed", it can at best mean only my mind is depressed, though I am not. When you are angry, when you are depressed, simply say silently in your mind, "It is not me but only my mind is depressed or angry". The magic of such recitation will douse the anger and dilute the depression. I am the owner of my body and mind; I love my body and mind. They are my truest ever friends right from the time I came to this earth and they will remain with me till I breathe my last breath. To reach within my body, I use my mind. I often ill-treat my body and mind. I often smoke, I often drink, I often have sleepless nights just to complete a work, and I often eat junk food. Yet, I am responsible for the state of health of my mind. When I trust my mind, my best friend and treat it well, when I provide it only with healthy food (positive thoughts), I know my mind will do wonders to keep my other friend, my body, in good health. Over the years
I have learnt, "A healthy mind resides in a healthy body". Then isn't it true, that when I have a healthy mind, my body will in turn remain or become healthy?I have found the easy and simple way to keep my mind healthy. I know that my mind needs only healthy and positive thoughts to remain healthy. In turn, I know my healthy mind will keep my body healthy. I know that as I treat my best friends well - my body and mind - without any abuse, they in turn gift me a life of unending happiness with sound good health on a physical, mental, and spiritual level. I bow to the power of my inner mind for its boundless power. All the great work that happens through me, I know is because of a level that is far deeper than my conscious level.I have realized that humility unleashes the power within me that helps me tide over all difficulties of life with profound ease and a smile. --- Copyright © 2004 Partho Rakshit
Expand your knowledge base
A clean joke to start your week with laughter
"How is it that every time I pass your station, you are not working," the angry department head said to an employee. "It's because you wear sneakers, sir!"
Do you wanna hear a joke backwards? Laugh first...
Policeman: Excuse me, sir, but your license requires you to wear glasses. You are not wearing them, why not? Driver: I have contacts!
Policeman: I don't care who you know! I'm giving you a ticket and you can tell it to the judge!
Have a memorable day and a great week ahead!
Priya
Friday, September 01, 2006
Day with a Difference - Sep 01, 2006
Today's Inspirational Quote:
Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action. - Benjamin Disraeli
MY DOG CAN WALK ON WATER (Cappucino Stories)
There was a hunter who came into the possession of a special bird dog. The dog was the only one of its kind, because it can walk on water. One day he invited a friend to go hunting with him so that he could show off his prized possession. After some time, they shot a few ducks, which fell into the river. The man ordered his dog to run and fetch the birds. The dog ran on water to fetch the birds. The man was expecting a compliment about the amazing dog, but did not receive it. Being curious, he asked his friend if the friend had noticed anything unusual about the dog. The friend replied, "Yes, I did see something unusual about your dog. Your dog can't swim!"
More than 90% of the people that we face everyday are negative. They choose to look at the hole in the middle rather than the doughnut. Do not expect compliments or encouragement from them. These are the people who cannot pull you out of your present situation. They can only push you down. So be aware of them, spend less time with them, and do not let them steal your dreams away from you.
Expand your knowledge base
A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
What days of the week begin with the letter 'T'?
How many seconds are there in a year?
Scroll down for the answer ...
Today and Tomorrow
Twelve: January second, February second, March second etc
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action. - Benjamin Disraeli
MY DOG CAN WALK ON WATER (Cappucino Stories)
There was a hunter who came into the possession of a special bird dog. The dog was the only one of its kind, because it can walk on water. One day he invited a friend to go hunting with him so that he could show off his prized possession. After some time, they shot a few ducks, which fell into the river. The man ordered his dog to run and fetch the birds. The dog ran on water to fetch the birds. The man was expecting a compliment about the amazing dog, but did not receive it. Being curious, he asked his friend if the friend had noticed anything unusual about the dog. The friend replied, "Yes, I did see something unusual about your dog. Your dog can't swim!"
More than 90% of the people that we face everyday are negative. They choose to look at the hole in the middle rather than the doughnut. Do not expect compliments or encouragement from them. These are the people who cannot pull you out of your present situation. They can only push you down. So be aware of them, spend less time with them, and do not let them steal your dreams away from you.
Expand your knowledge base
A clean joke to sign off your week with laughter
What days of the week begin with the letter 'T'?
How many seconds are there in a year?
Scroll down for the answer ...
Today and Tomorrow
Twelve: January second, February second, March second etc
Have a memorable day and a fun-filled weekend!
Priya
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