Inspiration

Inspiration comes from many places, quotes, short stories, flash fiction, news,  poetry, events, people, and places.  We try to provide something new on a regular basis.

quotes on being a good man
Quotations

Quotes on Being a Good Man

What does it take to be a good man? Most of us know what our ideal is but what is the essence of the best men? Sometimes we forget what it means to be a good man, a good husband, father, lover, friend, boss or employee. We are not talking religion here. Every religion has their own admonitions and beliefs

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Winnie the Pooh Quotes
Quotations

Winnie the Pooh Quotes – Wisdom from Winnie

Who doesn’t love Winnie the Pooh, that “bear of little brain”? His wisdom has made me smile many times, and when I am feeling a little blue or need a little whimsey, tis always nice to read a little Winnie the Pooh – or anything by A.A. Milne – simple truths that apply to us no matter how old or

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200+Funny Quotes
Quotations

200 +Funny Quotes to Brighten Your Day

When the mood or sky is gray, it’s nice to have some funny quotes to perk us up. These 200 + funny quotes are both inspirational and fun. This is a mixture of fun inspirational quotes are from world leaders, wise men long gone, comedians, scientists, visionaries, and, of course, Winnie the Pooh. Hope it brightens your day a bit.

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Captain Tom Moore
Inspiring People

Captain Tom Moore Captures Hearts-Raises Millions for NHS

“We will get through this and come out of it stronger, more united and ready to face any challenge together.” CAPTAIN TOM MOORE Watching Captain Tom Moore walk back and forth across the garden outside his flat, I am amazed by his resolve, his spirit, his power. He decided to begin a fundraising campaign for NHS Charities Together, a coalition

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Thank U Frontline
Inspiration

Thank U Frontline: An Anthem of Gratitude

The Corona Virus has sparked a lot of great videos that not only showcase talent but provide for some comic relief in these days that bring headlines and news that is disturbing and depressing. We all appreciate those in the frontline, people that still have to go to work to take care of our needs and the needs of those

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quotes on beauty
Quotations

Beauty Quotes to Remember

Beauty quotes, quotations on beauty to help you discover the true meaning of beauty. We are all beautiful in our own way and the world around us is beautiful too if only we take the time to see it.

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Inspiration

Blueberry Girl – Prayer for Our Daughters

A lot of the greatest inspiration comes from the simplest stories, from childhood boks and stories, this short video by Neil Gaiman, is one such story. It is a beautiful reminder to all of us that have daughters or have ever been daughters, worth remembering and repeating.

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Inspiration

Dr. Suess Sums It Up – Oh The Places You’ll Go!

I love children’s books – especially Dr. Suess who resonants with so many of us.  He teaches optimism, tolerance, and so many wonderful lessons in his books.  This video rendition by Burning Man of Oh, the Places You’ll G0 is a great inspirational view.   Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Congratulations! Today is your day. You’re off to Great Places! You’re off and away! You have

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Inspiration

Famous Failures – Inspiration for Success

Excerpt from the book SEEBEDO- See it! Be it! Do it!. Failure is not the opposite of success; it is part of success.  You only fail if you do not try.  If you try and fail, you will be in the company of some of the most successful people in history. Winston Churchill lost every election for public office until

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Inspiration

Peace and Happiness

  Gratitude, love, peace, and joy are the greatest gifts in the world. The sum total of these four things is success and happiness. It starts inside and blossoms the more we love and accept ourselves. – Michele Hartley

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gratitude and sunshine
Quotations

Gratitude Quotes to Inspire Gratefulness

We sometimes underestimate the power of gratitude.  Gratitude is not merely saying “thank you”; it is a state of being.  When you feel grateful, your spirits lift, your life is brighter, and you are happier.  There are hundreds of things to be grateful for each day, little things, big things, everyday events and life changing events.  Being grateful becomes easier

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Mini-Inspirations

Be Grateful

Gratitude is a gift that keeps on giving, simply be grateful each day for little things and big things in life and you will be a happier person.

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Kindergarten Lessons
Inspiration

Lessons from Kindergarten

Sometimes it’s good to remember those things we were taught as small children, they still hold true today! All I really need to know about how to live and what to do and how to be I learned in kindergarten. Wisdom was not at the top of the graduate school mountain, but there in the sand pile at school. These

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motivation tips
Quotations

Motivate Yourself- Motivation Tips and Quotes

I often find it difficult to motivate myself but motivation is important and there are ways that you can motivate yourself to get things done – even things that you would rather not do.  The wonderful thing about motivation is that it is contagious.  If you are motivated, you can motivate others and vice versa.  When you are motivated, your

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Quotes About Love
Quotations

Love! Inspirational Quotes About Love

Love – we all want it – as much as we can get…The truth is that love is within us and around us and the more we love ourselves, the more we can love others.  These quotes on love are not only great for Valentine’s Day but for the year round, whenever you want to expand your thoughts on love

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worry quotes
Quotations

Top Worry Quotes

Sometimes a few worry quotes can help me gain a perspective on things.  Because I am a natural worrier, I have been told , “Don’t worry about it, things will work out,”  that I often think it should be a personal mantra.  Personally, I have decided to dispense with any worries that I cannot do anything about.  The senselessness of

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Abilities and Talents - Great Quotes
Quotations

Ability Quotes – Use Your Abilities

We all have unique abilities and talents.  Whether we decide to use our ability is another matter altogether.  Whether it is a natural ability or a learned one does not matter, how we use it does matter.  The sad thing is that just having a talent or ability does not make it valuable or useful.  There are literally hundreds of

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Thich Nhat Hahn
Quotations

Thich Nhat Hanh Quotes-Beautiful Mindfulness

This list of Thich Nhat Hanh quotes is just a taste of the wisdom and insight he has to offer.  Thich Nhat Hanh is on my list of people I would like to meet. Born in 1926, he is still is providing guidance and insights on meditation and  mindfulness and living a rich life grounded in peace and beauty to

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see love
Mini-Inspirations

See Love

Love is all around us if, you simply open your heart, your eyes, your mind to all love’s possibilities.  Love is unlimited, both in object and manifestation.  It is only limited by your personal definition of it.  When you see love in the smallest and greatest of things, your world expands and your happiness grows greater. When you open your

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Grant me serenity
Inspiration

Serenity

  “Do your work, then step back. The only path to serenity.” ― Lao Tzu

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friendship quotes
Quotations

90 Great Friendship Quotes

We sometimes take our friendships for granted, these friendship quotes can help remind you of just how special your friendships are. Friendship is one of the most important parts of our lives – our friends are part of us, part of who we are and what we do.  Countless books, songs, and poems have been written about friendship.   Dating back

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Inspiration

Growing Older-When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple

Growing older doesn’t have to mean settling or giving in. I have always loved the poem, Warning, by Jenny Joseph – it sums up a very positive attitude for growing older – I am running out to buy that red hat right now!

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