Day 785. You get what you give.

May 19, 2013
Day 785. You get what you give.

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 785. Saturday, May 18, 2013 Hairdresser:  “Smiling Daffodil, I was at a conference recently and they were showing some new products.  I can’t wait to show you a new type of curling iron.  You place your hair inside of the device and it curls the...
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Day 784. Throw down a challenge!

May 18, 2013
Day 784.  Throw down a challenge!

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 784.  Friday, May 17, 2013 It was after midnight and I was climbing the Stairmaster at the gym. I noticed a post on my Facebook page. Dr. House:  “Don’t forget the bulldozers!  Do them after climbing the coliseum steps!” Smiling Daffodil:  “I haven’t done that...
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Day 783. How to defuse a situation

May 17, 2013
Day 783.  How to defuse a situation

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 783.  Thursday, May 16, 2013 I read some emails this morning that frustrated me in ways I had not experienced in a long time. My thought process:  “People have no backbone.  ‘So-and-so’ is weak.  Why are they making such poor decisions?  Where’s the leadership?” I...
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Day 782. Throw down a challenge!

May 16, 2013
Day 782.  Throw down a challenge!

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 782.  Wednesday, May 15, 2013 James:  “Smiling Daffodil, I worked on the choreography for our dance—I hope you like it.” I was jumping up and down. Smiling Daffodil: “I’m so excited!” James:  “I have some new steps to teach you.  Just watch and see.” As...
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Day 781. Tips on being a good friend.

May 15, 2013
Day 781.  Tips on being a good friend.

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 781.  Tuesday, May 14, 2013 I was in a very bad mood all day.  I concluded it’s best to become a hermit—just shut myself away from the entire human race.  This way I’ll stay out of trouble and I won’t be of any trouble to...
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Day 780. It’s best to sit down and shut up.

May 14, 2013
Day 780.  It’s best to sit down and shut up.

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 780.  Monday, May 13, 2013 I arrived at the office. Fran:  “Bob is looking for you.” Bob is the owner. I walked towards the conference room regretting not getting dressed up today.  A meeting was taking place.  I didn’t know I was part of this...
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Day 779. Nap time!

May 12, 2013
Day 779.  Nap time!

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 779.  Sunday, May 12, 2013 It was 7 pm—and I needed a nap.  I was up way too late Saturday night and was feeling the effects. So I set the alarm to wake me up in an hour.  I have a favorite tv program I...
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Day 778. You become what you focus on.

May 12, 2013
Day 778.  You become what you focus on.

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 778.  Saturday, May 11, 2013 It was dinner time and I hadn’t heard from my friend.  I wasn’t sure if we were going to have dinner together after all.  Rather than wait or wonder I decided to call and ask. James:  “Yes, I’m still at...
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Day 777. Unexpected act of kindness

May 11, 2013
Day 777.  Unexpected act of kindness

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 777.  Friday, May 10, 2013 I sat down in the theater and realized I forgot my sweater in the car.  It’s a rare day I am prepared with a sweater and I was so proud I actually brought one with me.  Except sadly, it was...
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Day 776. Frustrating day? Find a positive outlet to focus your mind and exert your energy.

May 10, 2013
Day 776. Frustrating day?  Find a positive outlet to focus your mind and exert your energy.

365+ Days of Living the Dale Carnegie Principles Day 776.  Thursday, May 9, 2013 Work wasn’t pleasant today… I mumbled to myself more than once, “I hate this place.” At the end of the workday I fled to dance class.  Today is Lindy Hop Thursday! James:  “Let’s review the dance steps from Monday.” To...
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