tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69011090127047042632024-02-07T16:49:27.550-08:00Nicole Anderson's Blog: Live Happy Live LifeThere's More to Life than what you're living...
TAKE THE JOURNEY...
Life the way it's meant to be.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-3610460650812117232015-02-10T05:18:00.002-08:002015-02-10T05:18:51.973-08:00Sources of Inspiration<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">But here I want to mention
the absolutely inspiring spiritual teacher <i>Wayne Dyer.</i> He has written volumes of books on such
topics including the Tao Te Ching, Change Your Thoughts Change Your Life and
The Power of Intention.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I have particularly enjoyed
his PBS specials as well as his audio teachings for his varied spiritual
enlightenment and in finding "a calling." Speaking of the latter, his teachings have been especially instrumental
as I sought my own life's quest years ago.
I listened to his teachings for hours and days and even for years I've
been playing them as the need arises to reinvent and re-associate the meanings
of being (why we are here on this earth and purposeful existence) as he so
eloquently describes as <i>The Shift</i> from the morning to the afternoon of
our lives.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">His lectures are deeply
philosophical and enlightening for those that want to evaluate and deem their
lives needing more. For those that are
willing to take the time to seek God and/or a higher power to find what is
missing in life. His lectures get you
to think about life from a higher awareness and a higher consciousness... not
as you knew it, but allowing yourself to be on this wavelength of inner peace
to find out and discover more within yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I have truly been inspired
by his teachings as my own writings have touched upon this general need and
desire to help individuals become more in tune with their greater self. You as the reader or listener of either of
our works shouldn't assume there is or will be a blatant and outright answer to
your problems and/or a solution to your living the life you want to live. His writings, just as in my own will get you
to think deeper. To comb the depths of
your soul into realizing more that you want out of life, and to realizing that
your thinking and behaviors have hindered yourself from getting there.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sources of inspiration take the form of a journey... and with a journey - it
takes time, dedication and commitment.
It takes a serious will to demand more of oneself, and to be determined
to make it to the destination.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-31616132157076092252015-02-10T05:17:00.001-08:002015-02-10T05:17:46.136-08:00The Idiot Screen<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I find TV these days absolutely
appalling. Sure, there are selective
channels and TV shows palatable and quite entertaining, but "the idiot
screen" runs the gamut. Idiotic
commercials, lots of repetitive nonsense, let alone the types of advertising
are inappropriate and nauseous to the conscious viewer who wants tasteful and
uplifting entertainment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">The conscious (and sensible)
viewer will find themselves either channel surfing for what seems like a
duration to find some decent programming or either settling amongst the select
few options (- depending upon tastes and preferences).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">It's something to see these
changes entertainment has taken over the decades; especially from the dawn of
the new century, what is considered allowable and acceptable for broadcasting
to audiences. Wouldn't society be much
better off with television that would enhance the mind rather than demoralize
and heighten the paranoia of fear, anxiety, worry and exacerbation of
distraught circumstances and situations considered 'entertaining' <i>these days</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">There's a paradox between an
acceptance of standards in how a nation, let alone a world should behave, and
the outright and blatant misuse of a global and pertinent means of
communication. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">TV used to be a place of
refuge... a means for relaxation and winding down after a day at school or
work... looking forward to a story or a television show that would make us
laugh, think and possibly give us insight into our own lives. It was a time when "going to the movies"
was an event and experience. It's not
just about theater popcorn or theater "sound" that kept us coming
back... it was an experience for our souls and our beings to accept and receive
this kind of fun and uplifting we needed to give us the momentum and
satisfaction that made living life and dealing with life's issues a little more
palatable. It was the coming and going
of something new that lived up to the humor that gave us variety in programming
for all ages and audiences. It was the
days when television and entertainment all together just made more sense.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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purely a shame, especially for young children that weren't a part of the eras
of better entertainment. Once a society
finally gets some sense again and can think beyond their medicated brains,
maybe in time they'll be a coming together of mindful people that speak with
their remote controls as a viewing audience that will refuse to allow "The
Idiot Screen" to overtake and influence their lives or their family.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-8108964662569162712015-02-03T03:22:00.000-08:002015-02-03T03:22:00.651-08:00Tuning In...<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial;">Speaking of inspiration…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Tuning in to the late show
this Wednesday through Friday for John Mayer’s host appearance on CBS…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-28336770796162172412015-02-03T03:03:00.001-08:002015-02-03T03:03:32.688-08:00Inspiration<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Inspiration. I've been thinking about this for days
now... Actually not a moment goes by without realizing the impact of this
creative inspiration while I'm writing and designing...and I'm truly in awe and
homage to those other creative individuals that bring such beautiful and
amazing compositions from their own inspiration and intuitive insight.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I realize all the time, how
much music brings forth a kind of energy and insight into creating. Nature parallels this, in its atmosphere and
dwelling in its state of Zen-like peace.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I've been listening to a lot
of John Mayer's music... especially those songs like <i>War of My Life, Why
Georgia, Clarity... </i>(to name a few) that give me the drive to continue and
resonate with a "don't give up" and energetic vibe that builds a
determination and perseverance in light of the present moment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Its moments like these that
I appreciate the contributions of the truly talented creative individuals of
the world. Whether it be musicians,
composers and arrangers, artists, writers, painters... the beauty in nature and
the music to these ears well compliments any creative endeavor worth pursuing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Whatever it is that you
think or believe you have a "calling" for... you can't give up on
it. You'll regret not trying. You'll regret what might have been. Should you really and truly care... you will
allow this inspiration, whatever your inspiration is to carry you forward. Life didn't say the road was left without
curves or graveled pavement... up or downs... acceptance or rejection... yes and
no... Life never said it would be easy, but then again what would you rather
have? The <i>easy</i> route or the
route much more satisfying.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">The point I want to make
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<i><u><span style="font-family: Arial;">Good music</span></u></i><span style="font-family: Arial;"> all around just makes you feel better!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">(Notice the emphasis on
"good"...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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my opinion, this constitutes lyrically and/or melodically enjoyable).</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-4405378081352974062015-01-27T03:32:00.005-08:002015-01-27T03:32:49.743-08:00Time off - continued<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Time off is a good
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I don't much care for all
this blogging.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I do think it's a total
waste of time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I'd taken much time off
as you can see... writing, designing... and just trying or attempting to
rethink my way out of what 'they' say should be done to 'make it' as a
writer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I don't care about all
that.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All I care about is continuing to
do my thing, and that is writing and designing among other things that I happen
to think of like writing children's books.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Had I been consumed with what 'they' say to do, I very much doubt I
would have taken the time, or had the peace of mind to come up with such
inspiration that always continues to inspire me and put a smile on my face as I
write it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I'll play it by ear with
this blog.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I'm not saying I'm totally
against it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I'm saying it's not my focus
and I may occasionally drop a line or two should I happen to think about doing
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can still feel free to visit or comment, as I will attempt to become more
motivated based upon the Internet presence.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>(Still reasonably at leisure maintaining a Zen-type focus of course).</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-22394043479648182652015-01-27T03:31:00.002-08:002015-01-27T03:31:12.655-08:00Time off
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Check out my new post in <i>The
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">I've
taken some time off from this blog... reflecting and coming up with some new
ideas... Check out my foray into <i>Children's Books</i>.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-88230780291762198202014-01-29T09:05:00.003-08:002014-01-29T09:05:52.565-08:00To Live Differently – Do Something DifferentlyTo Live Differently – Do Something Differently<br />
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This is true. I know for a fact that in order to follow our dreams, it's necessary to step outside the "box" in a sense of living beyond fear, worry, whatever goes on in the mind deterring self from attaining that which we feel a deep sense to accomplish.<br />
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When you do nothing to even try to accomplish your dreams, what can you expect to happen. When you keep wishing and wanting for something making no real effort, what can you expect but to live the same way you've been living. This is also true of happiness. You want to be happy don't you. Well, what are you doing to bring about more happiness in your life. How are you living different than before, what new things... what peace or simple joyous anecdotes have you brought into your life recently. If you have no answer to this, obviously you can see why you have yet to feel "happier" about existence. <br />
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Try to change one thing about your day... giving yourself a break to do what you want to do, instituting simple pleasures in your life easing them into your daily existence. Take time to watch the sunrise and notice how it makes you feel to wake on spring or summer's delightful morning. Sip and savor that cup of tea enjoying the most awe-inspiring view. Find yourself a quiet place to read that favorite book or listen to that music that gets you moving and dance! ... Just dance... Have fun...<br />
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Think about all the things you are grateful for.<br />
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To live differently, remember we must do something differently. We must change our lifestyle to correlate with the emotions of positive change. If you want to write that book, what's stopping you... but that mountain of regrets if deep down you could do nothing else but write. What's stopping you from painting that picture, becoming that artist you've always wanted to be. We mustn't think we have to achieve in the eyes of a world for notoriety's sake or otherwise, you mustn't think of any rationale as to how you could ever live a dream. Even one step... one chapter at a time... a visit to get art supplies... a stroll along the beach feeling those tranquil moments...<br />
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It's about living a life of peace, satisfaction and enjoyment.<br />It's about living life with your own definition of happiness.<br />Living without regrets, living without the validation except by means of your own hand.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-9124397614498192532014-01-28T12:35:00.004-08:002014-01-28T12:35:58.617-08:00What makes your life "happier and better?"I want to take this time to mention that this site is a platform to feel a sense of betterment in and about life. Feel free to share your thoughts that compliment the feeling of living life "happier and better" as this site is not only meant to inspire you, but I too as well feel a great sense of purpose in knowing that these words have made a difference impacting positive change upon a world.<br />
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So go on out and make positive change.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6901109012704704263.post-52412971599638120362014-01-27T11:49:00.000-08:002014-01-27T11:49:43.913-08:00The start of something new...Today marks the day of the initial posting to my new blog. I contemplated over the right name that would encompass the main theme of all I want to say... all I want this site to represent, which of course is about...Life. But not just life... I want readers to feel a sense of uplifting... I want you to walk away feeling better than you did before you read the words of "Live Happy Live Life" ...perhaps even a smile, a transformed thought or new way of thinking to get you on the course to your destiny, to that purpose or calling, for that which we all live and exist for.<br />
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Happiness means different things to different people. I contend its varying definition based upon the wavelength we reside upon. Depending upon whatever chaos or confusion exists in your life – perhaps happiness is nothing more than a day of peace... those moments of Zen to sip that delightful cup of tea – savoring it moment by moment. Perhaps it's nothing more than taking the time to unwind... noticing, taking the time to savor that sunrise before rushing off tending to the cares of the day. As these cares can and will have you out of "balance" mentally, spiritually and otherwise should you allow life to carry you in a direction you don't care to follow.<br />
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Anyway, I finally decided on, "Live Happy Live Life" as the central theme because I truly believe that before we can LIVE life (notice the emphasis), we must first deal with those feelings and emotions tempting us (sometimes more than we care to) of eluding happiness. Sometimes, those emotions tempt to drive the waves in another direction off the course to living a destiny... a purpose... a calling.<br />
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This site... from this blog and everything in between its pages, I hope you find a greater sense of enlightenment, and share your happiness... a kind hand... a kind suggestion to a world in need of a greater peace and humanity.<br />
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Wherever you are upon your own life's template, don't worry – we haven't always the answers, as long as we at least take another step closer upon our journey in where we are meant to be.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11754917613517200249noreply@blogger.com0