Never discredit your gut instinct. You are not paranoid. Your body can pick up on bad vibrations. If something deep inside of you says something is not right about a person or situation, trust it.
— Unknown
Apparently some scientists have nicknamed our gut (enteric nervous system) the “second brain.” Our gut contains one hundred million neurons, which is more than either the spinal cord or peripheral nervous system. Michael Gershman, author of “The Second Brain” explains that “a big part of our emotions are probably influenced by the nerves in our gut.” Apparently 95 % of the body’s serotonin is found in the bowels and may have a role to play in certain diseases. The blossoming field of neurogastroenterology will likely offer some new insights into the workings of the second brain. Interesting stuff.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
Saturday, September 29, 2018
Friday, September 28, 2018
What is happening...
At some point you just have to let go of what you thought should happen and live in what is happening.
— Unknown
We can expect an awful lot of ourselves, can’t we? I’m not sure why we have a story in our heads about how our lives should go; if/when we’ll get married, how many kids we’ll have, how much money we’ll make. Boy is my life different than what I envisioned; no kids, two divorces, survivor of the proverbial rainy day, still working on finances. On the other hand, I have found the perfect love of my life (that I thought didn’t exist), I absolutely love what I do for a living and I’m also in love with my friends, hobbies, lifestyle. Just sayin’ :) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
— Unknown
We can expect an awful lot of ourselves, can’t we? I’m not sure why we have a story in our heads about how our lives should go; if/when we’ll get married, how many kids we’ll have, how much money we’ll make. Boy is my life different than what I envisioned; no kids, two divorces, survivor of the proverbial rainy day, still working on finances. On the other hand, I have found the perfect love of my life (that I thought didn’t exist), I absolutely love what I do for a living and I’m also in love with my friends, hobbies, lifestyle. Just sayin’ :) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
Thursday, September 27, 2018
Selective battles...
Be selective with your battles. Sometimes peace is better than being right.
— Unknown
It took me a long time to understand this. I felt I should be more knowledgeable or something. Along the way (thanks to relationship courses and coaching), I learned how to listen more. That old saying “learn to be more interested, rather than interesting” comes to mind. Just sayin’ ;) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
— Unknown
It took me a long time to understand this. I felt I should be more knowledgeable or something. Along the way (thanks to relationship courses and coaching), I learned how to listen more. That old saying “learn to be more interested, rather than interesting” comes to mind. Just sayin’ ;) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
No accident...
Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing.
— Pele (Widely regarded as the best soccer player of all time)
Tiger Woods’ miraculous, emotional come-back comes to mind. The old saying “ you get out what you put in” seems to be very true. The things I’ve worked hardest at have brought rewards, fulfillment and a great sense of pride. I guess the X factor is figuring out where we want to hang our hat. This is not as obvious for some of us. Just sayin’ :) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
— Pele (Widely regarded as the best soccer player of all time)
Tiger Woods’ miraculous, emotional come-back comes to mind. The old saying “ you get out what you put in” seems to be very true. The things I’ve worked hardest at have brought rewards, fulfillment and a great sense of pride. I guess the X factor is figuring out where we want to hang our hat. This is not as obvious for some of us. Just sayin’ :) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Some days...
Some days I amaze myself.
Other days I look for my phone while I’m talking on it.
— Unknown
Lol ;) I’ve done this on more than one occasion. Probably in auto pilot, thinking about life’s daily stressors. There’s just no way around the ups and downs of life is there... Just sayin ;) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
Other days I look for my phone while I’m talking on it.
— Unknown
Lol ;) I’ve done this on more than one occasion. Probably in auto pilot, thinking about life’s daily stressors. There’s just no way around the ups and downs of life is there... Just sayin ;) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
Monday, September 24, 2018
Ultimately happy life...
Destroy the idea that you have to be constantly working or grinding in order to be successful. Embrace the concept that rest, recovery, and reflection are essential parts of the progress towards a successful and ultimately happy life.
— Unknown
Near bankruptcy, being caught off guard by an unexpected betrayal, fear of the unknown, rest, recovery and reflection, have been the building blocks for the happiest and most successful time of my life. Just sayin’ :) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
— Unknown
Near bankruptcy, being caught off guard by an unexpected betrayal, fear of the unknown, rest, recovery and reflection, have been the building blocks for the happiest and most successful time of my life. Just sayin’ :) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
Sunday, September 23, 2018
The little things...
Enjoy the little things...
— Unknown
I was one of the unfortunate people seriously affected by the finacial crisis of 2008. I never thought something like that would happen to me because jobs in my line of work are typically plentiful. It was a terrifying time and I had to cut expenses in every way imaginable. Dinners out, vacations and new clothes were just the first cuts. Thank God I love to write because morning coffee with a newspaper, pen and paper were my lifeline. Many years later, I’ve noticed a silver lining. I don’t spend the way I used to. Actually I don’t even think much about spending anymore. Sure, I still go out for some dinners and take a trip every year, but I save up for these extravagances and pay up front. I never thought I’d enjoy not spending money, but I feel safe and happy watching my bank balance grow. My grandfather was right after all. He said “save your money. There’s always something to buy and you never know when that rainy day will come.”Just sayin :) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
— Unknown
I was one of the unfortunate people seriously affected by the finacial crisis of 2008. I never thought something like that would happen to me because jobs in my line of work are typically plentiful. It was a terrifying time and I had to cut expenses in every way imaginable. Dinners out, vacations and new clothes were just the first cuts. Thank God I love to write because morning coffee with a newspaper, pen and paper were my lifeline. Many years later, I’ve noticed a silver lining. I don’t spend the way I used to. Actually I don’t even think much about spending anymore. Sure, I still go out for some dinners and take a trip every year, but I save up for these extravagances and pay up front. I never thought I’d enjoy not spending money, but I feel safe and happy watching my bank balance grow. My grandfather was right after all. He said “save your money. There’s always something to buy and you never know when that rainy day will come.”Just sayin :) Hugs.
Blessings,
Chatgirl
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