Saturday, November 27, 2004

Charity's Laws for a Life Well Lived

No fear, no self-doubt
Self-confidence and self-assurance are what it's all about. Do whatever you need to develop these qualities.
Awareness
Be aware of what's going on within you and around you in nature, in the world, and in the lives of others.
Authenticity
Drop the mask. Speak the truth. You are no one if you are not yourself.
Industry
Work hard at it! Throw yourself 100 percent into whatever you're doing. And stick to it! Talent grows with practice. Be disciplined in doing what you've chosen to do.
Excitement
Be excited about every moment, even about the small things. Let the simple things thrill you. And if things are dull, do something to make them interesting. Make all of life an adventure.
Connection
Love the one you're with. Tremendously. Passionately. Truly. Madly. Deeply. It feels good to love. But if that's too much, then make a connection. Collect somebody.
Mastery
Master a few things. Your choice, but do get good at them.
Habits
Have good habits. Then you won't always have to remind yourself. You'll do those boring little things automatically -- use sunscreen; eat salads and veggies; get enough sleep; exercise; drink water; save 10 percent; don't smoke -- those little things that over the long haul keep you healthy and happy.
Contribute
Be a contributor to the group. It's important to develop yourself so that you are a worthwhile and worthy member. In my case, it's "have something to say." Prove yourself worthy.
Challenge
Do something difficult. Stretch yourself. "We choose to do these things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard."
Insight, Learning and Discovery
Think. And learn. And make discoveries. And be curious about the world around you.
Forgiveness
Your adversaries are your friends.

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