Disable the inner critic with a Positive Inventory

Get Jazzed & Joyful Thought:

As 2011 winds down we are apt to think of all the things left unfulfilled, unaccomplished or unattained. Then the inner critic grabs hold and uses these things to berate, belittle or bewilder ourselves.

An effective way to disable the critic is to spend the last few days of 2011 and take a Positive Inventory of ourselves. Focus on the things fulfilled, accomplished and attained and use these things, however small they may seem, as building blocks for the New Year.

Then make the decision to continue to build upon those with firm conviction and commitment.
The right use of Self Power is ACTION.

Affirm:
Today I take a Positive Inventory of myself so that I may take Positive Action for Positive Change for the New Year!

Have a Positive Focus Friday!
Mary Ellen Pierce
Motivating YOU with Positive Power!
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Optimism or Pessimism you can Lead the way!

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I saw a wonderful commercial again today that is the perfect example for Optimism and I am so glad that it is geared towards young people because I have tweens and teen grandchildren that need to see more examples of what optimism and a positive attitude can do.

A 12 year old boy goes to a ball field to practice his batting. Before he tosses the ball in the air he says "I am the best hitter ever!" and he swings and misses and says "Strike one"
Before he tosses the ball in the air he says "I am the best hitter ever!" and he swings and misses and says "Strike two"
Before he tosses the ball in the air he says "I am the best hitter in the world!" and he swings and misses and says "Strike three"
He looks very disappointed and then suddenly he gets a huge smile on his face and says "WOW! I am the best Pitcher in the world!"

So today remember that your consistent Optimism or Pessimism is setting an example for the next generation to follow.

Affirm:
     Today I set the example for "I am the most Positive Person ever!"

Have an Optimistic Monday!
Mary Ellen
Motivating YOU with Positive Power!
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Think your best thoughts today

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Did you know that two thoughts cannot occupy the same space at the same time? It's True!
Did you know that what you are thinking triggers how you are feeling? It's True!

So the Truth is:
You can't think negative thoughts at the same time you're thinking positive thoughts.
You can't be depressed while thinking happy, positive thoughts.
You can't be discouraged while thinking positive hopeful thoughts.
You can't be fearful while thinking confident, Yes I Can! thoughts.
You can't be miserable while thinking gratitude thoughts.
You can't be stressed out while thinking positively calm and serene thoughts.

So Today, realize that if you want to feel better, happier, calmer all you have to do is choose to think better, happier, calmer thoughts!

Affirm:
     Today I THINK my best thoughts so I FEEL my best!

Have a Thoughtful Tuesday!
Mary Ellen
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Start an Epidemic

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Smiles and Positive attitudes are contagious. So are frowns and Negative attitudes.
Ask yourself is your attitude worth catching?

Affirm:
     Today I start an epidemic of Positivity!

Have a wonderfully contagious Wednesday!
Mary Ellen
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What if ....

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Sometimes we find ourselves stuck in the "what ifs". Just for today see what happens when you focus on having gratitude and appreciation for "what is" working in your life. If you can't let go of the "what if" negatives then at least say a "what if" positive to balance it out. After all a what if positive has just as much chance of happening as the what if negative.

Affirm:
     Today I ask myself, "What if I stay positive, think positive thoughts and feel positively great?"

Have a great Monday finding out the answer-
Mary Ellen
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Thoughts of Power & Intention

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Thoughts are statements of power and intention that get sent out to the Universe to match up with like powered intentions. Once matched up they are multiplied and drawn back to you.

I feel good and I am going to have a great day!
OR
I feel crappy and today is going to be a loooooong day!

Which one would you want multiplied and drawn back to you?

Affirm:
     Today I am Positive and Powerful and my day reflects that!

Have a Thoughts of Power Tuesday!
Mary Ellen
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Weekend Checklist

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Position yourself for a Great Weekend! Let's go through the checklist:

*Positive Frame of Mind                   Check!
*Connecting with others                   Check!
*Positive Feelings                             Check!
*A Sense of Adventure                      Check!
*Positive Actions                              Check!
*An Attitude of Gratitude                 Check!
*Random Acts of Kindness                 Check!
*Taking Time for Myself                    Check!
*Laughing & Enjoying the Day           Check!

Okay you're all set to be Positively You and Enjoy A Fabulous Weekend!

Affirm:
    I set myself up each day for a Great Weekend!

Have a Positively Enjoyable Weekend!
Mary Ellen
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Attitudes are Contagious

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Smiles and Positive attitudes are contagious. So are frowns and Negative attitudes.

Ask yourself is your attitude worth catching?

Affirm:
    Today I start an epidemic of Positivity!

Have a wonderfully contagious Wednesday!
Mary Ellen
Get Jazzed & Joyful About You, Every Day, in Every way!
Believe in Yourself, Anything is Possible!

Go 24 hrs. without complaining

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Can you go 24 hours without complaining about anything? Find out - Today challenge yourself to see if you can go a whole day without being negative or complaining about anyone or anything. Instead see if you can say something positive, productive, find a solution, pay a compliment, find a gratitude, point out something good that you noticed, something humorous; look for the good in everything and everyone today.
You will be amazed at the results. Encourage your coworkers, family, and friends to join you in this challenge. The only rule is when you catch yourself being negative or complaining - STOP! and re-frame it with something positive.
Have fun with this and don't use this exercise to beat yourself up - remember even in your own head the challenge is to stop complaining or being negative. Go for it!

Affirm:
    I challenge myself to go 24 hours complaint free! I can do it!

Have a gentle discovery Friday!
Mary Ellen
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Be Motivational and Inspirational

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Today instead of trying to do everything yourself, delegate. And delegate with enthusiasm and inspiration. Truly motivating others is the difference between saying "here do this" and "I know you are the right person to get this job done."
So today find out how motivating you can be by inspiring others, whether at work or at home with words of encouragement, support and by accentuating the positive.

Affirm:
    Today I pay attention to the way I communicate motivation and inspiration to others.

Have a Motivational and Inspirational Tuesday!
Mary Ellen
Get Jazzed & Joyful About You, Every Day in Every Way!
Believe in Yourself, Anything is Possible!

You are in charge of your thoughts

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Today keep in mind that You are in charge of your own happiness and success. So if you experience some turbulence in your day today remember you have the equalizer:
    You are only a positive thought away from peace and serenity.

Affirm:
    Today I am responsible for My choices. I choose to be a Positive and Powerful Thinker.

Have a You are in charge Thursday!
Mary Ellen
Get Jazzed & Joyful About You, Every Day in Every Way!
Believe in Yourself, Anything is Possible!

Set an Example of Optimism

Get Jazzed & Joyful Thought:

I saw a wonderful commercial again today that is the perfect example for Optimism and I am so glad that it is geared towards young children because I have a 13 year old grandson that needs to see more examples of what optimism and a positive attitude can do.

A 12 year old boy goes to a ball field to practice his batting. Before he tosses the ball in the air he says "I am the best hitter ever!" and he swings and misses and says "Strike one"
Before he tosses the ball in the air he says "I am the best hitter ever!" and he swings and misses and says "Strike two"
Before he tosses the ball in the air he says "I am the best hitter in the world!" and he swings and misses and says "Strike three"
He looks very disappointed and then suddenly he gets a huge smile on his face and says "WOW! I am the best Pitcher in the world!"

So today remember that your consistent Optimism or Pessimism is setting an example for the next generation to follow.

Affirm:
    Today I set the example for "I am the most Positive Person ever!"

Have an Optimistic Friday!
Mary Ellen
Get Jazzed & Joyful About You, Every Day in Every Way!
Believe in Yourself, Anything is Possible!