Some great, simple reminders for ALL of us. Be HAPPY! (Thanks, BethAnn!)
In the past 8 years I have been enjoying a steady and sucsessful real estate career. I have had all kinds of buyers and sellers, closers and lenders.
I have worked with some really stressed out people, and I must say, those crab apples are missing out!
I enjoy the journey, not just the rewards. I get involved in a fair amount of messy details in people's lives which could be an opportunity to be crabby.
I make a conscious effort to be fun to work with. Now what does this mean?
Take it easy. Get your ego out of the way. Don't get your panties in a bundle. Shine it on. Let go and let God.
Stop trying to be the general manager of the universe. Respond instead of reacting. Never lose your sense of humor. Listen. Be affirming and empathic. Be gracious and kind. Be truthful without being rude.
Laugh out Loud. Realize the only person you have control over is yourself. Walk a mile in someones shoes.
Don't assume things. Accept the limitations of the day. Get your beauty sleep. Practice the golden rule.
Don't be stingy. Don't take things personally. Gratitude goes a long way. Attitudes are chosen, if you are fun to work with, you will use less mental and physical energy, and preserve more for yourself and your family.
Life is short. Lighten up, and have some FUN! Yes, even while working. I love what I do, and it shows. :)
*Don't worry, Be HAPPY!*
BethAn Long- Tomlison South Inc. www.BethAnnHomes.com
Peggy
Lies is short. Often people run their whole life looking for happiness when it was there. People get too tense these days.
I choose to be happy every day without fail. I usually can remain that way throught out the day. But at 5pm I do walk away from it all and enjoy the rest of the evening. Truly life is too short.
Tom -- I could not agree with you more about people being too tense these days. I don't remember my parents/grandparents being so wound up when we were kids. Just a lot of laughter and gratitude.
Joyce -- I, too, try to be and stay happy each day. Sure is a challenge sometimes, but the more you practice the easier it gets! :)
A very wise man once told me....love what you do and the money will follow. I have tried to live my life that way.
Doreen -- That is SO true. I learned the hard way that going to work should be fun, not something you dread every day. Tough lesson but one of the most worthwhile.
Good re-blog Peggy! I look for things to find humour in, and laughter is healing medicine!