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People will see how great of a resource you are, and use you all up if you let them... don't. "No" is one of the first words most children learn. Only two letters but it sets limits, reminds them of their boundaries, puts pause to their actions and redirects their train of thought. Do not miss the value in the word no. Commit to checking your calendar, your priorities, and your schedule first. Re-learn how to say no when you need to, and be okay with it. You may be able and willing to help others, but you also need to know the difference between being helpful and being used. While your job on this planet is to spread love, joy, and share your gifts, you also keep balance within yourself and be in the business of protecting your own well as well. Have a Wonderful New Year Keys!!! ~Follow  www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey , like  www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey  for a daily dose of inspiration and positivity.

The key to any strong relationship is the ability to experience and then cultivate trust, growth, perseverance, and healing by way of love. The method by which you are meant to grow from those experiences is through the existence of all of your relationships particularly the relationship you have with your partner. While all of your relationships have the potential to lift you to a greater understanding of yourself and bring the relationship itself to a greater, higher place, the relationship with your partner is where you will do the most work on yourself and the relationship as a whole. Understand that you and your partner are strong as individuals, but know you can trust and rely on each other when needed. The goal is to become stronger as a unit and you will; if you are committed to each other, you can make it through anything together. Know that. As part of a unit that may be new, fragile, or damaged, as long as everyone is committed you have already made your first step into grea...

With the hustle and bustle and all that is required of you to simply manage all of the moving parts in your life, it is easy to get swept up in the monotony of work, family, friends, bills, and other obligations with few moments to spare in between. If only there were more hours in every day that one could be still enough to really appreciate how wonderful life truly is? Sure, nothing is perfect, and there is plenty more to be done in regards to your career, relationship, fitness, and overall well-being, but a few extra moments stolen with no other purpose than a reflection in gratitude of the wonderful life you live could not hurt. In fact, it would only add to the beauty of it all and likely multiply in response to your acknowledgement. Your smallest and greatest accomplishments deserve a shiny, new coat of wax from time to time. Your joy and appreciation is magnified just by your attention to its detail, and you will find that your blessings always outweigh your trials. Take a few m...

Despite what disappointments, hurdles, or difficulties you may be facing, find respite in knowing: your continued contribution to the world with your gifts, positive mindset and attitude, commitment to give more than you take, as well as your gratitude and understanding that every closed door, opportunity, and even delays are blessings in their own right all contributing to the fruition of your best circumstance. No matter what is going on in your life there is always one place where peace is overflowing- in your heart. You just have to welcome it in.  ~Follow  www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey  & like  www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey  for a daily dose of inspiration and positivity.

Now more than ever it is becoming harder to make time for stillness. The truth is, there is always something else to do or someone else that needs you. In the hustle and bustle of it all, there is little time for reflection if you do not commit to making it a priority. Sure, you can postpone duties for tomorrow but people are another story. Not only do you have to teach people how to treat you, but you have to learn for yourself first. Whether it is first thing in the morning or the last moments of the night, make time for you. Do so whenever you can, and set yourself up for success when you do. Start by turning your ringer off or keeping it off until you have had your alone time. Put you on your to-do list. When beginning such a practice there may be unexpected emotions like self-punishment and guilt. You may even feel as if you are letting people down being unavailable. What you will find is that usually there is no problem at all but a matter of convenience for them. On the other ha...

The greatest misconception of life is the constant measurement and pursuit of happiness. Happiness is not something you find somewhere hidden under a rock or at an undisclosed location. Happiness is in fact much closer than you think. You can only find it inside yourself. If you want happiness you must begin to accept, love, forgive, and cultivate an appreciation of you. Acknowledge that you are gifted, figure out what those gifts are, and put them to use; live your life on purpose and develop your practice of gratitude. You can only truly experience happiness with an grateful heart and vice versa. Recognize the depth and full experience of all that fills your heart with love, appreciation, compassion, acceptance, and peace. There is where you will find happiness and authentic joy. ~Follow  www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey  & like www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey for a daily dose of inspiration and positivity.

Do something today that will make you smile, make you laugh, make you proud, or bring your dreams closer to fruition. With the right attitude, persistence, and focus you can do any and everything you ever hoped to. Do it for you. All you have to do is simply believe in you. Be positively driven in the direction of your dreams and watch them show up in your life. ~For a dose of positivity every day, follow www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey & like the www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey now on facebook too!

What if everyone decided to work toward being more appreciative of the things and people we have in our lives? What would happen to the relationship that was broken if both parties forced themselves to recall the ways their partner has been a blessing to their life? What if you took a moment to recollect on the many kind words, gifts just because, and thoughtful acts your partner has done for you? Get reacquainted with the part of you that was overflowing with waves of appreciation in the beginning.  In no way could having more gratitude, being more aware of its necessity in the moment, and expressing it by word or action could have a negative affect on any outcome. If anything it would enhance, uplift, and intensify your personal joy and experience with each other. Having more gratitude and making the conscious decision to be more aware and sensitive to what is deserving of it can only improve your relationship. The more grateful you are for even the smallest blessings, the greate...

Every day, add more gratitude to stir up more joy in your life, and remember that every intention you put behind your thoughts will show up. Start looking for the many things in your life to be grateful for and you will find them. Commit to seeing what it is you want more of in your life and consciously appreciating what you already have. Practice gratitude and find an infinite number of things to appreciate. They will begin to multiply and outweigh any negativity or adversity in your life. If you want more joy bring it with you wherever you go. When you express gratitude things, acts, and people to be grateful for will emerge that outwardly make you happy, but ultimately you are only as happy as you can make up in your mind to be; in the midst of that happiness you will find joy. ~For a dose of positivity every day, follow www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey & like the https://www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey  -now on facebook too!

Many people may never truly live up to their potential because of fear and insecurity. The uncertainty of the future is almost always a familiar culprit, but at the end of the day, your passion, your drive, your commitment, and ambition can bring all of your dreams into fruition. While it may take time and experiences, some of which may even be failures, you will find find your truest desire, your passion revealed. Welcome clarity into your life and chase your dream. Once you know what you want, do your research, take the necessary steps in that direction, and know that your success or failure is completely up to you. See yourself in the mix of it, make a plan of how you intend to make time for it, and be prepared to rage against anything your fears will create that can lead you away from your dream. No matter what your dreams may be, big or small, if you have the will, you will find the way. Be persistent, be prepared, and be determined. Know your gifts, follow your passion, and ...

The greatest gift you can give to yourself is to make the commitment to be happy, positive, and as kind as you can be all the days of your life. Happiness is the present state of balance as a result of the repeated expression of joy and gratitude; that comes from keeping a positive attitude. The kinder you are the more joy you welcome into your life. Like a nosey neighbor, it will show up every time particularly when you least expect it, but need it most. Show compassion, smile often, laugh your way through life and embrace even the smallest blessings with a grateful heart. It is too short to live it any other way. Take a deep breath and relax. Remember, all you can do is do your very best. ~Stop by www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey & www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey for daily positive posts!

Take charge. Go after what you want, and be constantly in pursuit of your dreams. Even if given all of your other obligations you can only afford to give thirty minutes or an hour every other day- commit to it. Go after your dreams as best you can with the time you have been given. Invest in your joy, in your happiness, and in yourself.  Find time, energy, and focus to do what you love. Press against whatever keeps you from it. Everything that rules us mentally and emotionally consists of intangible things. Whether it is love, trust, faith, hope, joy, courage, or fear we are ruled by any one of these things from one moment to the next. Today, let love, courage, joy, and faith find speak the loudest, and go after your dreams. ~Follow  www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey  & www.twitter.com/_TheAnswerKey  -Now on facebook and twitter too!

There is nothing better than being on the receiving end of love. Thus, if you make it a priority to express that gift as often as you can, share it with strangers and those you love, give it away whenever you get the chance, you will be happy. There are few that can attest to anything less than that. If you are loving without condition, giving without expectation of a return, pursuing your passion, fulfilling your purpose, and grateful for what and who you have in your life verses what is missing; you will without a doubt be happy. Happiness is simply the result of the expression of one who possesses abundant love and gratitude. For daily positive posts visit www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey! Add caption

No one stays in your life purely overtaken by your awesomeness, specifically, your significant other. They volunteer to be at your side through the good, the bad, the ugly, and unforseen, no matter what. Thus, such a relationship should consist of the constant reciprocation of consideration, encouragement, and appreciation of each other. Be conscious of the fact that both of you are choosing each other, choosing to work together, accepting your flaws, forgiving your errors, and loving each other for another year, day, hour, or minute. When you are in love you must understand that it should not be merely based on how it makes you feel; the way it fills you up with satisfaction, picks you up when you are down, and takes care of you when you need it most. Your relationship should be anchored in your love of the total sum of the other person and your concern for them and their happiness being as great as your duty and commitment to your own. Love is a beautiful thing, and for it to be ...

All you can do is your best. In each moment, choose to be positively present, strive for what you want, and focus on the brilliance of the sun or the rainbow after your storm. Follow your heart, bring your mind with you, and live every day as brilliantly as you can. Every day simply be your best you. Stop by and like http://facebook.com/TheAnswerKey too for daily inspirational posts.

When you focus your body, energy, intentions, and mind on being positive, there will be less room for anything else. Refuse to allow the negativity to enter into your space. Become less open and more uncomfortable with sharing your space with things and people who do not serve you or your purpose in the best way. Every hill has its valley and every valley has its hill. Make your position, your perspective, your presence the best representation of what you want to gain and give to and from your world and the people in it. Make the most of every new opportunity to be present and add something positive to the space. Stay strong, be careful, and if nothing else, remember that Gratitude is always the Best Attitude! ~Make sure you check out  www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey  for daily positive posts!

You are a blessing, you are beautiful, and you are awesome! Know that your gifts and abilities are a benefit to everyone around you. Only allow those that understand what a great asset you are to have in their lives make their way into your circle. Know that it is a courtesy and a mutual choice to share your space and positivity. Be grateful for those that share your understanding of a healthy relationship and never take what they add to your life for granted. Embrace the joy that living a positive life brings, multiply it amongst those you love, and spread it around. ~Make sure you check out www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey for daily positive posts! Have a Super-Great Weekend!!!

Nobody is perfect, but some people have taken imperfection to a whole 'nother level. You see them running around all the time, literally, grabbing a double dose of bitter-envy-petty-jelly-haterade every day. Be conscious of your interactions with said people. Negative-Nancy may sneak up on you and rub off. Bitter-Bessy may even attack you, Accusation-Amy may blame you, and Sassy-Stacey could try your patience. Take your time when dealing with the negative people and limit their time in your space. Be carefully mindful with your words so that you can communicate in the most effective and productive way with them. Get your point across without the anger and venom they are prone to spew. Know that people will always have an opinion about you especially when they are not working on themselves. Do not take it personally. They, like you are entitled to their opinion, but remember that you do not have to accept or own it. Sometimes snakes know the right button to push to bring you out of ...

The only thing standing between you and your happiness is your state of mind. Change your perspective and change your life. Only you can control whether you live a life of joy or misery. Decide today: Choose to BE HAPPY and happiness will find you!  Check out http://www. facebook.com/TheAnswerKey   for more positive posts. Join-Share-Enjoy!  (Pic courtesy of Author Greg Braden)

Every day is worth your best effort. Set your intentions on what you want for your life, for your day, and in the moment. Do your work, but also make time to have fun and enjoy the goodness and blessings life offers you every day. Under any and every circumstance decide to be happy and know that you are blessed. Enjoy your weekend & check out www.facebook.com/TheAnswerKey now on fb too!