* REFLECTIONS 02-02-13

The mind is like a parachute - 

it works best when it is open. 

How quickly we make assumptions, 

jump to conclusions 

and close our mind. 

How easily we form 

and hold fast to our opinions 

and then close our mind. 

How fast do we make a judgement, 

slap on a label 

and then close our mind. 

A closed mind 

never knows the delight 

of playing with possibilities, 

being enlightened by others 

point of view 

or enjoying the diversity 

of human life. 

An open and understanding mind 

never assumes, 

doesn't jump to conclusions 

and won't hold fast 

to any opinion. 

Perhaps it is no wonder 

a closed mind 

is not 

a very relaxed mind.

"Grief is like the ocean; 

it comes on waves 
ebbing  and flowing. 

Sometimes the water is calm, 

and  sometimes it is overwhelming.
All we can do is  learn to swim."

(Vicki Harrison)

"I've learned that people will forget

what you said, 

people will forget what you did, 

BUT 

people will never forget

 how you

made them feel."

-Maya Angelou

To accomplish great things,

we must not only act,

 but also dream;

not only plan, 

but also believe.

-     Anatole France

"Compliments are the helium 

that fills everyone’s balloon; 

they elevate the person receiving them
so he can fly 

over life’s troubles 

and land safely 

on the other side."

 -Bernie S. Siegel M.D.; Author

Remember, 

if you fill a moment with resentment, 

nothing of value will come of it. 

If you hurry through the moment, 

anxious about what is next, 

you'll leave behind the opportunity 

you could have had 

to make a difference.

~ Unknown

It has been proven that all need physical contact

to feel good,

and one of the most important forms 

of physical contact is the hug.

When we touched and hugged,

we bring life to our senses 

and reaffirm confidence 

in our own feelings.

Sometimes 

we do not find adequate words 

to express what we feel, 

the hug is the best way.

There are times 

that we do not dare say what we feel,

either through shyness 

or because feelings afflict us;

these cases one can rely 

on the language of hugs.

Hugs...

it makes us feel good, 

 relieves the pain,

depression and anxiety.

Trigger positive physiological changes 

in who plays and who is played.

Increases desire to live the sick.

It is important to know that: 

Hugs are needed for development,

stay healthy and to grow as a person.

What gives us a hug?

Protection,..

 Feeling protected is important for everyone, 

but it's more for children and older

which often depend on 

the love of those around them.

Security...

 all need to feel safe.

If we can not,

 we operate inefficiently 

and our interpersonal relationships decline.

Trust...

 Trust takes us forward when

Fear is imposed on our desire 

to participate with enthusiasm 

in some challenges in life.

Strength...

 When we transfer our energy with a hug,

our own forces increase.

Health...

 Physical contact and share a hug 

vital energy capable of remedy 

or alleviate illnesses.

Self-recovery...

 Embrace can convey a message 

of recognition of the value 

and excellence of each individual.

Hug your friend;

Hug your loved ones;

Hug your children;

Hug your pet ...

Hugs to all!

 - BARBEQUE RIBS -

 - HALABOS NA HIPON -

 - TAPSILOG -

- ALIMASAG -