"Notes" of An Elder

Nothing in life is of any value unless it is shared with others.

"Notes" of An Elder is a depository of pertinent information, knowledge and wisdom. Available weekly will be an elder's "thinking menu" for your use. Enjoy this bounty.

• The greatest obstacle to success may be success.

• The world has too many unhappy people. Let's reduce unhappiness with random acts of kindness.

• One of the best feelings in the world is knowing your presence means something to someone.

• Defensiveness is the enemy of good listening.

• It's easier to make decisions for others than for yourself.

• Hope is the desire that life can and will be better.

• "Thinking is the hardest work there is, which is probably the reason so few engage in it." — Henry Ford

Listen For…

• Truth

• Facts

• Opinion

• Bias

• Lies

• Trust is the currency of leadership. It is rooted in the very essence of why people follow other people.

• Meet your future at the intersection of innovation and need.

• Failure is the world's greatest teacher.

• Don't try to control people. Learn to serve them.

• Stay humble even if you're sure you're right.

• Being a listener is just as important as being a good speaker.

• Make others feel seen, heard, and valued.

Magic Question

Will the change in your life happen to you or because of you?

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