"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.

• Happiness isn't a simple concept. Each of us needs to define it individually for ourselves.

• Purpose is not lived tomorrow. It is created today. 

• All success is simply relative to someone else, usually those around you.

• "When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be." ― Lao Tzu

• No one is impressed with your possessions as much as you are.

• My candle is always light.

• You will only know what the future lies when you get there.

• Be nice to people for no reason.

The Inner Self

• Recognize It

• Respect It

• Treasure It

• Live It

• The real test of an idea isn't whether it's true but whether it's useful.

• Never take advantage of how good someone is to you.

• Coaches are judged on wins and losses. Leaders are judged by lives changed.

• Don't get too comfortable with your opinions. They are just opinions, not facts.

• Forgiving those who have hurt us is one of the bravest and most powerful acts of self-love.

• Your character is more important than your credentials.

• Stand up for yourself, never tolerate disrespect.

• Successful people are measured by the lives they've improved.

Magic Question

What kind of ancestor will you be?

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