"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.

• Your character matters most when no one is looking.

• Your reputation can be your best friend or worst enemy.

• When you look in the mirror every morning, are you happy with what you see?

• Every time you close your eyes to immorality or injustice, you're condoning it.

• The smartphone is the biggest productivity killer of all time.

• “You can't let other people set your agenda in life.” ― Warren Buffet

Gratitude

What were my three greatest wins today?

• Everyone has an opinion on how to improve the world. However, no one wants to practice kindness in their own backyard.

• Kindness is not something that demands hard work. It originates from the simple act of doing no harm to others.

• Few things in life have an impact on people that money does.

• Done is better than perfect.

• People can't make you do things without your permission.

• No matter how many mistakes you make, how slow your progress, you are still ahead of everyone who is not trying.

Magic Question

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