I recently received a request to share the text from our scarf\u2014the one where I gathered the little “rules” that have become my everyday motto.<\/p>\n
As I searched for it, I found myself reading it over a few times. And I thought…<\/p>\n
These simple reminders are far too important to forget. In fact, they’re worth repeating from time to time\u2014even if only quietly to ourselves.<\/p>\n
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\nIf you’re angry, count to ten. If that doesn’t help, count to twenty.<\/p>\n
When your emotions start to boil over, don’t slam the door. Tomorrow, you might be the one who needs to open it again.<\/p>\n
Don’t give up. Whenever life feels difficult, remember: there is no such thing as “I can’t.” Sometimes, there’s only “I must.”<\/p>\n
Feeling sad? Always remember: this too shall pass.<\/p>\n
Don’t lose control. We are responsible for our own words and actions, no matter what kind of day we’re having.<\/p>\n
Never hold back a kind word. If you think something is beautiful, if someone has done something well\u2014say it. Unspoken kindness never changes anyone’s day, but spoken kindness can work wonders.<\/p>\n
Take action. The only road from wanting to having is doing.<\/p>\n
Be happy\u2014on your own terms. Don’t wait for someone else to make you happy.<\/p>\n
You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first, so you’ll have something to give to others.<\/p>\n
But give yourself wisely.<\/p>\n
And always remember: if you give all of yourself to everyone, what will be left for those who deserve your love the most?<\/p>\n
Don’t spend your life getting ready to live tomorrow.<\/p>\n
Live today.<\/p>\n
***<\/p>\n
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