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Memories…

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What is your first memory? 
 
Mine is trying to use the toilet for the first time on my own and falling in butt first! My dad found me and instead of helping me out, he stood there laughing.  It is a moment in my life that brings a smile to my face when I think of it.
 
But, what if we could all be like Dory, from ‘Finding Nemo’.  No memory at all meaning we would never have any recollection of what’s gone on before.
 
The problem with that would of course be that all the good memories would also be erased forever, you know those memories that can enter your mind when you’re walking down the street and everyone that passes you wonders what on earth you are smiling about.
 
So what affects us most?  It is the memory of something good, bad, upsetting or even naughty!!
 
I have no complaints about some of those memories but I do think about some of them, especially those which can affect the way that determines how we live our lives in the present and future.
 
Sure, we can all move on and try to build a life worth living but our history has a massive impact on us and is the basis for the decisions we make.  That history may not be in our thoughts when deciding on things, but it is in our subconscious.
 
Respect to everyone who has been through something and has endeavoured to move on with their lives in a positive way.  Shame on those who were responsible for making you fight for it!
 
Give someone a memory that they don’t want to forget, give someone a memory that will bring a smile to their face, give someone a memory that will come into their mind when they need it the most.

Hurtful actions and words equally have the same impact on a person. Protect children from them and you will have saved them from a mind that is sometimes unbearable to live with.
 
The greatest gift you can give anyone is a happy thought.
© Michelle Sotiriou 2012
 
 
 
 
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It’s my life…

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Ever wonder why people feel the need to stop something from happening to you?  I’m not talking about saving you from a possible accident or a crazy shopper who nearly knocks you over for that last bunch of bananas!  I’m talking about people who think they know best when it comes to what’s good or bad for you.  Do they know best?  Should they interfere? What gives them the right to perhaps alter your life’s path? 
 
If they sense potential danger, then that’s one thing.  A true friend will always have your back and will want to protect you.  A family that cares will do the same.
 
You’re probably thinking our destiny is up to us and we attract the people that want to hurt us.  I personally think that’s a cop out, people that do you wrong get away with it and you take the blame….I don’t think so.
One of the main reasons for people getting in ‘your’ way is envy.  Yes, that ugly green eyed monster who will stop at nothing to stop you.  I have seen healers, gurus, fortune teller’s you name it over the years and each one has mentioned the green eyed monster and have told me to be wary. Great!  How do you deal with other people’s insecurities?  The honest answer is you can’t.  Just rise above it and carry on, be yourself and never change.
 
So please, if you are not happy with your lot do something to change it instead of focusing your energy on what someone else has or could potentially have. This energy is so negative and will make it much harder for you to live the life you want.
 
So live! Make mistakes! How can we say we’ve lived if we haven’t made the odd mistake or two?  The trick is not to make that same mistake twice.  Every situation is a lesson and if you didn’t learn the first time then you’ll be a pupil forever and never a teacher.
© Michelle Sotiriou 2011
 
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Tell me a word, any word and I will show you the root of that word is ‘Greek’

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Monogamy (monos + gamos) meaning one + marriage.  A form of marriage in which an individual has only one spouse at any one time.
 
 In current usage monogamy often refers to having one sexual partner irrespective of marriage or reproduction. The term is applied also to the social behaviour of some animals, referring to the state of having only one mate at any one time. 
 
Marriage also means the coming together or union of two things/people….so don’t worry you don’t have to propose to anyone! 🙂
© Michelle Sotiriou 2011

 

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Speak now or forever hold your peace…

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I like technology, I mean, how else would I be able to communicate with you guys? 

E-mail, texts, posts, tweets the list goes on what a great way to network and keep in touch with people from all over the globe!

The problem?  Yes, there is one….people avoid conversations and truth.

 E-mailing when you’re feeling emotional, angry or stressed can come out in what you’re writing.  I go over and over my e-mails before I send them out especially when they are work related…words are powerful and they can mean many things from one person to another. I now have my e-mailing skills down…it took time but I got there.

We all talk each day about ‘stuff’. We laugh together, talk about our problems and everyone else’s.  But how many of us use our phones and laptops to tell someone the one thing they don’t want to hear?

It’s a cop out for so many, maybe they don’t want to upset that person and don’t message at all in the hope that they will forget (wishful thinking), maybe they do message because it’s easier or maybe they lack courage?

How many of you get a text and you read it over and over wondering what it means? You look at the words, the smiley face, the ‘X’ and the word ’babe’ missing at the end of the text and you still don’t get it? What a waste of your time, energy and thoughts!  I speak to so many who say “Michelle, look at this text, what does it mean”. 

I’m no expert I can try to read between the lines but no one should have to…so speak people be brave it will make your lives so much easier if that’s what you want?…You know who you are. X 


© Michelle Sotiriou 2011