IF YOU ESCAPED FROM THE LION'S DEN, WHY GO BACK FOR YOUR HAT?

By Vernalee

The African Proverb - If you escaped from the lion's den, why go back for your hat

has a thought provoking meaning. Think about it!. “In the pursuit of our dreams, we must make conscious efforts not to allow petty things to distract or derail us from the path of success. We must understand that some things are simply irreplaceable. A hat can be replaced but life cannot. Don't confuse a brave act with a brainless act. If you have managed to overcome a big challenge, why chase after little things that will lead you back to that dangerous path? Life does not always give us second chances. That's why we must optimize the chances that we get” as we exercise good judgment; minimize risks; maximize opportunities! A hint to the wise is very simple - Don’t go back if you successfully got out!

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DON'T LET YESTERDAY USE TOO MUCH OF TODAY

By Vernalee

Yesterday is gone. You cannot get it back no matter how hard you try. Learn from your past. Take the good with the bad. Don't dwell on yesterday. Keep moving; keep growing. Live in the moment. Maximize the time that you have today. Put it to good use. Make the best of it. Don't become a "Wish I had done it person." Do it. Dream, Live, Laugh, Love, Enjoy!

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WALK A MILE IN MY MOCASSINS

By Vernalee

The admonition to walk a mile in someone else’s shoes means before judging someone, you must understand his/her experiences, challenges, thought processes, etc. The full idiom is: Before you judge a man, walk a mile in his shoes. In effect, it is a reminder to practice empathy. This plea for empathy is to put yourself in his or her shoes.

Truly, it is only then that you will understand their situation. Stop judging. Start understanding. See life from their perspective. Have compassion. It will make you a better person … every step of the way!

On a different note ...

Last but not least, we celebrate our Veterans today! Happy Veterans Day! Thank you for your service!

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