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Counselors Explain How to Teach Your Child to Be Kind

December 1, 2020 by Power of Positivity

When your children grow up, what are the most important traits you hope you’ve instilled in them? School teachers will often review a list of your children’s strengths and weaknesses at parent-teacher conferences. One of the many attributes you hope to hear is that your kids are kind.

Unfortunately, parents don’t get a “how-to manual” when their children are born. How do you teach your little one’s virtues like how to be kind, patient, or loyal? Are these qualities innate in children, or must parents plant a seed and cultivate them?

Teaching Begins at the Cradle

If you want to teach your children how to be kind and loving, you must start from birth. It may be hard to believe, but even babies learn lessons about positive and negative behavior. It’s at this age when they are most impressionable.

It’s an enormous responsibility to be your children’s primary teacher of morality and character. However, even parents can only go so far. Your children will grow up and be responsible for using the lessons you taught them at some point.

Every parent wants their children to grow up to be good people. However, kids are still individuals with their own will, and mistakes will happen. Just because your children make the occasional poor decision doesn’t mean you’re a failure as a parent.

Teaching morality is a learning curve for parents and children. One method of teaching won’t work for every child. The important thing is to be consistent and let your actions be congruent with your words.

We live in a society that’s not always stable. However, solid morals and character never go out of style. Here are some ways you can teach your children how to be kind.

• Be a Good Example

Have you ever heard the old saying that you must practice what you preach? The best way to teach your kids how to be kind is to be their example. Babies learn about the world around them by watching their parents.

When you’re tempted to fly off the handle, remember that little eyes are watching you. If they see their parents being hateful and vindictive, they’ll assume it’s the right way to act. An unkind parent can hardly expect to raise children who are thoughtful and kind.

Let your children see your kindness in word and deed. As their first role models, they will mirror you and will learn how to be kind. They will imitate your actions long before they understand your explanations.

• Good Manners Cultivate Kindness

No matter what you hear, many young people say, politeness is always in vogue. Physical attraction may get someone’s attention, but it’s the kind heart that keeps it. As a parent, you’ll never regret teaching your kids good manners and how to treat others.

Again, you are their role model, and proper manners begin in the home. You can’t expect your children to say “please” and “thank you” if you don’t do it yourself. When people see children, who are respectful and have good manners, it will always reflect well on you.

Be consistent with manners in your home and teach the basics of “please,” “thank you,” and “you’re welcome.” You may need to offer gentle reminders when your kids forget. When little ones say kind words, praise them, so it becomes a habit.

• Catch Them in Good Behavior

Kids will be kids, and you’ll always catch them doing something they shouldn’t. It’s part of learning and growing. When you notice your children doing something wrong, you call attention to it and correct the actions.

Conversely, it would help if you also tried to catch your children displaying good behavior. As you teach them how to share, wait their turn, and be kind, you’ll have many opportunities. When you see your children acting appropriately, let them know that you noticed it.

Children crave approval from their parents. When you praise your children for good behavior, they are more apt to repeat their actions. Be sure that you acknowledge good behavior as much or if not more than malicious actions.

• Create “What If” Scenarios

Teaching children morals must be done on a level they can understand. You would explain a moral dilemma differently to a teen than you would a young child. Try to use words that are easy to understand and support them with age-appropriate examples.

One efficient way to teach your children how to be loving and kind is by creating different scenarios. It puts the children in the other person’s shoes, and they learn to be empathetic. For younger children, “what if” scenarios are best to use as soon as you see behavior that needs correcting.

Start your scenarios with “what if” or “how do you think” to get your children to relate. “What if somebody said that to you?” or “How do you think the kitty felt when you pulled her tail?” Your lessons about kindness must be extended to pets and other animals.

Give your children a chance to think about what you ask and see how they respond. If they say something like, “I would feel terrible,” or “I’d be hurt,” you’re on the right track. Once they’ve understood why it’s wrong, ask them what they should have done instead.

• Provide Opportunities to Practice Kindness

Children aren’t born with morals or character. Since practice makes progress, give your kids opportunities to use their lessons about how to be kind. They can show kindness at home as well as in the community.

Talk to your kids about the importance of giving others your time and resources. Do you volunteer in a civic or religious organization? Many of these organizations invite volunteers to bring their age-appropriate children to help. Let your children recognize the uplifting feeling of giving to others who are in need.

• Own Up to Your Mistakes

When children are little, they often view their parents as superheroes who are faultless. As they get older, they will realize that you are a human who has shortcomings and makes mistakes. Never be too big of a person to apologize to your children if you’ve done something wrong or have accidentally hurt their feelings.

You do your children an excellent service when you show them how to own up to mistakes. They were probably listening when you shouted a few choice words at a person who cut you off in traffic. The improper hand gesture didn’t win you any parent of the year award, either.

When kind people do or say something wrong, they apologize and make amends. Don’t teach your children to shift blame to somebody else. When you make a mistake, admit it, and your children will respect you more.

• Who Is Influencing Your Child?

Not only are you an influence on your children, but so is the world around them. Do you notice what they watch on TV, online, or in video games? Kids are profoundly affected by technology and the things they see and hear in the media.

Are their favorite shows and video games fun and uplifting, or are they full of crudeness and violence? Even many of today’s cartoons aren’t fit for children to watch. Plus, too much time on technology limits your children from real social interaction.

Do you know who your children are hanging out with at school? If you notice rude behavior from your children that was usually not there, chances are they have an outside influence. Encourage your kids to be friends with other kids who are kind and respectful.

• Kindness in Storytime

What little children don’t like a good story? Most fairy tales and other classic children’s stories are entertaining and usually teach lessons about morality. They learn from some of their favorite storybook characters that being kind is the right thing to do.

Unfortunately, good doesn’t always triumph over evil immediately in the real world. However, there is great power in love and kindness that help people cope. It starts with learning as a child how to treat other people.

• Practice Kind Conversation

Remember how your parents always told you that if you had nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all? It’s valuable advice when it comes to kind conversation. Avoid engaging in gossip and other unkind topics when your children are listening.

If your children hear you talking unkindly about others, they will assume it’s the normal thing to do. How do your children speak to each other? While it’s a given that siblings will tease each other and have a bit of rivalry, create boundaries for them.

Let your children know that you won’t tolerate hate speech or calling names. Instead, teach them how to get along as peacefully as possible. If they do have the occasional dispute, show them the thoughtful way to work it out.

Final Thoughts About Raising a Kind Child

Your most significant task and reward as a parent is to raise children who know how to be loving and kind. Even in the best families, children often need re-directed to the right path. When they are grown, they’ll remember your lessons to teach to their offspring.

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Cosmic Views for December 2020

December 1, 2020 by Linda Joyce

It’s been a long and difficult challenge maintaining a semblance of life while you adjust to the restriction of the virus. The cosmic views for December 2020 offer hope. We see a glimpse of the beginning of relief. This collective sigh comes with news about making progress in combatting the coronavirus pandemic.

The conjunction of Saturn, Jupiter, and Pluto in Capricorn is broken on the 20^th when Saturn and Jupiter enter Aquarius. Jupiter is the spreader. It represents abundance and expansion, so removing it from the virus (Pluto) may cause it to dissipate. I’ve got my fingers crossed. Jupiter in Aquarius emphasizes independence and strength. The acceptance of our newly elected officials will fall into place. The old controlling forces of Saturn, Pluto, and Jupiter are over, and new energy is in the air. As the fog lifts, we’ll see the damage.

You can’t change the past, so focus on the next step and what you want to create now. The Full Moon on the 30^th at 8 degrees of Cancer focuses on the health of your inner world, not just your physical well-being. Did you get in touch with “you” during these difficult times? Did you see yourself in a new light and adjust the values you’ve ignored. The pandemic has given us a reset in our lives. Uranus, opposite Venus, brings relationships that don’t work to an end. Neptune trine Venus re-ignites a need for love and connecting. It’s easy to forget how important all our relationships are until they’re denied. The Sun trine Mars activates your new vision and goals.

The stronger you feel, the more you’ll use your strength for the right things. As the door opens to the future, remind yourself that miracles are possible if you have faith. Take a risk for yourself, and you’ll discover something new about yourself. And that’s a gift that will keep on giving.

Aries (March 21st – April 20th)

Aries is the center of attention and has been for a few months. Mars, its ruler, is finally direct, and as the anger and frustration of the past begins to rise to the surface, it’s difficult to be calm and in control. Let go of what you can’t change and embrace a new vision of yourself and where you’re going. No one determines who you are except you. Imagine what you want and hold that in your heart.

As Mars prepares to enter Taurus next month, new desires emerge. That feeling of being stuck will disappear, and a new vision of your future is on the horizon. With the Sun trine Mars, you will feel your strength. Remember, others see you as you see yourself. With Saturn and Jupiter leaving your 10th house of career, your goals and how the world sees you will change. There are new demands and responsibilities on your plate. The first step is to prioritize. It will help you move forward. There’s no place for nostalgia now. Just get the job done. Show up and do your best.

With Saturn and Jupiter in your 11th house of friendship after the 20^th, the people you’ve nurtured will be there for you and help you make necessary connections. Neptune trine Venus improves your finances and brings you a new relationship if you’re looking for one. Mercury enters Sagittarius on the 2nd, and the desire to travel emerges. Keep your fingers crossed. As the virus dissipates, travel will reemerge.

If you’re in a relationship, it’s been confusing and chaotic. All the old unresolved issues have emerged to be resolved or not. Truth and reality have never been more important. If you’re single, falling in love is possible; however, there’s no assurance it will last.

Taurus (April 21 – May 20)

The cosmic views of December 2020 challenge Taurus this month, in the form of ego. The planets that rule your sense of importance, the Sun and Mars, are both in houses that hide their magnificence, the 4^th and 12^th. Nothing’s changed except the amount of attention you receive for the good things you do. This forces you to validate yourself and not look for attention from others—a huge step in gaining confidence.

A Taurus doesn’t need to display its desires. Keeping them in your heart makes you the magnet and gives you the power to attract. Desire fuels motivation, and if the Taurus can stay focused and say no to distracting temptations, success is theirs. Desires should never rule; its mission is to point you in the right direction. With Venus in Scorpio, trine Neptune, love, and ideals are high. A Taurus needs love in its life, or it doesn’t feel alive. Just don’t get lost in the fantasy. You need someone you can count on.

Mars square Pluto brings tension, and it serves as a source of motivation. When someone tells you no, you want it more. It’s so important to take responsibility for your part in what goes wrong. If you want your brain to reset and learn from your mistakes, you need to acknowledge them. Jupiter and Saturn enter Aquarius imid-December, activating your house of career. Change is happening at work, and it’s all good. If you can improve what’s not working and make adjustments, then the rewards will come. The Full Moon on December 30^th, in your 3rd house of communication, brings an old issue to the fore. It’s not going away, so deal with it.

If you’re in a relationship, you feel content, despite the changes going on. If you’re single, you desire love, but the challenge is for you to show up. When you’re ready, the universe will meet you halfway.

Cosmic Views for December 2020 for Gemini (May 21^st – June 20^th)

Gemini gets a boost this month when Saturn and Jupiter enter Aquarius and set off all the air signs: Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius. As the energy flows, you become inundated with new ideas. Your curiosity is activated, and the desire to travel or discover something new is strong—Venus, in opposition to Uranus and square Neptune, forces you to alter old ideals. You’re a different person, and you see the world with new eyes. Something has changed. Perhaps you see your goals differently, and some are not so important anymore. Don’t worry about the change. Even ideals need adjustment now and then.

With the Full Moon in Cancer on the 30th, money issues arise.

With the Moon in Gemini, the emphasis of that change is on how you make decisions. Know what you want and stop being afraid to let go. You can’t move forward if you don’t. The focus needs to b on your goals. How do you see yourself a year from now? Keep that in your mind’s eye and let it lead you forward. If you’re out of a job, you will get one soon. If you have one, it will be changing its structure and the way you work. To survive is to adjust to the new reality.

Your spiritual side, or inner needs, will begin to have a voice. It’s time to focus on you and what you have hidden inside. When you connect to what’s in your heart, your motivation increases, and new ideas and paths present themselves.

Uranus opposite Venus changes your work schedule. Let go of control. It’s the only way to advance. The Full Moon on the 30^th in Cancer brings old issues to a head for you to resolve. Get them off your table.

If you’re in a relationship, you see your partner is changing, and it frightens you. It’s just a part of life. It’s a great time to meet new people and even fall in love if you’re single. If you’re ready, it could happen.

Cancer (June 21^st – July 22^nd)

Cancers know how to navigate the inner world of emotions. If you have a forgiving heart, you’ll need to use it now. Don’t let your fear of abandonment make you do things you shouldn’t. It never works out. Being alone is not a terrible thing; it gives you time to get in touch with you.

Saturn enters Aquarius on the 18^th and Jupiter on the 20^th. Together they bring communication and new ideas to your creative mind. Aquarius rules your 8^th house of transformation and other people’s resources, so get ready to make changes in your personal and financial life and pay attention to your talents. This is not a time for caution. It’s a time for a calculated risk. Venus opposite Uranus highlights friendships. Someone special may move away, and someone you hardly know will fill their shoes and help you out. New relationships are a part of the new you. Always see a loss as the universe making room for the new.

Mars Square Pluto and trine the Sun, you can gain a position of power if you can just step forward and take responsibility. Don’t let your shyness keep you silent. This is your time to lead. Believe in yourself; you know you are more capable than everyone around you, so speak up. You were born with special talents, and it’s time to use them. The Full Moon in Cancer on the 30^th brings an issue about yourself to a head. Deal with it because it won’t disappear until you resolve it.

If you’re in a relationship, your partner feels less stressed and more capable of getting on with his or her life. This makes you both happy and upset. You don’t like to change. If you’re single, meeting someone new will not be a problem. Don’t get stuck on a type. Explore new possibilities. Get out of your rut and try something new. It will surprise you.

Leo (July 23^rd – August 22^nd)

Leos love attention and this month you won’t be disappointed. With Mars trine the Sun in Sagittarius, your ego is energized, and the focus is now back on you and your truth. Today it’s imperative to seek a deeper truth, one that doesn’t change with the vicissitudes of the moment. Look at what you don’t want to see and combine it with what makes you happy. Life is always a bit of both.

As a Leo, your ego has felt neglected for a while, but it has helped you turn inward and spend needed time on introspection. What you’ve learned has strengthened you and added to your charisma. Venus rules your house of career, and with Uranus in opposition, and Neptune in trine, there are changes and new ideals to strive for. Don’t complain, adjust.

If you’ve decided to get a new job, you may choose to go freelance, it seems riskier, but the truth is you should work for yourself. A strong Leo can do almost anything they put their mind to. Just tell yourself you can do it and keep moving forward. The danger lies in Neptune in square to the Sun; you may hold on to your fantasies longer than is fruitful. A good reality has both the practical and the impossible. Blend them, and life works magically.

Open yourself up to new possibilities and ideas, but keep your feet on the ground. Saturn and Jupiter leave Capricorn around the middle of December. They’re both in Aquarius by the 20^th, your opposite sign. It’s easier to see things at a distance, so take a hard look at your vision and expectations, and you’ll see their strengths and weaknesses.

If you’re in a relationship, your partner is entering a new stage of growth. You will have mixed emotions about where things stand. Only you can decide what works for you. If you’re single, there is plenty of opportunities to make new alliances and possibly meet a soulmate.

Cosmic Views for December 2020 for Virgo (August 23^rd – September 22^nd)

Virgos love to push the boundaries of their lives, but for the moment holding their position is the stance to take. If you feel safe and in control, then your environment works for you. Your ability to see what makes others secure also helps you persuade them to do things your way. It’s a talent. A Virgo is either your best friend or worst enemy. With Saturn and Jupiter entering Aquarius on the 18th and 20th, the emphasis is on your purpose and work.

If you haven’t taken care of your health, you may feel it now. With Uranus opposite Venus, finances are being reexamined. Either you’re making new investments, or you’re just changing how you make your money. The key is to have a vision and a bigger picture of where you’re going, not just the next step. A vision helps you make better decisions.

You’re open to change, even if you dislike it, and of course, letting go of the control is a key issue. You’re either the best or worst at handling the unknown. Remember, it is a place of great possibilities. The more you can play with whatever life tosses your way, the more successful you will be. There are opportunities in chaos if you can stay centered. You are smart and versatile, but you need to feel confident for things to work.

With Neptune trine Venus, you have the inspiration and faith to turn this difficult time into an opportunity. New Ideas are constantly showing their face. It’s up to you to decide which ones you want to pursue. Mars square Pluto slows things down temporarily. Just move forward one step at a time, and you’ll find that open door.

If you’re in a relationship, you may allow your fantasies to take over. Pay attention to what’s real and what’s not. If you’re single, you have a strong yearning to be in love. If you meet someone who turns you on, make sure it’s not a figment of your imagination.

Libra (September 23^rd – October 22^nd)

Libras are always seeking the truth, even if they don’t realize it. Being caught in a fantasy of beauty and luxury is a dream, but it’s a dream that can take you off your center and lead to unhappiness. Find your center. Then you can have it all. With Saturn and Jupiter entering Aquarius on the 18th and 20th of this month, there’s a big energy shift.

The cosmic views for December 2020 show that Aquarius rules your 5th house of authority and pleasure. Remind yourself that you’re in charge of what makes you happy, no one else. Home-life becomes easier, and it frees you up to make important changes. Saturn and Jupiter create a grand trine at the beginning of the month, and so things flow. Enjoy the easy energy. You deserve it. With Mars square Pluto, ruler of your house of finance, you will scrutinize your source of security. However difficult it may be for now, things will be okay.

The Sun trine Mars energizes you, and the world looks less threatening. You’re back in charge. Uranus opposite Venus creates a few emotional ups and downs. It’s the holidays and, yes, the pandemic. Stay safe, and know this will not last forever. The Full Moon in Cancer on the 30th emphasizes your career and the need to make an important decision. Just look at the truth, and you’ll know what to do.

If you’re in a relationship, things are finally moving forward. A few things haven’t been working, but now you have a better understanding of what’s really been going on. Communication is essential to a good relationship. If you’re single, it’s a mixed bag. It’s not so much who you meet. It’s whether or not you’re ready to be present for anyone, including yourself.

Cosmic Views for December 2020 for Scorpio (October 23^rd – November 21^st)

Scorpio rules power over what: over oneself, over others, or perhaps just letting go and accepting what life has to offer. The person who can adapt survives. Are you aware that as a Scorpio, you have a spiritual path? You’re not meant to succeed and use that success to add something special to the world. The more you stay connected to your heart, the happier you will be. True empowerment comes from sharing, especially your knowledge and experiences. When you help someone else, you help yourself. It increases your strength, and that brings us back to this month. It’s time to do just that. Reach out and help someone else. Make a difference, and it will change your life.

With the Sun trine Mars, motivation has increased. Try not to rush ahead. Instead, focus on your vision and commit to it. Keep your values close and allow them to provide the boundaries necessary to keep you from straying from your path. With Saturn and Jupiter in Aquarius by mid-December, your home-life is upside down. Perhaps you’re fixing up your house, or an area of it. If it’s not a physical change, then perhaps it’s the people who live in your home that are transforming. Whatever it is, the foundation of your life is getting an overhaul.

Uranus opposite Venus helps the focus stay on what’s important – and it may surprise you. You’re a different person than you were a year ago, and that’s a good thing. We all need to evolve. Mars square Pluto, your ruler, brings up anger. Go ahead and punch the wall, it won’t change things, but it may help you feel better and help you move on.

If you’re in a relationship, it may be a difficult time for you both. Try and adapt and be there for each other. If you’re single, you’ll meet more than one new person and all are very different. You will be challenged, and that’s a good thing.

Sagittarius (November 22^nd – December 21^st)

Sagittarius thrives on wisdom and truth. It nourishes the soul. This month with Jupiter (your ruler) and Saturn about to leave Capricorn and enter Aquarius, your financial situation is the focus. It should improve. You’re a good communicator, and it serves you well. With Uranus in Taurus, your work schedule is erratic, and with a trine to Venus, you may discover something new about yourself and your talents. Take some time to embrace the new you. The more comfortable you are with yourself, the easier it will be to achieve your goals.

Mars square Pluto makes it difficult to advance for a few weeks. Don’t push back; wait until the door opens. Let the resistance to take you deeper into yourself. It may improve your insight and vision. Don’t get stuck following the old paths. Accept change and try something new. Wherever you land, you’ll make a difference and be appreciated.

Uranus opposite Venus alters your schedule and brings you new ideas to fix any problems that arise. You’re being asked to be flexible and bend where you may not want to. The key to your strength is your inner centeredness and faith in your talents. Forget how much your world is changing; what’s important is how you feel. Stay centered and clear on your goals. The rest will take care of itself.

The Full Moon in Cancer on the 30th puts the focus on your transformation. Cut through your ideals and fantasies; the bare truth is important to start with.

If you’re in a relationship, things have been interesting but not difficult. There are things you can’t control, and another person is one of them. Sooner or later, they will find their voice and their path. If you’re single, you love diversity, and you’ll get it. Have fun, and you’ll open your heart—the first step to a good relationship.

Capricorn (December 22^nd – January 19^th)

The cosmic views for December 2020 reveal how Capricorn embraces hidden power. Your ego is not in charge, so you don’t need validation from others. The secret nature of a Capricorn gives you an advantage. No one knows your intentions or what’s going on. You’ve learned that the less obvious you are, the easier it is to maintain your position without being challenged.

With Saturn and Jupiter moving out of your sign and entering Aquarius on the 18th and 20th of this month, you will begin to feel free again. Since 2018 you’ve felt the influence of Saturn, your ruler, reminding you of everything you’ve done wrong.

With Jupiter and Saturn now in your house of finances, making money will focus, and it should all go well. With Uranus opposite Venus, change is strong; you’re moving toward new goals. An opportunity has come to you due to your past efforts and friendships, and now it’s time for the reward. Your vision needs to be reshaped consistently, so be ready to adjust your plans. The key to success now is your ability to adapt. Don’t let your stubbornness or anger get in the way. Neptune trine Venus inspires you because you have a vision of what could be, and you’re willing to do the work to get there.

With the Full Moon on the 30th in Cancer, your house of relationships, a crisis of partnerships may come to a head. This can be business or personal or both. It doesn’t have to be negative; it may just change the dynamics. Take a stand. Be truthful, and it will work to your advantage.

If you’re in a relationship, you’ve chosen someone who is greatly affected by his or her sense of security. Make them feel safe, and all will be well. If you’re single, it’s easy for you to meet new people and experience the first throws of romance. The challenge is to understand what will make you happy. Take the time to figure it out.

Cosmic Views for December 2020 for Aquarius (January 20^th – February 18^th)

Aquarius is the sign of uniqueness. This is where you own your differences and see what you have to offer the world. You have a unique way of expressing your truth and sense of justice, and it is one reason you stand out. Jupiter and Saturn enter your sign on the 18th and 20th, and everything changes.

Jupiter gives you strength and pushes you to expand, while Saturn consolidates what needs to stay in place and provides boundaries for you to stay safe. You are a person who continues to grow with every new experience, and you’re chopping at the bit to get your feet wet again.

With Uranus opposite Venus your home-life is in a state of change. Either you’re making improvements, thinking of moving, or perhaps, the people you share your space with have new plans. Along the way, you may have done some heavy spring-cleaning and rid yourself of whatever is no longer useful—an important step in welcoming in the new year.

Mars Square Pluto makes it difficult to get things moving as quickly as you’d like them to. There’s always an obstacle or an opposition, but don’t let it stop you. Just do what can be done. The resistance will disappear, so work with it until it changes. Neptune makes a trine to Venus and opens your world of beliefs. So many of the things you’ve devoted your life to no longer seem relevant. Don’t be upset. It’s time to change. Even ideals need adjustment. The older one gets, the easier it is to see what’s important.

If you’re in a relationship, you feel energized and happy. Things are no longer stuck. If you’re single, it’s a good time to open your world to someone new. You may be surprised at the results.

Pisces (February 19^th – March 20^th)

Pisces are always exposed to lessons. Hopefully, you’ve learned an important one this year.

With Saturn and Jupiter leaving Capricorn and your 11th house, entering Aquarius and your 12th, you suddenly feel free. On one level, you are, and on another, you’re not. The 12^th house rules the unconscious, and for the next year, at least, you’ll need to rely on your instincts. They’re strong and accurate when you get good at listening to them. For now, your power comes from how you respond to life. If you start feeling nervous, just be prepared for the unexpected. Living in the unknown is part of life’s challenges and certainly an ongoing Pisces dilemma.

Neptune trine Venus refuses your vision but keeps a lot of the fantasy. However, Mars square Pluto points to your finances and the problems that remain. Do what you can, and don’t panic. You’re a visionary when it comes to making money. Just focus your attention on what you want to accomplish, and the world will meet you halfway.

Uranus opposite Venus insists that things can’t stay the same. Adapt, be open to change, and you’ll be surprised at how many new opportunities arrive unexpectedly. The more faith you have, the more support you get, but you have to take the first step alone. Otherwise, it has nothing to do with faith. The Full Moon on the 30^th, in Cancer, brings issues of authority to a head. Take charge of your problems, don’t avoid them. Get them off your plate. Stop depending on others to get things done. Rely on yourself, and you won’t be disappointed.

If you’re in a relationship, your partner is doing fine. Follow their lead; they seem to know what they want. If you’re single, It’s a good time to meet someone around your work. Keep your eyes open. Chances are, whatever happens, was not supposed to – it was a divine accident.

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15 Princess Diana Quotes Explain Why She Is Still Loved Today

November 29, 2020 by Sarah Barkley

Princess Diana, formerly Lady Diana Spencer, became Princess of Wales when she married Prince Charles in 1981. They had two sons together, and although they divorced in 1996, she retained her title as Princess of Wales. She continued working with the public and had public support throughout her life.

People loved her for her kindness, her compassion, and her never-ending humanitarian efforts. She loved children and worked with them often. Plus, she was a great mother to Prince William and Prince Harry.

Princess Diana worked heavily with charities. She assisted both the homeless and those that were suffering from HIV or AIDS. She also raised awareness about the landmines leftover in Angola and the dangers those mines presented.

Unfortunately, she met an untimely death after a car accident in Paris on August 31, 1997. Fleeing the paparazzi, her car crashed. Of course, this even shocked the entire world shocked, and it left many people devastated.

These 15 Princess Diana Quotes Explain Why So Many People Still Love Her Today

Luckily, these Princess Diana lives on in her wise words. So enjoy these fifteen quotes and remember Princess Di.

1. “When you are happy, you can forgive a great deal.”

Being happy in your life will allow you to forgive others more easily. You will be able to get past things and move on sooner than if you were generally unhappy. Happiness can always make forgiveness easier, and you have to find it within yourself.

2. “I think the biggest disease the world suffers from in this day and age is the disease of people feeling unloved. I know that I can give love for a minute, for half an hour, for a day, for a month, but I can give. I am very happy to do that, I want to do that.”

Princess Diana believed that the biggest mental illness was the feeling of being unloved. She believed that with love, people wouldn’t suffer nearly as much.

She made it her mission to give love to everyone because she wanted to help them. By showing love even for a short time, she was happy to give them a little happiness.

3. “Everyone needs to be valued. Everyone has the potential to give something back.”

She saw the need in everyone to be valued in life, and she wanted to give them what they needed. Everyone wants to feel like they can make a difference, and Princess Diana understood this.

So, she went out of her way to show people that they are valuable and worthy. She helped them make a difference and showed them how to be great and kind. Through this, she helped spread hope and positivity all across the world.

4. “I want to walk into a room, be it a hospice for the dying or a hospital for sick children, and feel that I am needed. I want to do, not just to be.”

When a person wants to arrive somewhere and immediately begin helping in whatever way possible, you know they are good. Princess Diane took action where needed. She wanted to go to the places she was needed and jump right in to help out.

5. “Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.”

This mindset is the reason she is still loved today. She strived to be kind to everyone and to do random acts of kindness whenever possible. This allowed her to realize that someone might do a random act of kindness for her someday.

6. “Nothing brings me more happiness than trying to help the most vulnerable people in society. It is a goal and an essential part of my life—a kind of destiny. Whoever is in distress can call on me. I will come running wherever they are.”

Those who need the most help were the ones the Princess wanted to help the most. Helping those in need made her happy, and she made it a priority in her life.

She promised to help anyone in distress, and she strived to see her promise through. Her biggest goal in life seemed to be to help others and make a positive difference in the world.

7. “I want my boys to have an understanding of people’s emotions, their insecurities, people’s distress, and their hopes and dreams.”

More than anything, Princess Diana taught her boys to be compassionate people. She wanted them to recognize the way people feel, whether it be happy or sad. The way she raised her sons made everyone love her even more.

8. “I don’t want expensive gifts, I don’t want to be bought. I have everything I want, I just want someone to be there for me, to make me feel safe and secure.”

She understood that there is more to life than gifts and pretty little things. Instead, she wanted people in her life to treat her well, support her, and make her feel safe. This just proved her kind nature and allowed people to see her as more down to earth and real.

9. “I don’t go by the rule book…I lead from the heart, not the head.”

One thing people loved about this Princess is that she led this way. Instead of conforming to the expected standards, she used her heart to decide how she could serve others. This way of leading truly showed and led to people loving her even now.

10. “People think that at the end of the day, a man is the only answer. Actually, a fulfilling job is better for me.”

She proved herself strong and determined on her own. Indeed, she didn’t need anyone by her side to be great. Instead, she put her responsibilities before romance. This gave women everywhere the courage to be alone and still do great things.

11. “I think the British people need someone in public life to give affection, to make them feel important, to support them, to give them light in their dark tunnels. I see it as a possibly unique role, and yes, I’ve had difficulties, as everybody has witnessed over the years, but let’s now use the knowledge I’ve gathered to help other people in distress.”

She understood that people needed affection and a feeling that they are important. They wanted someone to support them and help them, rather than just looking after personal gain. She lived her life this way and helped people whenever she could.

12. “You can’t comfort the afflicted with afflicting the comfortable.”

Understanding that afflicting others could never heal the afflicted, she used her heart to do good. She didn’t knock anyone down or hurt anyone on her missions to comfort others. Instead, she did what she could to ensure the comfort of all the people.

13. “Everyone of us needs to show how much we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves.”

By showing care for others, the world could be a much better place. You, too, can do this by caring for yourself while also caring for others. The two go together, as care for one means care for all.

14. “I knew what my job was; it was to go out and meet the people and love them.”

Above anything else, Princess Diana felt a need to go out and show love to people. She formed personal relationships with ordinary people and truly loved them. Plus, she wanted what was best for everyone, even if it didn’t affect her personally.

15. “If you find someone you love in life, you must hang onto it and look after it, and if you were lucky enough to find someone who loved you, then you must protect it.”

Love seemed to be the best feeling in the world to her. She wanted to love others and knew that honoring the ones you love and who love you was necessary. You must cherish, look after, and protect love, as she explains here.

Final Thoughts on Princess Diana Quotes Explain Why So Many Still Admire Her Even Today

These Princess Diana quotes remind us about her legacy–and why so many people still adore her today. She was good to others, worked hard to help those in need, and had a genuinely loving heart. As a leader, she led from the heart instead of the mind, as she said in one of her quotes.

Princess Diana wanted the world to be a better place and believed in the good of everyone. As a loving mother and leader, many people who didn’t personally know her supported her. This is why her death left such a lasting impact on the world.

Many people still remember the good that she did and the pure heart that she had. So you may look back with fondness yourself, remember all the good she brought to the world. If you don’t remember, these Princess Diana quotes will help you understand the wonderful person she was.

Kindness Quotes to Remember When Someone Gets on Your Nerves

November 29, 2020 by Sarah Barkley

It is essential to be kind to others even when they get on your nerves. Being kind through everything can positively impact those around you. Indeed, it may even inspire the person who is causing issues. These kindness quotes explain how this works and why you should continue being kind.

You have to remember that you will not like every person you encounter. Remember who you are and your morals, however, so you can keep spreading kindness. Don’t stoop to a lower level simply because someone else is getting on your nerves.

You will feel better about yourself by staying kind even in challenging situations. Plus, you will leave the situation in a better mood than you would have otherwise. So, the next time you are in a difficult situation, remember these kindness quotes to help you get through.

Fifteen Kindness Quotes to Help Calm Your Nerves

1. “Do things for people not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are.” – Harold S. Kushner

The behavior of other people should never interfere with your character. Remember this when someone is getting on your nerves and try to be nice to them anyway. You don’t want to make yourself feel bad, and you don’t want to compromise your character over it.

2. “Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.” – Princess Diana

Be nice, even when you aren’t sure you’ll get anything in return. Just remember that someday, someone will do something kind for you, too. So, even if you aren’t immediately rewarded for being kind when someone gets on your nerves, know that you will eventually be.

3. “Small acts of kindness can make a difference in other people’s lives more than we can imagine.” – Catherine Pulsifer

When someone is getting on your nerves, consider helping them become better. By being kind, you can bring out the best in them. Keep this in mind and save yourself some stress by continuing to be excellent.

4. “Go and love someone exactly as they are. And then watch how quickly they transform into the greatest, truest version of themselves. When one feels seen and appreciated in their own essence, one is instantly empowered.” – Wes Angelozzi

Don’t wait for someone to be perfect to love them. Instead, love them as they are now. With love, they will become better and maybe grow past the annoyance of frustration they cause. Please don’t give up on them, and don’t stop being kind because this is how to help someone improve.

5. “Today I bent the truth to be kind, and I have no regret, for I am far surer of what is kind than I am what of what is true.” – Robert Brault

Being honest when someone is getting on your nerves isn’t always the best option, as Brault explains. You don’t have to be fully honest about your feelings. Instead, only say good things, and both of you will leave the situation satisfied.

6. “My wish for you is that you continue. Continue to be who and how you are, to astonish a mean world with your acts of kindness. Continue to allow humor to lighten the burden of your tender heart.” – Maya Angelou

Don’t change who you are just because of how someone makes you feel. When someone is getting on your nerves, remember to be kind anyway. It will make the situation easier to get through, and you will be happier.

7. “From the simplest acts of kindness done for total strangers, to the most deliberate acts of kindness to those wounded souls who are the hardest to love – each act of kindness improves the lives of everyone involved.” – Rhonda Sciortino

Not everyone will be easy to get along with, and some people will only get on your nerves. Even so, it would be best if you continued being kind to them. This won’t just benefit them and make their life better, but it will also benefit you.

8. “No kind action ever stops with itself. One kind action leads to another. Good example is followed. A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees. The greatest work that kindness does to others is that it makes them kind themselves.” – Amelia Earhart

When you show kindness once, it’ll come more naturally the next time. Plus, it will spread kindness to others when you are kind, causing a ripple effect among many people. Being kind to those who get on your nerves will benefit quite a few people.

9. “Kindness begins with the understanding that we all struggle.” – Charles Glassman

No one is perfect, so try to be understanding when someone is getting on your nerves. Give them some grace because they may just be having a bad day. However, if it’s normal for that person, remind yourself that everyone is different and struggles differently.

10. “Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” – Leo Buscaglia

Don’t underestimate the power of kindness, even in the most undesirable situations. As Buscaglia explains, being kind can turn someone’s life around. Maybe you can even influence them to make a change and stop getting on your nerves.

11. “Treat everyone with politeness and kindness, not because they’re nice, but because you are.” – Roy T. Bennett

Remember that you are kind, and keep being kind even when it’s hard. Don’t let someone else’s attitude or behavior influence yours. Instead, keep being who you are and who you want to be to keep feeling good about yourself.

12. “Kind words produce their own image in men’s souls, and a beautiful image it is. They soothe and quiet and comfort the hearer. They shame him out of his sour, morose, unkind feelings. We have not yet begun to use kind words in such abundance as they ought to be used.” – Blaise Pascal

Your kindness can change anyone around you, including the one getting on your nerves. If you are kind to them, it could change their attitude and influence them to behave differently. This benefits not only you but the rest of the world, as well.

13. “Kindness is spreading sunshine into people’s lives regardless of the weather.” – Raktivist

Even in the most negative situations, keep being kind to those involved. By spreading kindness, you can change those who are causing the problems. So, instead of letting them impact your character, remember this quote and keep being true to yourself.

However, remember that being kind doesn’t mean you are giving into their behavior. You can be firm, set boundaries, and show them how you expect to be treated, all while staying kind. You will get much farther if you take this route than you would if you resorted to anger or meanness.

14. “Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not.” – Samuel Johnson

You can’t control other people or the way they make you feel. What you can control, however, is the kindness you put out. Keep being kind so that you can stay in control of the situation, and you will end up feeling better because of it.

15. “A part of kindness consists in loving people more than they deserve.” – Joseph Joubert

Your kindness shouldn’t be determined by what a person deserves. Instead, think of what you deserve, and you deserve to stay kind to everyone all the time. This will make you happier, make the situation more bearable, and positively impact those involved.

Final Thoughts on Kindness Quotes to Remember When Someone Gets on Your Nerves

The next time you are around someone who gets on your nerves, remember these kindness quotes. Staying kind in all situations will not only make you feel better, but it will spread kindness to others. Then, your kindness will positively impact the world, spreading from one person to another.

Remember that you won’t get along with everyone you encounter, but you should still be kind. These kindness quotes will remind you why you should always be kind and how to get through hard situations. Keep the kindness quotes in mind as you go through your day, and you will have no problem being nice.

Stay true to yourself, remember who you are, and don’t stop being a good person because of someone else. You will be happier and more fulfilled because of it, and you will feel better about yourself. So, the next time you encounter someone who gets on your nerves, remember these kindness quotes.

15 Quotes on Hope We All Need to Hear

November 28, 2020 by Sarah Barkley

Having hope will help you get where you want to be in life, as these quotes on hope will explain. Hope will help you get through hard times and give you the courage to go after what you want. It will give you light on your darkest days and guide you through uncertain times.

As long as you hold on to hope, you can always count on having something to look forward to. You will always have something to work toward, and failure won’t seem so devastating. Even when things don’t work out right away, having hope will ensure they can work out later.

Fifteen Quotes on Hope

When you seem to be losing hope, remember these quotes on hope. Everyone needs reminders sometimes, and these quotes on hope will do just that. Keep hoping for a better outcome next time, and you will continue to grow and learn until you can achieve your dreams.

1. “Hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today.” – Thich Nhat Hanh

When things are hard, having hope can make them a little better. If you remember that things can be better tomorrow, you will easily get through the hard times.

2. “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Life doesn’t always go the way you want it to, and you have to accept that. Even still, you can’t lose hope. Keep hoping for better because with hope comes possibility, but you don’t even have the will to try without hope.

3. “They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.” – Tom Bodett

If you want to be happy, follow this suggestion from Bodett. With love, activity, and hope, you can find true happiness in life. So, look for these things so you can live a fulfilling and satisfying life.

4. “Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work: you don’t give up.” – Anne Lamott

When things seem hard, you will hope for them to work out. Your hope allows you to move forward because that is the only way you can get to the light. Keep hoping and keep waiting because it will all work out when the time is right.

5. “Never give up. Have hope. Expect only the best from life and take action to get it.” – Catherine Pulsifer

Although you have to admit that things don’t always go as planned, you still have to strive for better. Keep moving forward and working toward what you want. This continued hope will get you to where you want to be.

6. “Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.” – Dale Carnegie

When you keep trying and aren’t getting the results you want, you still have hope. Keep trying because eventually, it will work out. When it seems you are losing hope, you have to hold on because that’s when the great things happen.

7. “Hope is the companion of power and mother of success; for who so hopes strongly has within him the gift of miracles.” – Samuel Smiles

If you have hope, you have power over your situation, and it will lead to success. With hope, miracles can happen, and the things that seem out of reach will be right in front of you. Remember this and hold on to hope, even when things don’t go as planned the first time around.

8. “However bad life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at. Where there’s life, there’s hope.” – Stephen Hawking

Everyone is good at something, and there is always the opportunity to learn new things. Please find what you are good at and use it to succeed in life. When you do this, you will have renewed hope in yourself and your future.

9. “In fact, hope is best gained after defeat and failure, because then inner strength and toughness is produced.” – Fritz Knapp

When you have been defeated, you have developed greater strength and toughness, as Knapp explains. Use this as an opportunity to gain hope because you will be better able to work toward the goal again.

You now know what you shouldn’t do, so you’ll be heading in with greater knowledge the next time. Remind yourself of this, and it will give you hope that things will work out the way you want them to.

10. “Hope is that thing inside us that insists, despite all the evidence to the contrary, that something better awaits us if we have the courage to reach for it and to work for it and to fight for it.” – Barack Obama

Even when things seem hopeless, hold on to hope because this is how you will reach greater things. With hope, you will be able to work and fight for what you want, and only then will you see a change. Remember that there is something better out there for you, and with hope, you can achieve it.

11. “The very least you can do in your life is figure out what you hope for. And the most you can do is live inside that hope. Not admire it from a distance but live right in it, under its roof.” – Barbara Kingsolver

Figure out what you want more than anything else, and focus your hope on that. Then, live in a way that can make that hope become a reality.

Make all of your actions and thoughts align with what you are hoping for. Then, you will be able to grow from it and develop the strengths you need to achieve it.

12. “There is no medicine like hope, no incentive so great, and no tonic so powerful as expectation of something tomorrow.” – O. S. Marden

Hope can make you feel better after failing or being defeated. It can give you the strength to get through the day and focus on having a better tomorrow.

Nothing else can allow you to keep working toward your goal when everything seems to be going wrong. Hope is the only thing that will get you there, so hang onto it no matter what happens.

13. “Hope can be a powerful force. Maybe there’s no actual magic in it, but when you know what you hope for most and hold it like a light within you, you can make things happen, almost like magic.” – Laini Taylor

While hope isn’t magic, it can work like magic in the sense that it can make things happen. It will encourage you to work hard to achieve your goals, and then the hopes will become a reality. Without hope, however, you wouldn’t necessarily have the will to work as hard as necessary.

14. “Hope is definitely not the same thing as optimism. It is not the conviction that something will turn out well, but the certainty that something makes sense, regardless of how it turns out.” – Václav Havel

Having hope doesn’t mean that you think everything will go perfectly the first time around. It also doesn’t mean that things will turn out well at all, as Havel explains. Instead, it means that you understand that everything happens for a reason, and you can still keep moving forward.

15. “Hope lies in dreams, in imagination, and in the courage of those who dare to make dreams into reality.” – Jonas Salk

Through dreams and imagination, hope for a better future arises. Then, hope further develops through courage as you work toward making your dreams happen. Use this hope to set your eyes on your dreams and do whatever you can to make them happy.

Final Thoughts on Quotes on Hope We All Need to Hear Today

Having hope will get you further in life than anything else, as these quotes on hope explain. Always remember that you can do anything as long as you hold onto hope through the harder times. Things may not go as planned, but that doesn’t mean they will never be better.

As long as you remain hopeful, you can always count on things improving or going your way eventually. Plus, you can accept when things don’t work out right away or when you are disappointed. Without hope, however, you won’t be able to expect things to improve, leaving you stuck where you are now.

When you are struggling to be hopeful, remember these quotes on hope. Follow the advice and reminders given, and you will be able to hold onto hope for a better future.

Share These 15 Heartwarming Quotes on Sisters

November 28, 2020 by Sarah Barkley

Sisters are the best person you could have in your life, as these quotes on sisters will explain. They will love you unconditionally, be there during the hard times and the happy ones, and always want what is best for you.

Because of this, you should embrace your sister and be thankful for having her. The bond you two share is one that no one else could touch. You won’t find any relationship that even comes close to the one you have with your sister.

Heartwarming Quotes on Sisters

These heartwarming quotes on sisters are ones you should share with your siblings. They will be happy to know you are thinking of them, and they can smile at the quotes’ realistic words. Remember that during all stages of your life, she is the one you will be able to count on.

1. “You may be as different as the sun and the moon, but the same blood flows through both your hearts. You need her, as she needs you.” – George R.R. Martin

Even with all the differences between you and your sister, you are more alike than you think. The same blood flows, as Martin explains, and the two of you need one another. Be there for her just like you want her to be there for you.

2. “Sisters don’t need words. They have perfected their own secret language of smiles, sniffs, sighs, gasps, winks, and eye rolls.” – Unknown

You know one another so well that words aren’t needed. There will be secret looks that only your sister can understand, and those looks will say more than words could. Sisters will always know what the other one is thinking, whether it is good or bad.

3. “A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life.” – Isadora James

Having a sister is much more than initially realized. A sister is a gift in all ways possible, and she will give meaning to your life in a way no one else can.

4. “Having a sister is like having a best friend you can’t get rid of. You know whatever you do, they’ll still be there.” – Amy Li

No matter what rifts come between you, a sister will always be there. Even during the hardest of times, you will be able to count on her. This is one of the greatest comforts in life because you know you always have someone who will be there.

5. “She is my sounding board, my confidante, my keeper of secrets – and my best friend.” – Kathleen O’Keefe

You can tell a sister anything. She will give her honest opinion, and she will be a reliable source of advice. Plus, she will keep your secrets, making you feel secure in going to her.

6. “The best advice my mother ever gave me: ‘Be nice to your sister. Your friends will come and go, but you will always have your sister. And I promise that someday she will be your best friend.” – Unknown

Your circle of friends will change continually through life, but your sister will always be there. Throughout life, she will be your one steady friend who is there for everything. Because of this, she will become your best friend and the most important person in your life.

7. “I’ve known every love possible, but as the years stretched out, the love I longed for the most is the one I shared with my sister.” – Josephine Angelini

No matter what you experience in life, the best love will be that of a sister, as Angelini explains. She will be your support and comfort throughout life. This makes the love you share with her the best one in your life because it’s one you can always count on.

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8. “A sister is one that always cares, she is loving and kind, and will always drop everything if you need her.” – Catherine Pulsifer

Even when a sister is angry, she still cares. Her love and kindness are incomparable to anything else you will experience. She is one of the few people who will drop anything so that they can be there for you.

9. “She is your partner in crime, your midnight companion, someone who knows when you are smiling even in the dark.” – Barbara Alpert

Many of your most memorable moments will involve your sister. She will be by your side as you do things you probably shouldn’t have.

Plus, she will be there for you no matter the time of night, and you can talk as the night turns into morning. Because of this familiarity with nighttime talks, she will even know when you are smiling when she can’t see you.

10. “Sisterhood was about shared experiences, trust, knowing you had people who would be there for you and would listen to you no matter what, and who could always tell if there was something wrong.” – Michelle Madow

There aren’t many other people who have shared your entire life experiences with you, but a sister does. You can trust her, knowing she wants what is best for you. She will listen and be there always, and she can easily recognize when something is bothering you.

11. “When life’s hills become too steep to climb on my own, my sister takes my hand and reminds me that I didn’t have to climb it alone, to begin with.” – Unknown

You don’t have to go through any part of life alone if you have a sister. She will be there through it all, and she will help you through any obstacle. When life seems to get too tough, call on your sister, and she will help you.

12. “An older sister is a friend and defender – a listener, conspirator, a counselor, and a sharer of delights. And sorrows too.” – Pam Brown

Most older sisters can’t stand back and let their younger siblings be talked about or treated badly. They will immediately speak up or act on your behalf, making her the best friend you could have.

Plus, as stated before, she will listen, help you develop a plan, and give advice. She will be there through the hard times and the exciting ones. You can count on her no matter what stage of life you are going through.

13. “A sister is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost.” – Marion C. Garretty

Siblings are there for you throughout your entire life. They know what you have gone through and where you came from. Plus, they share many of your same memories.

This leads to always having a connection to your childhood. She will be a constant reminder of your life in the past. As long as you have her, you will never lose your childhood.

14. “You keep your past by having sisters. As you get older, they’re the only ones who don’t get bored if you talk about your memories.” – Deborah Moggach

As many of these quotes on sisters explain, having your sister around will help you stay connected to your past. Your memories are ones that she also enjoys or can relate to. So, if you need to talk about memories, go to your sister, and you can count on having someone who cares.

15. “A sister is someone who loves you from the heart. No matter how much you argue, you cannot be drawn apart. She is a joy that cannot be taken away. Once she enters your life, she is there to stay.” – Shiva Sharma

Many people might say they love you, but a sister loves you fully and completely. Her love comes from the hard and can never be lost or outgrown. Even when you’re arguing and fighting, or even if you haven’t spoken in a while, she still loves you.

You can bask in this feeling, knowing that there is someone out there who loves you unconditionally. She knows all there is to know about you and loves you regardless of any imperfections. A sister never leaves, no matter how far away she seems.

Final Thoughts on Heartwarming Quotes on Sisters to Share with Your Siblings

Remember to share these heartwarming quotes on sisters with your siblings. Everyone can use the reminder that they have someone who understands them and loves them. Even in life’s most challenging times, you can count on the love of a sister.

It is a nice feeling knowing that at any moment, you have someone who will come running. She will drop anything to be there for you and share memories with you that no one else could understand. This is something that not everyone is lucky enough to have.

Remember these quotes on sisters and share them with your siblings to remind them. These quotes will make them smile and remind them of the bond you two share.

15 Red Flags That Reveal a Diseased Liver

November 27, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Your liver is the largest organ in your body. The size of a football, your liver keeps you healthy through its many functions. But if your liver gets diseased, it can be life-threatening. Here are 15 red flags that reveal you could have a diseased liver.

What does your liver do?

It sits just under your ribs, on the right side of your stomach. Your liver filters your blood that’ coming from your digestive system before it goes to the rest of your body. It also removes chemicals and metabolizes drugs you take. The bile secreted by your liver goes back into your intestines, where it’s eventually removed as waste. Your liver also does these five things for your body.

Produces bile
Removes bilirubin, cholesterol, drugs, and hormones
Activates your enzymes for metabolism
Stores glucose, minerals, and vitamins
Helps your blood clot properly

Diseases in the liver

Some liver problems can be inherited from your parents, others can be caused by viruses. Some liver ailments go away over time, but others can turn into very serious illnesses leading to death if they aren’t treated properly.

Fatty liver disease

This liver disease can affect kids and adults. Your liver contains very little fat. But if fat builds up in your liver’s cells, it causes swelling and eventually damage. The excess fat can lead to cirrhosis, cancer of the liver, and sometimes liver failure. Studies show that in the last decade, about 30% to 40% of Americans have fat in their liver. Overindulging in too much alcohol can also cause a fatty liver, but the biggest problem today is obesity. Being overweight can cause your liver to build up fat.

Lifestyle changes are the best way to avoid fatty liver disease. Lose extra weight, eat a healthy diet, and exercise regularly. Doctors suggest that even losing as little as 5% to 8% of your body weight to help reverse liver damage.

Viral hepatitis

Another common liver disease is viral hepatitis caused by five different hepatitis: A, B, C, and D depending upon the type of infection. Only 20% of all people in the world are affected by a hepatitis virtual infection, but the numbers are growing. In the United States, the most common viral diseases are A, B, and C.

You get exposed to hepatitis A and E through contaminated water or food. Other hepatitis viruses are passed by unsterile injections, coming in contact with blood, or other body fluids. Hepatitis B, C, and D are spread through sexual contact. Because those who have hepatitis don’t show any symptoms, they can spread the disease without realizing it.

If you get viral hepatitis, it can be treated with medication. Hepatitis A, B, and D are preventable if you get a vaccination. Other ways to prevent hepatitis include these precautions:

Washing your hands
Avoid contact with infected blood
Not eating contaminated foods or water
Avoiding drugs that can cause liver damage like too much acetaminophen (Tylenol), NSAID (Ibuprofen), and aspirin. It’s the most common cause of sudden liver failure.
Stay at a healthy weight
Exercise
Limit your alcohol
Eat a plant-based diet, consisting of organic foods, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.

15 red flags that reveal you have a diseased liver

Liver disease can show up without much warning. Often there are little to no symptoms at first, so it’s easy to miss. Here are symptoms to look for.

1 – Jaundiced skin and whites of your eyes

Jaundice is the yellowing of your skin or eyes. The yellow is due to a high level of bilirubin, a yellow-orange color of bile.

2 – Abdominal pain and swelling

Fluid builds up in your stomach due to liver disease is called ascites. It’s one of the first symptoms of liver failure and advanced liver disease. This causes your stomach to swell and look big. You may feel like you can’t breathe, too.

Symptoms of ascites include:

Trouble breathing
Hernia
Fluid in the chest
Infection
Discomfort in the swollen stomach area

3 – Swelling in the legs and ankles

Edema is the buildup of fluids in your body tissues. When your small blood vessels start to leak fluids and it builds up in the surrounding areas. You may have a puffy face, legs, ankles, and feet if you have chronic hepatitis. Some people get stretched, shiny skin, or pitted skin where the fluids have collected. If you have mild edema, it may go away, and your doctor can give you a diuretic to help your body flush out the fluids.

4 – Joint pain

Hepatitis C activates your immune system to attack the viral infection. Because your immune system is hyped up, it causes joint and muscle pain which in turn increases your chance of getting more inflammation in your joints, making them hurt even more.

5 – Dark urine

If you suffer from hepatitis, your urine may turn a dark yellow almost orange color. This happens because of bilirubin being excreted through your kidneys. The high amounts of bilirubin can cause inflammation to your liver and sometimes a blockage of the bile ducts.

6 – Pale stool color

One red flag that reveals a diseased liver is clay-colored stools. Normal bile is a brown color due to bile salts, but when you have a liver infection, the production of bile gets blocked. This makes your skin turn yellow and your stools look pale, like clay.

7 – Chronic fatigue

If you’re fighting a liver infection, you may feel fatigued. Plus, if your liver isn’t functioning properly, you will also feel tired and listless.

These ten things can make you feel sluggish.

8 – Nausea

Hepatitis causes fluid to build up in your stomach so you feel nausea. Also sometimes bile ducts get blocked, which may cause you to feel nauseous and not like eating.

9 – Low-grade fever

If you have hepatitis, you may feel as if you have the flu with nausea, tiredness, achy, and loss of appetite. You may get a low-grade fever due to the infection because your immune system kicks in to fight off the infection.

10 – A tendency to bruise easily

If you have advanced hepatitis C, you will bruise and bleed easily. Some of this is due to the slow production of platelets that help your blood clot properly. In extreme cases, your nose, gums can start bleeding and you’ll have blood in your urine.

11 – Diarrhea

Hepatitis B and A sometimes causes nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. These symptoms can develop slowly over time, eventually leading to jaundice and other symptoms.

12 – Loss of appetite

Studies found that loss of appetite is one of the main symptoms of chronic liver disease. It’s unclear what causes the lack of a desire for food, but it may be that foods don’t taste normal.

13 – Malaise feeling

Doctors define malaise as the feeling of something being “off.” If you have liver disease, you may not feel quite right, but you are unable to put your finger on what’s wrong. You may feel extremely tired or sleepy.

14 – Bad breath

Another red flag that reveals a diseased liver is musty or sweet-smelling breath. This means your liver isn’t filtering out toxic chemicals and substances in your blood. Sulfur builds up in your bloodstream, making its way to your lungs. So you emit a strong odor when you exhale air.

15 – Itchiness

Pruritus is another word for the itchiness you may feel if you have hepatitis. If you have cirrhosis, you may get pruritus because of the toxins that build up in your body since your liver isn’t working completely. So, the toxins accumulate in our bloodstream causing jaundice and itchiness. The itchiness can keep you awake at night. You may feel itchy in your feet and hands.

Some people even feel as if their internal organs are itchy. Doctors report that the itching is so severe that patients report feeling suicidal. Your doctor can give you some medication to stop the itchiness.

Final Thoughts: See Your Doctor Immediately if You Have any Signs of a Diseased Liver

Your liver keeps you healthy. If your liver gets infected or diseases, you may not know it at first. But over time, symptoms will begin to show up. You may feel like you have flu, become jaundiced, with a swollen stomach and fluid build up.

Eat healthy, exercise, and stay at a good weight to avoid a fatty liver, a huge problem right now in the United States as obesity continues to soar. If you travel overseas, be sure to get vaccinated to not get hepatitis. Limit your alcohol. All these things add up to having a healthy liver.

Don’t Ignore These 15 Symptoms of Heart Disease

November 27, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Your heart is an indispensable organ. It beats around 100,000 times per day, which averages out to around three billion heartbeats in your lifetime. A little larger than your fist, your heart is a muscle that pumps blood through your circulatory system. Because your heart is so important for your good health, it’s important to be aware of symptoms of heart disease. Here are 15 symptoms of heart disease you should never ignore.

What is heart disease?

The term heart disease is an inclusive term for several conditions that affect your heart’s function and structure. Heart disease includes blood vessel diseases like coronary artery disease, heart rhythm issues like arrhythmias, and congenital heart defects. Heart disease is often referred to as cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease includes the narrowing or blocked blood vessels so your body can’t get enough oxygen. Blockages cause life-threatening problems like the following:

Heart attack
Angina
Stroke
Arrhythmia

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

Heart structure

Your heart has two separate pumping systems or chambers. There are a right side chamber and a left side chamber of your heart. The right side of the heart gets blood from your veins and pumps it into your lungs. In the lungs, this blood gets oxygen and releases carbon dioxide. The left side of your heart gets blood from your lungs. It then pumps the blood to your arteries and the other parts of your body.

15 symptoms of heart disease (or cardiovascular disease)

1 – Chest pains or twinges

This is a common symptom of heart disease. The pain is due to a blocked artery. You may feel a tightness or some pressure in or on your chest. Everyone describes it a bit differently. Some people say it feels like a big animal is sitting on your chest. Other people say they have a burning feeling in their chest. It can last a few minutes. It can happen when you’re active or resting. Call 911 if the symptoms don’t go away after a few minutes or if they get worse. Don’t drive yourself to the emergency room.

2 – High blood pressure or hypertension

Hypertension is when your blood is too forcefully hitting your artery walls. Your doctor measures this force by taking your blood pressure. There are usually no symptoms of high blood pressure. Check out the chart below to see the different blood pressure ranges from the American Heart Association.

If you don’t lower your blood pressure, you can have a stroke or heart attack. Exercise, eating less salt, and eating a healthy diet can help lower your blood pressure. If none of these things work, your doctor will give you medication to control your blood pressure.

3 – Stomach ache along with indigestion

During a heart attack, some people experience indigestion, nausea, or stomach ache. Women tend to have this symptom during a heart attack more than men. If you have stomach pain and any other heart attack symptoms, call 911 right away since you could be having a heart attack.

4 – Arm pain

Pain radiating down your left arm a classic heart attack symptom. The pain usually moves from your chest outward. Some people’s main symptom of a heart attack is only arm pain, so never ignore this symptom.

5 – Dizziness

If you have a combination of dizziness and chest discomfort, you may be having a heart attack. The dizziness is from your blood pressure dropping quickly because your heart isn’t pumping correctly. Call 911 right away. Never drive yourself to the emergency room.

6 – Jaw or throat pain

This is an unusual symptom of heart disease. But if you have jaw or throat pain and chest pain, it could indicate you have a heart attack. You should call 911 right away if you have this symptom, along with other heart attack symptoms.

7 – Sudden fatigue or extreme tiredness

This is a subtle symptom that is easy to ignore. If you notice that you’ve been exhausted over the past few months, you should make an appointment to discuss this with your doctor. Little changes are significant, so don’t ignore them. It could be a sign of early heart disease.

8 – Snoring

If you snore loudly, almost sounding as if you’re choking or gasping, it could be a sign of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea means you stop breathing while you’re sleeping. This puts stress on your heart and may cause heart disease. Make an appointment to see your doctor to discuss these symptoms. Your doctor may prescribe you a CPAP machine, which can help you breathe easier at night.

9 – Cold sweats

If you find yourself breaking out in a cold sweat and you’re not exercising or doing anything strenuous, this could be a sign of a heart attack. Usually, this symptom will show up with other heart attack symptoms. Don’t hesitate to call 911. Better safe than sorry.

10 – A long-lasting cough

It may surprise you to hear that having a cough that has lasted for many months could be a sign of heart disease. If you are coughing up a pinkish or white-colored mucus, this is a sign of heart failure. This happens because your heart can’t keep up pumping blood throughout your body, so blood leaks back into your lungs. Make an appointment with your doctor to have your lungs and heart checked.

11 – Swollen legs, ankles

Edema is a red flag for heart disease. If you have swollen legs, ankles, or fingers, your heart isn’t pumping properly, so that your blood is getting backed up in your veins resulting in bloating. Heart disease makes it harder for your kidneys to remove water and sodium from your body. This is another reason for edema.

12 – Irregular heartbeat

Everyone’s heart races once in a while, usually when you’re excited or nervous, but if it happens quite often, it could be a sign of heart disease. Talk to your doctor about what it feels like. Some people say it’s like drinking too much caffeine, and your heart beats fast. It could be a sign of atrial fibrillation, which needs to be treated medically.

13 – Migraines

Studies show that heart attacks are more common during a migraine, especially if you get migraines with auras. If you have heart disease in your family, you may not want to take migraine meds called triptans since they narrow your blood vessels. Talk to your doctor about controlling your migraines and your chances of having a heart attack during one.

14 – Being a parent

Okay, this is not as much a symptom as a lifestyle factor that contributes to heart disease. But parents have a great chance of having heart disease, and the chances go up for each child. It’s true of both men and women. For women, if you have your first period before 12 years old and your periods stopped before you turned 46, then you have a greater chance of having a stroke. Also, women who have had a miscarriage or a hysterectomy are at greater risk for heart disease.

15 – Being short

It doesn’t seem fair, but being short puts you at greater risk for heart disease. Every 2.5 inches less than the average height you are, it raises your heart disease chances by almost 10%. The average height for women in the United States is 5 foot 4 inches. The average height for men is 5 foot 9 inches. Short people have a greater risk of heart disease because shorter people typically have higher cholesterol levels.

How do you keep your heart healthy?

Heart health means eating foods that are low in saturated and trans fats. Eat a diet high in vegetables, fresh fruits, and whole grains. Limit your amount of sugar and salt. Eat lean meats and add fish to your diet at least twice a week. Other good heart-healthy choices include the following habits:

Exercise: Because your heart is a muscle, it needs a lot of exercise on your part to stay strong. Working out is a great way to avoid heart disease.
Stop smoking: This goes without saying. Smoking is hard on your heart and your lungs.
Lose weight: Keep your weight done to lower your cholesterol levels and prevent blockages.
Don’t overeat: Overeating leads to weight gain. Follow the American Heart Association healthy nutrition guidelines.
Limit your stress: Stress affects your heart. Of course, you can’t limit all stress, but find ways to relieve your stress like exercising.
Take vitamin D: Vitamin D is a great heart-healthy vitamin to include in your diet.

Final Thoughts on Dealing with the Symptoms of Heart Disease

You can keep your heart healthy and strong by eating a healthy diet, getting enough exercise, and having an annual physical check-up. But even with these preventative heart measures, your heart may get diseased. If you have several of these symptoms of heart disease, don’t hesitate to call 911. You could be having a heart attack. Be sure to have an annual check-up every year so your doctor will check your cholesterol levels and your blood pressure levels. If they are high, your doctor may have you do a stress test to see how your heart functions.

Talk to your doctor if you have a long-lasting cough or feel like your heart is beating irregularly. These could be early symptoms of heart disease. Heart health is important for you to be at your best. It’s never too late to take care of your heart.

11 Secret Powerful Ingredients Of A Loving Relationship

November 27, 2020 by Lakeisha Ethans

Everyone wants their relationship to be full of love and happiness. But sadly, as divorce and separation rates rise across the world over time, it becomes clearer and clearer that not everyone has the right components for the most positive relationship possible.

Worried that your relationship won’t make it in the long run? Keep your positive thinking because you can always work on improving it with your partner! The trick lies in knowing what your relationship needs to be loving, appreciative, and supportive. Here are 11 secret but powerful ingredients of a loving relationship.

1. Humor

Have you ever heard people talking about how funny people are the most attractive? There’s scientific truth to that! It’s not just because a sense of humor is inherently desirable, but also because laughter has numerous interpersonal, mental, and physical benefits. It relieves stress, boosts positive thinking, and fosters togetherness – and of course, it’s undeniably desirable!

Here are some other reasons humor tends to win out the day when it comes to a loving relationship:

An ability to laugh at yourself means an ability to learn from mistakes and accept wrongs.
An ability to laugh at others’ mistakes indicates a tendency to forgive and move on.
Laughter means opening yourself up to intimacy, often resulting in emotional connections.
Compatible senses of humor mean every day can be a fun and exciting adventure.

2. Compromise Is Key to a Loving Relationship

In a relationship, two unique and separate individuals are living and growing together. This is always going to involve some measure of conflict, especially in desires, ideas, and goals. The secret to maintaining a loving relationship through all of that lies in compromise.

Compromise can be best defined as the act of a settlement between two different desires or opinions, typically reached by parties on all sides making concessions. In other words, it’s meeting in the middle whenever you can.

Does this mean that all situations require a 50/50 compromise? Not necessarily. While workable, it can be very calculative and is typically not possible in the long run. However, it does mean learning the art of give and take – when to stand your ground and when to let your partner have the day. In short, healthy compromise involves:

Trying to meet in the middle while understanding that’s not always possible.
Intentionally creating harmony as much as possible.
Seeking the most workable situation for both parties.
Balancing the amount of giving and take from each partner
Knowing when wanting to get your way doesn’t mean you should
Being willing sometimes to get the short end of the stick
Knowing what things can’t be compromised on (or where your boundaries lie)

3. Loyalty

The person you’re in a relationship with isn’t just your fling – it’s your partner, someone who you’re hand-in-hand for the long-term. Without loyalty, a relationship cannot bloom.

It’s not just about simply not cheating, either. Many different factors contribute to the creation of loyalty. Typically, each relationship has its own definition of loyalty. This can include:

Prioritizing and standing by each other
Never give up on each other.
Keeping promises and date plans

4. Fighting Positively

It’s common to associate arguments with an unhealthy relationship, but that is not the case! Fighting isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In many relationships, it can help forge stronger bonds. The trick lies in how you fight.

A study of divorce rates and their links to marital conflict revealed three common fighting styles:

· Destructive

This is a negative form of fighting, involving screaming, shouting, insults, and explosive arguments.

· Withdrawal

Withdrawing is an avoidant strategy where you avoid the fight by simply retreating. There are two ways you might do this: by leaving a situation or by simply falling silent during the fight.

· Constructive

This is the positive form of fighting everyone should aim for – it means trying to find solutions and working together to solve the conflict.

As is likely obvious, constructive fighting was the best indicator of a long-lasting, healthy relationship. It’s a positive way to handle conflict, and it makes you stronger as you and your partner have to work together to solve the problem you both face.

5. Patience

Few can deny that relationships are hard work. They require patience, and you’re going to go through bad times when you need mountains of it. Each person in the relationship has their own motivations, reactions, responses, and feelings, and you’re not always going to like those factors. That’s just how it is!

More importantly, relationships involve a strong element of learning and growing together. There are very few quick processes of growth. When a problem is encountered, it may take months or even years for you and your partner to work on your negative traits and improve on them.

Pressuring your partner to improve more quickly is likely to make them feel guilty and even unsafe, potentially leading to counterproductive actions. You will need their patience as much as they need yours, so try to keep that in mind. Give them space to grow and claim your own space, too.

6. Physical Chemistry

This seems like a no-brainer, but it’s often significantly taken for granted in long-term, comfortable relationships. There are many different factors involved in physical chemistry, and without it, relationships can quickly become boring and dull. Here are some indicators of physical chemistry:

Presence of a “spark” between partners
Physical attraction to your partner
Compatibility in intimate desires
Comfort and physical safety
Frequency of physical contact
Satisfaction with bedroom affairs

Do note that while bedroom activities of intimacy should by no means define an entire relationship, studies have shown that unhappiness with such intimacy leads to decreased relationship satisfaction. If your relationship is allosexual, try to keep things exciting in the bedroom!

7. Understanding in a Loving Relationship

Feeling understood and accepted by a partner is crucial in a loving relationship. It sounds simple, but it’s often harder in practice. It involves:

Being able to put yourself in your partner’s shoes
Understanding the ways your partner’s upbringing and experiences have shaped them
Taking note of subtle quirks and signs of your partner’s mood
Listening to your partner without judgment
Empathizing with your partner’s emotions
Knowing how not to take things personally
Giving your partner space or time they need to process things
Learning their love language
Realizing that they will express themselves differently to you

It’s a lot to take in, but it can be simplified like this: you and your partner need to accept that you are both different people and have to want to understand each other’s point of view, even when it contrasts significantly with your own.

8. Positive Eye Contact

Eye contact is powerful. It affirms close connections and helps create a stronger bond between two individuals. It can seem silly, but it’s common knowledge that making this sort of contact is key to a deeper and more meaningful interaction. Eye contact:

Encourages empathy and positive feelings towards someone, making it harder to be seriously angry at them
Creates a connection between two people that makes interaction more meaningful
Subtly coveys information or messages nonverbally, even in public, forming a “secret language” between partners
Is a quick and easy way to forge a split-second connection with a partner, even in times of business

9. Attention

Attention is a genuine component of a positive and loving relationship. Feeling neglected, unwanted, and uncared for is a quick way for a relationship to turn sour. You want your partner’s focus because you want them to be included in your life and for you to be included in theirs. Here are some ways to give attention to a partner (that you should also receive from them):

Answering calls, texts, and questions promptly
Setting aside time each day for your partner
Listening when your partner talks about troubles, passions, or their day
Of course, attention must be given in balance. You don’t want to suffocate or smother a partner with overflowing waves of focus. You both need your own space, too!

10. Respect

It’s simple: no relationship can function without respect. We’re not just talking about basic human decency when it comes to respecting, either, as that should be a given and is the bare minimum, not something to have to work for. How are you supposed to maintain a positive connection with someone who you don’t think highly of? Here are some examples of respect in a loving relationship:

Caring about each other’s goals, dreams, and aspirations
Offering only constructive criticism when you have concerns or issues
Appreciating the unique talents, abilities, skills, and strengths that you each bring to the table
Admiring each other’s qualities, personalities, and beliefs
Understanding and abiding by each other’s boundaries
Valuing each other’s opinions, even when they differ from yours

11. Communication

You’ve heard it time and time again, but it still bears repeating. Communication is the number one key to success in any relationship. You can’t read each other’s minds – you need to tell each other what you want the other person to know, and you need to know when you need to talk about something so that they understand it.

Not sure if your relationship has positive communication? As yourself the following questions:

When you explain things, do you talk with your partner or at them?
Do you interrupt your partner when they speak, or do they interrupt you?
Is your dialogue productive and reaching effective solutions and conclusions?
Do conversations tend to be one-sided, or do you both get relatively equal talking time?
Are you able to understand each other’s communication styles?
Do you often feel dismissed after discussing your issues with a partner?
Do you tell your partner when you have an issue, or would you rather keep it to yourself to avoid conflict?

Final Thoughts On Secret, But Powerful Ingredients Of A Loving Relationship

No one can deny that relationships are hard work, and sometimes, maintaining a loving and compassionate relationship can be difficult. There’s no shame in walking away from a relationship that’s no longer working out, but before you do that, try working in these powerful ingredients of a loving relationship. Small improvements to your daily life with a partner can make the difference between a break-up and “till death do us part.”

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