Each of us only has a certain number of minutes and seconds on this planet. Every second we waste or spend not doing these things is a wasted moment. Read this list of 10 things, remember this list, and always, always use it to your fullest potential.
1. Remember to tell those people you care about that you love them. The last thing you ever want to say to someone before they leave this earth, or before you do, is something bad. I know I personally want my final words to be I love you.
2. Remember to watch children as they learn and experience the world. Children are one of god's most amazing gifts. I love to watch small children as they learn about and experience the world. They have so much to teach us about truly experiencing life without the conditioning and programming we have by the time we become adults.
3. Remember to laugh often and smile much. Life is way, way to short to be miserable and sad most of the time. Remember to laugh at every opportunity you get, and smile as much as you possibly can. Even if it's over something small or stupid to other people. Enjoy every moment you possibly can.
4. Stop and watch the sun rise and set from time to time. It's easy to get caught up in our busy lives and forget to experience the small things. Let the warmth of a setting sun touch your face, and let the rising sun remind you of a new and glorious day.
5. Enjoy the brilliant colors of the changing leaves. I love autumn. The colors are so magnificent and brilliant. It's such a wonderful experience to open up and let the colors flow through me.
6. Figure out what you want to be when you grow up. In my opinion, anyone without goals and dreams already has one foot in the grave. Everyone feels more alive when they have goals and dreams to move toward. So figure out what you want to be, do, and have, and always move toward those things.
7. Remember to stop and listen. Listen to the world around you without labeling it or judgeing it. Listen to the birds, the sound of the wind, soft gentle music. Simply remember to stop and listen from time to time and see what magnificent beauty there is in the world all around us all the time.
8. Truly slow down and taste every single bite of your food. So many people eat so fast that they barely taste what they are eating. Enjoy things as you eat them, and take twice as long as you normally do to chew each and every single bite.
9. Cry more often. Make them tears of joy, of excitement, of sadness at times also. I love when I am so full of passion and excitement and joy that I get choked up with tears. I also enjoy the moments of sadness that cause tears to flow from me.
10. Open up and enjoy the entire experience of human emotions. So many people try to cling to the good emotions and run from the bad ones. Allow yourself to experience all of them as they happen. Emotions are like the weather and they come and go on a moment to moment basis. Take the time to connect and feel everything around you and inside of you all the time.
Related Articles
Be Happy, All The Time
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 27/11/2007 | Motivational
At the lowest point in my life, my mentor and life long teacher looked at me and smiled. I couldn't help but wonder what was so funny when I was doing everything within my power to keep myself together.
The Man Who Needed New Eyes To See
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 27/11/2007 | Self Improvement
Once upon a time, a fisherman came down with a horrible disease that caused him to become bored and tired with his life. He would spend hours upon hours searching for new things and new ideas to keep him happy and content.
Everything Is Made Up Of The Same Stuff, And At Our Command
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 28/11/2007 | Self Improvement
We have a twisted understanding and view of the world that is nothing close to the way that things really are. If we were to really understand the reality of things around us, our ability to experience what we want and use the law of attraction to have, do, and be what we choose would be much, much easier.
3 Infinite Loops That Will Stop Your Law Of Attraction Results
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 07/11/2007 | Self Improvement
Infinite loops or loops that you can easily get caught up in that will not only slow down your results when working with the law of attraction, but will probably bring your results to a complete halt.
How to Win With an Attitude of Gratitude
By: Michael Cheney | 08/10/2007 | Self Help
Use gratitude to improve your life. We've all got a lot to be thankful for so start thinking!
If Everyone Knows So Much, Why Are They So Miserable?
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 27/11/2007 | Self Improvement
I am amazed when I look around and listen to so many people as they tell me I should do this or that, or when they share their opinions about what is right or wrong.
Beyond the Secret: Spiritual Power and the Law of Attraction
By: Dr Lisa Love | 15/11/2007 | Coaching
It is no secret that people attract what they want; the key is to want the right things for the right reasons! In Beyond the Secret, Dr. Love asserts that it is critical that we move beyond the popular perception of the Law of Attraction; that the Law of Attraction is not just about “getting and spending”; that the Law of Attraction must be understood as a tool for developing an authentic spirituality that leads us from a focus on consumption to one of contribution.
3 Law Of Attraction Things You Absolutely Must Do
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 07/11/2007 | Self Improvement
There are a few things that you absolutely, without any question must do if you ever wish to have the law of attraction work in your life. Especially if you wish to have the law of attraction work as quickly as possible in your life.
Got a Question? Ask.
Ask the community a question about this article:
Q&A Powered by:
Latest Self Improvement Articles
The Awesome Power Of Gratitude
By: Jules Hawk | 06/09/2008
The expression of Gratitude has the capacity to transform your life, to develop the connection with Divinity, with your true inner self and the profound power within, to inspire, and to bring forth bounty and joy into your life.
Angelic Forces are Here Now
By: Kate Loving Shenk | 06/09/2008
Angels Are Known To Visit Where Catatrophe Looms. ER's, Hospitals and Hospices All Come To Mind (But Not Limited To). This Article Is A Review Of Dr. Robert D. Lesslie's New Book, "Angels In The ER."
Buy One, Get One Free or Bogof
By: Elsabe Smit | 06/09/2008
We believe that the illusions that other people create, but we do not believe that we can create our own reality. We then live the reality of someone else and complain about not getting what we want.
You Can Stop Feeling Frustrated
By: Maurine Patten | 06/09/2008
Feelings of frustration are something we may feel occasionally. Because they hamper success, it is important to know what to do when this happens. It cam happen in your personal or professional life. If it isn't stopped, it will drain your energy. You can stop feeling frustrated and experience more satisfaction and fulfillment in your life by following four steps that help stop frustration, renew energy, and enhance productivity.
How To Maintain Your Course Towards Self Improvement
By: Paul Hata | 06/09/2008
Stay on your self improvement course. Do not jump overboard. If you believe in your dream and is willing to see it through, you will surely enjoy the sweet reward of success when you arrive at your destination.
Your Keys To A Better Life
By: Paul Hata | 06/09/2008
There is more skills involved in time management than the core basics. Skills such as decision making, inherent abilities such as emotional intelligence and critical thinking are also essential to your personal growth
Life Is About Facing The Challenges Head On
By: Paul Hata | 06/09/2008
Just like any road, there are corners, detours, and crossroads in life. Perhaps the most perplexing road that you would encounter is a crossroad. With four roads to choose from and with limited knowledge on where they would go, which road will you take?
How To Be A Socially Empowered Person
By: Paul Hata | 06/09/2008
If you know your social skills and you make use of them, you will reach self-empowerment. Self-empowerment is making a general overhaul in your life and turning yourself into a happier and more successful person
More from Dwayne Gilbert
Becoming A Wealth Creating Machine
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 25/12/2007 | Self Improvement
Wealth is a term that is often times associated with money. We must first start by understanding that wealth is much more than just money. It's an internal perspective on the value of any given thing, including ourselves.
Everything, And Everyone, Are All Connected
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 28/11/2007 | Self Improvement
We have all heard different religions and philosophies talk about everyone and everything as being one, as being connected. The first thing that pops into many people's minds are how that is not only true, but possible, and what that has to do with the law of attraction and living the life of their dreams.
Everything Is Made Up Of The Same Stuff, And At Our Command
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 28/11/2007 | Self Improvement
We have a twisted understanding and view of the world that is nothing close to the way that things really are. If we were to really understand the reality of things around us, our ability to experience what we want and use the law of attraction to have, do, and be what we choose would be much, much easier.
Money Is An Illusion
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 28/11/2007 | Self Improvement
When working with the law of attraction, a very large majority of people ask for one thing, money. There are a few things we need to understand about money before we can ever hope to attract it, especially the fact that money is not only an illusion and not real, it's not at all what we want to attract.
The Man Who Needed New Eyes To See
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 27/11/2007 | Self Improvement
Once upon a time, a fisherman came down with a horrible disease that caused him to become bored and tired with his life. He would spend hours upon hours searching for new things and new ideas to keep him happy and content.
Be Happy, All The Time
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 27/11/2007 | Motivational
At the lowest point in my life, my mentor and life long teacher looked at me and smiled. I couldn't help but wonder what was so funny when I was doing everything within my power to keep myself together.
What Is This "Law Of Attraction You Deserve What You Want" Junk?
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 27/11/2007 | Self Improvement
There is a huge amount of talk within the law of attraction realm about opening up and deserving what you want. The truth about this whole deserving thing is simple. Most people DO NOT deserve what they want, and they most likely never will.
If Everyone Knows So Much, Why Are They So Miserable?
By: Dwayne Gilbert | 27/11/2007 | Self Improvement
I am amazed when I look around and listen to so many people as they tell me I should do this or that, or when they share their opinions about what is right or wrong.
Self Improvement 
