Part of cultivating a good life is determining at least one thing you can do today that will make it a better day than yesterday.
Part of cultivating a good life is scheduling play + rest, just as you schedule other things.
Part of cultivating a good life is not over-scheduling our children (which tends to override family togetherness at home).
Part of cultivating a good life is ACTING on that feeling or prompting that you should do a specific something. Don't procrastinate.
Part of cultivating a good life is participating in service
Part of cultivating a good life is getting sufficient sleep. I know a lot of us struggle with this.
Part of cultivating a good life is not letting yourself get overwhelmed by the big sum of things. As my mom always told me, take it one step at a time.
Part of cultivating a good life is using your God-given talents to serve others for no personal gain. And don't think that you don't have talents. You most certainly do.
Part of cultivating a good life is beautifying the space around you. This doesn't mean you have to spend a lot of money either
Part of cultivating a good life is PLANNING for one-on-one time with each child on a regular basis. Don't count on it happening accidentally.
Part of cultivating a good life is making sure your spouse knows they are #1 in your life. If necessary, make changes to be sure the message is loud and clear.
Part of cultivating a good life is understanding that no other success can compensate for failure in the home. (David O. McKay)
Part of cultivating a good life is getting out of your comfort zone once in a while. How else are you going to grow + learn + evolve?
Part of cultivating a good life is not taking things personally. 99% of the time, it has nothing to do with you at all.
Part of cultivating a good life is constantly looking for TEACHING moments with your kids.
Part of cultivating a good life is being realistic about time. Don't say that something will take you 10 minutes when you KNOW it'll be 20.
Part of cultivating a good life is cranking up the music once in a while
Part of cultivating a good life is not expecting that others will feel/think/act the way you would.
Part of cultivating a good life is putting favorite photographs within your everyday surroundings as a constant reminder of your blessings.
Part of cultivating a good life is ASKING questions when you don’t know something. This applies to secular, spiritual, relationships ... everything. Just ask!
Part of cultivating a good life is surrounding yourself with people who lift + inspire you + make you want to be a better version of you.
Part of cultivating a good life is not over-committing yourself in too many places. (I have to keep learning this one over + over.)
Part of cultivating a good life is writing a letter to someone once in a while. Like - actual, real handwriting.
Part of cultivating a good life is having a good sense of humor.
Part of cultivating a good life is NOT procrastinating a simple thank-you that you owe someone.
Part of cultivating a good life taking care of yourself with proper sleep. If you're not getting enough, change something
Part of cultivating a good life is doing the thing that feels daunting or difficult … but you know it's the right thing to do.
Part of cultivating a good life is understanding that things don't change just because you wish they would. Do something.
Part of cultivating a good life is reading books, watching shows, visiting websites … that will uplift you. Don't waste time with media that steers you in the other direction.
Part of cultivating a good life is making eye contact when you're having a conversation. This teeny, tiny thing is actually a big deal (if you ask me).
Part of cultivating a good life is have a healthy self-image and instilling the same in your children. Don't say things that would make them feel less beautiful than they really are.
Part of cultivating a good life is loving people for who they are. Please refrain from nit-picking about other people's imperfections.
Part of cultivating a good life is doing your best to keep a "house of order". Minimize the chaos - for your sake, and your family's sake.
Part of cultivating a good life is recognizing what needs to change in your life. And change it.
Part of cultivating a good life is putting first things first.
Part of cultivating a good life is being willing to let others help you when they genuinely offer
Part of cultivating a good life is taking constructive criticism as just that. It's hard to not be defensive, but do try to learn from it.
Part of cultivating a good life is trying really, really hard to see people the way God sees them. With this perspective, we would be a whole lot more patient + kind.
Part of cultivating a good life is bringing out the best in others. As you recognize their strengths, try to emphasize, utilize, and help them foster growth in those areas.
Part of cultivating a good life is taking breaks
Part of cultivating a good life is appreciating where you live. Sure, there are other places you could be happy but BE HAPPY WHERE YOU ARE.
Part of cultivating a good life is recognizing what your talents are and using them to bless the lives of others. Don't tell me you're not talented. I don't buy that for a second. : )
Part of cultivating a good life is serving. Stepping outside of yourself + giving of your time, resources and talents is part of what gives us PURPOSE.
Part of cultivating a good life is singing. You don't have to have a great voice or do it in public. Even humming counts. : )
Part of cultivating a good life is moderation in all things (important to remember during the holidays)
Part of cultivating a good life is focusing on what you DO have, instead of what you don't.
Part of cultivating a good life is recognizing when it may be time to let something drop off our to-do list - especially during the holidays.
Part of cultivating a good life is being humble enough to recognize the source of all your blessings.
Part of cultivating a good life is complimenting your family members a lot … more than anyone else.
Part of cultivating a good life - if you're married - is being 100% loyal to your spouse.
Part of cultivating a good life is to try, try, try again.
Part of cultivating a good life is not being easily offended. If you receive criticism, think: What can I learn from this?
Part of cultivating a good life is remembering that you're not always right.
Part of cultivating a good life is not multi-tasking so much. Or ever. I know that's hard. I need this reminder big time.
Part of cultivating a good life is not gossiping. Gossip is poison that benefits NO one. Ever.
Part of cultivating a good life is keeping the Sabbath day holy. Rest, worship, service, or whatever it is you do to honor the Sabbath.
Part of cultivating a good life is de-cluttering the stuff (and not just the physical things) in your life that really are junk.
Part of cultivating a good life is remembering that you can't rely on anyone to make you happy. Happiness is a personal + proactive CHOICE.
Part of cultivating a good life is facing a new day with the attitude that there are important life lessons to be learned today.
Part of cultivating a good life is having integrity. You know what's right and what's wrong. Don't justify bad choices.
Part of cultivating a good life is being HAPPY for others when they have successes, especially those close to you.
Part of cultivating a good life is being conscientiously and proactively aware of how blessed we are.
Part of cultivating a good life is moderation in all things.
Part of cultivating a good life is being patient. This includes being patient with yourself.
Part of cultivating a good life is GIVING compliments to others. Not just thinking them.
Part of cultivating a good life is forgetting yourself sometimes + serving others.
Part of cultivating a good life is continually + proactively dating your spouse. Always.
Part of cultivating a good life is ... letting it go. Today is a great day to forgive someone.
Thanks to Becky Higgins for posting these
