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T-Shirt Nosh: Engineer Compassion

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 07:08:21 PDT

Use your compassion to engineer random acts of kindness. Wear this shirt to remind the world to build the things that matter most. Engineer Compassion.

Engineer Compassion T-Shirt

Engineer Compassion Shirts by upnorthpw
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Inspirational Haiku: Crank Goal Inertia

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 06:58:18 PDT

crank goal inertia

Ambition is the path to success, persistence is the vehicle you arrive in. -William Eardley IV

the bike of success

takes consistent pedaling

crank goal inertia

don't give up shirts by wamtees
More Encouragement T-Shirts

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Micro-Poetic Spotlight: Blue Electric

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Thu, 31 May 2012 21:52:06 PDT

Today's micro-poetic spotlight shines on @Twaiku_Poetry. I just can't argue with blue electric.

The dragonfly / streaks the sky / blue electric #haiku #micropoetry — Twaiku(@Twaiku_Poetry) May 31, 2012

Words narrate life.

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Inspirational Haiku: Double Win

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Fri, 25 May 2012 16:39:11 PDT

be wise for yourself

be wise for yourself

heed advice meant for others

now a double win

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Inspirational Magnet: Flashlight of Hope

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sun, 20 May 2012 07:58:15 PDT

If you're having a tough day remember - The flashlight of hope has batteries that never need charging. Believe it can get better. It will.

flashlight of hope

Flashlight of Hope Magnet by upnorthpw
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Believe in Yourself

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Thu, 17 May 2012 20:18:06 PDT

believe in the best

this energy creates dreams

believe in yourself

Believe in the Best

Believe Haiku Magnet by upnorthpw
Browse more Haiku Magnets

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Photosynthesized

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sun, 13 May 2012 06:16:10 PDT

energetic sun

energetic sun

activates all green

photosynthesized

The sun is shining. I think I know how a plant must feel. Soak it up.

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Photosynthesized

You Are My Sunshine Poster - Gray by SignsByAndrea
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The Inspiration Buffet 05/10/2012

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Thu, 10 May 2012 00:30:23 PDT

RowdyKittens — social change through simple living

When you are not sure, the default should be to embrace change.

tags: social change simple living inspiration
Howl At This

Great photo of the supermoon.

tags: moon perigee photo inspiration
Beautiful Photo: Foggy Island

There is a poem here. The fog. Water. A great picture.

tags: island flickr photo inspiration
http://www.cs.utexas.edu/~field/holzer/truisms.txt

An interesing read. Most of these I agree with.

tags: truisms inspiration

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Birthday Cake and Beer

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:21:29 PDT

Birthday Cake and Beer

Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that the people who have the most live the longest. -Father Larry Lorenzoni

one more year older

my mind still clinging to youth

birthday cake and beer

Today is my birthday and I'm feelin' fine. Thankful for another year. Tonight I will have some birthday cake and a fine ale in you honor.

If you are in the giving spirit I would love for you to "like" our new Facebook page (upper right hand corner). You have my Fattitude of Gratitude.

Jeremy

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Motivational Haiku: Sweat

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sat, 05 May 2012 08:51:21 PDT

motivational haiku: sweat

dripping liquid proof

from hot tenacious friction

buys up sweet success

Badness you can get easily, in quantity; the road is smooth, and it lies close by, But in front of excellence the immortal gods have put sweat, and long and steep is the way to it.

-Hesiod

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The Inspiration Buffet 04/29/2012

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:30:29 PDT

Simplicity Isn’t Simple - FINCH

Simplicity in product design and development.

tags: simplicity simple inspiration
The Kindness Formula | Wisdom a la Carte Blog

Make it a habit to do three kind things a day: one for yourself, one for someone you know, and one for a stranger. Good advice.

tags: kindness wisdom inspiration
10 Simple Ways to Find Happiness | Psychology Today

10 solid tips for folks who are searching for happiness.

tags: simple happiness inspiration
blogging: Compassion is a choice

"Tolerance takes committment. Understanding requires listening. The lives of others are their own business as we plod along trying to make sense of the parameters of own selfish bubble. As surely as the microwave and super-fast broadband strip away the last vestiges of patience, which we as an ever evolving species need to consider the challenges of our fellow man, it has hardened our hearts and narrowed our minds to a laser sharp point."

There is power in taking the time you would normally use to judge others and choosing to spend it on improving yourself.

tags: compassion choice inspiration

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Build Your Character

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:42:36 PDT

Character Building

You cannot dream yourself into a character; you must hammer and forge yourself one.

-Henry David Thoreau

open up your eyes

the real change comes from hard work

construct something great

MORE INSPIRATION: Books That Build Character: A Guide to Teaching Your Child Moral Values Through Stories

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The Value of Time

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:41:46 PDT

A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.

-Charles Darwin

the value of time

should not be a mystery

if a man be wise

Life is too short to be anything but happy. by VectorGraphics
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Life is a gift. Take big drinks.

Happiness to you.

Jeremy

The Inspiration Buffet 04/25/2012

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:30:22 PDT

Fake Your Way to Happiness - Ideas Market - WSJ

This gives greater weight to the old saying, "Fake It Till You Make It"

tags: way happiness fake inspirational
Randy Taran: A Happy World Begins With a Happy YOU

"We live in an age of stark contradictions:
• Advances in productivity and technology exist while we relentlessly destroy the natural environment in the process.
• Sophisticated technological advancement AND over one billion people without enough to eat each day.
• If we continue mindlessly along the current economic trajectory, we risk undermining the Earth's life support systems - food supplies, clean water, and stable climate - necessary for human health and even survival in some places.
• Countries with great economic development (GNP) are coping with new crises of obesity, smoking, diabetes, depression and more.
• In the US, even with the rise in economic and technological progress over the last 50 years, life satisfaction has remained the same."

Success measured in happiness. Is our aim focused on the wrong target? What makes life worth living?

tags: happiness inspiration Bhutan
Poetry: I Believe in Happiness

A poetic approach to happiness. Poetry is worth sharing at all levels of sophistication.

tags: poetry happiness inspiration

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Motivational Haiku: Forgiveness

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:02:58 PDT

The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.

-Mahatma Gandhi

while in pain i learn

forgiveness wakes up karma

exhale grow move on

Namaste.

Einstein Rules: Four Lessons for a Better Life

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:21:21 PDT

Einstein Rules

Einstein is responsbile for the world's most famous equation. He was a brilliant physicist and a great ponderer of all things life. Here are four lessons inspired by this truly wise dude.

Strive For Functional Simplicity

"Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius -- and a lot of courage -- to move in the opposite direction."

We've become really adept at making things faster and cheaper. We live by the mantra "more, more,more". It's a rare genius that can create a simple design for a product or idea that lasts. Greater success and satisfaction belong to the fish who aren't afraid to swim upstream. In other words "simplify".

Be Awake

"I never think of the future. It comes soon enough."

If I don't watch it, I spend too much time planning. When the kids get older I ............ When I make more money I can ......... As I get lost in planning I waste my focus for the present moment. Being awake in the moment means I need to close the computer, turn of the phone, and roll around on the ground with my daughters. We are all getting older by the minute.

Listen...Really Listen

"Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be achieved by understanding."

If people slowed down and listened to themselves they might realize how silly they can sound. If we closed our yappers and thoughtfully listened, we might absorb more of the wisdom others have to offer. Listening can lead to an understanding of the things we all have in common. I am convinced that peace lives in quiet moments.

Be Confident. Be Patient.

"Not everything that counts can be counted, and not everything that can be counted counts." (Sign hanging in Einstein's office at Princeton)

Belief in yourself, mixed with persistence and patience, can only lead to great things. Sometimes only timed reflection can uncover the importance of a moment, and often it's the moment that's all that matters. Build relationships. Search for adventure. Love with everything you have. It's these things that are difficult to quantify that truly make a life "count".

We all have lessons we could teach the world. These lessons are inspired by one of the greatest thinkers our times. What lessons would you teach through living?

What are your rules?

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Jeremy

All quotes belong to Einstein....he rules!

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T-Shirt Nosh: The World Needs A Nap

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:36:52 PDT

There must be quite a few things that a hot bath won't cure, but I don't know many of them. ~Sylvia Plath,The Bell Jar

The World Needs A Nap by upnorthpw
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I wish you relaxation and calm in times of stress. I hope you can sneak in a nap.

Jeremy

The Inspiration Buffet 04/23/2012

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:30:21 PDT

50+ Quotes Guaranteed to Inject Your Day With Unbridled Awesomeness

Words of wisdom on how to bring your own sunshine and develop an attitude of gratitude.

tags: quotes inspirational awesom
» Crazy Talk: The Do-What-You-Love Guide :zenhabits

I am a sucker for any article that talks about doing what you love. This is my passion. If you are looking for a little movivation to try something new then this is a great place for you to start.

tags: crazy guide zenhabits passion inspiration
How to activate your happiness center - Raelianews

"Happiness is a decision and you can activate your happiness center at will through meditation."

How do you activate your happiness center? Is it bad that I often use a fine beverage and good music?

tags: how to happiness center inspiration
Quotes about Compassion

As if we need more reasons to show compassion, here are some more. Enjoy this classic quotes about compassion.

tags: quotes compassion inspiration
Bumper Sticker Buffet: Love The Environment

Here are a few bumper stickers that fit the Earth Day theme. Happy Earth Day.

tags: inspiration bumper buffet sticker environment

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Earth Day Haiku: On Time

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 18:46:37 PDT

We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.-- Native American Proverb

a gift from our kids

appreciate the treasure

pay the note on time

More Inspiration: The EARTH Book

Haiku Spotlight: To Google His Name

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 18:29:06 PDT

returning cold \

the desire \

to google his name

#haiku #nahaiwrimo
— polona (@cirrusdream) April 18, 2012

There are some really interesting haiku poems that flow in my Twitter stream. I thought I would start sharing some of them with you.

Thank you @cirrusdream for this one. You have me wondering what caused the desire to Google his name.

photo poetry: return to wisdom

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:24:55 PDT

my palace moves upon simple request
its beauty appears behind closed eyes
offering dreams of rarefied simplicity
and a chance to return to wisdom

Just think, today might be the day where you realize you have just enough.

Photo Poetry: poetry inspired by a great picture

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inspirational haiku: build your own happy

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:24:50 PDT

We either make ourselves happy or miserable. The amount of work is the same.--Carlos Castaneda

build your own happy

it is truly worthwhile work

peace of mind payment

More Inspiration: 365 Prescriptions for the Soul: Daily Messages of Inspiration, Hope, and Love

The Inspiration Buffet 04/10/2012

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:24:59 PDT

Why Seeking More Money Hurts Happiness - US News and World Report

It seems the non-purchasable intrinsics win again.

tags: money happiness news world inspirational inspiration
Creativity is the Future of Education | Heathers Design Blog

Creativity rocks! Enough said.

tags: creativity future education design blog inspiration
Mitt Romney Suffers Glitch — Shows Basic Human Compassion | Recess Appointment

I say expect the best from a person. If we practice compassion ourselves than this action deserves praise.

tags: shows basic human compassion inspiration
7 Vows of Compassion for World Leaders : OM Times Syndication

Use compassion to heal. This author suggests it's time for politicians to take a crash course in compassion.

tags: compassion world inspiration leaders
Minimal

What the world needs is people that have come alive - beautiful.

tags: minimalist life living inspiration

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The Inspiration Buffet 04/09/2012

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:24:56 PDT

Before You Know Kindness You Know that Mean People Suck. | Alone in the Childerness

Gotta love the poetry of kindness.

tags: kindness poetry inspiration
366 Random Acts of Kindness: Day 99: Passed Out Easter Baskets at Children's Memorial

Kindness rocks. Pass it on.

tags: acts kindness easter baskets children inspiration
Is 'Gross National Happiness' a Better Measurement than GDP? - Andrew Billo - International - The Atlantic

Darn right Gross National Happiness is a better measurement than GDP.

"On Monday, in Manhattan's bustling midtown, senior level officials came together at the United Nations to discuss a new economic paradigm at the High Level Meeting on Well-Being and Happiness, an event organized by Bhutan, a country that knows a little bit about happiness."

tags: gross national happiness measurement inspiration

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The Inspiration Buffet 04/08/2012

noreply@blogger.com (J. J.) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:24:59 PDT

The Inspiration Buffet - How Full Is Your Bucket? Positive Strategies for Work and Life

Here's another book suggestion for your library. It's full of wisdom and inspiration with its foundation rooted in science.

tags: inspiration buffet bucket positive book suggestion
Happiness may be overrated — Health — Bangor Daily News — BDN Maine

Is happiness overrated? Maybe we just need to know where to find it? What do you think?

tags: happiness health inspiration
5 Inspiring Quotes on Compassion - Activist Faith

Enjoy 5 more inspiring quotes on compassion. My personal favorite from this list is the quote by Seneca.

tags: quotes compassion activist faith inspiration
C is for Compassion « A Thousand Shades of Gray

More on compassion from the Dalai Lama. Spread compassion.

tags: compassion inspiration inspirational

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CHEW THE FAT

T-Shirt Nosh: Engineer Compassion

Inspirational Haiku: Crank Goal Inertia

Micro-Poetic Spotlight: Blue Electric

Inspirational Haiku: Double Win

Inspirational Magnet: Flashlight of Hope

Believe in Yourself

Photosynthesized

The Inspiration Buffet 05/10/2012

Birthday Cake and Beer

Motivational Haiku: Sweat

The Inspiration Buffet 04/29/2012

Build Your Character

The Value of Time

The Inspiration Buffet 04/25/2012

Motivational Haiku: Forgiveness

Einstein Rules: Four Lessons for a Better Life

T-Shirt Nosh: The World Needs A Nap

The Inspiration Buffet 04/23/2012

Earth Day Haiku: On Time

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