hope

The third of January 2019

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Sometimes, it is easy to be overwhelmed with worry about all the things that could go wrong. What if, the next time you feel bogged down by negative possibilities you stop and ask yourself – what if everything goes right? What if my plan succeeds in the best possible way? What is the best possible outcome? If you don’t go for it, you will probably avoid the worst case scenario – but you also deny yourself the possibility for the best case scenario. So, go for it, and envision what will happen if everything works out!

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What is the best case scenario, rather than the worst?

The first day of 2019

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Happy New Year! As usual, I make a lot of resolutions. First, I am going to stay hydrated this year. Second, I intend to wear leggings more often. Third, I will take more pictures of goats.

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Resolved: More goats for 2019.

The tenth of December 2018

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Mondays can be really stressful. Sometimes, you may not feel totally refreshed or motivated to get back to work after the weekend.  Any task that is worth doing is likely to be challenging in some way or another. When you feel like your motivation is sapped, remember that even a few steps forward is progress. Keep moving and chipping away, it doesn’t all have to get done today.

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Don’t overthink it, just keep going.

The seventeenth of November 2018

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One of the many reasons why I find goats to be such inspiring creatures is that they always appear to be thinking about something. What do goats think about? Do they think about the welfare of other goats? Do they think about climate change? Do they think about geopolitical mishaps and troublesome election results? Do they concern themselves with human affairs at all? Is there some kind of caprine realpolitik that they are all carrying out; or rather, a moral ethical code each goat is compelled to fulfill? Are they just contemplating which plant is would be the delicious? Are they plotting an eventual global goat liberation moment where they will collectively free themselves of their pens and fences and break free from human bondage? It is unlikely that humans will ever discover the answer to these and other questions about goat thought and goat behavior.

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What are you thinking about, sir?

The twelfth of November 2018

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Confidence is the belief in oneself and the belief that one has the ability to succeed. It is easy to allow self doubt to creep into your mind, but don’t let it. To quote a fantastic, classic film 10 Things I Hate About You, don’t let anyone, ever, make you feel like you don’t deserve what you want. You’ve got this, you can do this, and you’re amazing. Be fearless this week, believe in yourself and that anything is possible.

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Cool, calm and confident.

The eleventh of November 2018

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Are you looking for inspiration for the coming week? Sometimes, the best inspiration is hiding in plain sight. Enjoy whatever is around you, keep your expectations low and be happy today. Save anxiety and worry about what is on the other side for another day.

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Have a lovely Sunday.

The sixth of November 2018

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Sometimes it’s seems as though the news is always bad and the world hangs in a constant state of anxiety. These feelings are hard to shake, but rest assured, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. There is always a glimmer of hope, something to work towards, and something to be grateful for. You never know, you might be closer to the other side of the mountain than you think.

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Be hopeful today.