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12 Things That Make Life Worthwhile!
Happy New Year! Around the world, this is a time of renewal, celebration of new opportunities, and great optimism. Please accept our best wishes for a year of peace, joy, and success. And, note that any time of year is a great time to re-commit to the things that are most important. Our highest values and our dearest aspirations need constant attention, constant renewal, and constant reinforcement. Life has a way of distracting us. We get busy, and we forget who we are and what we truly want for ourselves and our loved ones. In the spirit of friendly reminder, here are "12 Things That Make Life Worthwhile". 1. Take time to dream - it hitches your soul to the stars. 2. Take time to work - it is the price of success. 3. Take time to think - it is the source of power. 4. Take time to play - it is the secret of youth. 5. Take time to read - it is the foundation of knowledge. 6. Take time to worship - it is the highway of reverence and washes the dust of earth from our eyes. 7. Take time for friends - they are the source of happiness. 8. Take time to love - it is the source of joy. 9. Take time to laugh - it helps with life's loads. 10. Take time for beauty - it is everywhere to be enjoyed. 11. Take time for health - it is the true treasure of life. 12. Take time to plan - it is the secret to getting the things you desire. Once again, Happy New Year! © Copyright 2003 by Philip E. Humbert. All Rights Reserved. This article may be copied and used in your own newsletter or on your website as long as you include the following information: "Written by Dr. Philip E. Humbert, writer, speaker and success coach. Dr. Humbert has over 300 free articles, tools and resources for your success, including a great newsletter! It's all on his website at: http://www.philiphumbert.com
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