2008-9-22 09:46
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Things you can do to change the world in 30 seconds
Attitude is foundational to success. A generous person with a positive attitude will thrive. If you change your attitude, you change your perception, change your actions, and change your life. As every life changes, you change the world.
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[color=Magenta]1. Change your tone of voice. [/color]j,[bOEVj%_3~
For 30 seconds, speak softer, calmer, or just more pleasantly. You might be surprised at the results. Did you know, for example, that a softer voice giving clear instructions commands more authority with children than a yell? If frustrated in a business dealing, try a more peaceful tone, even if only for 30 seconds, and see if it leads to a quicker resolution.
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[color=Magenta]2. Choose one idea you gave up and re-visit it. [/color]:u6m!A,S%Z
For 30 seconds, consider giving it one more try. Was there an invention, a project, or some task that just seemed too daunting or frustrating? Choose one and decide to try it one more time. Imagine if everyone mustered up the courage to use their God-given ingenuity in whatever their giftings. What new things would the world see created?
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[color=Magenta]3. For 30 seconds, give someone another chance. [/color]
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Listen for just one more time, re-evaluate a first impression, or give one more opportunity to see if they have changed. You may be surprised.
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Make it meaningful, look them in the eye, and show how you value them. It will mean the world. Imagine if every parent said affirming words to every child, for 30 seconds, everyday.dj,NA4n
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5. The next time you find yourself wanting instant gratification, impatiently wanting something you cannot have at that moment, [color=Magenta]give thanks to God for what you already do have for 30 seconds.[/color] It may change your attitude.r|'TrP
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[color=Magenta]6. For 30 seconds, stand up straighter and with your head held high. [/color]Look others in the eye and walk with confidence. See how great it feels?
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[color=Magenta]7. Choose one thing you were putting off for another time that could be done today, and decide to do it! [/color]It only takes 30 seconds to make a decision to act. Be sure you value keeping your promise to yourself, and then know that this will lead to action.blS,F#F-W
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8. Clean up someone else's mess.
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[color=Magenta]9. Compliment someone with a genuine comment on what you appreciate or respect about them.[/color]{'^3M/p)N)X(W8p