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The Word for Today is Adaptability.
First, I discussed flexibility (where the inflexible want you to adapt to them). Then, seven weeks later,I went into Chameleons and Ninjas.
What now? I'll give you one guess! Yup, the web. Hmmm... "the ability to change (or be changed) to fit changed circumstances". That sounds good to me.
Be flexible and have a great New Year!
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Words for the Day for Tuesday, December 30, 2008
The two Words for Today are Agility and Grace.
We actually put out some effort the first time through, even relating the two word to each other. Second time through was interesting, from the point of view that we were so absorbed with Grace that we completely ignored Agility!
We can't do that. Really. So let's see what the web says about Agility. I especially like how Wikipedia defines it: "Agility is the ability to change the body's position, and requires a combination of balance, coordination, speed, reflexes, strength, endurance and stamina".
Be agile and graceful.
We actually put out some effort the first time through, even relating the two word to each other. Second time through was interesting, from the point of view that we were so absorbed with Grace that we completely ignored Agility!
We can't do that. Really. So let's see what the web says about Agility. I especially like how Wikipedia defines it: "Agility is the ability to change the body's position, and requires a combination of balance, coordination, speed, reflexes, strength, endurance and stamina".
Be agile and graceful.
Monday, December 29, 2008
Word for the Day for Monday, December 29, 2008
The Word for Today is Acceleration.
First, it was "speed up and slow down". Next, we went deeper with a Triple Artisan transit. (Today is Warrior block, Artisan row and Artisan day or casting).
Today, I see what the web thinks. One surprised me a bit: "an increase in rate of change". Change? Not speed, such as acceleration of a car? Wow! Or, how about, "Academic acceleration is the advancement of students in subjects at a rate that places them ahead of where they would be in normal school curriculum"?
That same web link even points out to me that there's a Norwegian metal band called, "Acceleration".
Happy Acceleration, folks!
First, it was "speed up and slow down". Next, we went deeper with a Triple Artisan transit. (Today is Warrior block, Artisan row and Artisan day or casting).
Today, I see what the web thinks. One surprised me a bit: "an increase in rate of change". Change? Not speed, such as acceleration of a car? Wow! Or, how about, "Academic acceleration is the advancement of students in subjects at a rate that places them ahead of where they would be in normal school curriculum"?
That same web link even points out to me that there's a Norwegian metal band called, "Acceleration".
Happy Acceleration, folks!
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Words for the Day for Sunday, December 28, 2008
The Two Words for Today are Patience and Tolerance.
Once again, this is the third time. First time, I began the definitions, and second time, continued them, though both times, these were my own definitions.
This time, let's get some help, first for Patience, and then Tolerance.
Patience? "good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence". I like how the first word leads to the second one!
Tolerance? "permissiveness: a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior". I like this definition because it distinguishes Tolerance from Acceptance.
Once more, what do you think?
Once again, this is the third time. First time, I began the definitions, and second time, continued them, though both times, these were my own definitions.
This time, let's get some help, first for Patience, and then Tolerance.
Patience? "good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence". I like how the first word leads to the second one!
Tolerance? "permissiveness: a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior". I like this definition because it distinguishes Tolerance from Acceptance.
Once more, what do you think?
Weekly Theme for the Week of December 28, 2008 to January 3, 2009
The Theme for this Week is Husbandry.
This word is usually thought of, in regards to farming. In fact, it has a lot in common with last week's theme of cultivation. The web gives us some examples, such as Animal husbandry, "breeding and raising livestock".
So what does this mean in our lives? What indeed?
This word is usually thought of, in regards to farming. In fact, it has a lot in common with last week's theme of cultivation. The web gives us some examples, such as Animal husbandry, "breeding and raising livestock".
So what does this mean in our lives? What indeed?
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Word for the Day for Saturday, December 27, 2008
The Word for Today is Acknowledgment.
Fourteen weeks ago, I shared a dream. Then, seven weeks later, I left it at acknowledging everything around me.
Let's actually take a look at the word today. Recognition, of course. "Formal Declaration" (before a Notary Republic), to establish authenticity, is another definition.
Once again, let's acknowledge those who assist us in our accomplishments.
Fourteen weeks ago, I shared a dream. Then, seven weeks later, I left it at acknowledging everything around me.
Let's actually take a look at the word today. Recognition, of course. "Formal Declaration" (before a Notary Republic), to establish authenticity, is another definition.
Once again, let's acknowledge those who assist us in our accomplishments.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Word for the Day for Friday, December 26, 2008
The Word for Today is Kindness.
The first time through simply had Kindness "speaking for itself". Second time, I went into more detail, such as how active Kindness can be.
The web helps by adding more definitions, such as Warmhearted, Considerate, Humane, and Sympathetic. Forgiveness is also suggested as a type of Kindness.
However Kindness is defined, the world needs a lot of it right now.
The first time through simply had Kindness "speaking for itself". Second time, I went into more detail, such as how active Kindness can be.
The web helps by adding more definitions, such as Warmhearted, Considerate, Humane, and Sympathetic. Forgiveness is also suggested as a type of Kindness.
However Kindness is defined, the world needs a lot of it right now.
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Word for the Day for Thursday, December 25, 2008
The Word for Today is Encouragement.
First off, Merry Christmas! Fourteen weeks ago, I did nothing but offer encouragement. Seven weeks later, I found some web definitions, including approval/support and hope/support.
Continuing in this vein, I'll go for the more bizarre definitions, such as "incitement to action or to practice" and "appropriate curriculum modifications, changes, and innovations in programs". Say, what?
I'll close like I did 14 weeks ago: I encourage you!
First off, Merry Christmas! Fourteen weeks ago, I did nothing but offer encouragement. Seven weeks later, I found some web definitions, including approval/support and hope/support.
Continuing in this vein, I'll go for the more bizarre definitions, such as "incitement to action or to practice" and "appropriate curriculum modifications, changes, and innovations in programs". Say, what?
I'll close like I did 14 weeks ago: I encourage you!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Word for the Day for Wednesday, December 24, 2008
The Word for Today is Thoughtfulness.
First off, it would probably be more thoughtful for me to submit these daily words earlier in the day.
Fourteen weeks ago, I discussed how much better a world we could live in if more people were thoughtful. Then, seven weeks later was the day after our Presidential election.
The Web gives us some good definitions, such as Contemplation, Consideration, and "the trait of thinking carefully before acting". Good enough for me!
First off, it would probably be more thoughtful for me to submit these daily words earlier in the day.
Fourteen weeks ago, I discussed how much better a world we could live in if more people were thoughtful. Then, seven weeks later was the day after our Presidential election.
The Web gives us some good definitions, such as Contemplation, Consideration, and "the trait of thinking carefully before acting". Good enough for me!
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Word for the Day for Tuesday, December 23, 2008
The Word for Today is Support.
First, I ask a question. Then come answers, such as support groups and foundations.
The web also has foundations and groups in its definitions.
Do you feel support?
First, I ask a question. Then come answers, such as support groups and foundations.
The web also has foundations and groups in its definitions.
Do you feel support?
Monday, December 22, 2008
Word for the Day for Monday, December 22, 2008
The Word for Today is Comfort.
First time through, I discussed my own views on the word, including the importance to me of having a "base of operations". Then, seven weeks later, I discuss my own lack of a "base of operations"!
This time, let's look at the web: "a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain". Hmmm... I've been relaxed, had pain, yet, because I was not paying attention to the pain, considered myself to be in comfort. "a feeling of freedom from worry or disappointment". My take on this one is that, since worry doesn't help me at all, and since I avoid disappointment by being calm, relaxed and neutral, then this version of Comfort is achievable at all times.
What's your take on comfort?
First time through, I discussed my own views on the word, including the importance to me of having a "base of operations". Then, seven weeks later, I discuss my own lack of a "base of operations"!
This time, let's look at the web: "a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain". Hmmm... I've been relaxed, had pain, yet, because I was not paying attention to the pain, considered myself to be in comfort. "a feeling of freedom from worry or disappointment". My take on this one is that, since worry doesn't help me at all, and since I avoid disappointment by being calm, relaxed and neutral, then this version of Comfort is achievable at all times.
What's your take on comfort?
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Word for the Day for Sunday, December 21, 2008
The Word for Today is Nourishment.
We began this word, first time around, with a bang, Transactional Analysis style. (Yes, conversational Nourishment). On my second try, I suggested Intellectual Nourishment.
What next? Just a reminder that we all need our food, whether physical, emotional, mental or spiritual.
We began this word, first time around, with a bang, Transactional Analysis style. (Yes, conversational Nourishment). On my second try, I suggested Intellectual Nourishment.
What next? Just a reminder that we all need our food, whether physical, emotional, mental or spiritual.
Weekly Theme for Week of December 21-27, 2008
The Theme for this Week is Cultivation.
The web has quite a bit to say about this, for instance, "socialization through training and education to develop one's mind or manners".
You can also plant seeds in your garden, to make pretty flowers.
The web has quite a bit to say about this, for instance, "socialization through training and education to develop one's mind or manners".
You can also plant seeds in your garden, to make pretty flowers.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Word for the Day for Saturday, December 20, 2008
Friday, December 19, 2008
Word for the Day for Friday, December 19, 2008
The Word for Today is Liberation.
First was the lack, thereof. Then, I complained about web definitions without bothering to give a link!
Well, here are those web definitions that I can now more intelligently complain about, the main complaint being circular definitions (using the word Liberate in the definition).
However, they aren't all bad: "the attempt to achieve equal rights or status", or a less favorable (but, unfortunately, popular with today's corporations), "dismissal: the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart)".
How do I interpret this word? How about Spiritual liberation?
First was the lack, thereof. Then, I complained about web definitions without bothering to give a link!
Well, here are those web definitions that I can now more intelligently complain about, the main complaint being circular definitions (using the word Liberate in the definition).
However, they aren't all bad: "the attempt to achieve equal rights or status", or a less favorable (but, unfortunately, popular with today's corporations), "dismissal: the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart)".
How do I interpret this word? How about Spiritual liberation?
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Word for the Day for Thursday, December 18, 2008
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Word for the Day for Wednesday, December 17, 2008
The Word for Today is Impartiality.
When we first encountered this word, I described how difficult it is to be impartial. Second time through was more about judgment and filters.
Now the web has a lot to say about this word, for example, "an inclination to weigh both views or opinions equally".
As always, I welcome comments.
When we first encountered this word, I described how difficult it is to be impartial. Second time through was more about judgment and filters.
Now the web has a lot to say about this word, for example, "an inclination to weigh both views or opinions equally".
As always, I welcome comments.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Word for the Day for Tuesday, December 16, 2008
The Word for Today is Consequence.
First time through, it was about the game show, "Truth or Consequences". Second time, I threw my hands up in the air and asked for help.
I'll try to do better this time, beginning with the web. This idea, of course, is that Consequence is the "effect" part of "Cause and Effect". Karma comes to mind, since people often think of Consequence(s) as a "negative" occurrence. Another insight from the "web link" is, "the Outcome of an Event, especially as it pertains to an individual".
First time through, it was about the game show, "Truth or Consequences". Second time, I threw my hands up in the air and asked for help.
I'll try to do better this time, beginning with the web. This idea, of course, is that Consequence is the "effect" part of "Cause and Effect". Karma comes to mind, since people often think of Consequence(s) as a "negative" occurrence. Another insight from the "web link" is, "the Outcome of an Event, especially as it pertains to an individual".
Monday, December 15, 2008
Word for the Day for Monday, December 15, 2008
The Word for Today is Elimination.
First was the human body, then, a process (of elimination).
Perhaps now, I can look closer at the web definitions, seeing phrases like "expelling or throwing off", or words like "extinguishment" and "withdrawal".
Once again, "Goal of Discrimination" comes to mind, but more for things already in our lives.
First was the human body, then, a process (of elimination).
Perhaps now, I can look closer at the web definitions, seeing phrases like "expelling or throwing off", or words like "extinguishment" and "withdrawal".
Once again, "Goal of Discrimination" comes to mind, but more for things already in our lives.
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Word for the Day for Sunday, December 14, 2008
The Word for today is Self-Reliance.
First come the bootstraps, then some, brass tacks to chew on.
Can the web help me to define this?
Let's see -- Yes!!!
Today's word is even an essay, written by Ralph Waldo Emerson.
First come the bootstraps, then some, brass tacks to chew on.
Can the web help me to define this?
Let's see -- Yes!!!
Today's word is even an essay, written by Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Weekly Theme for the Week of December 14-20, 2008
The Theme for This Week is Choice.
How choosy are you? Do you take what comes first? Finally accept what is left over after everybody else has taken all but? Somewhere in between?
One of the Michael Goals is Discrimination. Ponder that.
How choosy are you? Do you take what comes first? Finally accept what is left over after everybody else has taken all but? Somewhere in between?
One of the Michael Goals is Discrimination. Ponder that.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Word for the Day for Saturday, December 13, 2008
The Word for Today is Expansion.
First time, I compared "expansion around the middle" to Spiritual expansion. (Which would you prefer?)
Second time, I discussed breathing: Expand, contract, expand, contract, repeat.
Where do I go today, the web? Lots of choices there, the main ones using "increasing" with lots of possibilities as to what to increase.
First time, I compared "expansion around the middle" to Spiritual expansion. (Which would you prefer?)
Second time, I discussed breathing: Expand, contract, expand, contract, repeat.
Where do I go today, the web? Lots of choices there, the main ones using "increasing" with lots of possibilities as to what to increase.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Words for the Day for Friday, December 12, 2008
The Words for Today are Trust and Faith.
My best definition came 14 weeks ago. I especially wish to stress that Trust must be earned.
Then, 7 weeks ago, I went to the web, getting a good definition for Faith, "Complete confidence in a person or plan". (The web definition for Trust included the word, Faith).
Today, I throw it out to the public: Who do you trust? Who trusts you? Who do you have faith in? Do you have faith in yourself?
My best definition came 14 weeks ago. I especially wish to stress that Trust must be earned.
Then, 7 weeks ago, I went to the web, getting a good definition for Faith, "Complete confidence in a person or plan". (The web definition for Trust included the word, Faith).
Today, I throw it out to the public: Who do you trust? Who trusts you? Who do you have faith in? Do you have faith in yourself?
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Word for the Day for Thursday, December 11, 2008
The Word for Today is Gratitude.
This is almost an easy one for me, because I have gratitude to pretty much everything and everybody, who allows me to continue to exist, live, and ask these questions that I so often do.
So be it. Thank you all.
This is almost an easy one for me, because I have gratitude to pretty much everything and everybody, who allows me to continue to exist, live, and ask these questions that I so often do.
So be it. Thank you all.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Word for the Day for Wednesday, December 10, 2008
The Word for Today is Equality.
Again, this makes three times. First, I came up with "Equal Diversity". Next up, I beat around the bush, discussing anything but Equality.
Let's look at the web definitions. After eliminating the circular ones (ones with "Equal" in them), we get things like, "same in quantity or measure or value or status", or "measure of how similar people are to one another". I'll leave it to that, suggesting that, if we are mostly similar, why do we need to treat each other so badly?
Again, this makes three times. First, I came up with "Equal Diversity". Next up, I beat around the bush, discussing anything but Equality.
Let's look at the web definitions. After eliminating the circular ones (ones with "Equal" in them), we get things like, "same in quantity or measure or value or status", or "measure of how similar people are to one another". I'll leave it to that, suggesting that, if we are mostly similar, why do we need to treat each other so badly?
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Word for the Day for Tuesday, December 9, 2008
The Word for Today is Prudence.
Fourteen weeks ago, I honestly took on this word, suggesting thinking about it before speaking (as well as suggesting that it "isn't for wimps"). However, seven weeks ago, I literally threw my hands up in the air, after looking at the Google definitions.
Let's take another look at those Google definitions. (Hmmm... Why did I throw my hands up last time. This isn't so bad). The main words I see in these definitions (besides the circular use of "Prudent") are Discretion and Wisdom.
Fourteen weeks ago, I honestly took on this word, suggesting thinking about it before speaking (as well as suggesting that it "isn't for wimps"). However, seven weeks ago, I literally threw my hands up in the air, after looking at the Google definitions.
Let's take another look at those Google definitions. (Hmmm... Why did I throw my hands up last time. This isn't so bad). The main words I see in these definitions (besides the circular use of "Prudent") are Discretion and Wisdom.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Word for the Day for Monday, December 8, 2008
The Word for Today is Innocence.
First time through, I caught on something I've been discussing with some close friends, "Instinctive Center" [or Subconscious] cleanup. When taking an action like this, things often come up that require self-forgiveness (see yesterday). However, when I can simply relax and, simply "be myself", that leads to a child-like feeling of innocence.
I knew this would come up, but the second time through, I did my current task of "taking the word apart", coming up with less complimentary definitions.
So what am I to do third time around except to look elsewhere on the web? The word is actually used in many different contexts, such as movie and music titles. But I'm partial to a surprising "definition" in, what turns out to be a 7th grade quiz. Find the right one! :-)
First time through, I caught on something I've been discussing with some close friends, "Instinctive Center" [or Subconscious] cleanup. When taking an action like this, things often come up that require self-forgiveness (see yesterday). However, when I can simply relax and, simply "be myself", that leads to a child-like feeling of innocence.
I knew this would come up, but the second time through, I did my current task of "taking the word apart", coming up with less complimentary definitions.
So what am I to do third time around except to look elsewhere on the web? The word is actually used in many different contexts, such as movie and music titles. But I'm partial to a surprising "definition" in, what turns out to be a 7th grade quiz. Find the right one! :-)
Word for the Day for Sunday, December 7, 2008
The (belated) Word for (the day before) Today is (was) Forgiveness.
Like, for example, will I forgive myself for being behind a day in these words? :-)
First time through, I "went Biblical", and second time, I stressed how easy it is for us to make mistakes.
When I went to the web, I was a bit discouraged to find a lot of circular definitions (i.e. "...willingness to forgive"). However, Wikipedia has some good, in-depth things to say.
Like, for example, will I forgive myself for being behind a day in these words? :-)
First time through, I "went Biblical", and second time, I stressed how easy it is for us to make mistakes.
When I went to the web, I was a bit discouraged to find a lot of circular definitions (i.e. "...willingness to forgive"). However, Wikipedia has some good, in-depth things to say.
Weekly Themes for Week of December 7-13, 2008
The Themes for this Week are Transition and Transformation.
For two weeks in a row, we have two words, one that appears to be Ordinal and the other that appears to be Cardinal. Also, both weeks, it has to do with change.
Last week, it was about change "dropping down from above" (Precipitation), or occurring via direct action (Initiation). This week, the same idea. Transitions occur all the time, whether anybody likes them or not. However, Transformation, in my opinion, generally requires some action on the part of the one who is transformed (quite frequently spiritual growth).
As always, I welcome comments and questions.
For two weeks in a row, we have two words, one that appears to be Ordinal and the other that appears to be Cardinal. Also, both weeks, it has to do with change.
Last week, it was about change "dropping down from above" (Precipitation), or occurring via direct action (Initiation). This week, the same idea. Transitions occur all the time, whether anybody likes them or not. However, Transformation, in my opinion, generally requires some action on the part of the one who is transformed (quite frequently spiritual growth).
As always, I welcome comments and questions.
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Word for the Day for Saturday, December 6, 2008
The Word for Today is Authenticity.
We took this word on a couple of times before. First, how well my life has been since I've been able to relax and just be myself. I went all out the second time, including discussing other ways that I express myself on the Internet.
This time, I ask the web for help, getting lots of it, it seems. Take your pick!
We took this word on a couple of times before. First, how well my life has been since I've been able to relax and just be myself. I went all out the second time, including discussing other ways that I express myself on the Internet.
This time, I ask the web for help, getting lots of it, it seems. Take your pick!
Friday, December 5, 2008
Word for the Day for Friday, December 5, 2008
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Word for the Day for Thursday, December 4, 2008
The Word for Today is Socialization.
Unlike yesterday's word, I did a bit more work on this one, however, more seven weeks ago than fourteen. (I like the August 28th one better, however, because we are social animals, and I most certainly find the Michael community friendly).
Rest on my Laurals? Never! (Well, hardly ever, tee hee!) What I found, however, is that, last October, I might have made this Google Search on Socialization (but not provided the link -- how rude of me...) Because a number of those definitions are not complimentary. Others are, however, such as "...learn to behave willingly..." and "learning to interact well with others".
Unlike yesterday's word, I did a bit more work on this one, however, more seven weeks ago than fourteen. (I like the August 28th one better, however, because we are social animals, and I most certainly find the Michael community friendly).
Rest on my Laurals? Never! (Well, hardly ever, tee hee!) What I found, however, is that, last October, I might have made this Google Search on Socialization (but not provided the link -- how rude of me...) Because a number of those definitions are not complimentary. Others are, however, such as "...learn to behave willingly..." and "learning to interact well with others".
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Word for the Day for Wednesday, December 3, 2008
The Word for Today is Concentration.
Fourteen weeks ago, I discussed my favorite game show as a kid, which combined concentration with memory. (Then, seven weeks ago, I had very little to add).
Anybody seeing a pattern here? This time, Google had a lot of good things to say about Concentration; even some less flattering phrases that included our word (like let's keep away from those Camps, folks!)
Fourteen weeks ago, I discussed my favorite game show as a kid, which combined concentration with memory. (Then, seven weeks ago, I had very little to add).
Anybody seeing a pattern here? This time, Google had a lot of good things to say about Concentration; even some less flattering phrases that included our word (like let's keep away from those Camps, folks!)
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Word for the Day for Tuesday, December 2, 2008
The Word for Today is Acceptability.
First, it was about self-acceptance (quite important, by the way). The second time through was a comment on the Bush misuse of the word.
The online dictionaries equate it with approval.
Do you consider yourself acceptable?
First, it was about self-acceptance (quite important, by the way). The second time through was a comment on the Bush misuse of the word.
The online dictionaries equate it with approval.
Do you consider yourself acceptable?
Monday, December 1, 2008
Word for the Day for Monday, December 1, 2008
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