Word for the Day: Friday, November 30, 2018

The Word for Today (Friday) is Kindness.  A Kind Patron?  (The Best type!  [I was going to say, "The Best Kind", but that gets weird]).  Conduct Random Acts of Kindness:  They help the World go around!

Word for the Day: Thursday, November 29, 2018

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Encouragement.  Encouraging Patronage?  (Of Course!)  Here is one caution about Encouragement:  Be careful what you Encourage, because you are likely to have to live with it, long term.  And also remember:  It takes Courage to En-Courage.

Word for the Day: Wednesday, November 28, 2018

The Word for Today (Wednesday) is Thoughtfulness.  And this works in both directions:  Patrons being Thoughtful towards the Organizations they support.  And, likewise, Organizations being Thoughtful towards their Patrons.  And what  *is*  Thoughtfulness, but Thinking, before Speaking or Acting?  Very helpful!

Word for the Day: Tuesday, November 27, 2018

The Word for Today (Tuesday) is Support.  Patronage?  Support?  Definitely related.  For example, if you Support your Local Public Library, You can also be called a Patron of it.  These all go together, you know.

Word for the Day: Monday, November 26, 2018

The Word for Today (Monday) is Comfort.  And yes, I choose to Patronize businesses, that give importance to the topic of Comfort.  For example, would you rather eat at a Restaurant with comfortable chairs, or a Restaurant with uncomfortable stools to sit on?  The Food may be the same, but what am I more likely to enjoy?

Word for the Day: Sunday, November 25, 2018

The Word for Today (Sunday) is Nourishment.  And what better place to be a Patron of, than one which, as its Business Model, provides Nourishing (and, hopefully Delicious) meals for the area it is in?  Think about it.

Weekly Theme: Week of 10/25 to 11/01/2018

The Theme for this Week is Patronage.  So what does it mean to be a Patron?  "one who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, cause, or activity"?  You hear about this, mainly in the Arts (i.e. a Patron of a Symphony Orchestra, a Public Library, or a TV Station).  But it also could be a Restaurant or Store.  Where do you spend your Time and Money?  You see?

Word for the Day: Saturday, November 24, 2018

The Word for Today (Saturday) is Prosperity.  So  *how*,  exactly does a good-working Code of Ethics help with Personal Prosperity?  For one, it's likely to help you to  *keep*  what you Gain.  For example, if you are Convicted of Robbing a Bank, do you think the Police/Prosecuter/Judge are likely to just  "let you"  keep the Money you got?  Be Real!

Word for the Day: Friday, November 23, 2018

The Word for Today (Friday) is Liberation.  Are you in Prison?  Even figuratively?  (Family restrictions?  Financial issues?  Political Repression?  Prisons aren't always physical).  Setting up your own Code of Ethics, and keeping to them, can be a way to garner Respect from those around you, and may even lead to a well-earned Liberation down the line.

Word for the Day: Thursday, November 22, 2018

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Wisdom.  A Wise Code of Ethics?  (Of course:  The Best Kind!)  Does Wisdom depend on what books you read?  (Trick question:  Enlightening Books can help, but Life Experience is where the most Wisdom comes).  Live Wisely!

Word for the Day: Wednesday, November 21, 2018

The Word for Today (Wednesday) is Impartiality.  A Set of Principles that include being Impartial when practical?  [or]  An Impartial Code of Ethics?  (The First leads to the Second).  I fully agree with the fact that Impartiality is hard to find,  *ESPECIALLY*  in the News Realm.  But that shouldn't stop us from making it a direction to strive for.

Word for the Day: Tuesday, November 20, 2018

The Word for Today (Tuesday) is Consequence.  "So, are there Consequences to having your own set of Principles, and your own Code of Ethics?"  "Of Course!"  But then, the other Shoe Drops:.  "But Consider this:  There are  *ALSO*  Consequences, to Refusing to Maintain your  *own*  set of Principles, as well as your  *own*  Code of Ethics!"  Confusing?  A Lot of  "This"  is!

Word for the Day: Monday, November 19, 2018

The Word for Today (Monday) is Elimination.  Eliminating Principles and Ethics?  (No!!!)  But we  *can*  Eliminate issues, that stand in the way of us taking control of our own Code of Ethics.  See, you are in control of your Life, because you are the only person who can  *live*  your life. If it seems otherwise, question the situation.  And Good Luck!

Word for the Day: Sunday, November 18, 2018

The Word for Today (Sunday) is Self-Reliance.  This actually goes together with our Themes because, when all is said and done, you are in charge of your Life.  You  *can*  "borrow" aspects of someone else's Code of Ethics  (for example, that of a Church),  but that doesn't change the fact that you are in Charge.

Weekly Themes: Week of November 18-24, 2018

The Themes for this Week are Principles and Ethics.  Do you have a Set of Principles?  Do you have your own Code of Ethics?  Some organizations (i.e. Churches) suggest you shouldn't (but use theirs instead).  But, when all is said and done, you are responsible for your own Life.  Even if you accept someone else's Code of Ethics, you will still be Blamed, if something goes wrong.  (And yes, some have been known to Justify one or more Crimes that they committed, by saying something like, "God told me to do it!")

How about a Principle of Living a Balanced Life? 

Word for the Day: Saturday, November 17, 2018

The Word for Today (Saturday) is Expansion.  Salvaging Expansion?  [or]  Expanded Salvation?  (Second one sounds better).  Keep in mind that multiple things can be Expanded.  For example, I fully recommend Expanded Intellect, as well as Expanded Spirituality.  However, be careful about Expanding the middle of your body, say, with excessive amounts of delicious food.  Balance is the answer.

Words for the Day: Friday, November 16, 2018

The Words for Today (Friday) are Trust and Faith.  Salvaging Trust can be difficult, if that Trust had been Violated.  However, we can have Faith in our own Salvation, assuming we aren't preventing it by our own Beliefs.

Word for the Day: Thursday, November 15, 2018

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Gratitude.  And I  *most*  *definitely*  have Immense Gratitude, for everybody who helped (or is helping) me in my on-going Salvation!  Notice, by the way, that we have Thanksgiving, Two Weeks in a Row this year:  Today, Virtually, due to a  "Word",  and next Thursday, via (at least in the United States), a National Holiday.

Word for the Day: Wednesday, November 14, 2018

The Word for Today (Wednesday) is Equality. Salvaging Equality? We *do* have a Civil Rights issue in this World we are on. And some Governments don't seem to agree with the idea of Equal Opportunity. But, in the Universe, anybody can Be.

Word for the Day: Tuesday, November 13, 2018

The Word for Today (Tuesday) is Prudence.  Salvaging Prudence?  [or]  Prudent Salvation?  (Hmmm...)  Since Prudence is based on Practicality, it can lead to a Balanced Life, where you are not in the sort of "trouble", that migh t *require*  Salvation.  In other words, prevention.

Word for the Day: Monday, November 12, 2018

The Word for Today (Monday) is Innocence.  Salvaging Innocence?  (Sure:  Would be a good outcome to a Criminal Trial).  But remember that "opposite of Guilty" is only one meaning of Innocence  --  The other meaning is found, with the following phrase:  "The Innocence of Little Children".  Be Innocent.

Word for the Day: Sunday, November 11, 2018

The Word for Today (Sunday) is Forgiveness.  "Salvaging Forgiveness"?  [or]  "Forgiving Salvation"?  (Both possible).  But, in my Opinion, Forgiveness can be a part of Personal Salvation.  What do You Think?

Weekly Themes: Week of November 11-17, 2018

The Themes for this Week are Salvage and Salvation.  "Salvage our Salvation?"  (Right!)  But there are different connotations to these two Themes:  You could Salvage a Boat, found after being lost at sea.  But has that Boat "found its Salvation"?  Because Salvation is a "more personal" Word, with a "Theological" Definition:  "deliverance from Sin".  Should be an interesting Week!

Word for the Day: Saturday, November 10, 2018

The Word for Today (Saturday) is Authenticity.  An Authentic Addiction?  (Instead of a Dinner Plate, the "Certificate of Authenticity" is for an Addiction?  That might make a good, "Saturday Night Live" skit!)  But realize the most important thing:  The one you  *really*  need to be Authentic to, is Yourself.

Word for the Day: Friday, November 9, 2018

The Word for Today (Friday) is Interpretation.  So how  *would*  one Interpret the Topic of Addiction?  Really, how?  (I don't have the Answer here).  But, to change the subject, if you know more than one Language, you have an opportunity for a great Career, as an Interpreter.

Word for the Day: Thursday, November 8, 2018

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Socialization.  Addictions in Social situations?  Absolutely, as people appear to like being with others, who share their Addictions.  (For example, how many Bars exist in the United States?)  But you can, also use Social "situations", to work together on Overcoming Addictions.  (For example, Alcoholics Anonymous is a popular organization).  One thing, in general, to note about Socialization:  Electronics (i.e Facebook) are fine, but In Person is, in my opinion, better.

Word for the Day: Wednesday, November 7, 2018

The Word for Today (Wednesday) is Concentration.  Concentrated Addiction?  (Just dissolve in Alcohol).  But, regardless, remember that  "You Get what you Concentrate on".  In other words, Concentrate on an Addiction, and you get  "More Addiction".  So, instead, Concentrate on ways to Overcome these Addictions.

Word for the Day: Tuesday, November 6, 2018

The Word for Today (Tuesday) is Acceptability.  Acceptable Addiction?  If talking about "Real Addictions" (which have "negative" consequences"), then that phrase doesn't fit well.  But one of the most important questions you can ask yourself is, more basic:  "Are you Acceptable to Yourself?"  The answer may surprise you.

Word for the Day: Monday, November 5, 2018

The Word for Today (Monday) is Generosity.  Now this one is tricky  (i.e. "Hey, you can have ALL of my Addictions.  No Strings Attached!"  Please don't approach it that way).  But there is no problem with being Generous with any hints you have picked up, over the years, on how to manage and/or overcome your Addictions.

Word for the Day: Sunday, November 4, 2018

The Word for Today (Sunday) is Sharing.  Sharing your Addiction?  A number of people actually do that. But no, I'm not suggesting it.  However, Sharing ways to overcome or, at least manage Addictions can be helpful.  And, if you are affected by this, be open to ideas from others . Live a Balanced life.

Weekly Theme: Week of November 4-10, 2018

The Theme for this Week is Addiction.  Definition?  According to  the site, mentalhelp.net, it is "the repeated involvement with a substance or activity, despite the substantial harm it now causes".  Note the word, "activity", because many are addicted to activities, such as Gambling.  Also, note the part about "despite the substantial harm it now causes", because people have tried to marginalize Addiction, by saying things like, "but we *all* are Addicted to water and air".  (Note:  I left "food" out of that statement because, despite the fact that we all need food to live, some are addicted to *excessive* amounts of food).  Live a Balanced life!

Words for the Day: Saturday, November 3, 2018

The Words for Today (Saturday) are Overview and Perspective.   These, together can make up an "Executive Summary", which is a good way to Simplify an article (or, even a book).  And how about Perspective?   ("Simple Perspective?"   Since Perspective often defines a Perspective towards a topic, approaching the topic in a "simple way" may help).  Am I helping, or making things more complicated?   :-)

Word for the Day; Friday, November 2, 2018

The Word for Today (Friday) is Reflection.  A Simple Reflection?  (As opposed to a Hall of Mirrors?)  [or]  Reflecting Simplicity?  Actually, there are two meanings for Reflection:  What you see in a mirror, or a deep form of Review.  There is a lot to be said for the second definition, because what you Reflect on, you tend to remember better.  So Reflect wisely.

Word for the Day: Thursday, November 1, 2018

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Study.  Studying Simplification?  [or]  A Simple Study?  (Both?)  One thing to do, is to be selective of, what you Study, because our Time is limited.  And, whatever you do, have fun doing it!