If only you knewThe power of your thoughts;They can breathe life into youOr tie you up in knots! Guard your thoughts wiselyAnd they will guide you through;Your thoughts have powerThere's magic in you! https://www.instagram.com/lizanne_raphael
Motivation
Take a leap of faith
Take a leap of faithEvery now and then,Try something new;If you fail, try again. There's so much to seeAnd so much you can do;Life's full of adventureAnd it's calling you!
Keep going
Leave your fears behind. Don't be afraid of stumbling and falling. Failure isn't falling down; it's staying down. If you fall, get up and move on. Stay focused on your goal. Forget about obstacles. Henry Ford said, "Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." Never let anybody … Continue reading Keep going
When life surprises you, you surprise life!
When life surprises you, you surprise life! “The key to success is playing the hand you’re dealt like it was the one you wanted.” I came across this quote recently and it really got me thinking. Life throws curve balls at us all the time. As we grow through life, we learn to take what … Continue reading When life surprises you, you surprise life!
My first photography exhibition
I received a DSLR camera for my birthday last year and I've been thoroughly enjoying myself! Of course, it helps that I live in Berlin, which is unarguably one of the most 'cool' cities in the world. Berlin is a treasure house of art, history and culture among other things, and there is always something … Continue reading My first photography exhibition
Walking the worries away!
At the beginning of last month, I made a mid-year resolution (yes, those are totally a thing!). I resolved to walk 10,000 steps every day. Enough was enough. Ever since I had landed in Berlin, I’d been trying out the various kinds of breads, puddings, desserts and every single flavour of ice-cream. The best part … Continue reading Walking the worries away!
Live your best life
I came across this inspirational quote some time ago: “The key to success is playing the hand you’re dealt like it was the one you wanted.” I’m not sure who the original author of the quote is. Nevertheless, I think it’s brilliant! Life throws curve balls at us all the time, and as we grow … Continue reading Live your best life
Reconnect, reflect, research
Things seem pretty crazy at the moment as we struggle to come to terms with this new normal. Here are three things you can do to feel better during this quarantine time: 1. Re-connect with friends and family. As we grow older, our circle of friends grows smaller. Life gets busy and relationships take a … Continue reading Reconnect, reflect, research
Three short, positive quotes
Three short, positive quotes 1. Expect nothing, appreciate everything. Live with gratitude and see your life change. Give love, friendship, and care without expecting anything in return. If you expect something back, it’s an investment, not a gift. Be grateful for every little thing. The more you count your blessings, the more blessings you will … Continue reading Three short, positive quotes
My 10 rules for a happy life
The current situation has given me plenty of time on my hands. I'm using this time to introspect, reflect, learn and improve. Life is full of ups and downs, calms and storms. That’s a part of life, right? The important thing is to learn from your experiences and take away lessons for life. I'm re-blogging … Continue reading My 10 rules for a happy life
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