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Saturday, August 22, 2015

15 random, romanticized, and rather cliche thoughts of the summer


Efficiency and happiness are not codependent of each other.  In fact, inefficiency can be viewed a beautiful art that signifies an absence of "worrying about the small stuff". 


Killing a mosquito is the most satisfying feeling in the world. 


Waking up early for a sunrise is always worth it.


The best food comes at a low price in the smallest places.


It's a small world, after all.  A world full of traveling neighbors.


It's possible to live in the summer without air conditioning. 


Yoga provides balance and harmony in any circumstance, keeping you grounded and centered no matter where you are or who you're with.


Being alone is not lonely if you love yourself. 


Doing one thing that scares you a day is a recipe for overcoming fears and increasing confidence. 


If you're smiling, keep doing what you're doing.  If you're not smiling, stop and listen to what you're heart is telling you---make a drastic change without fear.


Over planning life is like pouring too much salt on a delicious meal--- the taste is lost. 


Spending money excessively provides temporary satisfaction that fades as quick as a firework.


Learning languages = exploring the world courageously.


Patience reflects interior happiness.  You have the ability to wait (for several minutes or hours) because you have the right perspective on what's most important- and life is simply grand in the moment and there's no reason to complain if everyone is healthy and fine.


There is nothing more peaceful than floating on your back in the sea, hearing the silence of the water, feeling the salt keeping you buoyant, and the sun on your face.