Zero Dean's Blog, page 6

You’re not here to live someone else’s life

For what its worth, when you go about your day without comparing your life to how other people are living theirs, theres a good chance that youll be happier for it. Be kind & do what you feel is right, but also be mindful of the fact that youre not here to live someone elses ... Read more

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Doing the right thing

Doing the right thing means doing the right thing even when others dont or wont and even if its hard. *Hint: If its disrespectful, harmful, puts others at risk, or is done at other peoples expense, its likely not the right thing. Be kind.

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Define the problem

People have a nasty tendency to live with problems that they don’t take the time to define. It’s almost as if by refusing to acknowledge the source of a problem, they believe they can get away with not doing anything about it. And that’s how small issues often become big problems. If you’re unhappy, unhealthy, ... Read more

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Can you recall…

Can you recall ever witnessing someone getting help or encouragement when they didn’t expect it? Can you picture the recipient’s response or imagine how it made them feel? Pretty great, right? You can be someone who gives help & encouragement to people who don’t expect it. Related: Mockery vs encouragement Complaining vs Encouragement Appreciation and encouragement ... Read more

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Sitting in my car eating lunch

Sitting in my car eating lunch. Windows are open. Older man in a car next to mine is on a break from one of the nearby shops. He takes a last puff on his cigarette and tosses it out his window. Rather than get angry, I simply say, “The ground is not an ashtray.” — ... Read more

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You don’t do it for your critics

No matter what you do or what you create, it is almost inevitable that someone somewhere won’t like it — even if what you’re doing is generous, selfless, or kind. Always remember that you don’t do what you do for your critics, you do it for the people who find value in it — even ... Read more

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Support what you appreciate

People are often quick to project negative energy towards things they don’t like. Flipping a finger, getting angry, or tapping some keys makes it easy. Sadly, people putting out positive energy to actively support the things they value & appreciate is far less common. Be kind. Related: Silent appreciation is easily confused with silence Silent ... Read more

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A lack of seriousness

Excerpt from: Not taking serious things seriously (March 12) People often don’t take things seriously until they suffer consequences of not taking things seriously. Related: It doesn’t affect me

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Don’t get robbed

Refuse to let others’ lack of empathy, kindness & compassion rob you of yours. Maintain your integrity by refusing to lower your standards of decency to meet people on their level. People are always under the influence of the example you set — so remember who want to be.

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Differences should be appreciated

Your preferences are just that, *your* preferences. They are not a universal standard. Variety & options are a good thing. Just because someone doesn’t share your affection or dislike for something doesn’t mean they deserve to be mocked or ridiculed because of it. And it doesn’t make them your enemy unless you choose to live ... Read more

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