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Brenda Buratti
Brenda Buratti is a media executive, writer, and speaker. She specializes in helping people successfully cope with change in both their work and personal lives.
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I agree with Jane's plan to get up two and a half hours before leaving for work. I make mine one and a half. That seems to be enough to do the important preparations for the day. I am amused by Brenda's description and most commercials that have people waking up to sunshine. Maybe on weekends. I do like getting to work early. Miss a lot of traffic. I have to drive the worst road in Dallas. Less anxiety to start with. I prefer the comics in the morning. I am easily amused. Then it's checking emails and The Drudge Report. AND eating a good breakfast. No hot drinks.
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All of your ideas work so well. You've proven it with your marriage and those who take your list and apply it will reap great benefits. Thanks for your thoughts!
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I wake up two-and-a-half-hours before I need to leave the house. Some would say that's madness, but I use that time to go through my morning routine at a slower pace. I start my day right by giving myself the gift of time.
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What a wonderful idea! You're certainly starting the day off right.
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Each morning I wake up and give thanks for my day. After my morning meditation. I like to sit on the couch,drink my hot beverage greet my dog, gaze into the trees and watch the birds at the feeder.By then my husband is awake and we then prepare for the day. All these things make a difference in my day.
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That sounds sooo peaceful. Giving thanks is such an important part of appreciating all the good things we have.
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Dear Brenda,
I love your "Staying Positive" note, because that is how I've always lived my life. You're right, we are very fortunate to have so much in the world. We need to stand back and look at our good fortune, no matter what. We all react to difficult times and have the right to feel down; however, when it's all said and done, we're just plain lucky to be living here and have the opportunities in life that so many others don't have.
Laurie
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Thanks for your comment Laurie! We are all so lucky to live in this country.
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Great story. I'm writing from the land of little snow, Montgomery, Alabama. Today it is 65 degrees. My almost 5 year old granddaughter has never seen snow, however, my 7 and 5 year old granddaughters in Baton Rouge, LA did get to build a snowperson this year but they had to do it quickly as the temperature doesn't stay low for long.
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Snow in LA, now that's an unusual event. I had a friend in elementary school who was from Texas. When she moved east she became hysterical the first time she saw snow because she thought there was something wrong with her eyes!
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My bestfriend is definitely my synergy buddy. She helps through everything in life with a good attitude. Her attitude about things helps me make decisions a lot easier. She teaches me through her mistakes and accomplishments, and I try and do the same. THANK YOU SYNERGY BUDDY!!!
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My bestfriend is definitely my synergy buddy. She helps through everything in life with a good attitude. Her attitude about things helps me make decisions a lot easier. She teaches me through her mistakes and accomplishments, and I try and do the same. THANK YOU SYNERGY BUDDY!!!
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I just printed hard copies of most of your articles for my dad, and he was very impressed with everything. He was so enjoying the quality of your writing that it was hard for him to pick a favorite. He totally enjoyed everything he read.
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My favorite moments of my day begin with the beautiful view out my window into the forest and remembering how I am blessed with the sight that fills my soul. Even the glance of a photograph beside ones desk can change a stressful day.
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You've hit the nail on the head, Brenda.
I think this philosophy also relates to one of the Four Agreements: don't take it personally.
I can think of so many people who could benefit from reading what you've written. Too bad I can't just anonymously send them the link!
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O Wise Woman - what a delight to hear your heart on the page -
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Very good, practical information. I specially liked adopting an attitude that change WILL happen and being more prepared to accept it.
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I just read the entire series of entries you made.
My immediate feeling was that you were expressing many beliefs of mine using your excellent writing skills.
I very much enjoyed reading all of it. Hopefully, something will personally hit each person who opens your blog and make her (him)apply it to herself.
I really like the simple exercises you gave people so they can make small changes. That is so important in trying to figure out how to change a situation.
Basically - life situations happen - how you react to them determines your life.
Helping someone to change her reactions is a wonderful gift.
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