tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post2720546949308700298..comments2023-11-03T06:56:05.537-07:00Comments on 10 Steps to Finding Your Happy Place (and Staying There): Just a Little Bit MoreGalen Pearlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-92117283410163708902012-04-11T12:04:09.996-07:002012-04-11T12:04:09.996-07:00Janette, You ended up with two comments, but they ...Janette, You ended up with two comments, but they are both great, so I published them both. Thanks so much!Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-1142666238349465812012-04-11T12:03:19.824-07:002012-04-11T12:03:19.824-07:00Julie, So true, but as you say, there are many way...Julie, So true, but as you say, there are many ways to give. And yes, faith that it all works toward the good. Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-43886606044151388252012-04-08T13:28:05.654-07:002012-04-08T13:28:05.654-07:00Wonderful Easter read.
It is all about trust-isn&#...Wonderful Easter read.<br />It is all about trust-isn't it. I give my time, but that is mine to give. Giving my money- much more difficult. It is mine as well, but it symbolizes comfort and success. <br />Not very good at it- but you have spurred me on!<br />Trust.Janettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10054888725603183006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-57206271020106561432012-04-08T13:25:55.818-07:002012-04-08T13:25:55.818-07:00Wonderful post.
I've been giving in time. I ne...Wonderful post.<br />I've been giving in time. I need to open my wallet :>) Letting go of my anxiety has got to happen. It is a slow process. Trust is a fleeting thing if you do not put your heart into it! <br />Thank you for a good Easter read.Janettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10054888725603183006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-42524951891909722312012-04-07T06:36:53.883-07:002012-04-07T06:36:53.883-07:00Hi Galen,
This is a tough one - you don't wan...Hi Galen,<br /><br />This is a tough one - you don't want to tighten the fist because it implies and represents Lack. OTOH sometimes you are unemployed or something and cannot pay your mortgage, so you wonder how you can give under those circumstances. Maybe just looking for opportunities to give of the self, give of something you already own, or giving even a few dollars to a worthy cause and above all being appreciative of the abundance you have even when it is questionable as to whether it is truly enough - perhaps what I am saying is having faith that all works toward the good?Julie | A Clear Signhttp://julielangdonbarrett.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-64101146565390256972012-04-06T20:00:31.944-07:002012-04-06T20:00:31.944-07:00Jo, Those who have lived without, as you have, hav...Jo, Those who have lived without, as you have, have a confidence that you can cope with whatever happens, and a deep appreciation for what you have. As for foreign aid and government policies, well, there are many opinions about that. But I guess I'm thinking more in terms of our individual lives and the opportunities we have to lend a helping hand. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-9036951571363628792012-04-06T19:27:16.824-07:002012-04-06T19:27:16.824-07:00Good evening Galen.....Whether it is money, health...Good evening Galen.....Whether it is money, health, relationships, etc......we are harbor fears about SOMETHING. I agree with you on your comment that we have enough...I know I do.....and I seldom worry about not having enough. I was raised in a very, very, very poor family....and I survived...i know I could do it again if I had to....but I would not choose to....if I had a choice.<br /><br />And the sharing thing......I think American's do share for the most part....the problem is that we continue sharing with countries that are unable to set themselves straight....and we just keep right on sharing. I do have one question to pose......who will be there to bail out America should we ever need it?? Just me thinking out loud.<br /><br />hugs and have a wonderful weekend,<br /><br />JoMy Grama's Soulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10114089036939629527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-64971550982008906032012-04-06T18:48:24.502-07:002012-04-06T18:48:24.502-07:00b, Even if we could just notice and respond when w...b, Even if we could just notice and respond when we cross paths with someone we could help, it would make such a big difference. Thanks for both your comments.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-53849134507303381432012-04-06T18:47:00.245-07:002012-04-06T18:47:00.245-07:00Katy, I know, I owe, too! Happy Easter to you, to...Katy, I know, I owe, too! Happy Easter to you, too. Thanks for commenting. And an extra hug for Sammy.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-23397326284372433612012-04-06T15:13:23.286-07:002012-04-06T15:13:23.286-07:00In response to the UNICEF reference...it is so dif...In response to the UNICEF reference...it is so difficult for charities to really work. I had a friend that simply wanted to send sunglasses to children in a orphanage in Costa Rica. There was no amount of money or postage that could make that happen. Charities like Unicef do what is impossible and until we figure out a better way, they are all we have.<br /><br />Just a thought.<br /><br />bbhttp://www.retireinstyleblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-46192905338676292852012-04-06T15:09:47.497-07:002012-04-06T15:09:47.497-07:00I really can relate to this too. Tax time is here...I really can relate to this too. Tax time is here and my husband talked about our donations. I really never think about it but give what we do not need. My husband keeps track of it. I did not realize that there is a lot of value in what we do not need. Why don't we all give away what we don't really want or need?<br /><br />Thank you for this post. It is beautiful.<br /><br />bbhttp://www.retireinstyleblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-7222453294748418512012-04-06T13:23:40.210-07:002012-04-06T13:23:40.210-07:00Having just returned form taxes and now OWING the ...Having just returned form taxes and now OWING the government!!!! I still agree totally with your sentiment, Galen. I actually only came over to wish you a very HAPPY EASTER but got drawn into your beautiful posts yet again. Dashing off to have some family fun (ignoring the Tax man today) :)<br />Love,<br />KatyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06880295170339104548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-40299812512582989862012-04-06T10:53:43.405-07:002012-04-06T10:53:43.405-07:00darlin, You are so right. This goes with Corinne&...darlin, You are so right. This goes with Corinne's comment, I think, about being responsible with our resources. The kind of generosity I heard reflected at the dinner with my Haitian friends was a generosity that flows naturally from a belief that we are all in this together, so to speak, and that by sharing with each other, we enhance the well being of all of us. Your examples of the personal touch are great. <br /><br />Like you, I am often more quick to give money (or other resources) in a situation locally where I know the money will be put to good use, than I am to write a check to an organization when I don't really know where the money goes.<br /><br />One of the things I really appreciate about Edwards Center, the organization that runs the group home and the work site where my two adult sons with autism live and work, is how lean the administrative costs are. Over 90% of every dollar goes to directly benefit clients. Here is their website if you want more info. http://www.edwardscenter.org/ Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-55321210756763419372012-04-06T10:42:28.683-07:002012-04-06T10:42:28.683-07:00sheila, Thanks for your generous words! If your t...sheila, Thanks for your generous words! If your thinking brings more insight, I hope you will share your thoughts.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-87657151867884047842012-04-06T10:41:09.863-07:002012-04-06T10:41:09.863-07:00Corinne, You raise a good point. Being generous, ...Corinne, You raise a good point. Being generous, I think, involves a degree of respect for money. If we are blessed to have it, then there is an attendant responsibility to be good stewards of it. The Bible story of the master who gives his servants money, and then rewards the servants who use the money wisely, shows that there is virtue in being prudent with our resources. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-80371325937479600292012-04-06T07:49:55.922-07:002012-04-06T07:49:55.922-07:00Galen I'm not sure if anybody has discussed th...Galen I'm not sure if anybody has discussed this yet or not, it's late and I haven't read the responses, in advance I apologize if I'm repeating what someone else may have stated. <br /><br />I feel that chairty isn't always just in regards to dollars, sometimes just giving money isn't what is needed. There are many charities where those who are in need see very little, if any, of the funds kind and generous people donate. Take for example UNICEF, last I heard the poor starving hungry children they collect for were receiving one cent per dollar collected, the rest was admin fees. Seriously 99% admin fees! <br /><br />Sometimes we can do more damange than good when we give money, lets say for example we give to someone who needs someone who we know is in addiction, but we give under the guise that we're hoping they will buy food with the money. By giving money to this person we are enabling them to continue in their addiction, some may argue they are going to get it regardless, I agree but they are not going to kill themselves on my dollar. I'll take them into a pizza by the slice or a MacDonalds and buy them a meal, but I will not give cash. I will also sit and listen if they need or want someone to chat with, time and empathy can go a long ways and make all the difference in somebody's world. <br /><br />An empathetic ear, a warm hug, a bowl of soup, these are the things which I believe can make the world of difference in some peoples lives. And no I'm not saying cancer research doesn't need donations, I'm saying we're losing our personal touch in our instant society.darlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04886502544010479581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-61953656141173677592012-04-06T04:38:49.294-07:002012-04-06T04:38:49.294-07:00Greeeeeeeeeeeeeeeat great post! I love this, and ...Greeeeeeeeeeeeeeeat great post! I love this, and it's an eye opener to anyone who reads it, truly reads it. In fact, I do believe I agree with every thought you have here. We ARE a very selfish nation! But somehow seeing it put into words in your post hits home a bit more. People around the world live with so so so much less and complain very very little (if at all!) Definitely will be thinking of this one all weekend.sheilahttp://www.zensationalliving.com/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-55368852505812796272012-04-05T22:30:24.692-07:002012-04-05T22:30:24.692-07:00My relationship with money needs reviewing too, Ga...My relationship with money needs reviewing too, Galen but for entirely different reasons. I tend to give away money and sometime the causes or people are give too are not very authentic. I have in recent years learnt to respect money a little more. It's a hard act to balance being generous, being prudent and learning how to be secure with little. <br />I think, it's a life long process.Corinne Rodrigueshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00127426375705808776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-46715970412306195802012-04-05T22:10:23.597-07:002012-04-05T22:10:23.597-07:00Manzanita, Good advice. Hmm, but I have most ever...Manzanita, Good advice. Hmm, but I have most everything I want. Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-7254445236776641112012-04-05T22:09:28.759-07:002012-04-05T22:09:28.759-07:00Evelyn, So true. How to balance generosity with b...Evelyn, So true. How to balance generosity with boundaries? That's a tough one. As for taxes, that's an interesting observation about business. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-83380067678243018002012-04-05T22:08:14.179-07:002012-04-05T22:08:14.179-07:00What a great lesson for your kids. Thanks for you...What a great lesson for your kids. Thanks for your comment. Hope you have a good week, too.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-72661803978025885842012-04-05T22:07:31.225-07:002012-04-05T22:07:31.225-07:00JJ, Knowledge and generosity often go hand in hand...JJ, Knowledge and generosity often go hand in hand. Taxes? Yes, I knew I was touching on a raw spot there! Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-68874950000886521252012-04-05T21:10:05.564-07:002012-04-05T21:10:05.564-07:00My wise advice.... buy everything you want now bec...My wise advice.... buy everything you want now because the dollar will soon lose it's value.Manzanitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06467261212623663365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-40300039513638699562012-04-05T20:09:32.303-07:002012-04-05T20:09:32.303-07:00My husband and I donate a fair bit to charity. The...My husband and I donate a fair bit to charity. The thing is that we do feel shortchanged when some friends take advantage of our goodwill. However, for the sake of keeping peace, we decide to let it pass. It still does not feel good and maybe it also highlights that we can do better in our relationship with money. If we have a lot to spare, we won't feel that much of a heartache. Still, the situation now tells us whether these are friends to keep or not. <br /><br />As for paying taxes, it is increasingly clear to me that if one wants to pay less in my country, start a business.Evelyn Limhttp://www.abundancetapestry.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-80378468003154239272012-04-05T19:21:37.196-07:002012-04-05T19:21:37.196-07:00I like this...We went to China a few years ago and...I like this...We went to China a few years ago and saw poor people with nothing. We realized we had so much more than we needed and gave away everything we had. We didn't really need it but they did. Even our kids felt good about that..Have a great rest of the week.Nikki (Sarah)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13731200601840020130noreply@blogger.com