tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post7943606014478796652..comments2023-11-03T06:56:05.537-07:00Comments on 10 Steps to Finding Your Happy Place (and Staying There): Benefits of Being a Spoiled ChildGalen Pearlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-67616308500543074942013-05-02T19:18:15.142-07:002013-05-02T19:18:15.142-07:00JJ, The little girl in the photo is cute indeed. T...JJ, The little girl in the photo is cute indeed. Thanks for stopping by.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-2482155732026913372013-05-02T11:41:46.341-07:002013-05-02T11:41:46.341-07:00Any child that cute must be spoiled. It's the ...Any child that cute must be spoiled. It's the law.JJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14692103477055483000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-22043967304591356632013-05-02T06:40:35.523-07:002013-05-02T06:40:35.523-07:00Vivienne, So true! I figure we "correct"...Vivienne, So true! I figure we "correct" some of the things our parents did and then we make our own mistakes. Somehow the kids grow up and become who they are and we wonder what part we played in that. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-48283176648641183002013-05-02T06:39:04.801-07:002013-05-02T06:39:04.801-07:00Lori, I actually have that quote framed! Thanks fo...Lori, I actually have that quote framed! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on "spoiling." I look forward to your Monday post.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-1413613239799863362013-05-02T06:32:58.194-07:002013-05-02T06:32:58.194-07:00It's sometimes amazing how we develop and lear...It's sometimes amazing how we develop and learn in spite of our parents ...and this is surely reassuring to those of us who are parents too... it often leaves me in awe that my son grew up ok, and in fact is a happy, balanced person, in spite of the mistakes I made as a mother!Viviennehttp://guidetoserotoninsupplements.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-11238092578155422282013-05-02T04:44:41.476-07:002013-05-02T04:44:41.476-07:00I love the quote you share Galen;“He who knows eno...I love the quote you share Galen;“He who knows enough is enough will always have enough.”LOL. You're speaking to the post I plan to publish on Monday, kind of.<br />I wonder if it is possible to spoil a child in the way we grew up understanding the phrase. Seems you can't give too much love but at the same time set boundaries. I was lucky; my children were very easy to raise. My main mandate was to let them know how much they were loved.<br />LoriLori Gosselinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05438402657014025086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-50467091705588599052013-05-01T18:44:24.317-07:002013-05-01T18:44:24.317-07:00Jessica, Thanks for highlighting that we can be at...Jessica, Thanks for highlighting that we can be attached to many things, not just "things." As for drawing from different faith traditions, I find much wisdom and beauty in many different forms. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-72682458536813126102013-05-01T18:42:07.225-07:002013-05-01T18:42:07.225-07:00Thanks, Kaylin!Thanks, Kaylin!Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-81567114223530329692013-05-01T18:41:52.947-07:002013-05-01T18:41:52.947-07:00Leah, Although my parents did not know how to prov...Leah, Although my parents did not know how to provide structure and accountability for me in my childhood, they were wonderful in many ways. I'm grateful to them and for them. Thanks for your kind words.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-15873062529067465782013-05-01T18:39:24.005-07:002013-05-01T18:39:24.005-07:00Vrndavana, Thanks for your kind words.Vrndavana, Thanks for your kind words.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-16132737091206553662013-05-01T18:39:03.871-07:002013-05-01T18:39:03.871-07:00Hiten, A good description of the ego's insatia...Hiten, A good description of the ego's insatiable desire--thank you! It's interesting that among the commenters, some of us were spoiled and some weren't, and yet we have all learned the same lesson. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-67686233038711735412013-05-01T18:08:05.228-07:002013-05-01T18:08:05.228-07:00I loved the lessons that you have learned from you...I loved the lessons that you have learned from your childhood. Thanks so much for sharing them. <br /><br />"I learned that giving and gratitude are both better than grasping, whether it is grasping things or people or circumstances." Yes! A lesson we all need to be reminded of sometimes. I wouldn't say I grasp at things too much but certainly circumstances...sometimes just being attached to time in solitude can keep me from being a source of love and compassion to those around me...Something I need to work on.<br /><br />I really like how you draw from different religious traditions in yours posts. :) <br /><br />Jessica Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02450820269367184046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-81570194645121015482013-05-01T16:30:03.083-07:002013-05-01T16:30:03.083-07:00How beautifully written! Thank you, Kaylin How beautifully written! Thank you, Kaylin Kaylin Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13745278915687653929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-51343268455304339262013-05-01T16:05:07.380-07:002013-05-01T16:05:07.380-07:00Glalen, this was a beautiful post. I love how you ...Glalen, this was a beautiful post. I love how you withhold judgement on your parents and simply state all the lessons you've learned. You're a beautiful lady. Great post!Leah Griffithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424758000036417506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-27422581974334176822013-05-01T11:19:22.852-07:002013-05-01T11:19:22.852-07:00Just loved this! Thank you for sharing your journ...Just loved this! Thank you for sharing your journey with us and highlighting what is most important in life! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06092608110198167323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-49556179607605153442013-05-01T02:49:23.871-07:002013-05-01T02:49:23.871-07:00Hi Galen,
I could connect with what you said abou...Hi Galen,<br /><br />I could connect with what you said about being a spoilt child. I was the same. My parents ensured I always got what I wanted and my sisters, too. However, at the same I like to think I turned out ok! Although I got everything I wanted when I was young, I also feel fortunate that I got into spirituality and self-development and learnt, and subsequently experienced the truth that material objects will never truly make me happy. The ego is such, that when it attains, unless one has developed some understanding of what is really happening, the ego will want more. It will never be satisfied and we remain attached to wherever it wants us to go.<br /><br />Thank you.Hitenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01345657802763411161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-88556091031546460062013-04-30T20:55:12.987-07:002013-04-30T20:55:12.987-07:00Oh, LeAnn, I had to laugh! And like other commente...Oh, LeAnn, I had to laugh! And like other commenters who are surprised I was such a handful, I am just as surprised about you. I know I had God and a whole platoon of guardian angels who managed to keep me from destroying my life and taking a few others down with me. I'd love to hear the song. Email me a link if you get a chance. Thanks for commenting. Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-45540140348408958022013-04-30T20:52:07.402-07:002013-04-30T20:52:07.402-07:00Evelyn, There is much in my past that would surpri...Evelyn, There is much in my past that would surprise you! Once, my daughter expressed surprise that I was not fooled by something she was trying to get past me. She asked, "How did you know?" I replied, "Honey, you are not even in my league." I'm so glad that none of my kids was as bad as I was! Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-20491935633567799722013-04-30T20:43:07.150-07:002013-04-30T20:43:07.150-07:00What a powerful insightful post It is so interesti...What a powerful insightful post It is so interesting to recognize later in our lives how our childhood has taught us many life lessons; as it should. I too was spoiled just like you and I took very bad tantrums and then fainted. My mother threw some water in my face and now I can't stand shower water on my face. <br />I look back now at the many lessons learned and the gratitude I have for the love of my parents and family. <br />I too believe that God is watching over us. Sometime, you will have to listen to the Mormon Tabernacle choir sing the hymn; "Lilies Of The field". I will share it sometime. <br />Blessings and thanks for your wise thoughts today. LeAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-80613897213654414782013-04-30T20:38:45.986-07:002013-04-30T20:38:45.986-07:00I can't be more surprised to read how it was l...I can't be more surprised to read how it was like when you were a child. It is also interesting how you have raised your children. It's great that you are able to turn your experiences into everyday lessons for us all. <br /><br />On the side, I hope that my children - while not extremely spoiled but who grow up having enough - will truly appreciate what they have one day. Evelyn Limhttp://www.abundancetapestry.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-38458538203673382732013-04-30T20:32:51.640-07:002013-04-30T20:32:51.640-07:00Cathy, Judging from the tantrums I had, I didn'...Cathy, Judging from the tantrums I had, I didn't enjoy being spoiled even as a child. It didn't really make anyone happy. I was relieved when it ended! And yes, I hope that my behavior has improved since then, but you should check with my sister for her opinion on that! Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-16422347034384820532013-04-30T20:30:26.542-07:002013-04-30T20:30:26.542-07:00Kathleen, I'm so glad this post struck a chord...Kathleen, I'm so glad this post struck a chord with you. Thanks for commenting.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-9018478917085160262013-04-30T20:29:51.070-07:002013-04-30T20:29:51.070-07:00Thanks, Jodi!Thanks, Jodi!Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-83239024076235476762013-04-30T19:00:22.669-07:002013-04-30T19:00:22.669-07:00Hi Galen,
Lovely post. I had to smile when I read...Hi Galen,<br /><br />Lovely post. I had to smile when I read your words. From reading your articles and seeing your around the internet, you do not present yourself as one that was ever spoiled. You seem to have understood the situation and learned that being spoiled could not last forever. <br /><br />I love "I learned that giving and gratitude are both better than grasping,..." Gratitude and giving can be the key to inner happiness. Thank you!Cathy Taughinbaughhttp://cathytaughinbaugh.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-55700905713063719682013-04-30T18:58:30.472-07:002013-04-30T18:58:30.472-07:00Thanks so much for a lovely, inspiring post, Galen...Thanks so much for a lovely, inspiring post, Galen! Your comments about giving and gratitude as well as serenity (as opposed to tantrums) resonated with me!Dr. Kathy McCoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02903015507894951725noreply@blogger.com