The Power Of…
Positive Thinking During Tough Times
Can Help You Reduce Stress,
Drastically Eliminate Anxiety,
Chronic Illness, While Helping You
Enjoy MORE Life!
Part 2
As
your friend and family lawyer I want
to do everything I can to help you
during these tough economic times so
let's pick up from last month.
Positive thinking helps reduce
s-t-r-e-s-s, improve your health,
while giving you more quality of
life! To turn your life around you
need to first identify negative
self-talk which include:
Filtering: You magnify the negative
aspects of a situation and filter
out all of the positive ones. For
example, say you had a great day at
work. You completed your tasks ahead
of time and were complimented for
doing a speedy and thorough job. But
you forgot one minor step. That
evening, you focus only on your
oversight and forget about the
compliments you received.
Polarizing: You see things only as
either good or bad, black or white.
There is no middle ground. You feel
that you have to be perfect or that
you're a total failure. Focusing on
positive thinking because your
self-talk is mainly negative doesn't
mean you're doomed to an unhappy or
unhealthy life.
You can learn to turn any negative
into a positive. The process is
simple, but it takes time and
practice — you're creating a new
thought habit, after all. Here are
some ways to think and behave in a
more empowered positive way:
Check yourself: Periodically during
the day, stop and evaluate what
you're thinking. If you find that
your thoughts are mainly negative,
try to find a way to put a positive
spin on them.
Be open to humor: Give yourself
permission to smile or laugh,
especially during difficult times.
Seek humor in everyday happenings.
When you can laugh at life, you feel
less stressed.
Follow a healthy lifestyle: Exercise
at least three times a week to
positively affect mood and reduce
stress. Follow a healthy diet to
fuel your mind and body. And learn
to manage stress.
Surround yourself with "positive"
people:
Make sure those in your life are
positive, supportive, and caring
people you can depend on to give
helpful advice and feedback.
Negative people, those who believe
they have no power over their lives,
may increase your stress levels and
may make you doubt your ability to
manage stress in healthy ways.
Practice "positive" self-talk: Start
by following one simple rule: Don't
say anything to yourself that you
wouldn't say to anyone else. Be
gentle and encouraging with
yourself. If a negative thought
enters your mind, evaluate it
rationally and respond with
affirmations of what is good about
yourself.
(Part III Continues Next Month)
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How To Stay Happy
After A Major Break Up
Breaking up with
your boyfriend or girlfriend can be
hard – but this article can help you
let go while getting your life back
on track (so you can move on)! Trust
me, as your attorney you'll feel
healthier and a lot better about
life once you apply all five of
these tips…
1. Make a clean break. After you've
broken up with your boyfriend or
girlfriend, don't talk on the phone,
meet for coffee, or text each other.
Even if you're thinking of getting
back together, make sure you take at
least three months off. This
important piece of breakup advice is
about finding your self identity
once again then figuring out who you
are apart from your past
relationship.
2. Avoid the temptation to get
revenge. Whether your ex-girlfriend
or boyfriend cheated on you,
borrowed money and didn't pay it
back, or stole your dog – resist the
temptation to get revenge. Getting
him/her back only prolongs your
connection, and you need to move on
in order to stay happy! Self made
multi-millionaire Sal Zano once
said, "The sweetest revenge is
living well and be successful in
life."
3. Simply accept
that he or she wasn't the "RIGHT"
one for you. This breakup advice is
the easiest one to give, yet so
difficult to accept! It's hard to
see that you split up for a reason,
and it's likely in your BEST
interests to accept that the
relationship is over so you can pick
up the pieces and move on. Try
listening to songs for broken hearts
— they may help you heal.
4. Discover how to quickly let go of
someone you love. Unfortunately it's
inevitable as we get older we'll
experience some form of loss. It
only gets easier if you accept and
even embrace it.
You must learn to accept that you've
lost someone or something you love
without letting it cripple you
emotionally or make you bitter! To
stay emotionally healthy and happy
after splitting up, remember that
everything in life is temporary.
5. Your emotional power- - start
taking control! This break up advice
is effective for all painful things
in life: you can't change how you
feel, but you can control of what
you focus on. Instead of focusing on
all of your pain, grief, and loss –
mourn it briefly and then quickly
focus on your life goals.
Do you or don't you want to be happy
after splitting up? Of course YOU
want to be happy! Then think about
the great things in your life, the
people who love you unconditionally,
your hobbies, your pets, and your
career. If you don't have enough
good things to focus on, consider
writing down some new life goals or
creating a vision board of
everything you want. This will
quickly get you back on your feet. -
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Music Trivia
Questions and Answers
What classical
conductor won posthumous Grammy
Awards in 1991, 1992, and 1993?
A: Leonard Bernstein.
What trumpeter
became the oldest person ever to
score a chart-topping single, in
1964?
A: Louis Armstrong.
What rock star was
trying to bite the head off a bat in
concert when the bat decided to bite
back?
A: Ozzy Osbourne.
What Shania Twain
recording became the best-selling
country music album ever by a female
artist, in 1996?
A: The Woman in Me.
What patriotic
song was originally titled "The
Defense of Fort McHenry?
A: The Star Spangled Banner.
Who's waxed more
gold and platinum albums than any
other solo female artist?
A: Barbara Streisand.
What singer for a
70's British rock quartet changed
his name from Frederick Bulsara?
A: Freddie Mercury.
Important Safety
Tips For Your
Family Pets To Follow During
Halloween
As your family
attorney, I want to warn you of
tales of malicious people, who are
out there to tease, injure, steal,
torture, and even kill your family
pet during Halloween. Unfortunately
leaving your pets outside on
Halloween is not a very good idea.
Not to mention that dogs and cats
can scare easily with all the
trick-or-treaters coming to your
house. Here are some great tips to
keep your pets safe and happy on
Halloween.
As much as your dog or cat may beg
for some of your Halloween candy,
always remember that chocolate is
deadly to them in any amount
Attention if you or someone you know
works at a pet store, remember that
this is the time of year that can be
deadly for black cats.
Some really sick people who play at
being what they'll call a Satanist
will buy them to "sacrifice." If you
can, don't take any black cats or
sell them during the month of
October.
Since dogs have tails, wagging all
over the place please don't leave
any lighted candles or
Jack-O-Lanterns where they could be
knocked over by a swinging tail or
by a curious cat. Not only could
your pet start a tragic fire but
they could severely burn themselves
in the process.
If you are going to dress your pet
in a costume, keep in mind that
unless the dog or cat is extremely
receptive to this kind of play, you
could be causing discomfort and
stress to your furry friend. Some
animals don't mind at all while
others don't want to be bothered
with this kind of thing. They'll be
under enough stress with the
festivities going on outside and
people constantly coming to the door
so don't cause them any more stress
then you have to. You may love to
dress in costume but then, you
aren't a dog or a cat.
If you put a mask of some type on
your animal, make sure that the eye
holes are big enough for them to see
peripherally. Animals depend on
their vision to let them know what's
going on and even the nicest dog can
get snippy if he can't see what's
around the corner. In fact, masks
really aren't a good idea.
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All-American
Chili
Ingredients:
6 ounces hot turkey Italian sausage
2 cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
8 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound ground sirloin
1 jalapeño pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 bay leaves
1 1/4 cups Merlot or other fruity
red wine
2 (28-ounce) cans whole tomatoes,
un-drained and coarsely chopped
2 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans,
drained 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded
reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
Preparation:
Heat a large Dutch
oven over medium-high heat. Remove
casings from sausage. Add sausage,
onion, and the next 4 ingredients
(onion through jalapeño) to pan;
cook 8 minutes or until sausage and
beef are browned, stirring to
crumble.
Add chili powder and the next 7
ingredients (chili powder through
bay leaves), and cook for 1 minute,
stirring constantly. Stir in wine,
tomatoes, and kidney beans; bring to
a boil.
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1
hour, stirring occasionally. Uncover
and cook for 30 minutes, stirring
occasionally. Discard the bay
leaves. Sprinkle each serving with
cheddar cheese. Note: Like most
chili's, this version tastes even
better the next day.
Yield:
8 servings (serving size: 1 1/4 cups
chili and 1 tablespoon cheese).
Positive Thinking
That WORKS In Today's World!
"Any fool can
criticize, condemn and complain and
most fools do."
- Benjamin Franklin
"Just because Fate doesn't deal you
the right cards, it doesn't mean you
should give up. It just means you
have to play the cards you get to
their maximum potential." - Les
Brown
"All the adversity I've had in my
life, all my troubles and obstacles
have strengthened me... You may not
realize it when it happens, but a
kick in the teeth may be the best
thing in the world for you. " - Walt
Disney
Important Safety
Tips for Halloween
BEFORE HALLOWEEN:
1) Plan costumes that are bright and
reflective. Make sure that shoes fit
well and that costumes are short
enough to prevent tripping,
entanglement or contact with flames.
2) Here's a great
idea – consider adding reflective
tape or striping to costumes and
trick-or-treat bags
for greater visibility.
3) Secure
emergency identification (name,
address, phone number) discreetly
within Halloween attire or on a
bracelet.
4) Because a mask
can limit or block eyesight,
consider non-toxic and
hypoallergenic makeup or a
decorative hat as a safe
alternative.
5) When shopping
for costumes, wigs and accessories,
purchase only those with a label
indicating they are
flame resistant.
6) Think twice
before using simulated knives, guns
or swords. If such props must be
used, be certain they
do NOT appear authentic and are soft
and flexible to prevent injury.
7) Obtain
flashlights with fresh batteries for
all children and their escorts.
8) Plan ahead to
use only battery powered lanterns or
chemical light sticks in place of
candles in
decorations and costumes.
9) This is also a
great time to buy fresh batteries
for your home Smoke Alarms.
10) Teach children
their home phone number and how to
call 9-1-1 (or your local emergency
number) if they have an emergency or
become lost. Remind them that 9-1-1
can be dialed free from any phone.
11) Review with
your children the principle of
"Stop-Drop-Roll", should their
clothes catch on fire.
12) Openly discuss
appropriate and inappropriate
behavior at Halloween time.
13) Consider
purchasing individually packaged
healthy food alternatives (or safe
non-food treats) for those who visit
your home.
14) Please
remember to make extra effort to
eliminate tripping hazards on your
porch and walkway. Check around your
property for flower pots, low tree
limbs, support wires or garden
hoses that may prove hazardous to
young children rushing from house to
house.
WHEN TRICK-OR-TREATING:
1) A parent or
responsible adult should always
accompany young children on their
neighborhood rounds.
2) Remind
Trick-or-Treaters:
3) By using a
flashlight, they can see and be seen
by others.
4) Stay in a
group, walk slowly and communicate
where you are going.
5) Only
trick-or-treat in well known
neighborhoods at homes that have a
porch light on.
6) Remain on
well-lit streets and always use the
sidewalk.
7) If no sidewalk
is available, walk at the farthest
edge of the roadway facing traffic.
8) Never cut
across yards or use alleys.
9) Never enter a
stranger's home or car for a treat.
10) Obey all
traffic and pedestrian regulations.
11) Always walk.
Never run across a street.
12) Only cross the
street as a group in established
crosswalks (as recognized by local
custom).
13) Remove any
mask or item that will limit
eyesight before crossing a street,
driveway or alley.
Important
Safety Tips for Halloween
1) Don't assume the right of way.
Motorists may have trouble seeing
Trick-or-Treaters.
2) Just because
one car stops, doesn't mean others
will.
3) Never consume
unwrapped food items or open
beverages that may be offered.
4) No treats are
to be eaten until they are
thoroughly checked by an Adult at
home.
5) Law Enforcement
authorities should be notified
immediately of any suspicious
activity.
AFTER TRICK-OR-TREATING:
1) Wait until
children are home to sort and check
treats. Though tampering is rare, a
responsible
adult should closely examine all
treats and throw away any spoiled,
unwrapped or suspicious items.
2) Try to
apportion treats for the days
following Halloween.
3) Although
sharing is encouraged, make sure
items that can cause choking (such
as hard candies), are given only to
those of an appropriate age.
FUN ALTERNATIVES FOR HALLOWEEN:
1) Find a special event or start one
in your own neighborhood.
2) Community Centers, Shopping Malls
and Houses of Worship may have
organized festivities.
3) Share the fun by arranging a
visit to a Retirement Home or Senior
Center.
4) Create an alliance with College
Fraternities, Sororities or Service
Clubs for children's face painting
or a carnival.
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What You Should Do In Case Of A
Car Accident - Safety Tips To
Remember!
If you're ever in
a car accident here are some safety
tips that can save your life and
protect your family.
1. DON'T make any
sudden moves to your head and neck.
You may have sustained a serious
injury that could be aggravated by
sudden movements.
2. TURN the engine off IMMEDIATELY!
3. MAKE sure that everyone in your
car is conscious and hasn't
sustained any cuts or lacerations.
4. IF you have small children in the
car make sure
that they're OK.
5. IF you have a cell phone call 911
for help.
6. IF you smell gas fumes get out of
your car at once.
7. BEFORE getting out of your car
make sure that no other car is
coming.
8. IF you're OK to get out of your
car check on the other driver.
9. IF you don't have an auto
accident handbook, please contact
our office and we'll send you a FREE
copy! Make sure to call TODAY!
King Of The One
Liners – Halloween Jokes
Ghosts:
Where do ghosts mail their letters?
Answer: At the ghost office
What do goblins mail home while on
vacation?
Answer: Ghostcards.
What's a ghost's favorite ride at
the carnival?
Answer: The roller ghoster
What's a ghosts favorite fruit?
Answer: Boo-berries
What do you get when you goose a
ghost?
Answer: A handful of sheet!
Why did the ghost cross the road?
Answer: To get to "THE OTHER SIDE"
What tops off a
ghost's sundae?
Answer: Whipped Scream
What directions did the ghost give
the goblin?
Answer: "Make a fright turn at the
corner."
Why is a ghost such a messy eater?
Answer: Because he's always a
goblin.
What happens when a ghost gets lost
in a fog?
Answer: He's mist
Where does a ghost refuel his Porche?
Answer: At the ghastly station
Where did the goblin throw the
football?
Answer: Over the ghoul line.
What do you call a goblin who gets
too close to a bonfire?
Answer: Toasty ghosty.
What do you call a ghost with a
broken leg?
Answer: Hoblin Goblin.
What did the papa ghost say to the
baby ghost?
Answer: Fasten your sheet belt.
How do ghosts fly from one place to
another?
Answer: By scareplane.
What kind of street does a ghost
like best?
Answer: A dead end.
What do you say to a ghost with
three heads?
Answer: Hello, hello, hello.
What did the baby ghost eat for
dinner?
Answer: A boo-loney sandwich.
Where do little ghosts learn to yell
"BOO!"?
Answer: In noisery school.
What does a goblin shop for?
Answer: Grosseries.
Please make sure to share these
child safe jokes with your kids and
grandkids…ENJOY!
Choosing Your
Ideal Pumpkin
Selecting the
right pumpkin so you can carve your
Halloween Jack-O'-Lanterns is very
important. You'll need to pick
pumpkins according to what you want
to carve on them. Whether it's
simply carving a pumpkin to sit on
the door step or holding pumpkin
carving parties and contests, this
age old tradition is a main event
for young and old alike.
Depending on the variety, pumpkins
can range in size anywhere from tiny
to humongous. Medium sized ones work
best for most stencils that you'll
make or buy. Very large pumpkins can
be carved with elaborate designs and
used as "center pieces" on your
porch or tables. Small pumpkins work
fine for carving traditional faces.
They can be done fast and you can
have many of them scattered about
for parties, haunts or up your
sidewalk as a lighted pathway.
Advance
planning is the key to your pumpkin
carving success
First, decide
before buying your pumpkins what
designs you'll be carving into them.
This will allow you to create a
shopping list or at least a mental
idea of the shapes and sizes of
pumpkins you'll need.
For standard carving without a
stencil, decide if it should be tall
and narrow, or more rounded, based
on your ideas. Select pumpkins that
are uniformly orange meaning that
are ripe, have no bruises, cuts or
nicks. If you will be using a
stencil to carve your pumpkin,
select a pumpkin that is large
enough and as close to the same
shape as the pattern you're going to
carve. It should be as smooth as
possible, and free of scratches,
dents or gouges.
Never carry a
pumpkin by its stem; it may break.
If it does break-off you can use
toothpicks as a basic patch. Care
should be taken not to bruise during
transport or storage, as this will
shorten their life-span.
If you find a perfect pumpkin but
it's missing its stem, have no fear!
You can still use it! Just carve the
bottom out for the opening the same
way you would do the top. Then, you
just sit your light source on the
cleaned bottom piece and sit the
pumpkin over it. Works great and you
don't need the stem for a lid
handle!
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Getting
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AMY RECHENBERG GOES ON HER FIRST
DATE !
Amy, the fiery red
head and oldest daughter, (16 yrs.
old) went on her first car date a
few months ago with her current
boyfriend. It is a date she won't
soon forget.
It was Saturday
evening. Amy spent the previous hour
getting ready for the much
anticipated event. Her date drove up
the 1/6 mile long driveway in his
parents recently waxed and polished
SUV. Amy's Dad was sitting in the
front yard cleaning his 12 gauge
shot gun. As her date was driving up
the driveway a shotgun blast went
off, safely of course, and her Dad
continued to clean the gun as her
date got out of the car and
introduced himself. Turns out he is
a nice boy, and they had great fun
on the date. Amy kept the spent
shotgun shell as a keepsake and she
laughs with her boyfriend about the
date!
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