Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Self Esteem - Why Do People Hate Me?
You've met these people before, we all have, maybe you have even fallen victim to this kind of thought or vocalization yourself a time or two. Something doesn't go your way, you didn't get the result you wanted. People you care about leave you out or forget to include you in a particular event. It could be the negative feelings you get from your co-workers, the lack of response you get from your neighbors. You are passed over for a promotion, your friend gets all the guys or girls. The list goes on and on, it is endless.
Why do people hate me?
Is it because I'm black, I'm white, I'm a minority, I'm a woman, I'm short, I'm fat, I'm gay, I'm poor, I'm uneducated, I'm a single parent, I'm pretty, I'm ugly, I'm too old, I'm too young? This list goes on and on, and is endless as well.
The simple truth is people don't hate you, it is you who hates yourself. I hear people say "Oh, but you don't know my circumstances." I don't need to know your circumstances however grim, honest and factual they may be.
As the saying goes you get back what you give or you reap what you sow, this all amounts to the Law of Attraction. A happy, healthy, content mind cannot attract hate, it is a universal impossibility. So the question is not, Why do people hate me? But now becomes "Why do I hate myself."
The answer to this question doesn't require that you lie upon a couch and give a minute by minute dissertation on your life story or go on a quest for why your mother didn't love you enough. From this point forward you and only you are responsible for your life and how you feel about it's unfoldment. It does require that you do some inside "work" on yourself, on your mental attitude. How you see yourself is a direct reflection on who and what will show up in your life.
Let's try this simple exercise. Close your eyes and try to blank your mind for just a minute. Now think about someone you love very dearly, they mean a lot to you, remember the good times, the laughs, the hugs, the smiles, the talks. Now try to think "I absolutely hate this person," you wish them harm, never want to speak or be around them again. It's virtually impossible, probably makes you want to laugh at the mere thought. These two emotions cannot occupy the same space. A heart filled with love has no room for hate to seep in.
So now you say but these people treat my badly and I shouldn't have to take it. And you are right you don't have to take it. You can change your mental attitude and thereby the results that show up in your life. Start today, right now, do these 3 things:
1. Get clear about what you want, who you want to be in this world, what kind of life do you want. Write it out in as much detail as possible. Not just I want to be rich and happy, we all do. But what is your definition of rich and happy.
2. Make your statements of intention or affirmations. These are more or less summaries of step 1. For example: I am now surrounded by loving caring people or Everyone is always helpful and honest. Try to start with at least 20, use them daily.
3. Take time for yourself (quiet time, me time), believe in yourself, fill yourself up with good thoughts, love and kindness. Like an empty vase that you fill with water, once it is filled to the brim it will overflow and water will get on everything and go everywhere.
These three things will bring about pleasant changes. Negative people will disappear or move out of your life. You'll find that you spend less and less time around those who would hurt or belittle you. It won't matter what others are thinking because you will have enough love and kindness to give away.
So now the question is not even; Why do I hate myself? But how can I love more?
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
DISNEY'S A CHRISTMAS CAROL: "3D Thrill Ride"
Monday, November 21, 2011
Hidden Secrets of Valencia, Spain
The Spanish city of Valencia is to be found in a province of this country of the same name and is becoming a popular tourist destination with people from around the world. Not only does this city have a varied history and architecture dating back hundreds of years there are plenty of things to do and see during your visit.
Should you be considering visiting this city then there are certain times of year when it is best to visit mainly during the spring and autumn months. The problem with visiting this city during the spring and winter months is temperatures greatly vary so you may not be able to do some of the activities you would like.
If you are going to be visiting during the summer the temperatures are considerably higher than in other parts of Spain and you need to be wary when out in it. As for the winter hiking should be limited as the temperatures can drastically drop.
When it comes to visiting this wonderful city at any time of year there are numerous places to go and things to do and see. Along with a number of history and art museums this city has a great science museum and a superb bullfighting museum.
The science museum of Valencia is called the City of Arts and Sciences (Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciencies). Within this there are five different halls to explore covering all aspects of science and arts. The first hall you enter relates to opera and music, which is then followed by the Oceanografic museum. In here you will find Europe's biggest aquatic exhibition. Following spending some time exploring this part of this museum you then move on to the Prince Philip Science Museum. This is a part of this museum that children of all ages will like and where they can have a more hands on approach to learning about science.
After spending some time exploring the areas above no visit to this museum in Valencia, Spain would be complete without going to a movie. At the City of Arts and Sciences Museum you will find L'Hemisferic a gigantic IMAX 3D cinema that allows you to feel as if you really are in the movies.
Finally at the end of your visit to help you relax after all that activity then spend time wandering around L'Umbracle. These beautiful botanical gardens can be explored at your own pace using the provided walkways.
Following exploring this Valencia museum for the day then it is worth spending the next day relaxing. This can be done easily as there are several wonderful beaches to be enjoyed. The closest one to the city is Playa las Arenas which because of so many bars along it is very popular. However, if you want to be able to swim and the kids to build sandcastles then consider taking a short drive to Playa de Malvarossa or for even more privacy Playa de Patacona. But be aware that this is some distance north of the city but certainly won't be as populated during the summer months as the others mentioned.