"Notes" of An Elder

Walk toward fear and frustration ― they point the way.

Nothing in life is of any value unless it is shared with others.

"Notes" of An Elder is a depository of pertinent information, knowledge and wisdom. Available weekly will be an elder's "thinking menu" for your use. Enjoy this bounty.

  • Yesterday may have brought you to today, but it most likely will not carry you through tomorrow.

  • Dreams are the fuel that moves our society forward.

  • Just do it ― love as many people as possible, in as many moments as you can.

  • Happiness is an inside job.

  • Be the driver on your journey to success.

  • Instead of always looking to be blessed ― spend some time being a blessing to others.

  • Walk toward fear and frustration ― they point the way.

  • Behind every rags-to-riches story lies a person who works assiduously to hone their craft.

Just Be

  • Be happy

  • Be helpful

  • Be humble

  • Be knowledgeable

  • “If you’re serious about changing your life, you’ll find a way. If you’re not, you’ll find an excuse.” — Jen Sincero

  • When you begin to share what you know with others, your communication skills improve.

  • Don’t invest in a career. Build a life.

  • Be someone that does things, not someone who talks about things.

  • We must fail in order to know the feeling of hurt and to experience growth.

  • The only thing worse than failure is not starting.

  • A life without uncertainty is not a life worth living.

Magic Question

What can you remove from your life that would improve it?