Tag: Positivity

Good Morning, Everyone

Carl Setzer 
tell me what it is
that brings joy into your life?
fill your days with that

May your day fill you with delight and joy.

Quote of the day: everyone’s contribution is important

Carl Setzer

One thing that I need to do better: value my contributions. It’s so easy to fall into the trap of “my work does nothing”. This mindset sucks life away. Contributes to depressing destructiveness.

Remember: you have value. Your work matters. Your life matters.

An Asimov Quote For Your Friday

Carl Setzer

“Education is not something you can finish” ~Isaac Asimov

Dr. Asimov’s work had a profound impact on me. I fully embrace everything that this quote entrails. Continued learning is key to a vibrant life.

A Little Joyful Noise For Your Saturday

Carl Setzer

This baby’s joyful laughter delighted greatly. I hope it brings you delight as well.

Some Positive Energy For Your Saturday

Carl Setzer

In this age of rage and horror, I offer a few counterpoints of kindness and beauty.

 

That video makes me think of this character from Princess Mononoke.

 

 

 

 

Om Malik: How Do We Look At The Present?

Carl Setzer

I always appreciate the wit and wisdom of Om Malik. Today he tweeted this, which gives me great pause:

2020, a year of havoc and confusion, of transition and destruction, forcing to face our histories against our deepest resistance. Such a dramatic and violent reaction? Will we survive?

Half done or half over? Perhaps a question of optimism: half-full vs half-empty? In this time of pandemic, optimism seems myopic. But, I believe the opposite. Humanity holds what it needs to overcome our destructive tendencies. So I hold on to hope.

Quote of the Day: Stan Lee

Carl Setzer

I struggle with putting too much stock in the opinions of others. I guess it’s natural to want friends, etc, to support and validate your thoughts. 

However, if you are seeking to do something new and innovative, you will come up against natural human resistance to change. No matter how good an idea, some well-meaning people will challenge it. 

Take their critique, analyze it, then make your own decision. You have to live YOUR life. Ensure that you won’t face regret. 

On the other side of this coin: I seek to ensure I’m not “some idiot”. I don’t want to reflexively crap on the ideas of others. What do I know, anyway? I’ve made many wrong predictions in my life. I’m not clairvoyant!

When I’m asked my opinion on such things, I try to focus on details and on what challenges I perceive. I seek to help clarify and refine a vision, not damage or destroy them. 

I want to help people achieve their goals and dreams, not damage them. “Leave people better than you find them”. 

Please Watch This Short Film: Alike!

Carl Setzer

As someone who values creativity, this speaks to me greatly. Especially how our society works hard to create drones, and is terrible at accommodating the creative mind.

So, I think this little gem is well worth your time. I hope you love it as much as I do.

A Monday Thought For You

Carl Setzer

Today is a gift worthy of thoughtful consideration. What will you do with it?

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Haiku, November 19, 2019

Carl Setzer

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p style=”font-family:"”>Good morning, everyone! I hope your Tuesday moves you closer to your dreams.