Hello world!

Posted on 29/11/2008 | 47 Comments

Welcome to EOF737′s Mirth and Motivation. This is a positive kismet, motivational blog offering tips, advice, interviews, social media ruminations as well as creative, spiritual, inspirational insights on people, places, and the events that shape our lives. My wish is that this site will welcome, inform, and encourage you to connect and contribute to the ever growing online community and conversations.

One of the fundamental rules of blogging is to manage our message/content by adding value; I plan to do so here by honoring my commitment to you, dear reader, and seeking your expertise and feedback. Something I know for sure is that we all want to be heard, appreciated and respected; that truthful, timely and positive messages are far more appealing than incendiary angling for blog attention. If your blogosphere surfing brings you here, stay a while and share a positive tidbit on your worldview.

So, How should we handle the global economic shift? How do we stay mirthful and motivated?

I like the idea of seeking, with a compelling, positive outlook, meaningful solutions to problems rather than waiting to salvage the remains of a problem gone awry. I am being more mindful of household spending and of my mental chatter; especially the type of chatter that wants to fixate on the “what ifs” of  global financial doom. I believe we should wake up daily remembering to express gratitude and joy for the good in our world and stay motivated by honoring our responsibilities.

Students of the I Ching understand the message of Hexagram 41 – “Decrease” which when interpreted carefully, speaks to the cycle of life; the ebb/decrease and flow/increase of conditions. A time of decrease teaches us to manage our resources, seek new opportunities, regroup, and then prepare for and appreciate the subsequent increase that comes. I am fully aware of this cyclical nature of life, and of business; particularly in our current real estate marketplace.

If each of us can manage what we currently have with a spirit of gratitude, remember to share some of our largess with the poor, and feed the body, mind and spirit a diet of uplifting foods/thoughts/actions, the doors we open in the coming months will reveal great gifts.

While I do stay informed of current affairs through a variety of mass media reports, I am re-reading my collection of books (Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl is one), enjoying great music and art and watching movies that nurture my spirit and warm my heart. I would recommend seeing Slumdog Millionaire if you have not done so!
Remember to do things now and do them well because Tempus Fugit-Carpe Diem!

Some Food for Thought: How do you stay mirthful and motivated? What impact has the current global economic shift had on your life?

I would love to hear from you: Please leave me a comment on any of my recent blog posts below. Thank You!

Until Next Time…
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Author: by Elizabeth Obih-Frank

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47 Responses to Hello world!

  1. Mr WordPress | 29/11/2008 at 11:26 pm |

    Hi, this is a comment. I do appreciate comments from all!
    Please keep them clean as I do have the option to edit or delete them.

  2. Allegra | 30/11/2008 at 4:51 pm |

    Hey! You took that comment out! Yay. Good stuff.

  3. Goz | 07/12/2008 at 10:41 am |

    Interesting…hmm! Never looked at it that way…

  4. Ujwala | 25/05/2009 at 2:03 am |

    I’m also a believer of the cyclical nature of business and life.
    We in recent years seem to have a want for more than we need.
    i do not recall being this way when i was growing up.
    thank you for making me think about all this. all the best!

    • eof737 | 26/05/2010 at 12:00 am |

      Thank you too for taking the time to share your experiences of this cycle and shift.
      We had fewer options as kids.
      Now ours have endless choices… and it doesn’t get any easier for them. :-)

  5. Flowerluver | 28/09/2009 at 6:22 pm |

    I have been taking it one day at a time and just not spending like I use to.
    I have also found that I have to put off paying certain bills until I get my next pay check.

  6. Leigh | 07/10/2009 at 9:36 am |

    I was referred to your blog by Deana Martina. I found it inspirational and relaxing. Your mention of tempus fugit reminded that it was one of my mother’s many sayings. Putting that saying to practical use, I made an online library reservation of the film SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE. Thanks for the recommendation.
    Eliz says: Thank you Leigh for your visit and thoughtful comments. They are apprecaited. Do let me know how you enjoyed the movie and stop in with suggestions or tips. Cheers!

    • eof737 | 11/07/2009 at 12:00 am |

      Thank you Leigh for your visit and thoughtful comments. They’re appreciated. Do let me know how you enjoyed the movie and stop in with suggestions or tips on other films you’d like to recommend. Cheers!

  7. Mhe-Lhanee Benito | 31/03/2010 at 10:27 am |

    Hi E! Thanks for visiting my site. Apparently, Im from blogpost, so i wont be able to follow you thru Google connect. But i will definitely bookmark your site.

    How do I handle the effects of global economic shift? Well lemme say it in a simple way, I adjust and accept whatever it’s happening today, but at least make ends meet and find a way to survive. I adjust and accept – I dont shop much anymore, getting frugal in a lot ways, because this is the reality, we have to practical… Hope I could read more motivational articles like this. I really need this. Thanks

  8. Holly Renee | 11/04/2010 at 10:26 am |

    Man’s Search For Meaning is a great book and one that could be re-read many times, such a powerful message. I feel like that my husband and I have not been over affected by the global economic decline. We stay grateful by always recognizing the love we have in our lives. We try to remember that while we have challenges and growth to do, we are so lucky to be in the place we are. Love the blog!

    • eof737 | 12/04/2010 at 12:00 am |

      Good for you and it’s wonderful that your remain grateful. Thanks for the feedback Holly. Love your blog too! :-)

  9. Holly L | 24/04/2010 at 6:57 pm |

    Thank you for visiting 504 Main on my SITS day. I am quite intrigued with your blog. I have a hard time finding that peace inside and settling into a peaceful place. I am working on it. My Mother in Law is very spiritual and travels the world, especially to India and Malaysia and shares many of her insights. The current economic shift has not affected my life much at this point…but it is a reminder you never know what is coming next.
    Holly
    504 Main

    • eof737 | 25/04/2010 at 12:00 am |

      Thank you Holly L! I think its wonderful that your mom-in-law travels on pilgrimages around the world… The downturn might not affect everyone but we can all afford to be mindful… help others out when feasible too. :-)

  10. Shell A.K.A. Panamamama | 30/04/2010 at 11:46 am |

    Thanks for visiting me from SITS! Very interesting blog. I think we all need to step back and realize what is important. Very good message.

  11. suzanne | 03/05/2010 at 5:25 am |

    enjoyed the site- and the content, hope to see you on mine and facebook fan page too.

  12. Rachel Cotterill | 16/05/2010 at 10:46 pm |

    I have quite an optimistic nature and I’ve been careful over the years to try and maintain a happy outlook – it’s easy to get sucked into pessimism and I can’t imagine it’s ever productive to see the worst in things.

  13. M @ bettycrapper | 22/05/2010 at 4:09 am |

    I stay mirthful by eating chocolate and drinking cafe!. :)

    Visiting from SITS

  14. Emily, Anthro Doula | 24/05/2010 at 11:15 am |

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I appreciate it! :)

    I stay mirthful and motivated from my doula work – Helping women and lifelong learning!

  15. BlissfulBabe | 01/06/2010 at 5:03 am |

    Thank you for visiting my blog!

    *Be Blissful Always*
    xoxo

  16. Terry Conti | 12/08/2010 at 4:09 am |

    One should always look at things in a positive light, no matter how hard it gets. Staying at peace with mind and body.

    Terry Conti

    • eof737 | 09/12/2010 at 12:00 am |

      It’s a great habit to form and I can assure you it has been a great blessing in my life too. TY Tom! Glad to see you here. :-)

  17. JDaniel4's Mom | 14/08/2010 at 3:42 am |

    Stopping from Mom Loop! I pray to stay mirthful.

  18. Christine | 18/08/2010 at 2:06 pm |

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. I still need to see the movie Slumdog Millionaire. Good reminder. I’ll be following your blog. :)

    • eof737 | 18/08/2010 at 3:46 pm |

      Thanks for the visit… you should see the movie as it deals with the human condition in all its permutations. :-)

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  20. margaretduarte | 22/09/2010 at 12:54 pm |

    Daily walks help me stay mirthful and motivated. Afternoon naps. Reading. Writing. You reminded me that I haven’t finished Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. Got as far as page 53 and quit. Will start again tonight. I like the message of your blog. Thanks for sharing. By the way, I found your site on The Blog Farm. My blog is there, too. It’s great what they’re doing for our “Growing Blog Community.

    • eof737 | 23/09/2010 at 12:09 pm |

      Thank you Margaret,
      I’m glad someone else loves that book. I could use a 2nd read myself.
      Thanks again for stopping by. I clicked on your name but was informed that your blog is private.
      I will check it out when I next log unto the BlogFarm site. :-)
      Best,
      Eliz

  21. Grace | 28/09/2010 at 1:25 pm |

    You’re so right about choosing to be happy and think good thoughts. It just feels better, doesn’t it?

    And I loved Slumdog Millionaire.

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    I was gonna follow you from Lucas’s Journey w/SPD’s

    Sensational Saturday/Sunday Social!

    SUPER MEGA 6 IN 1 BLOG HOP!
    but saw no where to follow you can check my blog out if you would like

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