Anger makes you smaller,
While forgiveness forces you to grow beyond what you were.

~~Cherie Carter-Scott

When you allow your emotions to enter into discussions
Over conflicting opinions or positions, you cloud the issues
And detract from your argument.

Even if you have a valid point of view, it becomes cloaked in
Feelings, which reduce its connection to rational
Thought. You risk losing the other person's respect. When
You're emotional you end up handing control to those
Who are in charge of their emotions.

Next time conflict arises, stay calm. Bite your tongue,
Silently count to ten, take a deep breath and state your
Position in an objective and unemotional manner.

Remember, there is a time and place for showing your
Emotions. And, powerful people keep their feelings
Undercover until the time is right.

~~unknown

Always remember to forget
The things that made you sad
But never forget to remember
The things that made you glad.

Always remember to forget
The friends that proved untrue.
But don't forget to remember
Those that have stuck by you.

Always remember to forget
The troubles that have passed away.
But never forget to remember
The blessings that come each day.
 
~~unknown

A strong positive mental attitude will create more miracles than any wonder
drug.

~~Patricia Neal