Thursday, December 31, 2009

Are you old? What would your advice on life be?

I am just about to turn 30.





I never had any parents growing up and would like some advice on life from others who are older (50/60/70 etc)





Do you have any advice on life?Are you old? What would your advice on life be?
Bravo for asking! Most younger ppl have no idea of the resources walking quietly all around them.





My advice would overwhelmingly be this one thing: as it turns out, love is CENTRAL to us, to our happiness, to everything. Devote yourself to the finding, and care of, love. It is more important than everything else put together.Are you old? What would your advice on life be?
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I agree with ';all hat,'; and I would add this: try to keep learning and educating yourself, make NEW mistakes because you learned from the old ones, ask lots of good questions like the one you asked here and let love lead you instead of your fears. Report Abuse

I am 16 years old but I am not the typical type of teenager so that doesn't stop me from giving you advice on life. My advice would be for you to abstain from hedonistic pleasures and find something pure and natural to satisfy you. Maybe have faith in God and you will know what your true purpose of being in existence is. I am sorry that you didn't have any parents while growing up. The others have posted good advices for you so I don't have to say anymore. But just don't get influenced by the pleasures in today's society. Hang around with nature for it's purity.
1. Enjoy the perception that time is slow, that minutes sometimes seem like hours. It really does fly by as you get older.





2. Never take for granted that you can move every part of your body without stiffness and pain. Run and jump and bend those knees!





3. When you're young, feel blessed that you can look forward to things that will happen in 20 or 30 years. When you're older, celebrate all that you've done with your life. And, for Heaven's sake, don't skip over all the little things that are so easy to ignore. They're what fill up most of our time and give spice to our lives.





4. Say ';Hi'; and smile when you can. Give a kind word to the people you see all the time, like the folks at the grocery. These little things are what the others in your life will remember about you and love you for.





5. Appreciate your life every minute of every year, at every age. When you can no longer do what you did at 30, do something else. Being alive is a trip on the opportunity bus. Age tells you when to change gears;-)





6. Don't get bogged down in the things that don't matter. If you must ask ';Why was I born?';, then answer ';Because.....'; and realize that ';because'; is the only answer anyone can give. Each of our lives is important in ways that we'll never know. It's part of the mystery of life.
I wish I could advise people. I wish I could tell them how to be happy, successful, caring, forgiving, and content. But with all my knowledge, a blessed and charmed life, I have learned one thing. We would like others to learn from our mistakes, but we forget that the only way we learned was through our own. So my only advice; fear nothing and anything you want can be yours.
My advice is : Don't kill yourself with hard work, everything in moderation, and learn how to say no to yourself, and others. I'm in my seventies. I wish that I had asked that question when I was that age. Have a star
G Use the ';life+decryption+key'; as soon, and as much as you can. You can make a huge change in your future without agonizing efforts. I waited until I was 43 and lost a lot of useful time.
Your not that old.

I've never played soccer in my life, and I want to know how. Any advice on how I should start playing?

Get a ball and a large wall and just kick at it for a while to get the feel of the ball and positioning.





Juggel a lot to get ball control down





watch games as much as u can ud be surprised at what u could learn





get as much live playing time u can go to open gyms go to soccer camps play some pick up games with freinds do what ever you can to get playing time but most of all...PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICEI've never played soccer in my life, and I want to know how. Any advice on how I should start playing?
Here is a website that should help you: http://www.soccer-training-guide.com


EnjoyI've never played soccer in my life, and I want to know how. Any advice on how I should start playing?
watch soccer!! then play soccer with friends and then join a soccer team!!
buy a ball is a good start

What advice do you give your kids to have a good life?

I have a 3 year old and I trying to get her excited about school. To me, having a good education and means to make a living are sooo important.





What do you tell your kids? Especially the teens.What advice do you give your kids to have a good life?
I raised two really smart sons so here is my advice.





Spend time with her and read to her every day. My youngest son learned to read when he was four. You can take her to the library and let her pick out books. Children who are interested in reading will be interested in learning.





I also baked with my kids (both are excellent cooks!). Baking is a reading and science lesson all in one. Start with a cake mix. Let her add the water and the eggs. Baking is chemistry, kids learn to follow directions, fractions. And you get cake to eat when you're done. How fun is that!





You are your child's cheerleader. When she shows an interest in something, let her pursue it. Let your daughter find something she loves to do and then get paid to do it. That is the definition of happiness.





It isn't necessary to have your child in lots of classes or sports. Children need time to daydream and have fun and be kids. So encourage, don't push. And lastly, enjoy your little one! She will be grown and gone in the blink of an eye.What advice do you give your kids to have a good life?
in this day and age it's so hard. I feel sorry for the teens these days they don't have a clue. they defy school they walk all over their teachers and parents. I don't know what's going to happen. I've tried to tell them not to depend on anyone be able to support yourself. do good in school save money before leaving home you can give them all the facts of life they're gonna do what they want. you gotta let them trial and error as much as it hurts. if your lucky your children will listen keep encouraging and let them know you love them and will be there for them show them the pros and cons of things life changes so much

I need some Life Advice/Life Coaching? Much appreciated for your answers?

I'm 24 and I've been thinking a lot about moving or staying in my current location (Chicago area), making new friends, finding a passion. I NEED A CHANGE! Or I think I do. So I'm looking for people to share life lessons with me, past mistakes, past regrets, etc. Also, I'm wondering, in your opinion, if you're me, where would you be living and what would you be doing at my age. Where= any state, country, city. I like details. More details = best answer point. Thanks!I need some Life Advice/Life Coaching? Much appreciated for your answers?
finding your passion is the key. all else will follow.I need some Life Advice/Life Coaching? Much appreciated for your answers?
I'm 21, and I have no regrets in my life. I am happy with what I am doing, and where I am living. I think the most important thing in life is doing what you love. For me this was very easy. I have always loved animals, so I went to college to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Loving my job is important to me, and I feel like I am making a difference, in both animal's lives, and people's lives. I don't know what you do for a living, but I think it is important to be excited to go to work every day. I met my boyfriend in college, and we are now living together. We are just starting out, we are renting a small house in a very bad area (Detroit area). But that doesn't bother me, because we are saving money and working towards buying a house in a nicer area. I don't have a lot of friends, but I have a lot of family. My family is the most important thing to me, because they are ALWAYS there for me, and we all get along. I could never move too far away from my family, because I would be miserable if I couldn't see them often.





The most important things to me in life are finding your passion, and making it a reality, always having goals to work towards, and surrounding yourself with people you love, who can always make you happy.
Hi, HeloMoto


I'm 42 and also live in Chicagoland area. It's difficult for most to give you their best advice when they now little about you. So in light of that, details can only come from knowing specifics about you. Generally most will tell you to do what makes you happy. Not easy to do if your not sure exactly what will make you happy, and happy to what degree and for how long. Some will say that you should read certain books, go to church, go to bars, live a year in Europe on the road, etc, etc.


I found that in my live the simplest advice reaped the greatest gains in terms of happiness or contentment. So with out knowing much about you or being able to give you the details I'll leave you with this adage.


Ask life what you will and it will give it in return. Ask for penny and you will get a penny, ask for the world and it will give you the universe.


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Wahoo!!!
What are you good at doing , favorite things to do?


If i could do my life over . I would have studied Law and pursued my dream of being a singer, also.


GOD BLESS
When I was young and single, I travelled. I lived in many different states and worked many different low-skill jobs and met many people of different backgrounds and cultures. When I was ready to truly settle down, I chose a rural community about 5 hours north of you. I love all the waterfalls!

How can I improve my life? 10 points for the best advice. Thank you?

Hi everyone,





What do you think about my life? How can I improve it? (Sorry for the poor grammar--English is my second language.)





I am 22 years old. I am a lower middle class. I am a virgin. I am a good person. I am studying full-time (last year in a Master's program) I am working two part-time jobs. I want to save my money ;therefore, I have no cars, no phones, and living in a little room. I hardly have a social life because I am spending my time working and studying.





Sometimes, I am proud of myself because I will have my master's without debts or student loans. Sometimes, I feel so discourage and down to see other people my age have fun and enjoy life while I have to work so hard.





What do you think? Please advice. Thank you so much for your kindness.How can I improve my life? 10 points for the best advice. Thank you?
the best advice i can give is.. if there is something you really want to do, go for it. its good your doing your masters without taking any loans, and it seems your working really hard (two part time jobs and a uni course) but the chances are you will go straight into work and you might find yourself in a situation where you are too busy to do anything you really enjoy. college/uni days can be the best times of your life if you let them and you wont get them back. it doesn't mean you should put your studies aside by any means (studies are number one), but you should consider yourself and enjoy everything with NO REGRETS. oh and your still a virgin that's great!





Ive just graduated myself [ Ba(hons) architecture] (I'm 25)and I'm now going back for my masters next week so i can relate a bit to your situation.





if your graduating soon then stick it out. you can always take a gap year before working if you want, or you can enjoy your uni life while studying for your masters.


(why not try working in the field your studying? if the pay is better you might not need to work two part time jobs and you'll have a lot more time to yourself)





anyway i hope this has helped.


let me know what you decide.





chips02@yahoo.comHow can I improve my life? 10 points for the best advice. Thank you?
You are doing perfect! Just remember many of those other kids come out of school with credit card debt that has ruined their credit for many many years by partying.
I applaud your ability to set goals and reach or exceed them. The circumstances of class are not anything to be worried about as you have a first class mind and a work ethic more people should follow. But, you are now in need of a social life, as you can see the end of your university days. With all the drive and self discipline you possess you need to step back and give your self some time with other people you know, or get to know them. I don't have any doubt that you can put yourself in with people socially for a night or two a week, and still get your work done too. If you could get away from your jobs and course work for just a couple hours, You would be much more relaxed. Every one needs a break of routine, We are not meant to do nothing but our work. Find someone to go some place for a movie or a place with music, something different than your every day life now. Congratulations on your accomplishments, Now you can take a little time for you.
You sound like a very smart young woman. Getting an education %26amp; staying debt-free are the stepping stones to a happy life. Sounds like you need to make some time for a social life though. You need not spend lots of money but do get out with friends %26amp; have some fun. You're only young once!
i think you should give yourself one or two days a week for yourself. instead of studying, go out and do something for yourself that you want to do. also, if you dont want to spend all that much money, give yourself a limit for each week and put the rest of your money in the bank. just stay on track with your education while you do this.
I am 17 years old and I am really disappointed of my life ... I don't do the things that other teenagers do because I have to study very hard ... Money are a problem because in our society there will always be bad people that make discriminations. I think that in future all the things that I learned will help me ... and so will be for you. So don't throw all this good work ... because life isn't just disco, boys, fashion, cars or other things that others do.
Set some time on weekends to go out with friends. Drink a little if that's your thing. Plan it, though, to ensure it happens, but cancel if you get behind in schoolwork. You'll find yourself with something immediately rewarding for having all your work done, and something that will ease the tension of a constant workload.





Make sure everyone understands that you can't afford to go out during the week, though. School is more important than going out with friends, but your well-being is more important than school.
Go to church. It helps everything.
EVEN THOUGH UNTHINKING OR UNCARING PPL MAY PERSECUTE YOU ,DENY YOU ,TALK ABOUT YOU, HURT YOU OR PUT YOU DOWN HOLD YOUR HEAD UP HIGH AND STAND TALL ALWAYS RESPECT LOVE AND HONOR YOURSELF ITS THE BEST WAY TO GO!! MAINTAIN YOUR FAITH AND HAVE HIGH SELF ESTEEM!!!
It sounds like you are improving your life by getting an education. You should see some of the people that are out having fun. Sure they are smiling and having a wild fun time, but check in on them later, they will be passed out on the floor in a pile of vomit. You are doing the right thing by studying and sound like a really good and accomplished person. All I can recommend for now is just making sure you do not over work yourself. Find time to relax and unwind. Too much work is never good. Good luck in the future. :-)
congrats for being a virgin... nothing wrong with that. don't let anyone tell you different. I'm glad you are staying debt free and saving. most people are broke and in debt up to their eyeballs. sounds like you are doing things right.





you can have fun without drinking or having sex.... join a club or group in something that you find interesting... join a church, you can meet people there and do some social things through the church.





keep studying and getting the degree... it should pay off with a good paying job
What I think you should do first of all is not feel so down because other people your age are having fun and your not! Believe me, all that hard work you've been doing will eventually pay off sooner or later!!!


And second of all why don't you buy yourself a dog or a turtle that way (it may seem crazy) when you have a secret and you don't want anyone else to know tell your pet it's not like they are going to go around telling everyone your secrets!!! For God's sakes animals can't even talk!!!


GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND HOPEFULLY YOUR FUTURE PET(S)!!!
I think you are a very dedicated and goal oriented young woman. Young being the key word. You must follow your dreams, but not at the expense of loosing your passion in the process. I admire you for getting your masters degree, and doing it debt free at that. You should remain proud of yourself, don't ever let other people's lack of discipline get in your way of that. You can however take from their enjoyment of life and learn to relax when you can...even without spending any money. Life is all about balance and you are leaning too far on one end of the teeter-totter which could cause you to crash and loose your vision for the future. Try going out for 2 hours at a time. Tell your friends this is ALL the time you have and make a game up that will take about that long. Try going to Wal-Mart or somewhere cheap that you can walk to with a lot of different choices and tell each person they have 30 minutes, or fifteen, to go find ONE gift for each person in the group, or assign each person someone to shop for. The gift has to be under $5 and something the person you are shopping for would LOVE and actually be able to use. You don't have to buy the gifts either. Just exchange them in a specific area of the store and walk around together when you are finished and put each item back. Or go to the book store and pick out books that would best describe the person you are assigned. Same goes for listening to songs in the music store that would best describe their life. Whatever you do, do it with a relaxed mind-set, WITHOUT thinking about work or school and HAVE FUN!!
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dont worry your time will come. after sorrow and effort comes happiness and beauty
You should be proud of yourself for all the sacrifices you are making to become a better person. So does your family...





Young people this days want everything free...a mistake made by their parents.





I'm teaching the same to my kids. My daughter works very hard for going ahead in life, however her classmates (the majority) have no interest in getting ahead. They have their parents to live of.





Continue like this, though try at least to have some time of for you...otherwise you'll be completely drain.





God bless you
What's the fun of having material objects if you don't have anyone to share it with? I think it's great that you want to get ahead in life in that respect, but you need some entertainment in your life as well. You shouldn't have to sacrifice one for the other, just find a happy balance.
It takes remarkable courage and determination to sacrifice fun for achieving your goals You are inspirational - truly!


Keep going and try some of these things.


listen to music you like


study in the sun or change study venues to get other perspectives.


Dance while cooking a meal.


Sing in the shower.


Ask friends for help with your studies.


Be kind to yourself.
I think that if you are doing what is good for you, then you are doing the right thing. Don't worry so much about what other people are doing. You're going to have plenty of time to have all of those things, only you'll be doing it without the added stress of bills. Good for you!
Smile. I think you're doing a great job with your life. Maybe you're not having the most fun now,but when you're older and have graduated you won't get worry-wrinkle-lines on you face from worrying about all those debts (and other stupid things) that you did in college!
i think u should turn to religioun cus u didnt say anything about god. i would become catholic, there u will find the answers to all ur problems
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  • I need advice the beach or body for life diet?

    I want a good healthy meal plan to abide by i do better with a set plan And i've heard alot of good things about south beach and food for life from the body for life plan. Is there anyone that can offer any advice as to which one you think would be better or any experiences you've had with either of them?I need advice the beach or body for life diet?
    A DIET IS WHAT YOU EAT....there for we are all on a diet....


    THINK LIFESTYLE CHANGE





    You got the change the way you think and feel about food





    TRY THIS, and stick to it.





    The first 3-4 weeks are the hardest until your body adjusts to the change.


    Results will be in about the same time





    Fruits and Veggies





    Eat more plants and keep away from stuff that was made in plants.





    Don't eat anything that comes in a can, box or package....


    .....THEY HAVE ADDITIVES IN THEM THAT MAKE YOU ADDICTED TO THE FOOD.....


    If man made it, don't eat it





    NO white BREAD or SUGAR





    NO FRIED FOOD...





    Stay away from FAST FOOD











    Walk your dog, or walk a friends dog





    Don't think of it as a diet, but think of it as a lifestyle change





    I have lost 25.5 pounds in 2 months, drink lots of water. I usually eat a meal of what ever I want once a week....controlled portion....this really works.........





    Write down every thing you eat





    Take a multi vitamin at nightI need advice the beach or body for life diet?
    to lose weight u need to eat right and have a workout plan 5-6 days a week.u have to want it.


    ***try this u need to change ur diet.


    eat six times a day. ea of ur 3 main meals needs to combine a lean protein such as chicken breast ground turkey turkey bacon egg whts also combine that with a complex carb such as a baked potato or sweet potato wild rice brown rice oatmeal or girts. also add fresh fruit and vegies to lunch and dinner. pick fruits low in sugar like pears and berries. if u get canned vegies get ones with low sodium. eat every 3-4 hrs keep ur metablism moving.


    ***also the most important part is WATER drink at least 64oz. no soda or juice. water will curve ur cravings.


    u need to hit cardio 3-4 times a week running outside it great workout if u can hit a gym and cardio machine is great at least 30mins***


    also add weight/strength training 3 times a week.u can google free weight traning guides anywhere. its not hard to find things for free.


    ***plan ur meals ahead of time.always have a healthy snack with u so u wont be tempted to eat fast food. also if u wait to late to eat u will get so hungry u will eat the world. make time to work out start out with 30 mins then increase.its ur body treat it right. ur diet alone can help lose weight but working out makes ur body look good. shows muscles and tight skin which is sexy and beautful. stick with it ur body will amaze u!!! to be healthy and look great u need both in ur life. good luck email me if u have further questions

    What advice on life do you have to offer?

    Don't sweat the petty stuff, or is that pet the sweaty stuff. LOLWhat advice on life do you have to offer?
    And I don't want to know what the sweaty things are. LOL thanks Report Abuse
    What advice on life do you have to offer?
    Don't lose your virginity to some one that won't be with you in 6 months


    Love your life because @ any time it might be taken away


    Don't drink in excess being an addict is scary


    If it is under 50 degrees outside wear a coat


    Don't burn bridges because you might need them later (This means don't have attitudes with people because you might need them later)


    Laugh and live


    Have fun


    Don't take the people that LOVE YOU 4 granted
    Stretch, be flexible, tolerant, accepting,


    don't stay in a box, always attempt new things,


    reach beyond yourself and never forget...


    you reap what you sow.





    ma
    Be yourself, everyone else is taken.





    It's actually by Oscar Wilde, but I think it's great advice.
    Forgive and forget. No need for grudges.No need to be vindictive, that's a sure sign of immaturity and insecurity.
    Make the most of today....you never know what may happen tomorrow.





    %26lt;%26lt;%26lt;%26lt;Someone needs to work harder on practising what he preaches on this one.
    Make a habit of doing something good for yourself that is good for you and don't sweat the small stuff
    ineffable, crwth, troglodyte.
    Be your favorite person, unless you got kids, but they're part of you so it's still the same thing to love them the most.
    Finish college
    Love one another and laugh it makes it all soooo much better.
    When you stop to smell the roses, make sure there are no bees on the roses
    Always tie your shoes before going down stairs.
    Just be yourself .... warts and all , lol


    people like real and genuine .


    D :)
    one word - moderation.
    No one can ruin your day without YOUR permission.
    Treat people the way you want to be treated.
    If u have money, enjoy it, spend it or spread it around...
    Life should be a why-not not a what-if.
    Don't sweat the small stuff
    Don't be an idiot :)
    Dont regret!











    Live life has it comes!
    make the best of what you have, and never fry bacon w/o a shirt on
    Don't become a puppet.
    He who eats the fastest, gets the mostest.
    be careful what you wish for you may get it
    lifes too short to worry about what u can't do anything about
    Don't look back,
    Laugh.
    my farts are for everyone

    Can anyone send me one of their major life learning experiences with advice attached to it?

    If you are not comfortable with typing it here, feel free to send it to mzt_shorty@yahoo.com thanks!Can anyone send me one of their major life learning experiences with advice attached to it?
    Found my dad in basement after he suffered from a stroke 18 hours after he suffered it; mom diagnosed with breast cancer soon after.





    Life is short - enjoy it.Can anyone send me one of their major life learning experiences with advice attached to it?
    BF cheated, i fell into deep depression, lost a lot of weight, my hair fell out, dropped outta school, quit my job, stayed in the house all the time. --We are still together and it took me damn near a year for people to stop saying --';Why is he with that homeless looking bum,what happened to Maria, i liked her better??????


    Advice: Never let a man determine how you feel about and treat yourself.





    P.S. I am Maria (in case i didnt make that clear)
    If you have a knife sharpened to razor thinness, be sure that it's been properly sheathed.





    Else you'll end up with an embarrassing trip to the Emergency Room.

    What is the single most important piece of advice you could give for a great life?

    Follow the Golden Rule, without question.What is the single most important piece of advice you could give for a great life?
    I would advice people to make “long-term investments” that are essential to make life more fulfilling.





    We should all make long-term investments for our health and relationships. Both health and relationships are very valuable and important in our lives. Good health and relationships don’t just happen like magic. We actually need to make a commitment and that’s why I said it is a long-term investment. We need to exercise constantly for good health and make time for our families and friends. Other type of long-term investment may include investment for knowledge that may serve you to a great knowledgeable life etc.


    What is the single most important piece of advice you could give for a great life?
    For me it is easy. Cultivate love. Try to love people as much as possible. The more love you give to others the more will return to you. The more you love the greater happiness you will find.


    Take care.



    To honour and respect all life because the presence of God is everywhere, in you and me and in all things.
    I'd say, you should try to Understand how people feel and Understand how to become Wise, If you understand how people think and feel life its an easier road to walk on.
    Live your life in the Now not past or future Now is all we have treasure it have fun with it.
    watch the parking meters
    If you want respect, earn it.





    ^_^
    Be True To Yourself.


    Mark C.
    smile,, take one day at a time.

    How often do you listen to advice from someone in your life?

    TY.How often do you listen to advice from someone in your life?
    all advice is worth considering, especially from people that know me.


    cfHow often do you listen to advice from someone in your life?
    I will listen to it, of course, but it's just whether I actually use it! I have got to the stage where I pretty much know what I want to do, but talking it over with someone can help solidify my decision or make me see things more realistically. You lead your own life, but others are there to help.





    What about you? :)


    Take care x
    It depends on the person. My grandmother is bat **** crazy, so I generally try to ignore what she says. My father, however, is a genius.
    I only listen to advice if it is something that I ask for help with. But if someone gives me advice I just never take it.
    Not often enough.
    TOO MUCH

    Do you find it easier to give good advice, but have problems in your own life that need help?

    This is my problem! I have always naturally fit the role of a therapist or counseler, yet have problems in my own life I can't seem to get a handle on.Do you find it easier to give good advice, but have problems in your own life that need help?
    Doctors won't operate on themselves, and chefs like to be cooked for as well sometimes. Understand what I am saying? Sometimes if we have a problem then there's no shame in seeking another's support. If you have nothing against councellors or therapists , seek one yourself and talk your problems through. Everyone needs support and we aren't expected to always help ourselves.


    It doesn't matter how intelligent you are, you won't see a doctor operating on his own heart-so don't try to symbolically operate on your own heart-Let someone else come in and help you.Do you find it easier to give good advice, but have problems in your own life that need help?
    It's probably why we do this as our own lives hinge on the brink of disaster.....I laugh and yet I think it's much easier for people to help others because me can keep the ';emotion'; out of our opinions therefor able to be more objective. My older sister could cure all the ills in the universe but let her break a nail and she immediately falls asleep.
    yes exactly i cant seem to apply to same logic to my life
    Everyone experiences that. The problem is that you don't listen to yourself or don't have the confidence to believe your words. I listen to me and so far I have no problems.
    me2, I just can't handle my life....:-%26lt;
    Yep. I give great advice but I can't seem to follow it at all....
    thats usually how i am too. my friends come to me for advise all the time but whenever i have a problem, i always spend waaaaaaaay too much time thinking into it. and whenever i ask my friends for advise they give me advise that i had previously given them.
    same here... but it comforts me when i help others solve their problems
    It's a lot easier to give advice than it is to implement it. I find advising others to be personally therapeutic. It encourages me to to look deeper into myself to find the appropriate advice to offer. Eventually, as you share your words of wisdom with others, you learn to trust yourself, and practice what you preach.
    This is very common. Sometimes when we refuse to deal with our own problems we start to see those problems in the lives of others. This also suggest that you are an extrovert. Extroverts report that they are happier than introverts. It is possible for you to balance this area of your life by making a concious change. The less energy you spend giving what you imagine to be good advice to other people... the more energy you will have to resolve your own problems. If you are so extroverted that you simply cannot reflect on your own life because you are so distracted by the lives of those around you - take heart that in healing others we take a step towards healing ourself.
    Yes, it's easier to see solutions for others because we're not emotionally attached like we are with our own issues.
  • rimmel
  • What advice would you give to make the transition from home life to college easier?

    Is there any advice you wish you'd been given? Things I should remember to take with me? Any help is greatly appreciated.What advice would you give to make the transition from home life to college easier?
    Just because you can do whatever you want now, doesn't mean everything is good to do. Think ahead of time about what you want to experience and do in college. Then stick to your morals and values.





    I found the most important thing was life-long friendships. So, invest your time in new friends.





    This is a time when you are deciding what type of person you want to be for the rest of your life. You can go to college and be a totally different person than you were in High School.





    ';I decided what type of person I wanted to be and I pretended to be that person so long, I became that person.'; -Cary Grant





    Your college years will go by fast! Make the most of them!What advice would you give to make the transition from home life to college easier?
    don't worry girl! live it up!
    go to a place where i can fit into a culure that i'm used to. that's what i'm goin to do when i leave for college. i plan on goin to a black college, since i am black (well, half anyways) and i want to learn more about my culture.

    What advice can you give me regarding my life?

    I'm a freshman in college and I'm really shy. Unfortunately, all 3 of my roommates are even shyer than me. I would like to go out on weekends, but my roommates usually don't want to. I have made a few other friends, but most of them don't like to go out. I am particularly bad at talking to girls and can never really think of anything to say. I try to start conversations but they never seem to go anywhere. I'm sick of being a loser. What should I do? What advice can you give me regarding my life?
    Hm, I suppose the same could go for a girl is she were in your situation, so. . .i'll give it my best shot. . . .





    OK, so, I'm thinking you should round up your roomates and take them out for a movie, or a burger, or something. Those are awesome places for meeting girls, and shy guys can be attractive to some women. You sound really cute to me. xD (haha)





    If they really really really refuse to go out, or simply don't want to pay for it, just walk around the campus. get familiar with who's partying, and who's staying in. It's definitely not a good way to meet people, but a good way to waste time. I think you should get closer with thise guys, so that they trust you more to take them places and stuff. Because you're more (a little) confident than then, they might learn something. you never know.





    Best of luck!





    - OliviaWhat advice can you give me regarding my life?
    Maybe you should find some girls that are more your type or more easier to talk to? or maybe you should join a club or work somewhere where there are girls and maybe that way you can talk to some or start being able to try to make conversation with them if you work with them
    Get involved in clubs and campus activities. Volunteer. Find a cause you believe in and you will meet people with similar interests. There are tons of possibilities at a college. Take advantage of them. Talk to your advisor or RA. Strike up a casual conversation with a girl in one of your classes. Ask her if she enjoys the course. Get to know her. It takes time.
    Join a club that does not consist of shy people.


    First you may need a make over.
    do something crazy, like be the guy who surfs porn in the front row of class. soon enough people will start taling to you

    What piece of advice can you give that life has taught you?

    There are a lot of life lessons that we all learn each and every day. Buy I would like to know what has been the best piece of advice that you have ever heard or have ever experience.What piece of advice can you give that life has taught you?
    Be yourself - Never try to be or be like someone your not. Your true friends will accept and appreciate you as you are.What piece of advice can you give that life has taught you?
    If you take a dog and turn him into a success, He won't bite you. Thats the principle difference in a man and a dog.
    Don't argue with the cook.


    If you want something done, do it yourself.


    Look both ways before crossing the street.


    It's better to have loved and lost, than never have loved.
    life is short and you should live it as if Jesus is coming back today.
    What goes around, comes around...





    AND





    Treat others as you wish to be treated...
    You can't get back yesterday.








    Unless you find a tear in the whole time/space continuum.
    You cannot CHANGE anyone, other than yourself!
    Jesus saves.


    Love your neighbor.


    Don't trust women.


    Learn a trade.
    Don't take life for granted. Appreciation is a necessity in life.

    What is the best advice on life? What is your mantra?

    I'm always curious to hear others perceptions on this question.What is the best advice on life? What is your mantra?
    Seek the Lord Jesus while there is still time.What is the best advice on life? What is your mantra?
    Lay back and watch the drama.If there's something going on against your wish,stand up and scream';Cut!Cut!';.Go,set the scene right back again,and return to your cosy seat.Its YOUR life and YOUR drama.Add a touch of YOU to it.
    Live like you were dying. Talk Sweeter love deeper and forgive more. That is from llywd.com it was inspired from the song by Tim McGraw. It changed my life.
    Do good to the people around you and, if possible, to more remote ones too so that your name would stay in their heart forever.
    Nothing is what it seem's when you look at it with your eyes





    untill you see it, with yor heart . . .
    live and let live!
    Take one day at a time!
    stop b*tching %26amp; do smthing about it. easier said than done, of course

    Advice for staring private practice while balancing family and life with work?

    I am a newly licensed counselor looking to begin a private practice but I am concerned about being able to balance the practice with my family life. I have two children, a 7 year old and 1 year old. I'd love to hear from seasoned professionals who have found the secret to balancing practice and life and still feel fulfilled and happy who can help a newbie like me just starting out.Advice for staring private practice while balancing family and life with work?
    Just for clarification:





    This means that starting out in an established practice or in a managed health or mental health network is out of the question?





    I obviously don't know you at all, but it seems to me that it would be very important to network as heavily as you can with other professionals before deciding to strike out on your own. Not just other counselors, but MDs and psychologists and lawyers.... the people who might likely refer your clients to you.





    Also, who is it that you'll turn to if you need a second opinion; or to refer an individual to whom you cannot help?





    Of course, maybe you've got all this nailed down already. If so, pay not mind to my questions.

    What is the best advice you have ever gotten in your life?

    It doesn't matter where it came from,could be a Grandparent,song,etc.What is the best advice you have ever gotten in your life?
    My boyfriend told me ';Don't care what other people think.'; ... I gotta admit, my life is a lot less stressful when I at least partially listen to this advice. What is the best advice you have ever gotten in your life?
    ';You won't be Seventeen forever, and we can away with this tonight';


    -Metro Station, ';Control';





    Paramore has some really good lyrics too.


    I love all their songs. :D
    don't settle for a fat one ( gf that is )





    'from some tourists at the beach a few years back , definity some good advice
    ';Never expect too much from people, that way you wouldn't be dissapointed';.
    ';Put your faith in god and everything will start to fall into place'; My mother and my grandmother both said that
    Don't trust anyone.
    always go pee before leaving the house, from my mom
    love all. trust few. do wrong to no one. - Shakespeare
  • rimmel
  • What advice do you have from your life experiences.?

    Any advice that you wish someone would have told you, or that you had to learn the hard way.


    Any tips you may have will do.


    10 points for best answer.What advice do you have from your life experiences.?
    well, i have learned over time that people change, and it hurts, but it is for the better over time.


    people do not always appear as they really are, and that is okay, that does not mean they cant be nice to someone else, it just means that the two of you weren't meant to be.





    i've also learned that nobody is worth keeping you down, i have difficult time putting myself first, i always have. but over the years i have gotten better at it. it has been a big problem for me in relationships, because i used to let myself get manipulated and taken advantage of, but i was the only one who could change that, so i did finally. i was in love and sure that i had met the guy i was going to marry. so it hurt really badly to leave him, but i did, and it felt so good to free myself. such a huge weight was lifted when my tears dried.





    don't neglect others ever, just don't forget yourself along the way.What advice do you have from your life experiences.?
    Make sure you act in the sense of a child trying to be like you. dont do wrong. if you have to think about whether something is wrong or right its wrong...choose your words carefully, think of what your going to say before you say it. God gave us 2 ears and 1 mouth for a reason, you should listen more and talk less and you may learn something you could have missed if you were to start talking about something irrelevant to the subject. we have more ears than mouths because we should listen more. If you think its going to be a bad day it will. you make your own day and dont let some1 else change it.
    Don't do things just because others are doing it, it doesn't make it right. Think about what you are doing to someone else and how you would feel if someone was doing it to you.
    All best answers get 10 points:)


    I would tell people not to take themselves too seriously, to love fiercely, find a job that they LOVE, to worry less, not to hold grudges, never judge, be absolutely completely honest, be as good as your word, sleep less, dance more, spend time with your best friends and family, eat right, exercise, play a lot and that it isn't about the outcome but it's all about the journey.
    [] ARE DREAMS THAT NEVER COME TRUE


    I don`t think I have a chance for best answer , lol


    Anyway, keep this because you`ll see it`s not only an experience, is a wisdom
    The best way through any hard or difficult emotional situation is Head On...

    What is the best advice you have ever got in life?

    You can die if you are not careful is mine.What is the best advice you have ever got in life?
    Since everything is subjective, this is your universe and you're God here. Be creative with it.What is the best advice you have ever got in life?
    Never eat yellow snow..





    Nah, seriously. Someone just told me to ';believe in yourself';. I know it is a cliche phrase, but it actually worked. She egged me on all the way through primary school saying that phrase and it just made me determined to achieve my full potential. They thought I was mentally retarded because I didn't speak English, but here I am not as fluent as everyone else and predicted high grades in my GCSEs ... all thanks to this woman.
    To do the very best you possibly can. I now run my own very successful dressmaking business! Sound advice!
    to love your school days cuz those are the best days you'll ever get.


    so now i try to make sure that i dnt get upset with my friends for little things.


    xXx nikki xXx
    On my divorce, it's better than one six feet under and the other in jail.
    ';Don't be an idiot.';


    --Michael Scott
    Know thyself
    ';Live your life';
    do it now, tomorrow may never come
    the best would be..


    ';be yourself and dont let other people make you cry';

    What is some advice you would give to others about life?

    What are some of the lessons learned in your life you would like to share with others?





    ThanksWhat is some advice you would give to others about life?
    Be alert to what is going on around you and in your life.


    Live every minute to the fullest.


    Take advantage of all opportunities.


    Love everyone with all your heart.


    Accept your friends and family for who they are and love them for it.


    Ignore the stuff you don't like.


    Love the Lord and learn what He wants for you.


    Learn all you can about everything.


    Know how to be patient and practice it.


    Be honest.What is some advice you would give to others about life?
    wow that answer that u picked was actually very simple yet so enlightening to me Report Abuse

    ';If what you have to say about a person is such that you wouldn't say it to their face, keep it to yourself. After all, do you like people saying ugly about you when you're not around?';





    ';Always be kind to others; even if they are not kind in return.';





    ';Have compassion on those who are less fortunate.';





    ';Be true to who you are and do not allow people to have a negative influence on you.';





    ';Don't be too sensitive. Everyone makes mistakes including you.';
    Hello, If he is faster than you shout from a very long way.lol Above all have a profession that you really enjoy as it's a lifespan task. Don't spend more than you earn, don't be taken in by what others have got because all that glitters is not gold, on the way up help them that you past as you will want them on the way back ';maybe';. Try not to keep all your eggs in one basket, greet with a smile';even with that hangover'; you will be s*hit on a few times keep those who do it close than you see it coming next time.
    Experience EVERYTHING you have a chance to experience, you'll regret the things you never done.


    Live in the moment, yesterdays gone nothing you can do about it, Tomorrow's not here why worry about it, Live for today and do all you can do, be all you can be, and have fun with life.................................
    Things may seem safe may not be so. The Lehman case is a good example when you put the full trust in the banks, you throw almost all of your life saving into it so that the earning will get through the later part of your life. Pity for those who done so. What I wish to bring out is, do not put all or invest all saving in one trust of bank. Spread it out. Banks are no longer safe. Properties may not be safe and it can depreciate all of a sudden. Do not be greedy. Do not trust and put money into organisation that promise impossible good returns.
    Don't make your job your life and don't live for it. Of course, do the best to your abilities, but don't sell your soul to any company.





    Don't stay at any company if you feel you're stagnating.





    Create a life outside the workplace.





    Know what you're capable of doing, but don't be afraid to take risks. Even if the risk you've made is a mistake, it's part of the growing process of life.





    It's always dark before the dawn. Trust in the dawn.





    When one door closes another one will open wider.





    Don't be afraid to explore new adventures. Challenge yourself.
    *Everything heals in time whether you want to believe it or not!


    *Friendship is the key to true love


    *personality is better than looks,but you still need sparks


    *Do not Judge others


    *Happiness comes from within


    *It's always worth it to live!!


    *Some friendships aren't forever,choose your friendships wisely


    *Believe in yourself


    *in the end only your opinion matters
    Don't jump too quick. Find things that make you happy. Choose your soul mate carefully. Love yourself. Don't set goals too high. Have faith that you know what you are doing. Be forgiving. Never judge.Don't take things for granted. Be kind but not humble. Helpful but not become a rug. Don't make a decision before thinking it over. You don't have to love or like anyone but never hate. Try to be honest in everything. That little white lie you tell to spare someone won't send you to hell. Be smart, be kind to yourself, take care of yourself. There is no promise of a happy life. Happy New Year. Poppy
    Be respectful, honest, and truthful to yourself, and about yourself. Doing this draws others who think and feel the same to you. One last big one. if you are with someone, don't cheat on them. If you have fallen out of love with them break it off before you start a relationship with someone else. Basically it all boils down to, treat others as you wish to be treated. Oh yeah I almost forgot, use a cab or a designated driver any time you drink, have fun and Happy New Year
    Be kind and compassionate to other people. Especially those close to you. I have so many regrets about times that I was too harsh or when I kept walking instead of stopping and offering a hand, or simply a kind word and a smile.





    Hug your family often and tell them how much you love them because one day they will be gone and it'll be too late to say the things you were always ';going to';.
    Don't bother me. I'm living happily ever after. *G*
    Put 10% of your income into a sound investment.


    I know someone who actually did this. He retired young and he is more than comfortable.


    I wish I had done that. I don't think it would have been that difficult.
    Be true to your Lord, Country, Family, Friends and yourself. Always give a good day of work for your pay. Don't do you anything that you will later be ashamed of.
    Appreciate the important things in life and let the rest go by the wayside. We only have so much time left. Don't fret over the little things.
    You come into this world alone with people all around you. You leave it the same way. Don't expect the in-between to be any different.
    Don't worry about things you can't control.
    Don't believe everything you hear
    Learn from your mistakes and don't worry what others say.
    Trust your instincts about people, I've found that my first impressions about people are usually spot on, good or bad.
    'Life is very simple....people tend to make it complicated'





    Confucius
    Take it a day at a time and be careful what you wish/hope/dream/pray for.
    Just live it and don't watch it pass you by.
    Be very honest and go to church.
    KEEP ON BREATHING !!
    live life to the fullest

    How do you find balance in life? 10 points for the best advice. Thank you?

    Some people save all their money for future's use. They focus on future, but forget to enjoy their life. On the other hand, some people enjoy life at every moments, but forget about future.








    Thank you.How do you find balance in life? 10 points for the best advice. Thank you?
    I totally see where you are coming from! We are told to live everyday as if it鈥檚 our last, so does that mean that we should go crazy and enjoy ourselves every day, spending loads of money as we do it, or should be more 鈥榮ensible鈥?and save for the future.


    I think balancing this is different for every person. You have to decide for yourself whether you think that it is better to save for future use, or live for the moment. While we are young I definitely think that we should be having fun, whilst being responsible at the same time.


    I would say save some money for future use, but enjoy yourself with some money now. We go to work to get paid, and we need to have some fun in our lives to keep us happy and motivated to go back and do more work!


    So basically yeah, think about what is right for you. Would you prefer to enjoy yourself when you are older, or would you like to live for the moment? If you can, balance it by saving some for the future, and have fun now as well. It is do-able :)


    Good luck, and I鈥檓 sure you will find the balance that is right for you!How do you find balance in life? 10 points for the best advice. Thank you?
    It took a long time for me to realise I had no real control over future events and to just live in the moment seemed trite but for me it is freedom and peace now and I don't get so disappointed when things don't happen the way they may have been planned. My balance is to enjoy the SIMPLE things and when the extrordinary comes along, thats a bonus....
    Finding balance is most likely when our stated priorities match the time you give them. Let's pretend you say that your top priorities are, for example, God, marriage, family, friends, work and sports/hobbies. If your biggest time usage is T.V., video games, e-mail/blogs, napping and shopping, you will not find balance. Many of us live under the ';tyranny of the urgent'; (someone else's phrase). We spend a lot of our time doing what is urgent but not what is important. Balance comes when you harmonize the two, finding a way to make our stated priorities a lifestyle choice.
    Take what you enjoy doing and what you ';need'; to do, and begin to turn your needs into your enjoyments. Additionally, a sound mind and a sound body assist with balance. Enrich your soul with educational/spiritual activities, as well as a healthy dose (defined by you) of leisure/sport activities (walking, meditating, etc.)
    Balance is when you have exposed the duality of mind. Opposites are complimentary and stand based upon each other. Balance is when you achieve the state of Being, beyond the dual concepts.
    I believe that if you accept, and truly accept, that are just some things in life you cannot change and admit to yourself that you will make mistakes, life seems to balance around you. You must make amends with yourself for your past mistakes and forgive those that have wronged you. After all that has been accomplished when something occurs in your life that seems frustrating find amusement in it. Especially if it is a new experience just enjoy experiencing something new. Some people would say a car accident is unfortunate, but how many times do you plan to have one? So try and understand all that occured around it and enjoy this new experience, as you have just learned something new. Seems strange? Balance is not easy to achieve and rarely makes sense. As for the future, I plan for it, but accept my next breath may be my last and enjoy the one I have in my lungs
    I find balance in life through the study and practice of Taoism. The early Taoists were the ones to come up with the yin-yang symbol (the grand tai chi, or supreme ultimate). It is a statement about change and balance. If you read the Tao Te Ching and try to apply it to your life, you will eventually find the answers you're looking for. A good passage in your particular case would be:





    To hold and fill (a vessel) to the full,


    It had better not be done.


    To temper and sharpen a sword,


    Its edge could not be kept long.


    To fill the hall with gold and jade,


    There is no way to guard them.


    To be rich, exalted, and proud,


    This is to invite blame upon oneself.





    When work is done, the person retires,


    Such is the [Way] of heaven.





    -- Chapter 9, Tao Te Ching, 6th c. BCE, by Lao Tzu, translated by Ellen M. Chen





    Many of the world's oldest wisdom philosophies/religions have much to teach. They have been honed and proven over many centuries.
    You have to decide for yourself what is important and what is not. From there you need to eliminate negativity. From you or directed towards you. And then grab your life and live EVERY DAY LIKE IT IS YOUR LAST! BECAUSE IT COULD BE. Happiness is yours to take, do not wait for someone to give it to you. God doesn't give you more than you can handle because no matter what it is, how bad or good, it will come to be the past. So remember, know when to hold on, know when to let go, know when to walk away, and know when to stand and fight. For everything has a time and place, and remember, into each life some rain must fall, but don't stop to count the rain drops, grab an umbrella and go play in a puddle!! Because there is always good to be found. the balance in life is being able to handle the bad, and ENJOY the good. It is a two way street honey!If you are constantly worrying about your past or future, what are you doing with your right now??? Don't waste a minute, we only get so many, and in the grand scheme of things it is only a blink of an eye. Balance is not what you should strive for. Happiness, love, faith, hope, and wonder are better to pursue! Because your future will come one day at a time. And you past will grow just the same. You cannot change this. But you can write your own story. One day at a time. And as far as money....What is the going rate for happiness and love? There is no amount of money that can buy them, so save some for your future, and spend some to color your today, so your past is as bright as your future!!!
    At 56, my future can only be the furnace or the dirt motel. I live for now. Life is short. Screw the future!
    you have to find your own happy place. As for me, i save some money for me and the future. its always good to be prepared. Being with your true love will help you find balance.


    You have to take the world as it comes at you. hold your head high no matter what and always think of the good side to everything.
    BY QUITTING DRINKING. WHEN I STOPPED DRINKNG, MY BALANCE IMPROVED 100%
    Simple... self-control and moderation.
    I find balance from being myself. I also go out and live every minute to the fullest. God can take us any minute let it be a car or a bullet or an accident, we have a time. I don't want to waste my time and life for the future. Because if I do that i have no future. I would do that all my life. You get it? If I keep saving I'll do that in the future. I'll never have a life or future. I go out and live life my way. I don't want any rules, even though we have to follow. I want to have everything I dreamed of. I have my scuba diving liscense. I have alot of animals. i am loved with a ton of friends! I am living my life how I want to. If I am taken away from this Earth right now in the middle of the answer. I don't want any one to feel bad for me. I lived a good life. I was everyones friend. I was me. I only want for all those whos hearts were taken from my passing to heal in a slow matter of time. I am only wanting my life and the people in it to be happy. Like our lord. Like our Friends. Like our parents and family.





    Hope I gave you a vivid illustration in that lil thing in youer brain. answer my questions.





    -Aimee
    By finding one's own equilibrium.





    That is, there is no pat answer for what represents ';balance'; universally.





    At what point do you feel that you are in your comfort zone of not worrying about the future and enjoying the present? Massive amounts of security? Most of your bases covered? Caution to the wind?





    Everyone feels differently about this and some, feel very comfortable not worrying about tomorrow and in their experience, find that it takes care of itself.





    Others, are always concerned that the ';sky is falling'; and feel the need for a ';Golden Parachute'; just in case.





    Beliefs, tend to be self-fulfilling. If you feel you need security for tomorrow, don't feel the need to abandon this simply because someone says you focus too much on the future. You do. So what? It's your comfort level that's at stake and if you believe there is a disaster around the corner, then chances are, you will confirm yourself in this. If not, the money is in the bank.





    Conversely, if you live comfortably with little concern for tomorrow and others tell you to save, save, save or you're being irresponsible, tell them to get stuffed and enjoy your life as you see fit.





    I used to drive the elderly around for a living. I heard more regret about people not living the way they wanted to, than any other regret. Living for others, or according to the way others think one should, was the most common to hear.
    A fine balance of painkillers and booze.
    Laugh when it is funny, Work when you need to spend when you can, save when you can. Don't worry too much about what the next person has compaired to you because that is unimportant. I have never seen a UHAUL attached to a hurse. So live every day as it is your last. Say I love you to those you know. Kiss those you want to. Forgive even when you don't. Give to those with out because some day it may happen to you.
    Bourbon is a good resource.
    I don't.
    Hello:





    You do what humans can do and other animals can't...you make a plan. You start by thinking where you want to be after whatever period of time...then you think what it will take day by day to get there...you make sure its doable and then you live your life.





    You will have to go back now and again and adjust things and rethink, but you would already have the broad strokes there.





    Really I put emphasis on living if for no other reason than life almost always ends before we are ready...so live while you can.





    I hope this helps





    Rev Phil
    I would say having fun and living life and just being around friends to lift your spirits
    My balance is in my view and understanding of my relative place in time. And further, all those around me that have not come to grips with that reality. There is a finite amount of ';it'; so, what should I being doing with ';it'; now.





    I hope it works for you





    Old Guy
    realize that their is no balance in life. Accept that and just live your life for now and when something comes up, deal with it then. You dont know the future so dont spend all your time worring about it before it becomes the past.
    live close to nature and do your own thing dont ever let anyone get in the way of your dreams and let fate lead the way! also find a good mature way to solve problems and nnot to hold grudges! believe in god! most of all believe in yourself get a good education and keep a close circle of friends!
    by reminding myself of both.


    I try not to get too serious or obsessed only one of them.
    I take life as it comes. I just live everyday and try to make the best of it. But, I always remember my plans for the future. I have been saving money for a VERY long time, And I use it here and there, But I plan on using most of it on future use.
    you have to keep in mind 2 things. always to get at what you want and never change your personality on that road. if you are able to do that you will be a winner. will have what you want, when you want, and you'll be you every second. that should make your life balanced.
    Never worry about the future. If you can control what happens, you have control. If you can't control what happens, you can't control it. There's no need to worry about.





    The trick to balance in life is to enjoy now, with very few thoughts on the future. You never experience the future, you only experience now.
    look into and live from your heart, there you will find contentment in balance throughout time
    By realizing that the world isn't balanced and accepting it
    Create your own balance as long as there is some.
    Well you could just balance stuff out somehow.

    Would like to send home made gifts from the pantry this year need advice on packaging/shelf life?

    thinking cakes cookies bread etc how far in advance can i make them how can i pack them how long will they last when packaged all recipies ive found are for eat now or freeze any advice greatly recievedWould like to send home made gifts from the pantry this year need advice on packaging/shelf life?
    You haven't said where you are sending them!Would like to send home made gifts from the pantry this year need advice on packaging/shelf life?
    Home made is best eaten the same day or within a couple of days except for fruit cake and some other ';keeping cakes'; which can last for ages. Look for recipes that need time for the finished item to mature.





    Packaging should always be airtight - a tin for example.





    Sorry it wasn't much use.
    I'd use cello bags designed for party favors... mostly clear, maybe printed w/ some Cmas motif.... You can bake now, wrap airtight, freeze, then package before you deliver. Tie shut w/ curly ribbon.
    Well, you failed to mention where you are sending from, and where they are going to. For example, we often send cookies to Florida from Massachusetts, and if we bake them, the next day I go to the post office and mail them priority so they arrive in a day or two. Those I just put in a box with tons of tissue paper, no real special handling required. But, mailing a box to my friend who is currently stationed in Baghdad, we will be baking the cookies Monday morning, and going to the post office that afternoon. Even shipping them as quickly as we can, they will still take a few weeks to get to him. So, we put them in ziploc bags, with a slice of white bread in each bag. This keeps them extra fresh. Then, we put the bags in a airtight ziploc container. Then we stick tons of tissue paper around the whole thing to mail.
    You may want to consider making jelly. It's easy to make and keeps well for a long time. You can make the usual fruit flavors or exotic flavors such as wine, mint, or champagne. They are all easy to make. The recipes may be on the Sure-Gel box or you can look for them on the Internet.
    Hi! I dont really know the answer to your question but i have a holiday gift suggestion! Instead of making a cake or bread and freezing it, make a large batch orr fruit jam, jelly, coulis, or chutney and put them in jars that you can decorate yourself! You can make so many different ones! Those will keep for a long time and you wont sacrifice flavor or texture by freezing!
    Here is some good info... i love this site





    http://allrecipes.com/HowTo/Mailing-Cook鈥?/a>
    You could always give ';gifts in a jar';. Basically, it's a quart jar filled with all the dry ingredients. The recipient simply adds the liquid and bakes at her convenience. The jars can be decorated or personalized too.





    http://members.tripod.com/~HeresPoo/

    Would you take/accept life advice from someone younger than you?

    (financial,emotional,physical)Would you take/accept life advice from someone younger than you?
    Absolutely! My goodness, there are people who have life experience different than mine...training and education that I don't...and I am a pretty wise gal in a few areas where others are not...the give and take and sharing of experience is what makes life so darned wonderful and interesting!





    For example, if you're 50 and the new heart doctor who is going to save you is 39, are you going to ignore his advice because he is younger?





    I saw an interview with a 20-year-old millionaire who made bundles on the internet while in high school--am I going to take his advice? You betcha!





    I've seen some really scattered seniors whom I wouldn't trust to tell me the time of day, and some really ';wise old souls'; who were eight years old.





    Life experience and wisdom is what matters--not the number of years your body has been in existence!Would you take/accept life advice from someone younger than you?
    Absolutely. From the mouth of babes there is a lot of wisdom. Many times a little kid will speak the truth that an adult will not. If you're not listening to the little children, you're not growing financially, emotionally or physically. Listen and learn!





    Many young people have not yet been polluted by societies fake values and can still see clearly. In your heart you will know its true if you are really listening. Don't be too proud to consider everything children have to say....





    Teen agers waver. They aren't sure if their child eyes are true or not and are trying to be cool. Teen agers are off sometimes because they are confused and don't know if they should say what they see or not.





    Young adults who have not yet had a lot of hurtful business failures and are still full of zeal are often right on with their business advice but sometimes they don't know the consequenses of failure. You have to decide the risk but what they say is right on. If you can keep that youthful attitude, you can maintain success. You know there are quite a few people under 30 who have already become millionaires while I'm 50 and still struggling. If a 23 year old wants to give me business advice, I'd listen. Especially if he/she has a good track record already.





    An ounce of insight is more valuable than a pound of experience...sometimes! Lots of times.
    Sometimes, the young have minds that far surpass their age and could actually be insightful. Lets not forget that someone younger could bring our attention to important little things in life. I think we should take as much advice as we can to broaden our own minds, maybe we can help others that are older than us.
    You have to be open to every human being's thoughts and beliefs as most are as they are as a result of life's experiences. To immediately shut an individuals perspective out because of their age would be cutting yourself short of what could be valuable information or thoughts. BE receptive to each and every persons thoughts and views and weigh them on your own to see if you your your thoughts and beliefs relate. Children are often full of valuable not yet jaded thoughts and viewpoints.
    My dear James....





    Well...WHY NOT ??? I always take advice from ';anyone'; -no matter- WHAT age -or- background, because I think ...anyone can give you useful advice !! It does NOTdepend on the age...but rather : the maturity!!! I even take advice from a ';bum'; on the perk-bench...and if it's nothing but...to let me know...NOT to ';end-up'; that way !!! smile ! So...James,..do take advice from people...no matter who it may be...It's still up to YOU to ';heed'; it -or- NOT !!!





    By the way, James...I recently saw an article in the ';Washington Post'; regarding ';our'; subject, which I'd like to recite:





    ';Never give advice. The ignorant won't heed it and the WISE... don't need it'; !





    In a certain ';Aspect';, this saying is TRUE !! Wishing you all the best for the future ! Greetings from Germany with lots of love %26amp; care... Annette***
    I tend not to, as at 19, people younger than me tend to be a little immature.
    I have and do. At 63, I better!
  • rimmel
  • What Is One Piece Of Advice You Want To Offer Me About Life?

    I want to have the best life possible. Perhaps learning from your wisdom, life experiences, or mistakes will help me live with few regrets.What Is One Piece Of Advice You Want To Offer Me About Life?
    dont look back at mistakes they happend for a reason





    you cannot change fate





    never regret anything





    live everyday like the last





    dont take life to seriously though no one makes it out aliveWhat Is One Piece Of Advice You Want To Offer Me About Life?
    It's kinda cheesy but:





    ';Sometimes love is a surprise, an instant of recongnition, a sudden gift at a sudden moment that make everything different from then on. Some people will say that's not love, that you can't really love someone you don't know. But I'm not so sure. Love doesn't seem to follow a plan; it's not a series of steps. It can hit with the force of nature-an earthquake, a tidal wave, a storm of wild, relentless energy that is beyond you simple attemps at contol.';
    OK, you asked, here’s my soap box speech to all young women. When it comes to dating and men, set you standards high, decide how you want to be treated by a guy and never, ever settle for less. I am so tired of seeing young women treated so badly by the immature males of today (can't call them men). I don't know which is worst; males acting like 12 year old boys or women accepting that kind of treatment from them and thinking it's all right. I'm so tired of hearing girls from their teens to 30ish, after being told by friends and family their boyfriend is a jerk, saying ';oh I know, but I love him';. Remember, you have self-worth and you are to be respected and treated as a person of worth and respect, a woman and a lady; but if you allow a guy to treat you poorly then you forfeit your rights and they are hard to get back. Now keep in mind this does not give you the right to be an all out B*tch and treat guys bad or be overly demanding. What it means, and what I’m suggesting is don’t allow guys to treat you in any manner other then what could be deemed as respectful. Expect and demand that the guys in your life are men – real men. Look around and find some examples of real men and then hold yourself to a higher dating standard. If you do, just think of what you’ll marry. Someone who will actually be there for you, take care of you when needed, provide for you, be true to you and best of all, be part of you. Or just ignore this and stick with the Chris Brown’s of the world. I realize this means less dating and giving up some guys that are fun and cute but the ones you do date, you’ll have such a great experience with.
    Live with no apologies. Enjoy your life and hold on tight for the ride; even if its in a busted car with no review mirror and silly rims.





    Life throws curveballs, but if you can pick yourself up when they hit you, then nothing can stop you and it will only make you stronger. Just never quit.
    never do drugs , drink more than you should and impressing people is a form of stupidity and can only lead to self destruction , be a leader not a follower, and don't drink excessively at any point in your life, know that good and bad go hand in hand and think before you leap , always put your faith up front and never say never
    Life is always easier if you just tell the truth.





    Seriously. A lie is way too hard to keep up with. You can't control people so just tell them the truth let them swallow that and deal with it they way they have to.
    Life is too short to be grumpy so make the most out of life and be happy :D





    If your life isn't the best that you want it to be read: The Secret by


    Rhonda Byrne. IT REALLY DOES HELP!!!!!!!





    http://www.thesecret.tv/
    life is a ****, **** it


    or


    Stealing is the coolest crime


    or


    Remember all of the stupid stuff that you do, it will help if your kids ever do the same thing (because they will).
    Set your sites on a goal and do everything in your power to make it happen.


    Love your parents and your children.


    Give time and money to those less fortunate than yourself.


    Enjoy some quiet time alone.
    Yeap, here you go! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHbAnNjiD…
    Treat others as you would like to be treated. Although you may not always get it in return, kill em' with kindness. It makes you a wonderful person and don't forget to SMILE !
    have fun while you can life is to short
    Live life to the fullest and never have any regrets. You only have one life to live, so make the best of it(:
    Never take the advice of a stranger seriously.
    Don't stand on the sidelines and watch life happen - Jump in and live it with all you have.
    Dear Lorelai:





    Develope your Emotional-Intelligence~


    %26amp;


    Possess A Marketable-Career-Skill~
    HAVE FUN BUT REMEMBER ALWAYS SWALLOW! ;)
    The person going into the bathroom has the right of way.
    Wear a two piece this summer.
    ';Only the Strong Survive';.....!!
    life is like a box of chocolates
    on a road trip, you don't need a map. you need tissue paper and music.
    Be grateful and count your blessings. You'll end up with alot more that way.
    Have fun while you're alive!! Do some crazy things.


    I don't really REGRET anything in my life (:(:(:
    Sometimes bad events are helpful expriences...try to learn from them.
    Dont be reckless with other peoples heart and dont tolerate people who are reckless with yours.
    Take offers of candy from strange vans, it'll spice up a night.
    Anyone can change there stars.
    always use a condom
    Dont trust a Jew
    my advice for you is to overdose right before you go to sleep

    Can anyone send me one of their major life learning experiences with advice attached to it?

    If you are not comfortable with typing it here, feel free to send it to mzt_shorty@yahoo.com thanks!Can anyone send me one of their major life learning experiences with advice attached to it?
    Found my dad in basement after he suffered from a stroke 18 hours after he suffered it; mom diagnosed with breast cancer soon after.





    Life is short - enjoy it.Can anyone send me one of their major life learning experiences with advice attached to it?
    BF cheated, i fell into deep depression, lost a lot of weight, my hair fell out, dropped outta school, quit my job, stayed in the house all the time. --We are still together and it took me damn near a year for people to stop saying --';Why is he with that homeless looking bum,what happened to Maria, i liked her better??????


    Advice: Never let a man determine how you feel about and treat yourself.





    P.S. I am Maria (in case i didnt make that clear)
    If you have a knife sharpened to razor thinness, be sure that it's been properly sheathed.





    Else you'll end up with an embarrassing trip to the Emergency Room.

    What is the single most important piece of advice you could give for a great life?

    Follow the Golden Rule, without question.What is the single most important piece of advice you could give for a great life?
    I would advice people to make “long-term investments” that are essential to make life more fulfilling.





    We should all make long-term investments for our health and relationships. Both health and relationships are very valuable and important in our lives. Good health and relationships don’t just happen like magic. We actually need to make a commitment and that’s why I said it is a long-term investment. We need to exercise constantly for good health and make time for our families and friends. Other type of long-term investment may include investment for knowledge that may serve you to a great knowledgeable life etc.


    What is the single most important piece of advice you could give for a great life?
    For me it is easy. Cultivate love. Try to love people as much as possible. The more love you give to others the more will return to you. The more you love the greater happiness you will find.


    Take care.



    To honour and respect all life because the presence of God is everywhere, in you and me and in all things.
    I'd say, you should try to Understand how people feel and Understand how to become Wise, If you understand how people think and feel life its an easier road to walk on.
    Live your life in the Now not past or future Now is all we have treasure it have fun with it.
    watch the parking meters
    If you want respect, earn it.





    ^_^
    Be True To Yourself.


    Mark C.
    smile,, take one day at a time.

    How often do you listen to advice from someone in your life?

    TY.How often do you listen to advice from someone in your life?
    all advice is worth considering, especially from people that know me.


    cfHow often do you listen to advice from someone in your life?
    I will listen to it, of course, but it's just whether I actually use it! I have got to the stage where I pretty much know what I want to do, but talking it over with someone can help solidify my decision or make me see things more realistically. You lead your own life, but others are there to help.





    What about you? :)


    Take care x
    It depends on the person. My grandmother is bat **** crazy, so I generally try to ignore what she says. My father, however, is a genius.
    I only listen to advice if it is something that I ask for help with. But if someone gives me advice I just never take it.
    Not often enough.
    TOO MUCH

    Do you find it easier to give good advice, but have problems in your own life that need help?

    This is my problem! I have always naturally fit the role of a therapist or counseler, yet have problems in my own life I can't seem to get a handle on.Do you find it easier to give good advice, but have problems in your own life that need help?
    Doctors won't operate on themselves, and chefs like to be cooked for as well sometimes. Understand what I am saying? Sometimes if we have a problem then there's no shame in seeking another's support. If you have nothing against councellors or therapists , seek one yourself and talk your problems through. Everyone needs support and we aren't expected to always help ourselves.


    It doesn't matter how intelligent you are, you won't see a doctor operating on his own heart-so don't try to symbolically operate on your own heart-Let someone else come in and help you.Do you find it easier to give good advice, but have problems in your own life that need help?
    It's probably why we do this as our own lives hinge on the brink of disaster.....I laugh and yet I think it's much easier for people to help others because me can keep the ';emotion'; out of our opinions therefor able to be more objective. My older sister could cure all the ills in the universe but let her break a nail and she immediately falls asleep.
    yes exactly i cant seem to apply to same logic to my life
    Everyone experiences that. The problem is that you don't listen to yourself or don't have the confidence to believe your words. I listen to me and so far I have no problems.
    me2, I just can't handle my life....:-%26lt;
    Yep. I give great advice but I can't seem to follow it at all....
    thats usually how i am too. my friends come to me for advise all the time but whenever i have a problem, i always spend waaaaaaaay too much time thinking into it. and whenever i ask my friends for advise they give me advise that i had previously given them.
    same here... but it comforts me when i help others solve their problems
    It's a lot easier to give advice than it is to implement it. I find advising others to be personally therapeutic. It encourages me to to look deeper into myself to find the appropriate advice to offer. Eventually, as you share your words of wisdom with others, you learn to trust yourself, and practice what you preach.
    This is very common. Sometimes when we refuse to deal with our own problems we start to see those problems in the lives of others. This also suggest that you are an extrovert. Extroverts report that they are happier than introverts. It is possible for you to balance this area of your life by making a concious change. The less energy you spend giving what you imagine to be good advice to other people... the more energy you will have to resolve your own problems. If you are so extroverted that you simply cannot reflect on your own life because you are so distracted by the lives of those around you - take heart that in healing others we take a step towards healing ourself.
    Yes, it's easier to see solutions for others because we're not emotionally attached like we are with our own issues.

    What advice can you give me regarding my life?

    I'm a freshman in college and I'm really shy. Unfortunately, all 3 of my roommates are even shyer than me. I would like to go out on weekends, but my roommates usually don't want to. I have made a few other friends, but most of them don't like to go out. I am particularly bad at talking to girls and can never really think of anything to say. I try to start conversations but they never seem to go anywhere. I'm sick of being a loser. What should I do? What advice can you give me regarding my life?
    Hm, I suppose the same could go for a girl is she were in your situation, so. . .i'll give it my best shot. . . .





    OK, so, I'm thinking you should round up your roomates and take them out for a movie, or a burger, or something. Those are awesome places for meeting girls, and shy guys can be attractive to some women. You sound really cute to me. xD (haha)





    If they really really really refuse to go out, or simply don't want to pay for it, just walk around the campus. get familiar with who's partying, and who's staying in. It's definitely not a good way to meet people, but a good way to waste time. I think you should get closer with thise guys, so that they trust you more to take them places and stuff. Because you're more (a little) confident than then, they might learn something. you never know.





    Best of luck!





    - OliviaWhat advice can you give me regarding my life?
    Maybe you should find some girls that are more your type or more easier to talk to? or maybe you should join a club or work somewhere where there are girls and maybe that way you can talk to some or start being able to try to make conversation with them if you work with them
    Get involved in clubs and campus activities. Volunteer. Find a cause you believe in and you will meet people with similar interests. There are tons of possibilities at a college. Take advantage of them. Talk to your advisor or RA. Strike up a casual conversation with a girl in one of your classes. Ask her if she enjoys the course. Get to know her. It takes time.
    Join a club that does not consist of shy people.


    First you may need a make over.
    do something crazy, like be the guy who surfs porn in the front row of class. soon enough people will start taling to you
  • rimmel
  • What piece of advice can you give that life has taught you?

    There are a lot of life lessons that we all learn each and every day. Buy I would like to know what has been the best piece of advice that you have ever heard or have ever experience.What piece of advice can you give that life has taught you?
    Be yourself - Never try to be or be like someone your not. Your true friends will accept and appreciate you as you are.What piece of advice can you give that life has taught you?
    If you take a dog and turn him into a success, He won't bite you. Thats the principle difference in a man and a dog.
    Don't argue with the cook.


    If you want something done, do it yourself.


    Look both ways before crossing the street.


    It's better to have loved and lost, than never have loved.
    life is short and you should live it as if Jesus is coming back today.
    What goes around, comes around...





    AND





    Treat others as you wish to be treated...
    You can't get back yesterday.








    Unless you find a tear in the whole time/space continuum.
    You cannot CHANGE anyone, other than yourself!
    Jesus saves.


    Love your neighbor.


    Don't trust women.


    Learn a trade.
    Don't take life for granted. Appreciation is a necessity in life.

    What is the best advice on life? What is your mantra?

    I'm always curious to hear others perceptions on this question.What is the best advice on life? What is your mantra?
    Seek the Lord Jesus while there is still time.What is the best advice on life? What is your mantra?
    Lay back and watch the drama.If there's something going on against your wish,stand up and scream';Cut!Cut!';.Go,set the scene right back again,and return to your cosy seat.Its YOUR life and YOUR drama.Add a touch of YOU to it.
    Live like you were dying. Talk Sweeter love deeper and forgive more. That is from llywd.com it was inspired from the song by Tim McGraw. It changed my life.
    Do good to the people around you and, if possible, to more remote ones too so that your name would stay in their heart forever.
    Nothing is what it seem's when you look at it with your eyes





    untill you see it, with yor heart . . .
    live and let live!
    Take one day at a time!
    stop b*tching %26amp; do smthing about it. easier said than done, of course

    Advice for staring private practice while balancing family and life with work?

    I am a newly licensed counselor looking to begin a private practice but I am concerned about being able to balance the practice with my family life. I have two children, a 7 year old and 1 year old. I'd love to hear from seasoned professionals who have found the secret to balancing practice and life and still feel fulfilled and happy who can help a newbie like me just starting out.Advice for staring private practice while balancing family and life with work?
    Just for clarification:





    This means that starting out in an established practice or in a managed health or mental health network is out of the question?





    I obviously don't know you at all, but it seems to me that it would be very important to network as heavily as you can with other professionals before deciding to strike out on your own. Not just other counselors, but MDs and psychologists and lawyers.... the people who might likely refer your clients to you.





    Also, who is it that you'll turn to if you need a second opinion; or to refer an individual to whom you cannot help?





    Of course, maybe you've got all this nailed down already. If so, pay not mind to my questions.

    What is the best advice you have ever gotten in your life?

    It doesn't matter where it came from,could be a Grandparent,song,etc.What is the best advice you have ever gotten in your life?
    My boyfriend told me ';Don't care what other people think.'; ... I gotta admit, my life is a lot less stressful when I at least partially listen to this advice. What is the best advice you have ever gotten in your life?
    ';You won't be Seventeen forever, and we can away with this tonight';


    -Metro Station, ';Control';





    Paramore has some really good lyrics too.


    I love all their songs. :D
    don't settle for a fat one ( gf that is )





    'from some tourists at the beach a few years back , definity some good advice
    ';Never expect too much from people, that way you wouldn't be dissapointed';.
    ';Put your faith in god and everything will start to fall into place'; My mother and my grandmother both said that
    Don't trust anyone.
    always go pee before leaving the house, from my mom
    love all. trust few. do wrong to no one. - Shakespeare

    What advice do you have from your life experiences.?

    Any advice that you wish someone would have told you, or that you had to learn the hard way.


    Any tips you may have will do.


    10 points for best answer.What advice do you have from your life experiences.?
    The best way through any hard or difficult emotional situation is Head On...What advice do you have from your life experiences.?
    Make sure you act in the sense of a child trying to be like you. dont do wrong. if you have to think about whether something is wrong or right its wrong...choose your words carefully, think of what your going to say before you say it. God gave us 2 ears and 1 mouth for a reason, you should listen more and talk less and you may learn something you could have missed if you were to start talking about something irrelevant to the subject. we have more ears than mouths because we should listen more. If you think its going to be a bad day it will. you make your own day and dont let some1 else change it.
    well, i have learned over time that people change, and it hurts, but it is for the better over time.


    people do not always appear as they really are, and that is okay, that does not mean they cant be nice to someone else, it just means that the two of you weren't meant to be.





    i've also learned that nobody is worth keeping you down, i have difficult time putting myself first, i always have. but over the years i have gotten better at it. it has been a big problem for me in relationships, because i used to let myself get manipulated and taken advantage of, but i was the only one who could change that, so i did finally. i was in love and sure that i had met the guy i was going to marry. so it hurt really badly to leave him, but i did, and it felt so good to free myself. such a huge weight was lifted when my tears dried.





    don't neglect others ever, just don't forget yourself along the way.
    Don't do things just because others are doing it, it doesn't make it right. Think about what you are doing to someone else and how you would feel if someone was doing it to you.
    [] ARE DREAMS THAT NEVER COME TRUE


    I don`t think I have a chance for best answer , lol


    Anyway, keep this because you`ll see it`s not only an experience, is a wisdom
    All best answers get 10 points:)


    I would tell people not to take themselves too seriously, to love fiercely, find a job that they LOVE, to worry less, not to hold grudges, never judge, be absolutely completely honest, be as good as your word, sleep less, dance more, spend time with your best friends and family, eat right, exercise, play a lot and that it isn't about the outcome but it's all about the journey.

    I need to know about Bahrain and life in Bahrain. Any advice?

    I will be in Bahrain for two years with my family. I have a two year old and a 6 month old baby and need to know specially about clothing and medical needs. Please let me know about the things I really need to know and things I should have to make things easy for me. Thanks!I need to know about Bahrain and life in Bahrain. Any advice?
    life in Bahrain... is very dull %26amp; boring...





    stick to ur own roots.I need to know about Bahrain and life in Bahrain. Any advice?
    I am originally from Sydney. But the lay back life of Bahrain has amazed me. You are a lucky one. I love Bahrain.





    Everything is very cheap. Food, Accomodation, but I found medical is expensive compare to their income. So try to get full medical insurance done before you go there.





    Good luck





    PS: If you need more info lemme know dba26y@yahoo.com
  • rimmel
  •