Reflection of the day:

From the Spark:

Investing time and energy in others

People usually talk of "spending" energy and time on others. As if once it's used, it's gone. But in reality, that effort is a powerful investment. It's an investment because you'll get more of both in return. When a match lights a candle, the match's flame doesn't shrink--if anything, it grows. In the same way, you'll be even more inspired and successful by building others up. The bonus is that they'll also be better equipped to return the favor. Take action today to make someone's life a little better. Come up with just one nice thing to do for each of the important people in your life, one little thing that can make all the difference. After all, what good does it do to improve your health or your life if you're not going to do anything with it?


I want to talk about the opposite. I tend to get sucked in - well, no, wait- I do it to myself so it's more like I tend to hear someone's problem and then JUMP into/on it and then come crashing down when the other doesn't spend NEAR as much energy on it. I have realized this and actually stopped myself recently with the drama of The Hoods. All the crap with Father Hood and I was actually able to foresee it, and step aside!!!! Man, that is SO great. Now, I must be vigilant to make sure I don't fall into my old habit. :-)