<ol><li><div><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt"><em>It's important to say what you need to say.
</em></span></div><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Which shouldn't be confused with saying what you want to say. 
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">When your heart (or when a feeling in your gut) tells you to speak up, go for it. 
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">If you do, you will never have any feelings of regret.
</span></p></li><li><div><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt"><em>Actions speak louder than words.  
</em></span></div><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Words can be very easy for some people (especially those in certain professions) to say.
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Then again, so can actions.  But it's important to really show how you feel. Not just say it.
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Do something.  It truly is easier said… than done.  Show how much you care. Or its very clear you don't.
</span></p></li><li><div><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt"><em>Meals should only be missed when you are fasting for a good reason.
</em></span></div><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">On that same note, extra food should only be shoveled into your mouth if you are preparing for a marathon of some sort.
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Rapid weight gain or weight loss is unhealthy.  And what you're eating is probably not being enjoyed at all.
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Missing out on truly enjoying a great meal is a travesty.  So don't get all crazy with food or vino for that matter.
</span></p></li><li><div><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt"><em>Tears should only be shed because someone has stopped breathing.
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">When your friends and family are alive and well, there is no need to shed tears about anything else.
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">That shouldn't be confused with feelings of sadness.  Feel sad about a missed opportunity or something dear that was lost. 
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">If you are truly grateful for what you have, you'll start to appreciate it and only shed necessary tears.
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 </p></li><li><div><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt"><em>Be a true friend.
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Check in with friends even when you don't need to talk with them about something happening in your life.
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">When you do have something going on in your life, your real friends will be there for you.
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Be that person for your friends. Even in small ways. A text, a tweet, a comment, a call can be all someone needs to get by.
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 </p></li><li><div><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt"><em>Stress doesn't belong in your vocabulary.
</em></span></div><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Find ways to get it out of your life when it appears.  It can make you sick or cranky. And really just take over your life.
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Send out your resume and search for a new job.  Change careers and never look back.  Move away from the in-laws who ruin nights of sleep.
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Making a change in your life to minimize the stress can do wonders. Start with the mini-vacation you've never had.  Or an hour alone.
</span></p></li><li><div><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt"><em>Be open and honest with yourself.
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Know what you want. Set realistic and unrealistic goals. Don't be afraid to dream. Reach high. 
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">Remember through all this be true to yourself.  Don't accept anything less than what you deserve.
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">This may mean you'll have to be brave at times, but you'll find that once you get through something where you've had to be brave, you'll feel amazing.
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 </p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">And have confidence you'll never want to lose.  It'll fuel future endeavors and help you get through everything.
</span></p></li></ol><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">This weekend, these are the seven things I know – and most importantly believe with all of my heart. 
</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Georgia; font-size:10pt">xoxo</span></p>