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Julia Tomiak's avatar

I recently heard something similar to this on The Happiness Lab - a great podcast. I totally resonante with the thoughts and tea phrase and will use it! Also, I struggle with the dreadmill too. 😀

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Amy Makechnie's avatar

I love The Happiness Lab!

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Douglas Blom's avatar

Yes, your thoughts did resonate with me. I am currently having reservations about my diet and exercise program. I'm writing about trying to overcome temptation and a little about the development of self-control. Don't invite your thoughts to tea is wisdom that I need to learn. Thanks!

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Amy Makechnie's avatar

Thank you - me too!

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Julie Falatko's avatar

I feel like so much of getting creative work done (or any work!) is sticking with it long enough for the thoughts to decamp and the good energy to show up. (I'm in Maine. I also did not run outside on Friday or Saturday.)

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Amy Makechnie's avatar

:) I hope the week got better in terms of weather...it did in New Hampshire!

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Steven Nelson's avatar

Love your post. I remember your mother telling you the story of the little train who said, "I think I can, I think I can". You have that vision.

There are two kinds of people in life - those who think they can and those who think they can't ... and they are both right.

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Amy Makechnie's avatar

I love that book! :)

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Mary Cope Nelson's avatar

Catchy and useful phrase

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Linda Williams Jackson's avatar

"I know this: You keep trying. It might take awhile, but deliverance will come."

Thank you.

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Amy Makechnie's avatar

<3

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