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- Two coffee filters stuck together? Blow on the edges and they will flutter apart.
- When someone says something about themselves like, "I'm lazy," or "I'm nuts," don't automatically disagree with them. Listen to what they are telling you about themselves.
- The easiest way to put a pillow case on a pillow is to turn the case inside out, reach both arms inside and pinch the inside corners, one in each hand. Then, with arms still inside, grab a corner of the pillow in each hand. Slide the case down your arms and it will turn right-side out and slip easily over the pillow.
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Finding Peace in Today's World Living a peaceful existence is getting harder and harder. Modern living conditions are noisy, crowded and stressful. Even the so-called "peace president" sent thousands of additional troops to war just days before accepting the Nobel Peace Prize.
But there are still many paths to a peaceful existence. Some of us prefer solitude and quiet for peaceful decompression. Others prefer interacting with their favorite people in a social setting. And, the finest among us can find peace in bringing comfort to those in need. Here are three simple paths to a peaceful existence:
Solitude
Solitude today can mean simply turning off the phones, computers, and text messaging so you can enjoy some quiet time alone. Here are a few more ways to decompress: Find a calming yoga broadcast on TV and take a gentle stretch while you tune out the stress of daily living. Run a hot, deep bath and smooth an aromatic facial on your cheeks, chin and brow. Slip into the hot water with a bath pillow behind your head. Let your mind drift away from problems or worries, and think of a beautiful place where you can truly experience a peaceful existence. Later, put on a favorite soft T-shirt and relax to some soothing music. Think about all the things you are grateful for in your life today. This kind of solitude and pampering provides instant, super decompression without a lot of planning or expense.
Social Interaction
Social interaction can help you find a peaceful existence, but only if you can truly relax and be yourself. Try hosting a gathering of good friends who know you well and have a positive outlook on life and other people. Pick friends who are not judgmental or crass toward you or others. Invite each of them to bring a flower to be placed in a communal bouquet that will be enjoyed throughout the event. Serve enough good wine and snacks to make the mood warm and mellow, and find ways to make each other laugh out loud. Remind everyone that you plan to see them again soon for another great party. Getting together with accepting friends is a good way to sustain a peaceful existence throughout the years.
Bringing Comfort
There are some good souls among us who can only reach the pinnacle of a peaceful existence by answering the inner call to bring comfort to others. These individuals find peace by making the world a better place, and for some it is a never-ending quest. Bringing comfort to other people or animals could be the path to a peaceful existence for you. Here is how to start: At least once each day, perform one random act of kindness without expecting thanks and without telling anyone else about it. It can be as simple as holding a door for a stranger or walking an unwanted dog at your local shelter. If you are able to expand your kind acts to more than once a day without stressing yourself, do so. The reward will be a sense of inner peace that is addictive and long-lasting.