Inspirational Advice

[Richt]

What would you say was the most inspirationial piece of advice that you were ever given when growing up. One piece of advice that has stuck with you thoughout the rest of your life?

[bradybunch]

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to respect my elders and always say yes maam, no maam etc.
My Dad also taught me at a very young age to always open a door for a lady.

[Alexa]

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My Dad told me to always think of how others feel and be considerate in my actions.

Also that people love their opinion being asked (which has been a great tip!) and that if nervous of talking to people, or to a crowd, imagine everyone on the toilet

Those latter ones not inspirational, per se, but good advice!

[Thumper1616]

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My dad always said, "be thankful you have enough (heart, soul, spirit, money, inclination) even if others don't"

[LessofLisa]

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Yes Maam..No Sir is a definite in the South! But the best piece of advice given..It was made clear that the word "can't" was not in our Families Vocabulary. We Could and we did!

[*Wendy*]

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It turns out my Mom really WAS right about everything, but it took me some growing up before I realized it.

One caution she gave me that for some reason sticks in my head more than any other was: "Lay down with dogs, wake up with Fleas Wendy!". I remember she didn't like the group of kids I was hanging out with at time. Turns out she WAS right about them - hanging out with them DID lead me astray although I didn't believe her beforehand!

We do tend to pick up habits and mannerisms, etc. from those we surround ourselves with - and that's why I love this board so much! You guys are the best!

[*Emma*]

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Mine was probably a quote from a movie... i try to live by it, but it can be hard

"Dont let your past dictate your future, but let it be a part of what you become"

[rox4jc]

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Emma, was that Mufasa who said that?

[ghelen]

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My dad told a story once about a gentleman who went to a very fancy dinner party- everything was done up beautifully- the room was full of impressive people. As he started eating his salad- he noticed a catepillar in the lettuce leaves. The hostess also noticed it in horror. they were the only 2 that did. The gentleman took it out of the salad and placed it on the floor without making a scene. The hostess was so grateful she later left him money in her will. Moral of the story- there is no need to embarass others, to point out their faults, the make someone uncomfortable. That story has stuck with me all those years. My father was a lot like that- went out of his way to make people feel comfortable.

[presidentholmes]

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Many a muckle makes a muckle!

[dreamof145]

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To always treat others as you would like them to treat you.

If you can't find anything good to say about someone, don't say anything at all.

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These are three things I always remember my mother saying over and over

and one horrid one that I am trying to forget..."Always eat everything on your plate"

[*Wendy*]

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Okay, what's a muckle?

[ttdriver]

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My dad was so wise. He taught me alot of things, but mostly he was an example every day of his life. I miss him more each day and he's been gone for 13 years tomorrow.

He used to tell me "you can do anything you make up your mind you want to do". I think that quote has revolutionized my life.

Betty

[Hayden]

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You have to make your own luck.

[Richt]

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You have to make your own luck.

How much truth is there in that statement! Best one so far Mr Hayden!