April 2009
You have a healthy embrace on life as it is.
Pep Talk: As someone who loves you, I really don’t want you to be paralyzed with fear about this latest pandemic. A certain degree of caution is appropriate, but it is not time to disintegrate into a quivering blob of hypochondria. Nor is it time for you to stop wearing a helmet, seatbelt, or condom. I mean, yes, it is increasingly apparent that eventually we’re all going to die (worst. pep talk....
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The ball is always in your court.
Pep Talk: So it seems you’ve gone as far as you can go with your end of the project and now you just have to wait for feedback before you can continue. This is a nerve-racking part of the process of collaboration, but thankfully it’s legit. You’re not doing nothing and your fate is not totally at the mercy of your teammates. You’re continuing your work in other ways. You can maintain an active...
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Hormones aren't gonna fool you this month!
Pep Talk: Normally you’re not a forgetful person, but when it comes to feelings and cravings, do you suddenly develop amnesia? For me, every time I see a box of Triscuits, I instantly forget how bloated and bankrupt of willpower I felt the last time I compulsively devoured their 10 servings per container. If a person made me feel as shitty as Triscuits make me feel, I’d never return their calls...
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You're a champ.
Pep Talk: You are brave and clever. Those qualities will take you very far. You’re also kind. Kindness will be the key to your happiness. “Brave, clever, and kind” sounds like the mantra of a champion. I have no doubt that that’s what you are.
Today remind yourself: I’m a champ.
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You've got a bod that won't quit!
Pep Talk: Happy Sunday, you sexy beast. No matter how many loose ends you have to tie up today, there is time enough to take good care of your body. Perhaps you’d care to join me in the challenge to take an hour today and exercise. This has nothing to do with appearance; you’re already cute as a bug’s ear. This is about allotting time to maintain and appreciate these...
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The stakes are high.
Pep Talk: Not all bullies are after your lunch money. As we mature, bullies learn new tactics like peer pressure and guilt trips to monopolize your attention. You are not alone if you are being bullied into spending time with someone you can’t stand. You’re polite and I’m sure you don’t want to hurt their feelings, but you gotta get away from them before they take advantage...
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You’re not defined by what you did.
OK, so you acted out of character. You did something shocking and unpredictable. People were surprised and you were uncomfortable. You’re multidimensional, so this kind of thing is bound to happen every once in a great while, but yes, I understand that it’s off-putting. This is not an across the board bad thing. This is a chance for you to learn more about yourself. What about this action scared...
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You Dodged A Bullet.
Pep Talk: Your life has taken some unique twists and turns. Sometimes you’ve made brilliant choices and sometimes you’ve had no choice in the matter. If you’d been handed everything you thought you wanted, you wouldn’t be this kick ass person we all know and love with this kick ass life full of promise and independence. Today (everyday, really) is a great day to count your...
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You butt in as needed.
Is this a situation that could benefit from your input or are you just inviting drama into your life? If you firmly believe in the cause or are directly bothered by the circumstances, get in there and fight! But if you’re just giving your two cents willy nilly, it might be more trouble than it’s worth. I want you to be as peaceful and easygoing as humanly possible, so if you can stay...
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You're Ready For This.
So it’s drawing to a close, eh? People are transitioning, graduating, making summer plans, and moving on. Ceremonies and landmark occasions like this are designed to celebrate all you’ve achieved and express excitement for the future. The end of one thing is the beginning of another. Change is motherfucker, but you’re totally up to it. Today remind yourself: I’m ready for this.
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Your motivation comes from within.
Pep Talk: You’re stressed out. Your plate is full. Maybe you let something temporarily fall by the wayside and, the second you do, here comes your supervisor (boss, teacher, manager, president, team leader, parent, etc.) to point out where you’ve dropped the ball. Inside, you’re screaming, “Yes, thank you. I know I messed up, but can you at least acknowledge how hard...
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You practice and deserve acceptance.
Pep Talk: Everybody has a past. You’ve done things that can’t be taken back and it’s not anybody’s business to scold or criticize you. The fortuitous, pixie dust sprinkled moment you meet a new friend or lover is preceded by a life long string of decisions and relationships that led the two of you to this point. Every delightful new person you encounter has undoubtedly...
