For those who missed my inspiration at Women's Council of Realtor's Monthly Luncheon last week...here it is:

A thought from recent things happening in my life and the lives of many of those closest to me, set off a train of thought...something I find myself saying a lot lately; "Don't let anyone ever dull your SPARKLE!!!"  Yes, it not only speaks to my love of all things that sparkle, but, more importantly, it speaks to the fact that we all have the ultimate control over how we feel and what we project to the world.  In allowing another individual to 'make us feel bad,' we give all of our power away.  It's worth reminding ourselves regularly that NO other person shoud wield that kind of influence over us.

It is not about what you do or say, it is about how you make people feel and how they make you feel cuz whether you believe it or not, FEELINGS MATTER.  One thing that I always remind myself when in a situation where someone is throwing negativity at me is that what they are saying is simply their opinion.  I operate from a place of integrity, passion and care and I am very proud of what I put out into the world.  Staying true to those pillars allows me to put it all into perspective and keep my sparkle shining bright. In addition, the things which are also helpful is eating well, getting enough sleep and of course, making time to get lots of exercise.  These things make it so much easier to stay true to my inner sparkle.

So, I ask you: Is there something that you do, maybe daily, that nibbles away at who you are? Is there someone around you who makes you feel less than who you truly are?  Keep a check on who or what dulls your sparkle.  We all know that life is not perfect and there are some things that we just have to go through, but even knowing that, keep an eye on the things that you can change.  Now matter how small they are...a tiny adjustment here and there makes a difference.  Our emotions are a good monitor for what is going on so acknowledge those initial feelings that you have about a situation and determine how it has made you feel.

Retain your shine; it is out unique part that gives each of us our individual sparkle.  So, my friends, I already know that you spakle brightly and I want you to stay that way!!!  Have an amazing week and year ahead!