Check Your Patience out!!!

Patience Test.

From: The Character Doctor

Remember: The only way we can give a good prescription is to have

an accurate evaluation.

1) When someone is talking to you do you allow them to finish what

they are saying? Or do you interupt and finish their sentences

for them?

2) When working with children, are you able to keep your cool and

discuss through the issues? Or do you get restless and become

quickly upset?

3) How do you handle traffic congestion or when someone cuts in

front of you? Do you make gestures or think destructive thoughts?

4) When people at work are going slow or messing up, do you get

irritated or criticize them?

5) When you make a phone call and you are put on hold or given

various options, do you find something to do while you are on hold?

Or are you anxious and impatient?

See if the 5 minute video helps!

Click on the link below to view Patience vs. Restlessness

http://thecharacterdoctor.com/monthly-subscriptions/cq-october-2009

Thank You,

The Character Doctor- Gerald Coury

Memo of Integrity --- Controlling the Tongue

Memo of Integrity 8.21.09

Self Control---Part 2
Controlling the Tongue
He who guards his lips guards his life, but he who speaks rashly will come to ruin. (Proverbs 13:3)
Your tongue is a relatively small part of your body, yet it creates most of your problems and is very difficult to control. You can use it to insult, criticize, slander and destroy or you can use it to bless and comfort others. Luke 6:35 says that a person can be judged by what comes out of his mouth, because out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. Your tongue has more to do with sowing and reaping than any other part of your body. Proverbs 16 says “keep your mouth closed and you will stay out of trouble”. After any controversy, when the smoke clears, it usually points back to those who did not control their tongues. As a business person, it is important that your tongue exposes the control you have and not your impulsiveness. Self-control is controlling the tongue – using it to sow good seeds that will yield a positive harvest.

House Hold Tips
Keep Your Home Safe: Burglary Prevention Tips
Did you know that the majority of burglaries that occur in the United States-nearly 63%-are residential? And of those, the average dollar loss is approximately $1,700. Keep your family and your belongings safe with these prevention tips:
A dark, lifeless house is an open invitation to a burglar - make your home look occupied when you’re not home with lights with automatic timers.
Keep your garage door closed even when you are home. If you keep it open when you are home and closed when you’re gone, a burglar will pick up on that pattern.
Make sure your phone ringer and answering machine cannot be heard from the outside.
When you are out-of-town, have a trusted neighbor check on your house daily and pick up the mail and any newspapers.
Make sure there is good lighting around the outside of your home so there are no dark spots to lurk.
Have a security system with a loud siren and lights installed, so neighbors will be alerted if it were to ever go off. Post decals outside your home warning intruders and remember to periodically check the system to make sure it’s working.
Don’t keep spare keys hidden outside; instead, give one to a trusted neighbor.
Keep all valuables, such as jewelry, in a safe or other secure location in your home.
To protect your electronic data (i.e. photos, financial records, etc.), use backup software on all home computers in case they were ever stolen.
Use deadbolts on all your doors and lock all windows. Most burglars spend an average of only 4 minutes trying to break into a house, so make it as hard as possible.

Video on Integrity

Memo of Integrity, Self Control and Keeping Pests Away

Self Control Part 1

"All these blessings will come upon you and accompany you if you obey the LORD your God." (Deuteronomy 28:2 niv)
According to Webster's Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary, the word obey means "to follow the commands or guidance of; to conform or comply with." To obey, we must listen and discipline ourselves to do something. Our Heavenly Father offers us so much if we are willing to live up to His commands. He offers us things-things we have gotten in the right way. The principles by which He wants us to operate are eternal. His ways are not obsolete relics. They are ways of common sense, practical for everyday living.
Throughout the Belief Principle Series, we will hear much about what makes a man successful. Remember that God promises blessing and prosperity to those who will discipline (control) themselves. Discipline and self-control are virtues common among all famous and successful men.


Practical Helps for Life

Those Pesky Blood-Sucking Insects!
How to Keep Mosquitoes Out of the Yard!


* Mosquitoes like to nest in and around standing water, so at least once a week make sure all standing water from flower pots, buckets, cans, pet dishes, etc. is emptied, especially after rain.
* Clear out clogged rain gutters to get rid of debris, rotting leaves, and standing water.
* Change often the water in any birdbaths or water fountains located on your property.
* There are a myriad of mosquito and bug sprays available on the market that can be used on your lawn to ward off mosquitoes and other insects.
* Clear away any puddles that may have formed around air conditioning units or faucets.
* Keep swimming pools and hot tubs chlorinated.
* Keep the lawn mowed and trim since mosquitoes can hide in tall grass.
* To keep mosquitoes off of you while outside, avoid going outdoors during dawn and dusk, use mosquito repellant (pure vanilla extract and catnip oil work extremely well, too), and wear long sleeves and pants for ultimate mosquito protection.


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"Let the wise listen and add to their learning"

Communication Part 4

"Let the wise listen and add to their learning" (Proverbs 1:5 niv)

Steve Clark, CEO of New School Selling, is one of the best sales trainers in the country. His number-one word of advice on selling is,
Listen intently. The 80/20 rule bears repeating: We should spend 80 percent of our time listening and 20 percent of our time talking. We are there to serve our customers' needs, but we won't be able to if we don't stop talking long enough to uncover them. If we ask a lot of questions and take notes on the answers, we force ourselves to listen carefully and help ensure that we remember important points of the conversation. We should sit on the edge of our seats, and be fascinated by what our prospects have to say. A big sale may be riding on every word!
An essential part of communication is listening. The word itself means "to make a conscious effort to hear; to pay attention." Good communication requires listening. Note that Jesus said, "'He that has ears to hear, let him hear'" (Mark 4:9 niv). But listening is not hearing until we fully understand what the other party is telling us.
Business runs on relationships. If we are going to be successful in building business, we need to listen until we know where others are and what they need. Discovering needs through listening is the first step in helping someone. Wise men become wise from listening.



Practical Helps for Life

Free Printables For Garage or Yard Sales
Posted June 15, 2009 by Cynthia Townley Ewer
Flowers are blooming, birds are singing ... and the voice of the yard sale shopper is heard in the land.
Thinking of holding a garage sale or yard sale this year? We've got everything you need to cut your clutter and score some cash with our garage sale tips--but if you're looking for more help, try these free printables for yard sale success:
Printable Yard Sale Checklist
Guide To Planning A Garage Sale (.pdf format) from SuddathRelocation.comPrintable Garage Sale Signs and Tags from FamilyFun.com

More on Communication and Travel Tips

Communication Part 3
"Better, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a city." (Proverbs 16:32 niv)

Sometimes our actions speak so loudly it becomes difficult for others to hear what our mouths are saying. We all have emotions, and we all can get upset about things. It's extremely important that we control and manage those feelings, or they will destroy us.
We are mirrors, and our job is to reflect God in all our ways. God wants us to reflect His goodness so He can show the world that the right ways work. We businessmen and women can ruin our reputations by slamming a door, blurting out harsh words, or even simply displaying a mean look in silence. Emotions are like gasoline: They are dangerous and destructive but valuable when controlled or channeled properly. The emotions in us are a source of energy, and if that energy is harnessed, it becomes a valuable asset within us. Remember that people will judge us by how we act and react. Whose reflection will they be judging?
"Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control." (Proverbs 25:28 niv)

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Practical Helps for Life
Travel Tips: Get Organized For Family Travel Pt. 2
Posted May 28, 2009 by Cynthia Townley Ewer of OrganizedHome.Com

Pack It Light, Pack It Right

Packing prowess separates veteran travelers from the armchair variety. Keep these ideas in mind as you pack for vacation travel:
Lighten the load. It's an old saw that still cuts--when traveling, less is more. For each family member, lay out all clothing and personal care items needed for the trip. Remove half before you pack the rest.

Forget what mother told you, and pack your oldest underthings! Collect worn-out socks and underwear throughout the year. When traveling, wear and toss. You'll lighten the load and make room for souvenirs as you go.
Investigate packing organizers. Pack clothing, socks, underwear and personal items in zipper food storage bags to cut wrinkles, protect clothing, and organize suitcases. Commercial organizers can be worth the cost for frequent travelers. Check them out!
Pack children's clothing day-by-day. For easiest travel with kids, use large zipper food storage bags to pack a complete outfit for a single day. Dirty clothing can be re-stored in the bags.
Plan for T-shirts. Family vacations mean t-shirts, t-shirts, t-shirts. Deliberately under-pack, knowing you'll add these garments along the way. Take care of yourself! Put together personal care kits for each family member in a zipper bag or cosmetics organizer. Include sample-sized bottles of shampoo, shower gel, lotion and sun block. Use motel supplies along the way to replenish care kits. At vacation's end, re-stock care kits and store inside suitcases for the next trip.

Communication and a Travel Tip

Thank you for taking a few minutes with me today! For the next few weeks we will look at COMMUNICATION at home and work.

Communication Part 2
"A gentle answer turns away wrath" (Proverbs 15:1 niv)

When we are confronted by someone, our natural tendency is to become defensive and argue. Arguments turn into harsh words, and harsh words can turn into anger.
Someone once said, "A man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still." We may win the argument but lose the battle or the point we are trying to make. When we have disagreements, it is not only important to settle matters quickly with our adversaries, but it is equally important to manage and control our tone of voice. The King James Version of the Bible puts it well: "A soft answer turneth away wrath."
The man who is confident about his position does not need to raise his voice. When he speaks, he does so as one having authority. It is embarrassing to be wrong while screaming at the top of our lungs! We can avoid a lot of problems by giving a soft answer to the arrogant and abrasive.


Practical Helps for Life
Travel Tips: Get Organized For Family Travel Pt. 1

Posted May 28, 2009 by Cynthia Townley Ewer of OrganizedHome.Com
Summer's here and school's out: it's time to take to the road!
Summer vacation travel can be enriching, enjoyable and exciting--but only if you're organized. The family that fails to plan for summer travel can end up frazzled, frustrated and longing for the quiet comfort of home.
This year, get ready! Whether it's car trips, plane travel or close-to-home "stay-cation" picnics or camping trips, we've assembled OrganizedHome.Com's best, easiest tips to organize summer vacation travel.
Bon voyage!

What To Know Before You Go
A smooth, stress-free vacation begins well before the trip. Use these ideas to streamline vacation travel planning and preparation:
Establish Travel Central. Whether it's a new divider in a Household Notebook notebook, a dedicated section in a paper planner, or a Vacation category in your handheld organizer, keep all travel information in a single location. Include contact information for airlines, car rental agencies and travel agents, passport and frequent flyer numbers, and itineraries.
Three most important factors for vacation planning: lists, lists and more lists. Filed in Travel Central, vacation lists can include personal packing lists for each family member, a "before we leave" checklist, instructions for house-sitters, packing checklist, picnic planner checklist or camping checklist.

Enter the packing zone. As you plan and prepare, set aside an area to gather travel essentials. In addition to tickets, passports, and travel documents, add travel-sized toiletries, tissues, travel appliances and personal care items. Moving from "list" to "packed" is easier if all your gear can be viewed in one place.