Sometimes the commotion and expectations of this time of year can send us spiraling downward into stress and exhaustion. At such times, I’ve always been grateful for the gentle reminders on the side of my “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff” coffee mug.
Here are a few….
- a quiet mind is the foundation of inner peace
- fill your life with love
- don’t forget to have fun
- be happy where you are
So it comes as a great shock to learn that Richard Carlson, the author of over 30 books, with more than 26 million copies in print, has died of cardiac arrest.
If you’ve got a moment, read his Holiday Message, posted on his website just 10 short days before his death.
And give a hug today (real or virtual) to everyone you love.
2 responses so far ↓
1 Cindy // Jan 14, 2007 at 7:41 pm
I was an old friend of Richard’s. I am so curious how it is that there is a connection to Richard through this Fibromyalgia website. … did you read his book and want to take a moment to contemplate this wonderful man? Please, please, please, take a moment to let me know. Best Regards, Cindy
2 Sheila Martin // Feb 2, 2007 at 5:40 pm
Hi Cindy,
I was a great fan of Richard’s gentle, yet powerful philosophies. That’s why I enjoy having the “Don’t Sweat” coffee mug to remind me of the basics.
As to why I posted about it here … I find that folks with fibro often over-react to life’s challenges. And that that can cause instant pain or fatigue. We need to manage our minds while we are healing our bodies.
How wonderful for you to have been a friend of such a special man. My condolences to you and his other friends and family.
Best,
Sheila
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