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Lesson Learned from a lifetime of reading Ann Landers

(originally appeared Aug. 4, 1994)

-You are responsible for your own happiness. No one can make you feel inferior unless you allow them to do so.

-People won’t stay mad at you long if you can say, "I was wrong, and I am truly sorry. I hope you will forgive me."

-When something is troubling you, tell someone you trust instead of trying to cover it up. You will be surprised to learn that the other person has been through something similar.

-Don’t pass up an opportunity to tell people you care about them. You may never get another chance.

-Reserve judgement until you know all the facts. Even then, keep your mouth shut if no useful purpose is served by adding your two cents’ worth.

-Be grateful for your good health & the health of those you love. Be aware that without good health, money & success mean little.

-If you enjoy your work & your life, you are rich. If you aren’t happy with either, how can money help?

-If you are having a rotten day, don’t take it out on those around you. Simply say to yourself, "Today is a rotten day. Tomorrow will be better." That attitude will improve your disposition as well as your digestive system.

-Spend time with your children. It’s the best investment you will ever make.

-Don’t be afraid to try something you think you can’t do. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.

-There’s no such thing as the perfect man or woman. Look for the best overall package of kindness, consideration, ambition & intelligence. Otherwise, you will spend your life alone.

-You can respect & learn from people, even if you don’t like them. Be aware that you can learn something from everyone, because every person in the world knows something you don’t know.

Sent in by Nancy Line Jacobs of Omaha, Nebraska