“The more respect you have for yourself, the happier you will be, and the more you will realize that you always deserve the best.” How often do you not say or do something because you’re worried about how it will be perceived? For most of us – myself included – this happens more often than […]
Category Archives: Simplify
July
12
Don’t Hurry, Be Happy!
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
In our world where everything is a rush, where we try to put as much into every minute of the day as possible, where if we are not busy, we often feel unproductive and lazy. Last week I realized again that there is more in life than increasing its speed. And no, it’s not the first […]
April
17
10 Little Moments of Happiness – And they don’t even cost a thing.
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
“A good life is a collection of happy moments. Cherish your happy moments. They are closer then you think.” Enjoy the little things in life. In reality we don’t need much to be instantly happy! Life is filled with simple pleasures. What about hearing birds chirping in the morning when you wake up, or remember how you feel when the […]
March
26
10 Tips to Stress Less & Live More
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
“Slow down. Enjoy the simple pleasures in life.” I have the flu since Saturday and my days were filled with chills, sweats, aching muscles. I had no energy for anything except staying in my bed. Fortunately today I am feeling more alive again :-). Although everyone will get the flu from time to time, I do believe […]
February
08
3 “Keep it Simple” Basics
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.” – Confucius When I look up the meaning of the word “Simple” in a random dictionary it says: easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty. I also found synonyms like straightforward, uncomplicated and child’s play. I was surprised to see that ‘child’s play’ was mentioned. It […]
January
01
Enjoy the little things!
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
The most beautiful things in life are so close and simple, and those life’s simple pleasures are very often overlooked. Someone told me to always live for the little things in life. Enjoy the little things more. Therefore a selection of the little things I enjoy. What about these? Being in a great mood for […]
November
09
You are Stronger than You Think
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
While I was doing a Pilates lesson recently, I was triggered by the sentence “You are stronger than you think”. I thought about it and reflected it on my current personal and work situation. I feel happier now than I felt a year ago. What has changed? Why do I feel better? I know now it has […]
October
12
7 Simple Rules for Happiness
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated – (Confucius) Just 7 simple rules and then you’re set! Promise! :-) And “no”, I don’t put them all into practice every day ;-) but at least I am aware of them and try to enjoy life, cherish special moments and give love & warmth as […]
September
22
1 Year Carpe Diem Moments
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
Yeah! Tomorrow it’s been one year since I started Carpe Diem Moments. It started all with my thought to spend more time in doing what I love. And – as I love taking pictures and reading quotes that inspire me – I’ve started my blog on Sunday September 23, 2012 to share my Carpe Diem Moments. […]
June
23
Let it be! It is What it is!
posted by Carpe Diem Moments
“Let it be, Let it be, Let it be, Let it be…Whisper words of wisdom… Let it be…” – The Beatles. I love this song … and the meaning of it! Let it be. Let it go. Let it happen. Have a peaceful mind. Acceptance: It is what it is! To be honest – isn’t […]
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