Lie Back And Wriggle

Posted January 28, 2012 By Ande and has 2 comments.

Are you in the midst of a situation you don’t like? You can struggle against it, or you can take the action that will move you through it quickly.

Joyful Springers lie back and wriggle. They know that the fastest way to change a situation is to accept it and relish the gifts it has to offer.

What keeps you stuck in a problem is your effort to resist it. That resistance gets your energy all knotted up so you can’t allow the solutions to flow through you. If you can tell yourself that the situation is somehow for your good, you will relax enough that your inner wisdom will easily lead you to a better place.

[Delta is back. Joan Howe's happy girl obviously knows how to relax into any situation, even icy cold snow, and get the joy out of it. ]

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Liven Up The Place

Posted January 25, 2012 By Ande and has 5 comments.

This time of year, the winter doldrums often are going around. You can find yourself surrounded by people who are deadened by negativity. How can you keep these folks from bringing you down?

Joyful Springers liven up the place. Instead of commiserating with others, they tell positive stories and throw around compliments until everyone around them is ankle deep in feel good thoughts.

Yes, energy flows between people, and it’s possible for people who have problems to bring you down. But it’s equally possible for you to keep your focus positive so you can lift them up.

[Rudie is back. This photo was taken last winter when he was just a couple months old. ]

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Calculate

Posted January 23, 2012 By Ande and has 4 comments.

Most of us have a tendency to live life by the seat of our pants. Instead of acting, we keep reacting.

Joyful Springers calculate. They have a deliberate purpose or design for their life because they know by having one, they’re more likely to take the actions that will give them the life they want.

When you think about what you want from your days instead of just going through the motions, you’re giving your subconscious mind (which runs most of your life) instructions to create what you want to experience. Having your subconscious on board makes the ride of your life a lot more joyful.

[Meet Punky. Helen Gibson sent me this photo of the third Springer who came into her life. Helen says, "She was quite the math whiz ... as you can see!" Punky passed away in 2007 at the age of 13, but the love and joy she brought to the Gibson family lives on. Thanks, Punky, for being a Guest Star on The Joyful Springer.]

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Stride Forward

Posted January 21, 2012 By Ande and has 2 comments.

The last post focused on the importance of tenacity. So how can you be tenacious? Scottish writer, Eileen Caddy describes the process well: “Stride forward with a firm, steady step knowing with a deep, certain inner knowing that you will reach every goal you set yourselves, that you will achieve every aim .”

Joyful Springers stride forward. They understand that it is a conviction of success that allows them to keep going even when the going gets challenging.

Never go after a goal you want but don’t think you can achieve. Before you take action, be sure the truth that you can have what you want replaces all doubts. Then run with that truth, all the way to the success you want.

[Ducky, aka Commando Ducky , is now striding forward (with the help of her brace) on the beach, off leash finally!! after a nearly year long rehab following an ACL injury. It's such a joy to see her stepping out again!]

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Have A Little Tenacity

Posted January 18, 2012 By Ande and has 6 comments.

Millions of people make New Years resolutions. Many of them are already giving up.

Joyful Springers have a little tenacity. They hang onto their desire even when obstacles are yanking them away from what they want.

Just because something’s trying to keep you from grasping your goal doesn’t mean it’s time to give up the goal. Hang onto it. Hold the vision. When you do, you’ll have the energy and the focus you need to keep any resolution you make.

[Sweet Pea and Poppy are back. Poppy was still a pup in this photo, but she's creeping up on a year now. Clearly, she learned early on how to be tenacious. ]

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Chill

Posted January 16, 2012 By Ande and has no comments yet.

“I’m freaking out,” is a refrain we hear way too often these days.

Joyful Springers chill. They know the fastest way to “unfreak” is to forget all about whatever upset them and instead do something fun or relaxing.

You can never truly solve a problem from “freak out” mode. When you’re stressed, you don’t have access to the flow of wisdom that brings solutions. So when you’re facing a problem, take some time to kick back and find your feel good. When you do, you’ll be amazed at how easily things cool off and fall into place.

[Jackie is back. This lovely girl moved to Illinois last winter and quickly got the hang of how to "chill." ]

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Choose Your Focus

Posted January 1, 2012 By Ande and has 7 comments.

In the new year, Joyful Springers resolve to focus on things that make them feel good. They know that what they focus on expands.

When you look for joy, you find it.

Happy New Year!!

[Ducky loves watching YouTube videos that feature dogs, so that's what she focuses on. ]

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Remember You Have Backlighting

Posted December 25, 2011 By Ande and has 4 comments.

Around Christmastime, we often remember we’re surrounded by what many people call angels … a Divine energy that has our best interests always in mind. The rest of the year, we sometimes forget.

Joyful Springers remember they have backlighting. They are always aware of the Divine glow that shines behind and around them.

Today, and every day of the year, you are nestled in the pure, glowing light of the Divine. When you can remember that, you’ll find it easier to find joy … always.

Ducky and Tim and I wish you and yours a warm and happy day celebrating whatever tradition lights you up from within and around you.

Happy Yule!

[Ducky doesn't need tree lights behind her to be lit up. She knows she's touched by Divine light ... and lots of love, always. ]

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Join The Jolly Clique

Posted December 23, 2011 By Ande and has no comments yet.

Is laughter a big part of your life … or not?

Joyful Springers join the jolly clique. As if Santa was at their backs, they frequently laugh so hard their bellies shake like bowls full of jelly. They also seek out others who love to laugh, and they share their laughter so easily that they inspire others to laugh.

Laughter has some powerful health benefits: it boosts immunity, it lowers stress hormones, it can decrease pain, it relaxes your muscles, and it can prevent heart disease. So give yourself, and others, the gift of some Santa-inspired jolly belly laughs as often as possible. Life is a lot more fun if you choose ho, ho, ho over oh no, oh no, oh no.

[Pump, Butch, and Jeter are back. These North Carolina beauties (their momma, Helen, calls them "the 3-pack") are definitely "in" the Santa crowd. Santa is Helen's and her husband, Rich's, friend, Bill.]

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Break Through

Posted December 1, 2011 By Ande and has 4 comments.

Most big projects have a point in the middle of them where there seems to be an immovable wall. It’s the point where we get tempted to give up.

Joyful Springers break through. They understand that the “wall” that stands between them and their success is as insubstantial as powdery new snow; all they have to do is burst forward with enthusiasm and they’ll reach their goal.

Whenever you’re tempted to abandon a long-term goal, remember how insubstantial that wall you’ve hit really is. Take your attention off how “hard” the way ahead seems to be and put your thoughts on the end result. This will give you the strength to bust past the wall and melt away all obstacles.

[Jackie is back. This gorgeous girl moved from California to Illinois last winter, and she has a BLAST in the snow. ]

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Doggone Awesome Inspiration For Happy Living

In the new year, Joyful Springers resolve to focus on things that make them feel good. They know that what they focus on expands. When you look for joy, you find it.

Happy New Year!!

Ducky and Tim and I wish you and yours a warm and happy day celebrating whatever tradition lights you up from within and around you.

Happy Yule!

In the new year, Joyful Springers resolve to focus on things that make them feel good. They know that what they focus on expands.

When you look for joy, you find it.