Years ago, after a long run of bad relationships, I made a list of dating non-negotioables. The list was comprised of deal breakers and things that were completely unacceptable (to me) in a partner. Over the years, the list has changed. Not much has come off, but things have definitely been added.
As I contemplate my direction in life, I think it is time to compile a list of non-negotiables in life. I think that in order to truly be a peace with myself, I need to identify what it is that has no place in my world.
After much thought, I have come up with the Ten Commandments of Kristin.
1. God before all else.
2. Live my life for me.
3. Rome wasn't built in a day.
4. Kids will be kids.
5. Don't blink.
6. Don't stay mad.
7. Everyone deserves love and kindness.
8. Find purpose in everything - big and small.
9. Make a difference.
10. Love yourself.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
28 comments:
That's a pretty good list and a good idea! I've never thought of doing that!
Love that list. I have a list as well, except it's really really really long. LOL. Yeah, all the bad shit made me picky ;)
Looks like a winner of a list to me!
Have you read or heard of the book, "The Happiness Project"? The author also encourages choosing 10-12 personal commandments to live by to encourage your own pursuit of happiness.
Cheers!
These are great! I also had one of those non nego lists for men. Have a great day!
#9 should be on everyone's list. Not necessarily for the grand scheme of things, but in any way possible. Daily.
I love your list.... can you explain the blinking one?
#10 and #2 go hand in hand.... with out those we aren't in a place to do much good for others.
So much of our path is about attitude and perspective and making the most of what today gives us. Awesome list!
On this list, contemplate I must.
A list of my own, make I will.
Love the list.
Everyone does deserve love and kindness
happy sigh
that is all
Love it! Especially the don't blink. Gosh, it's so true.
All pretty great! I should try this. I wonder if I will be able to keep the list down to 10?
I really like this list!
Love it!
I love this. There are many non-negotiables for me too. Maybe I should make a LIST.
That's a great list! I also love the idea of a list of dating non-negotiables. I think if I'm ever dating again I'm going to do that.
This is great I love it. I have some deal-breakers myself. But these are simply said and very practical. :)
Excellent post, thank you so much for sharing, and thanks for stopping by Clan Carlson.
This is an awesome list hun.. love it
It's a nice list, but (and not to sound above you or anyone else) I think that if you truly did # 1, that there would be no need for the others. In believing in Him, putting your faith in Him, and trusting in Him. You would Find Purpose. You would make a difference. You would Love yourself. You would not blink. You would be patient... Again, not trying to sound snarky. I enjoy following.
This is a fabulous list!
Great list!
Number 3 is a good one...I can get impatient so quickly (ha!).
Awesome list!! Great job!
Love the list, Mama. Catching up on posts today and had to read this before reading "Number one" ... :)
I really, really love this! I may have to take you up on your challenge!!
What a nice list. I don't think many people take the time to figure out a list like this for themselves! I'm stopping by from SITS today -- congratulations on being in the spotlight! I'm embarassed to admit it, but I never really understood the phrase "only parent." I always lumped it together with "single parent." Of course I know the difference, but it wasn't until I read your description on SITS that I really separated the two in my mind.
One of my closest friends when I was little lost her father when she was 10. And I've always been amazed at how her mother pulled things together and raised two children after her husband passed. But I see now I did make the mistake of calling her a single parent. She wasn't. She was an only. And she was incredible.
Thank you for sharing your story with us. And congratulations on your day in the spotlight!
Well said!
This is such a great list! I haven't been over to SITS in a couple of weeks and I am so glad that I came over today so I could meet you. What a blessing.
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