Principles for a successful life.
 

[SIZE="5"][B]Principles for a Successful Life[/B][/SIZE]
[B][I]by Ron Kurtus [/I][/B](revised 6 February 2006)

A successful life is a satisfying life. It is one where you are healthy, happy and fulfilled in your existence. Most people would like to lead such a life, but many think it is not easy to do. In fact, it is not that difficult. Much of what happens to you in your life is a result of your philosophy or way of thinking and the principles you follow, as well as your attitude toward things.

[B]Questions you may have include:[/B]

What type of philosophy do I need to have?

How do attitude, health and wealth fit in?

What do I need to do to get started?

This lesson will answer those questions. There is a mini-quiz near the end of the lesson.

[B]Have a positive philosophy[/B]

In order to lead a good, well or satisfying life, you need a positive philosophy toward the major components in your life. These components are your:

[B]Attitude [/B]

[B]Health:[/B] Physical, Emotional and Spiritual

[B]Communications:[/B] Sensing the world and Social interactions
Knowledge

[B]Activities[/B]: Vocation and Leisure

[B]Be good in each[/B]

You can be good and attain satisfaction in each of these items, leading to a happy and healthy life.

[B]Attitude[/B]

Your attitude can make your life satisfying, if you:

[B]Enjoy life [/B]

Be accountable for your own well being
Think in terms of taking care of your whole person
your body
mind and spirit
Health
The following are ways to attain wellness in the different types of health.

[B]Physical health[/B]

Good physical health can make your life satisfying, if you:

Are physically active
Eat frugally
Minimize medical invasiveness

[B]Emotional health[/B]

Good emotional health can make your life satisfying, if you:

Handle stress well
Are aware of your feelings
Appreciate the talents you have

[B]Spiritual health[/B]

Good spiritual health can make your life satisfying, if you:

Are forgiving
Are grateful
Are at peace
Communication
The following are ways to attain wellness in the areas of communication.

[B]Sensing the world[/B]

Effective sensing of the world around you can make your life more satisfying, if you:

Are observant
Are curious
Use all your senses

[B]Social interactions[/B]

Good social interactions can make your life satisfying, if you:

Have respect for other people
Try to have everyone win
Live for today

[B]Intellect[/B]

Good intellect can make your life satisfying, if you:

Think mindfully
Are creative
Continually grow

[B]Vocation[/B]

A good vocation can make your life satisfying, if you:

Have a purpose
Help others
Are concerned about future generations

[B]Summary[/B]

By taking care of your attitude, physical health, emotional health, spiritual health, social interactions, intellect, and vocation, you should lead a good life.

regards