L: living by the rules of the Dalai Lama

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Motivation is a big part of my life and more often than not, it's me motivating myself. I do have the support of others to help me feel better about some stuff, but self-motivation has become a part of me (probably because I'm a middle child and used to having to do things on my own).

Anywho...

It's been a hectic last few weeks and over the last few months there have been a number of decisions I've had to make regarding 'what happens next' now that I'm done with university. I'll admit that at times I feel like giving up is easiest, but I think with such an unsure path I've been learning a lot about life, about myself and about dealing with different people and situations.

I've grown to better understand and appreciate the 18 rules of living (as quotes by the Dalai Lama) and at times it's little things like this that pump me with motivation and help me come back to terms with some of the things I honestly can't change (but of course wish I could).

The Dalai Lama's 18 rules of living 

01. Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk.

02. When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

03. Follow the three R's: respect for self, respect for others and respect for all your actions.

04. Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck.

05. Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly.

06. Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.

07. When you realise you have made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.

08. Spend some time alone every day.

09. Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values.

10. Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.

11. Live a good, honourable life. Then when you get older and think back, you'll be able to enjoy it a second time.

12. A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life.

13. In disagreements with loved ones, deal only with the current situation. Don't bring up the past.

14. Share your knowledge. It's a way to achieve immortality.

15. Be gentle with the earth.

16. Once a year, go somewhere you've never been before.

17. Remember that the best relationship is the one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.

18. Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.

So these are now my day to day reminders during my hectic schedule that help me feel more motivated, have a little more faith and believe more in myself and my abilities.