One of the main weaknesses of mankind is the average person’s familiarity with the word ‘impossible.’ He knows all the rules that will not work. He knows all the things that cannot be done.
NAPOLEON HILL
January 7, 2013
Tag: Pacific Northwest
January 6, 2013
I have learned the novice can often see things that the expert overlooks. All that is
necessary is not to be afraid of making mistakes, or of appearing naive.
– ABRAHAM MASLOW
Sometimes you get thirsty at the train station in Japan. Kind of like the airport in Portland. I can’t fly anywhere without stopping at Gustav’s for a shot of Jager followed by an amazing refreshing, calming, soothing, my flight is going to be amazing beer.
January 5, 2013
“Music is the mediator between the spiritual and the sensual life.”
― Ludwig van Beethoven
According to the brilliant Ben Folds, this is FollowMTWeek. Music Therapists love his support! Thank you, Ben! The Oregon Association of Music Therapy is proud to announce that registration is open for our 3rd annual conference. Check out the commercial.
January 4, 2013
“It’s fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.”
-BILL GATES
the quest for icees in Hawaii 2007
January 3, 2013
“You cannot perform in a manner inconsistent with the way you see yourself.”
-Zig Ziglar
January 2, 2013
Ok, I know I normally post quick affirmations or quotes that you can put in your pocket and read throughout the day, but I wanted to share a project I completed yesterday. This song helped me get through some of the crazy days of 2012..
Dedicated to everyone picking up the pieces after the tragedies of 2012. While holding those lost in our hearts, may we make 2013 a beautiful year.
January 1, 2013: Happy New Year!
“…the fear of making a mistake can be the biggest mistake.”
– Ronald M. Borczon in Music Therapy: A Fieldwork Primer
May your year be full of mistakes & successes & learning opportunities & teaching moments!
December 31, 2012
“The damage has been done. Life is about picking up the pieces and moving forward.” – Dawn Iwamasa
Enjoy the last day of the year!!
December 30, 2012
Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring: all of which have the potential to turn a life around. ~ Leo F. Buscaglia
Bozeman, Montana
December 28, 2012
“In the practice of tolerance, one’s enemy is the best teacher.” ~ Dalai Lama
Someday I will master this pose and fall over with joy. – Bend, Oregon
Recycled Affirmations 