Many years ago, I read that Academy Award-winner Shirley MacLaine carried the following items with her as “gentle reminders.”
A TOOTHPICK – to remind you to pick out the good qualities in other people.
A RUBBER BAND – to remind you to be flexible.
A BAND-AID – to remind you to heal hurt feelings.
A PENCIL – to remind you to write a list of your blessings every day.
AN ERASER – to remind you that everyone makes mistakes and it’s OK.
GLUE – to remind you to stick with it.
A MINT – to remind you that you’re worth a mint.
A CHOCOLATE KISS – to remind you that everyone needs a kiss and a hug every day.
A TEA BAG – to remind you that you do your best work when you’re in hot water.
