Saturday, October 30, 2010

COLOR CODE TEST


I was home sick today and taking it easy, so I decided to take a color code test for fun. It determined that I have a 'white' personality. Here's what it said about how white personalities are....I've inserted my own thoughts on it:

'Whites are motivated by peace. Whites will do almost anything to avoid confrontation. They like to flow through life without hassle or discomfort. Feeling good is even more important to them than being good. (I'm more of a 'be good' person).

Whites need kindness. While Whites respond beautifully to thoughtfulness and amiability, they have a strong, silent stubbornness that surfaces when they are treated unkindly. They resent being scolded. They dislike harsh words. They open up instantly to people who are kind, but Whites recoil form those who are hostile. They are motivated by kindness - and cannot understand why other people are unkind. Whites like to keep a low profile. Whites enjoy their quiet independence. What appears to some people as quiet desperation can show itself to be bullheadedness. Those who misinterpret the peace-loving nature of a White as an invitation to be demanding and bossy will soon meet a wall of passive resistance. (Ha,ha! So true!!)

Whites are tougher than people think. Whites like to be asked their opinions. They won't volunteer them (This isn't necessarily true about me - I'm more than happy to volunteer my opinion). They value the respect of others, but they rarely go out of their way to seek it. They need to be coaxed to talk about their skill, hobbies and interests. Whites are independent. Unlike Reds, who want to control others, Whites seek only to avoid being controlled. They simply refuse to be under another's thumb, especially when treated without the respect they feel they deserve. Whites want to do things their way, in their own time. They do not ask much of others, and resent it when others demand things from them. They often comply with unreasonable demands - just to keep peace. They will only express their anger and frustration when they can no longer stand being bossed around.

Whites do not like to be pushed, and they can be fearsome when they finally "blow up". (Yep!) Whites are motivated by other people's desires. Whites are open to the recommendations of others on ways to resolve any and all situations. White executives value new management ideas from employees. White children welcome help - they are eager students. Whites make agreeable dates. They are interested in making sure the other person has a good time, and are willing to do whatever the other person wants. (This is annoyingly true!) Whites, however, want suggestions - not demands.'

The color code results were surprisingly accurate, with some exceptions. What color are all of you?!

Monday, October 18, 2010

SLEEPLESS NIGHTS

"You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because
reality is finally better than your dreams." -Dr. Suess

I loved this quote!! Unfortunately my lack of shut-eye stems from too much play and a lack of self-discipline. I've determined that Dr. Suess's reasoning has more appeal....

Thursday, October 7, 2010

SO SORRY

Tonight I realized that I've gotten into the habit of apologizing to bugs before I kill them. I don't know why I do it or even when it started, but I think it stems from a guy that I dated once who insisted that bugs have families. So now each time I have to squash one I find myself saying ' I'm sorry!' I still feel grossed out when I grab them with the toilet paper, and it makes me squeemish when I flush them down the toilet, but at least they know I'm sorry. I feel like I've done my part.

As a sidenote, yes, I DO realize how ridiculous it sounds....

Sunday, October 3, 2010

MINI NEW YEARS

I love having different experiences throughout the year that make me feel like I can start fresh at doing things with more meaning and being a little bit better than I was before. One is on New Years Eve, one is on my birthday, and the best ones are two times a year when General Conference rolls around.

I loved, LOVED Elder Holland's talk when he said 'we become what we want to be by consistently being what we want to become.' Selfishly I believe he gave that talk just to me! I've been thinking about this a lot in the last week. Last Sunday during sacrament meeting I was remembering when I came back from my mission and reported to the High Council. I remember feeling so peaceful and happy, and ready to take on anything that came my way. I long for those feelings again and I want to be that person again. The person that was consistent in doing the little things on a daily basis that helped me feel close to my Heavenly Father. Who worked hard every day and loved even harder. I miss that person. And I want to become that person again.

So it's time to take Elder Holland's words to heart. Time to work on consistently being who I want to become and being mindful of the little things every day. Time to work hard again in each aspect of my life and not just the areas that seem to come easily to me. And last, but not least, it's time to learn to love again, unconditionally, despite how scary it is to me to actually love again. It's my 'New Years Eve' and tomorrow is a new start - now all I need are fireworks :)