Monday, May 21, 2012 Service
"What saves a man is to take a step. Then another step."
— C.S. Lewis

How I Changed My Life, in Four Lines

How I Changed My Life, in Four Lines
"Changing your life can seem an incredibly tough and complicated thing, especially if you've failed a great number of times (like I did), found it too hard, and resigned yourself to not changing. But I found a way to change. And I'm not any better than anyone else, not more disciplined, not more motivated. I just learned a few simple principles that changed my life. So what are the principles that changed my life, repeatedly? [...] If you read the brief stories above, you already know: 1. Start very small. 2. Do only one change at a time. 3. Be present and enjoy the activity (don't focus on results). 4. Be grateful for every step you take." Leo Babauta shares more.

Be the Change

Apply these tips to changes you want to make: start small with one step at a time, and be present to and grateful for each step.

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