"Marshall Field once set down 12 important things to be remembered in the course of daily living. As he found them more than worthy of incorporation in his plan of good living, so may you. Consider them for yourself.
1. Time is valuable. It is yours now. Use it wisely.
2. Success is linked with perseverance.
3. Working is a pleasure if you have a balanced view of life and progress toward objectives worthy of your best.
4. Simple ways and simple living are full of dignity.
5. Character is something of great worth. Therefore, develop the kind of character that will bring greater benefit to life.
6. Kindness is a power too seldom recognized and appreciated for its real worth.
7. Example is among the greatest influences. Words may be helpful, but they can never take the place of demonstration in actual living.
8. Duty has its obligations which should never be forgotten.
9. Economy is a mark of wisdom. This means using carefully and wisely whatever possessions and powers you have.
10. Patience is a virtue too often neglected. Especially is this true in a speed-conscious world.
11. It is important to improve whatever talents you have.
12. Originating anything of value is a great joy. It is also an important essential to a happy life.
Remember these! Better still, live by them!" (Granpa Arlie 1945)
Even though Grandpa Arlie quoted Marshall Field back in 1945 most, if not all, of these important points still ring true today. A few of these stick out to me...
Whether it's in business, or family..."Example is among the greatest influences." Very true. Do what you say you are going to do. That's called Integrity .
"Working is a pleasure if you have a balanced view of life and progress toward objectives worthy of your best." - Is your daily work a pleasure or a pain? Are you just making a living or making your life and other lives around you better? If its not the former, then think about working in an environment that best fits your gifts, talents, and passions. Having hesitation to make a big move like that? See #2, #5, #7, #9 #11.
Which ones are worthy of you remembering and living by today?
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