It's A Long Road Ahead

My drive everyday to Telluride Colorado up and over the San Juan Mountain Range.

It's a long road ahead so be sure to always think ahead. My parents often reminded me as I was growing up how important this is. This doesn't mean that we always practice it though. In order to put yourself ahead you must look ahead, plan ahead and live ahead. Choose to live your life so that you'll be thankful tomorrow and the day after. Bring light to your future by making the best of what you have today. Choose the long term value that lies in every moment to propel you into a better future. Use each day to prepare for a better future. A correct small action today will make a big difference down the road. Live for the moment now while creating value for the moments to come. Don't be afraid of making mistakes either. Mistakes are all part of the game. Your time is valuable so don't waste it. Consider your consequences right now so that you can determine what your consequences will be later. Think ahead, act ahead and you will be ahead. It's a long road don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope you started your day off by thinking ahead. If you didn't that's ok, it's never to late to start.

God Bless
Jason

Stop Worrying

A brisk morning in Ridgway Colorado.

Remember that life is short, and time spent worrying is time wasted. Think of all the things you’ll get to do once you finally stop worrying. Realize how free you’re going to be. You want to run towards that, not walk. Enjoy your sprint and look forward to all kinds of new possibilities that lie beyond the checkered tape. Next be yourself. Nothing can bring you peace but yourself. While being yourself be sure to feel good about yourself. This sounds obvious, but far more people fail this test than pass it. Take pride in who you are, and don’t dwell on what you’re not. Others in your life, like parents, siblings, and friends, are surely already proud of you, so all you have to do is stop worrying and mimic their attitudes. Next don't hate. When we hate our enemies, we are giving them power over us, power over our sleep, our appetites, our blood pressure, our health, and our happiness. So stop worrying and start living today. Lastly don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way.
Happy New Year to everyone and thanks for visiting my thought today.

God Bless
Jason

Almost Over

Well we have almost come to the end of another year. As this year comes to an end I would like to remind you of a few things that are important. Many are heard quoting," I'm glad this years is over" or "This past year was not good". No matter what has happened this past year there is a reason for it all.If life got you down this year then you should not forget it. You should hold this past year close to your heart.Use the past to brighten your future. Remember the situations that held you back and think of a way to move past them. Think of the frustrations and how you can rise above them. Look at what you have learned and how far you have come. Think about what you did this past year and what you will be able to do this year. Never let go of any moment of your past good or bad. Each moment has it's own value and is important. So even though this year is almost over, it's really just beginning. Don't forget to love always,forgive quickly and smile along the way. Everyone have a safe New Years

God Bless
Jason

Treasure Every Step

Sawpit Colorado snow.

Treasure every step you take. Don't rush them, they have more value than you could ever imagine. Don't worry that you're not there yet. Part of the process to reaching a goal is the process of getting there. If things happened over night they would lack value and substance. The journey along the way has great value in deed. The more effort you put forth the more value the goal becomes. With every step you gain knowledge and wisdom. Don't be afraid of the time it will take to reach your goal. When your moving in the right direction take time to enjoy each step along the way. Be thankful that you're headed in the right direction. Don't get caught up in how long it has taken. Enjoy where you are and how far you have come. Remember you can't turn the corner until you come to it. Do the work and treasure every step it takes to get to the corner. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. Look for the 2016 Jason's Thought Calendars coming soon!

God Bless
Jason

Picture Yourself

On our lake the other day was this American White Pelican.

Picture yourself in a batter place. Picture yourself with less stress an anxiety. Now make that picture come to life. You have everything within you to make this picture a reality. Change your thoughts and focus on the positive possibilities. Forget about the problems and let them go, you are now headed in the right direction. The mental picture you hold of yourself will dictate your thoughts and actions. The better the picture, the better the outcome. So picture yourself in a happy place. Picture yourself bringing value to each moment.  You can picture yourself any way you choose, so while your at it you might as well paint a beautiful picture. The way your picture yourself will affect your life and others around you. Picture yourself not in terms of your regrets. Instead, consider all the valuable lessons you've learned and start painting a positive picture today. You are the canvas and you have the tools, picture yourself today. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. Thank you once again for visiting my thought today. Have fun painting your picture.

God Bless
Jason

Beautiful World

A beautiful cool crisp morning here in Colorado with Lone Cone peak in the background.

We live in a beautiful world. Beauty is all around us we just choose to block it out. Beauty is not just physical appearance it's much deeper than physical appearance.We know beauty without having to learn it.We can't define it but the more we appreciate it the more beautiful it becomes. No matter what's going on in your life make the decision today to put it behind you for a few moments. Stop relax and take in the beauty that's around you. It's a gift we can give to our self and no one can take it away. Beauty can relax, inspire and energize us.We live in a world surrounded by beauty so reach out and grab it today. Except it for what it is and dig even deeper. Beauty is often found in things that seem very ordinary and plain. Sometimes we must dig deeper to discover the true beauty. Take nothing for granted and cherish every moment. Slow down a bit and look at what's going on around you, a beautiful world in deed. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. This will be the last thought for a week as I will be away from the computer for a well needed break. Thank You for visiting my thought today.

God Bless
Jason

Life Is Risky

A Beautiful Fall Colorado Day.

Life is risky in deed, but this is what makes it so valuable. With everything we do there are risks involved day in and day out. But that's OK because we have the tools to work through any situation that might arise. By working through the risks we will create value. With value comes great achievements that propel us upward and forward. Accept the risks and follow it through to the end, you won't be disappointed. With excepting the risk there will surely be some setbacks along the way. That's OK, learn from the mistakes and keep excepting the risks. Learn to except the risks and transform them into great achievements. With every obstacle you will create value and value leads to success. Take positive action and you will succeed one risk at a time. Continue the forward progress and you will find success. Don't try to take short cuts, this will only put you further behind. No one said life was going to be easy but except the risk and you will be on your way. Don't forget to love always, forgive quickly and smile along the way. I hope everyone will step up this week and take the risk and reap the rewards.

God Bless
Jason