Gina Greenlee Quotes

Indulgence comes in all varieties: a mouthful of gourmet chocolate, a hot stone massage, a week in Paris or 20 uninterrupted minutes to getlost in a book.
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Rest and repose are as much a part of life’s journeys as seeing all we came to see.
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Opportunity to suspend disbelief is often why we watch movies. The stories and images touch us and shift perspectives in ways we may not allow in our daily lives. As readily as you check your “this isn’t real” attitude at the ticket counter – when transformers are defending earth against aliens and 21st century vampires frolic by daylight – on the big screen of your heart and mind train for, run and celebrate finishing your first marathon.
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Body follows mind. If the mind compares itself to others this could lead to overtraining. Tune out what other runners do and how fast they run. Tune in, instead, to how your body wants to increase speed and distance.
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This is your first marathon. Possibly, you’ll want it to be your last. Focus on future races draws energy from the one in front of you. Like the mileage that comprises them, train for marathons one at a time.
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If you are feeling constrained by a group that you belong to, ask yourself,“How can I participate in this community and still be who I am?
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Want more fizz in your life? Shake things up.
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Practice trust in small matters for huge returns in the large ones.
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Nothing is lost in a stumble, only in the refusal to get up.
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The alchemy of diamonds from the rough is to mine every moment.
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Experiment with grounding yourself with who you are, not what you do.
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Those who walk the talk get the work.
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As long as you’re breathing, it’s never too late to reconnect with a long-held love.
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If you’ve broken any promises you’ve made to yourself, now is the time to make up for it.
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Whether by plane, bus or carpet, own the magic in your ride.
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If you built the box, you can also break it down.
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When life hands you lemons, why stop at lemonade? Create an entire product line.
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If it’s true we only live once, then raise your red velvet curtain every chance you get.
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Keep moving. Your next big thing may be just around the corner.
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Till your inner garden and your outer landscape will flourish
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Give full attention to life’s moments and the images you capture will be everlasting.
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The adventures of a lifetime begin with “Yes.
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Whether you need to make a call or answer one,don’t put your passions on hold.
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Though I have not lived in New York City for more than two decades, these storytellers – from the United States, Britain and Canada – have touched my heart with their openness, inspired me with their joie de vivre and deepened my appreciation for my hometown as a worldwide phenomenon. Welcome to our New York.
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Fear not your flame as you flood your caverns with firelight.
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By necessity, we are direct and swift in speech and movement. This is the true dynamic that underlies our apocryphal rudeness. Also true: we do not make eye contact. Neither do we encourage it. Consider the number of humans a New Yorker will pass on a given day – on the subway, in a train or bus terminal, in an office or simply walking down the street. To facilitate speed and minimize drama, it’s productive to keep one’s eyes focused ahead.
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You’d be surprised who will back down when you speak up.
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For all the energy directed toward the stratagem of big city living, New Yorkers are never too distracted to respond to, and more often, proactively assist visitors. Tourists tracing the routes of subway maps with their fingers, squinting at street signs or staring at a slip of paper with confusion are typical recipients of our generosity. We know our city can be as challenging as it is fascinating, and we want visitors to have a good experience.
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No map? No problem. Let commitment and determination lead the way.
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I know when people think of New York, they think of theater, restaurants, cultural landmarks and shopping,” I told him. “But beyond the iconic skyline and the news from Wall Street, New York is a collection of villages. In our neighborhoods, we attend school, play Kick the Can, handball and ride our bikes. I grew up knowing the names and faces of the baker, the shoe repair family, the Knish man and the Good Humor man who sold me and the other kids in my neighborhood half a popsicle for a nickel. My father took me to the playground where he pushed me on the swing, helped balance me on the seesaw and watched as I hung upside down by my feet on the monkey bars. Yes,” I told the interviewer, “people actually grow up in New York.
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At chaos’ core lies the invitation.
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If you want it badly enough, it’s yours.
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Our lives follow the stories we tell ourselves.
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New insights from being present are a gift.
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Stay open. You may find your tribe where you least expect it.
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From the depths of your well, tap your will.
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Increase the number of adventures you act on and you’ll lighten the weight of regret.
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Those who receive the blessing are those who see beyond its disguise.
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No matter how many strikes are hurled at you, only you decide when you’re out.
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Endings are the embryos of new beginnings.
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If “Been there, done that” isn’t your mantra,then make haste down your “bucket list.
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An unlimited supply of wonder and trust, bolsters life lived as a process of discovery.
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Diving in IS testing the water.
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Go for it. It will make a great story.
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Like flowers blooming through cement,we, too, can grow beyond our cracks.
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Be who you are. You may not always please but you will never go wrong.
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Be courageous: be still.
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Sometimes we have to break down to break through.
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What do you believe about who you are? About your capabilities? When was the last time you trusted yourself enough to test them?
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It is our beliefs, more than our experiences, that determine life's possibilities.
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Turn off the radio, TV, DVD, iPod, computer and cell phone. Then, listen.
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If we never challenge our shortcomings, we ensure that they remain our Achilles' heel.
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Stop now and always wonder. Press forward and tap the wonder.
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Life only plants the seeds. It’s up to us to help them grow.
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Never underestimate the lingering effects of a dash of spontaneous comfort.
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We often mistake letting go for giving up. Knowing the difference betweenthe two can make all the difference in the end.
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When we write down our dreams we transform what we imagine into reality.
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When actors encounter a mishap during a stage performance,they transform it for good purpose by employing a technique called,“use the difficulty.” How can you “use the difficulty” in your life?
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When we establish human connections within the context of sharedexperience we create community wherever we go.
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You don’t have to spend a lot of money to feel like a million. A good night’s sleep, a quiet walk by the river or a hug from a favorite person will do the trick.
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