A List of Don’ts and Dos to make good choices.

My editor said this list is a no-brainer.  Don’t think too much.  Do consider whether anything fits and is useful.

1 – Don’t believe everything you hear or read.  Do your own due diligence and draw your own conclusions.

2 – Don’t listen to only one side of a debate or argument.  Do consider which side seems to be realistic and reasonable.

4 – Don’t be swept up in an emotional frenzy.  Do take a step back and remain rational.

5 – Don’t buy something based on an ad.  Do research on the product or service to determine its value.

6 – Don’t allow stress to contribute to poor health. Do prescribed physical and mental exercises that relieve stress.

7 – Don’t ignore your physical health.  Do daily exercises that include walking, stretching and elevating your pulse.

8 – Don’t stop learning.  Do continue to learn new information that can add to your understanding and appreciation.

9 – Don’t avoid meeting new people and staying in a bubble.  Do step out of your comfort zone and stretch your boundaries.

10 – Don’t make assumptions and judgments based on your own bias.  Do consider another, different POV before accepting or rejecting.

11- Don’t be trapped by a rigid, highly structured schedule.  Do allow for more free time and playtime.

12- Don’t measure success by how much you can do.  Do consider how well you have done.

13 – Don’t take on more than you can chew and digest.  Do accept challenges that are appealing and intriguing.

14 – Don’t listen to others who want to tell you what to do.  Do listen to yourself and make up your own mind independently.

15 – Don’t be afraid to disagree.  Do express your opinions with respect and kindness.

16 – Don’t postpone what you could do that would help someone else.   Do it today.

17 – Don’t leave the house without checking you have everything you need. Do check the list one more time.

18 – Don’t forget to say thank you and please.  Do remember to be thoughtful and gracious.

19 – Don’t be a negative nay-sayer.  Do add something positive and productive.

20 – Don’t take this list literally or too seriously.  Do have fun with it if it makes any sense.