Rules I live by

We all have standards that we expect of ourselves and others.  Rules that we have given to ourselves that we try to follow.  We don't always do this consciously, but I believe that it is human nature to do so.  What follows is some rules that I try to live by.

1) To treat others as I would like to be treated.  Try not to do something to someone that I would not like myself.  I need to have respect for everyone.

2) Love. This involves not just my family and friends.  Most importantly it is to love myself.  If I cannot love myself than how can others.

3) Look on the positive side.  Is the glass half full or half empty?  I always like to think the glass is half full. I try to see the good in everything and everyone.  Sure sometimes giving people the benefit can lead to being hurt, but life is risky and not to take chances isn't living life realistically.  

4) Be honest.  I don't believe in not being honest.  I believe that if you lie it will always come back to you.  The truth always comes out so why not just admit whatever it is. 

I believe that if I can live up to my own standards than I will be happy.  I am not trying to please everyone or anyone except myself.  If I can lead a happy life than I can be more productive and achieve goals that I desire.  What is the other choice? To be unhappy.  To me, this is not a choice.