When was the last time you smiled at a stranger?
When was the last time you really enjoyed a good meal?
When was the last time you did absolutely nothing all day and didn't feel guilty about it?
When was the last time you did something special for yourself?
When was the last time you anonymously did something nice for someone else?
When was the last time you listened without interrupting?
When was the last time you picked up the phone without looking at the caller-id?
When was the last time you took a bath without any interruptions?
When was the last time you made a child feel special?
When was the last time you paid your bills on time?
When was the last time you forgave someone?
When was the last time you confronted someone who hurt you?
When was the last time you said "I'm sorry" and meant it?
When was the last time you had gratitude?
When was the last time you liked what you saw in the mirror?
When was the last time you prayed with conviction?
When was the last time you stood up for yourself?
When was the last time you paid someone a genuine compliment?
When was the last time you avoided gossip?
When was the last time you were happy with your weight/hair/skin/clothes/job?
When was the last time you hugged your child?
When was the last time you told someone you love them?
When was the last time you silenced your inner critic?
When was the last time you focused on your strengths instead of your weaknesses?
When was the last time you did something you love?
When was the last time you took a nap in the afternoon?
When was the last time you shared in someone else's success?
When was the last time you patted yourself on the back?
When was the last time you took care of yourself?
When was the last time you had a complete physical?
When was the last time you went to the dentist?
When was the last time you took a day off from work?
When was the last time you felt satisfied with your life?
Marie Magdala Roker is a Personal Development Coach an Author of Successful Thinking for a Successful Life: How to Banish the Unhealthy Thoughts and Habits That Limit Your Success. Her Successful Thinking? Program is an affordable coaching resource that offers support and encouragement when there are roadblocks to success. You can find out more about the program at http://www.thinkandbesuccessful.com or sign up for her free Be Inspired newsletter at http://www.smartbeecoaching.com
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