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thank you for the Hi :)
Hi everyone. Here's a discussion for us all just to log on and say hi from time to time...so "Hi!'. Hope you all create a fantastic day.
Sioban xx
Hi Mbali. Thank you for the lovely opportunity to own such a beautiful, meaningful necklace. My gift for the day is that I wish for someone else to win the necklace - though I would also love to wear it. I would love for you to personally make me ...
Someone said that those who kick your but are simply pushing you forward (it also appears the bigger the kick the bigger move forward). I have been is a similar situation with several bosses, and now I look back and tell them ( only in my imaginat...
Hi Elizabeth,
Thank you for your comforting message. It helps to hear that this happens to others - not in a sadistic way but in a relatable way. I am trying my best to just let it go, but as yet am not able to. I not dwelling on it either though....
Dear Liz
Thanks so much for your response. Yes your words do take the sting out of what happened a little. Funny that it was just today that she decided to finally(!) respond to an email I have sent regarding issues that need sorting (eg I am sti...
Hi Sioban,
I have experienced exactly what you have experienced. You can read my life story here: http://www.tenacioustitans.com Anyway, it is quite normal to get close to the people that you work with. The lesson that I have learned is simply: i...
hi sioban,
i'm sorry this happened to you.
is it possible that this is more about her than you? what i mean by that is that your old boss was too weak or for whatever reason couldn't/wouldn't take responsibility for her actions (her project runn...
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- i'm currently really trying to improve the quality of my life. i enjoy helping others.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- the funds for a community centre for where I can offer my psychological services for free
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- a contact through an online meetup (meetup.com)
- About me:
- i live in brisbane, queensland, australia. i'm currently discovering mindfulness - wow! i am a mum and wife. i have studied psychology. i enjoy nature. i am looking to meet new people who are also on a spiritual journey.
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
- yes
Sioban's Blog
Starting 29 days again.
Hmmm...I have decided to start 29 Days again. I had previously started but it faded out after about 2-3weeks. Life happened. I want to get back into focusing on the 'gives' and 'receives' in my everyday life. My husband and I have also made a pact to be less negative - especially about other people. I officially started again yesterday donating a can of dog food to the local animal shelter. Today I have given my young son some special time playing trains with him. I think tomorrow I will give my… Continue
Posted on January 26, 2009 at 2:07pm — 3 Comments
And so it began...
Well...this is one interesting challenge! I signed up yesterday for the 29 day giving challenge. I will inform you in a moment of the events that transpired after I signed up. But first, my gift for the day...
Today was my first official day. For my first gift I gave the gift of hope which may (?!?) lead to the gift of life. Recently I returned to Australia from living in Thailand for 5 months. Whilst in Thailand I joined a playgroup to meet other mums and so that my young son could socialise w… Continue
Today was my first official day. For my first gift I gave the gift of hope which may (?!?) lead to the gift of life. Recently I returned to Australia from living in Thailand for 5 months. Whilst in Thailand I joined a playgroup to meet other mums and so that my young son could socialise w… Continue
Posted on September 24, 2008 at 1:54am — 4 Comments
Comment Wall (13 comments)
- At 10:02am on January 9, 2009,
sharon said… 
- At 5:17am on November 4, 2008,
Peter said… - Hi Sioban,
How have ou been, well I hope.
namaste
Peter
- At 3:58am on October 26, 2008,
Lyz said… - Hi Sioban...How are you? How is Australia? I always wanted to go there...maybe one day.
- At 10:45pm on October 22, 2008,
Tiara Shafiq said… - Another Brisbanite! :D
- At 9:09am on September 24, 2008,
sharon said…
- I love your pic, beautiful, I love the little guy, he must be blogging!
-s
- At 7:06pm on September 23, 2008,
Shawna said… - Thank you for the compliment!
- At 6:31am on September 23, 2008,
Shawna said…
- Sioban, I find that a surprising amount if not all of life can be a spiritual journey. It amazes me that there continues to be experiences to be had and lessons to learn. Welcome! In joy, Shawna
- At 9:41pm on September 22, 2008,
sharon said…
- Hey Sioban!
Welcome from the US! I am sharon and from the town of Woodstock, Ga just about 20 minutes north of Atlanta.
I am on the 4th round of 29 days and having the time of my life. The challenge has become a wonderful way for me to be MINDFUL, funny you should use that word, cause I do all the time explaining how this works for me!
I give every day, had to get a habit of giving, took a few weeks, then had to make a habit of blogging, took less time. I realized quickly that the whole thing was being mindful of what goes out, and what comes back. Writing EVERY night made me look at how I was changing my focus to the wonderful things I was doing, and how wonderful people were treating me! I found out I give all the time, smiles, hugs, breaks in traffic, time, love, compliments, and then I can up it a level by giving things I do not need, up it again, by giving things I don't want to give away! Sometimes I buy things to make jewelry, and give it away, I LOVE that, people do too. Anyway, so much to do here, rad some front page discussions, some blogs, make friends, comment to folks, get involved in a group in your area where you can meet local givers, I started one here, we have about 12 members now, and are meeting for coffee Saturday! Big day! Stay in touch, ask if you need any help, I will get answers, if I do not have them!.
-sharon
- At 7:03pm on September 22, 2008,
Stacey S. said… - Yeah i am on my second round and i am still excited!
- At 5:51pm on September 22, 2008,
Stacey S. said…
- Welcome! so glad you are taking this journey of giving!
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