The Best Advice

FOR CONTROL:
If it’s not a problem, stay out of it!
Issue a request instead of give an order.
Be first to apologize.
Learn to compromise and cooperate with others.
Learn to put others first.
Realize others may be right, and my way is not the only way.
Lead, don’t push!
Admit existence of own faults and weaknesses.
Perfectionism can cause procrastination.
Ease up on your standards for yourself and for others.
Lower standards slightly and be more realistic.
Don't expect everyone to have lists and schedules like I do.
Don't let my schedule keep me from seeing and meeting others' needs.

FOR FLEXIBILITY:
Learn to relax so you won’t become a workaholic.
Lighten up!
Take time out for family.
Schedule time off for enjoyment.

FOR PATIENCE:
Let people offer opinions without cutting them off.
Wait until advice is asked for.
Allow others to be who they are.
Don't expect everyone to produce as I do.

FOR SUPPORT:
Look for ways to validate the creativity of others.
Develop a plan of encouraging others (verbally or written).
Greet people with a warm smile.
Accept affection.
Reach out hug, touch and focus on others.
Learn to meet other's needs and appreciate their differences.
Believe in people.

FOR EMOTIONS:
Be less sensitive.
Realize life may not be quite as bad as it seems just now.
Look for the positives in life.
Be grateful for what you have.
Concentrate on truth and honesty - with yourself and others.
Don't laugh everything off.