I've heard all kinds of stories about people who have said to themselves, "maybe I'll just stay home, why make the effort, last time I went to that meeting it was dull, no one of interest was there, it's cold out, it's hot out."
They think negatively, so nothing happens.
When I was growing up I learned many things from my parents. Some things I learned by observing, some things I learned by listening, and some by what my mother told me.
One of the best things she ever told me was - "IF YOU DON'T GO OUT, NOTHING HAPPENS."
There are times when I choose to stay home. I'm tired, I don't feel well, there is a TV show I want to watch, or there's a book I want to read.
That's ok, but really nothing much happens.
And then there are times that I join some friends for dinner, for a a movie, or go to a meeting.
That's a good thing.
Sometimes there is an event that I want to go to, but no one I know is available or interested.
I go myself, and what do you know, I have a great time.
I recently went(myself) to a musical event that featured music of the 50's.
I enjoyed it immensely.
Seated next to me was a woman who had also gone to the event by herself.
We got to talking and she told me about a book club in the area that she attends and told me where and when this group meets.
I marked my calendar!
There have been other occasions when I got to talk to people, learned about them, and what they enjoy doing.
Sometimes it's something I'd like to do too.
I'm not a gambler, but sometimes it's good to take a chance and try something new.
Now that I've told you about my mother's most impressive saying, I want to tell you what my favorite saying is to myself at this time in my life.
LIFE IS TOO SHORT TO BE LITTLE!