The land of Shoulds
We live in a land of shoulds. This word is used very often both as advice and admonition. Some people take shoulds negatively and ignore them. They don’t like to be advised. Those who take it seriously are transformed.
There are many shoulds we are going to listen to during the course of our lives. Here is a sampler
There are also an equal or more number of shouldnts we will be subjected to
You should-
- Exercise
- Eat healthy food
- Wake up early
- Sleep early
- Be hydrated
- Eat regularly
- Be polite
- Be helpfu
- Be sincere
- Be brave and courageous
11. Be honest
12. Meditate daily
13. Network and socialise
14. Learn something new
15. Grow and mature
16. Be Generous
17. Be forgiving
18. Be cheerful
19. Be circumspect
20. Be active and agile
21. Let go
22. Be loving
23. Be kind
24. Be punctual
25. Be loyal
26. Be devoted
27. Be trustworthy
28. Be hardworking
29. Be respectful
30. Be dignified
31. Apologise
32. Be confident
33. Be humble
34. Be creative
35. Save money
36. Invest wisely
37. Spend carefully
38. Give to charity
39. Relax
40. Eat slowly
41. Articulate clearly
42. Write legibly
43. Introspect
44. Be responsible
45. Smile often
46. Control anger
47. Be innovative
48. Be hopeful
49. Be enthusiastic
50. Be spontaneous
51. Be caring
52. Be adventurous
53. Be large hearted
54. Be strong
55. Be unbiased
56. Be empathetic
57. Be thoughtful
58. Be conscientious
59. Be calm
60. Be optimistic
61. Be friendly
62. Be warm
63. Be considerate
64. Be productive
65. Be active
66. Be attentive
67. Be realistic
68. Be curious
69. Be modest
70. Be patient
71. Be resourceful
72. Be appreciative
73. Be imaginative
74. Be reasonable
75. Be authentic
76. Be determined
77. Be proactive
78. Be tolerant
79. Be flexible
80. Be passionate
81. Be persuasive
82. Be happy
83. Be compassionate
84. Be ambitious
85. Listen to me
86. Pray daily
87. Take care of your parents
88. Study hard
89. Keep learning
90. Be positive
91. Take a stand
92. Be self motivated
93. Listen to elders
94. Be careful
95. Be cautious
96. Be nice
97. Follow the scriptures
98. Cultivate good habits
99. Think healthy thoughts
100. Listen intently
101. Spend time wisely
102. Be energetic
103. Plan for retirement
104. Learn new skills
105. Desire less
106. Lose weight
107. Consult an expert
108. Discover your purpose
109. Have goals
110. Take a break
111. Follow your heart
112. Leave a legacy
113. Forget the past
114. Hope for the best
115. Prepare for the worst
116. Be in the present
117. Be mindful
118. Give more
119. Be grateful
120. Follow the rules
121. Do your best
122. Live life to the fullest
123. Be sensitive
124. Be systematic
125. Be rational
126. Be disciplined
127. Honour your word
128. Keep your promises
129. Make it big in life
