When I survey life’s majesty: the birds, the bees, and the African Tulip trees… And when I survey life’s characters: the Abdullas, the Lilis, and the Kaylas… And when I consider life’s tribulations: the setbacks, the losses, the fear… And when I consider life’s abundance, its glories, its order… And when I… actually, I could go on forever… literally. Do you know what shocks me the very most, Patricia Bokowski? How real it all seems. Whoa… The Universe / “The Frog’s Den Digest!” / www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
Hi All,
So, it’s been like forever since I’ve done a blog.
Sorry about that.
Life has been crazy busy these last few months.
Plus.
I moved.
And for anyone who has moved recently.
It’s extremely stressful.
And, takes a lot out of you.
That, on top of keeping up with my business.
Doesn’t leave a lot of free time.
But, here I am.
The Frog’s Den Digest!
So I thought for today’s blog.
I’d share some of my favorite.
Motivational/Inspirational Quotes.
Because.
I think we can all use some.
Inspiration/Motivation.
With everything going on in the world.
God knows.
It can’t hurt!
And, for those that celebrate.
Happy Easter!
“The dream is free. The hustle is sold separately.” – Tyrese Gibson
“Smile. Happiness looks gorgeous on you.” – NineFrogs
“When you’re feeling down, just take a moment and remember who the f*ck you are. Nobody can play you. You’re great. You’re strong. You’re resilient. You’re the sh*t.” – F*ckology
“Challenges are what make life interesting, and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.” – Joshua J. Marine
“The unexpected is usually what brings the unbelievable.” – NineFrogs
“If you don’t have a seat at the table you’re probably on the menu.” – NineFrogs
“Dreams are how we figure out where we want to go. LIFE is how we get there.” – Kermit the Frog
“Your spirit is what keeps you going, your attitude is how you show it to the world!” – Patricia D. Bokowski
“Become the chess player, stop being the chess piece.” – Tony Robbins
“Excuse me, but I would like to tell you in the strictest of confidence that there’s a massive conspiracy playing out to help you go where you’ve never gone before. That’s all I can tell you.” – The Universe
And lastly, my favorite quote of all time:
“Never give in. Never give in. Never, never, never, never – in nothing, great or small, large or petty – never give in, except to convictions of honour and good sense. Never yield to force; never yield to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy.” – Winston Churchill
Have you heard?
I’m writing a book!
Titled: “How One Landscaping Bill Changed Everything!”
Anticipated release date: Summer 2022!
I cannot wait for you guys to read it!
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
Lastly, don’t forget to follow NineFrogs on TikTok & YouTube – The Frog’s Den – Subscribe to my YouTube Channel and follow me on TikTok!
That’s a wrap!
Talk soon,
Patricia <3 always
NineFrogs ~ “People will stare. Make it worth their while.”
Dearest Patricia Bokowski, I wish for you flowers and sunshine, gentle breezes and clear skies, calm seas and rainbows. But, perhaps most of all, I wish for you the glorious breadth of experiences you are now poised to receive, so that these tidbits are mere icing on the cake of a life that’s rich in adventure.
I know what is going to happen next in your life.
Happy tears, The Universe / “I don’t know what I’m doing?” / www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
When you can be happy “without,” Patricia Bokowski, it gets easier to bring it about. Care less, The Universe / “I could care less!” / www.tut.com Yes, care Patricia Bokowski, care a lot, but not so much that even an ounce of your happiness might hang in the balance.
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
I could care less!
That’s right.
Seriously!
I could care less!
That’s how I feel.
Today.
Not tomorrow.
See.
I notice things.
Things like.
There are far too many unhappy people out there.
Don’t believe me?
Next time you’re out and about.
Start noticing.
I see it every time I go to 7-11.
People who have given up.
You can see it in their faces ;-(
So, the next time someone says to you:
I could care less!
It actually means, I care a lot!
EXACTLY!
Here’s something you need to understand:
Stop waiting for life to be perfect to be happy! 👈👈👈
Because THAT my friends is never going to happen!
Just look at Hollywood.
All those adorable couples.
That we all thought were SO HAPPY!
We all thought they had it made!
Who knew?
Yet another example.
That money doesn’t make you happy!
Get happy!
We need to normalize.
The fact.
That you can be happy.
And not have your sh*t together.
Seriously.
I hear so many people.
With so many excuses.
How NOT to be happy.
Like, “Patti, with what’s going on in the world.
How can I be happy?”
I’ve said this many times before.
The world has always had sh*t happening.
Just look at history.
Do you think your great-grandparents weren’t happy?
Please!
And.
Here’s a little nugget on the benefits of being happy.
It makes you think better!
Yes!
Absolutely true!
It’s extremely hard to think “better” when you’re unhappy.
Don’t believe me?
Next time you aren’t happy.
Try solving a problem, successfully.
Absolute proven fact.
Ok.
Maybe not a proven scientific fact.
But, you get my point!
When you are happy.
You absolutely “think” better!
Which puts you.
In a much better situation.
To solve any problems that come your way.
So.
The benefits of being ‘happy’ .
Far out way, NOT being happy!
So, choose happiness.
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
Want to be really happy?
Take risks.
Push yourself.
Come out of your comfort zone.
See what you’re made of!
If it works out YOU WON👈👈👈
And if it doesn’t, you learned a lesson!
Another reason so many are so unhappy.
They keep doing the same sh*t.
Day in.
And.
Day out.
So.
Be creative.
Try something new!
And.
Get happy!
Here’s the thing you need to know.
All roads that lead to happiness.
May not look like the road you thought?
Which again.
Is why you need to take chances.
Ever meet someone new.
And you click immediately!
Yet, you say to yourself.
This person is so NOT my type.
Guess what?
Give it a try.
Because you never know.
Or.
Ever offered a great opportunity?
Something you never would have thought of?
And yet.
It is brought to you.
On a whim.
And you are unsure if you should take it?
Take it👈👈👈
If there is a slight bit of chance it’s going to make you happy.
Choose it!
And.
Get happy!
Want to be happy?
Smile 🙂
Yes!
You knew I was going to say it 🙂
See.
Every person you see today.
Give ’em a big ole smile.
Whether you feel like it or not!👈👈👈
And I don’t care if you have to fake it.
Do it anyway.
The sheer act of smiling.
Will make you happy(ier).
Because.
Once you see everyone smiling back.
It will make you happy.
It’s like a whole catch 22 thing going on.
Get happy!
Remember how Robin Williams.
Made us laugh.
And not just a little.
He made us laugh ALOT!
Why?
Because he knew.
He knew how it felt NOT to not be happy.
Because.
Little did we know.
He was fighting his own demons.
But that didn’t stop him.
He put everything in his power to entertain us.
And he did it so beautifully.
A perfect example.
Of how you can be happy.
Even when your life.
Isn’t perfect!
Get happy!
I’ve told this story before.
I call it my deli story.👈👈👈
It was a hot summer day.
And I went to get some cold cuts.
At the deli counter of my local grocery store.
I recognized the guy behind the counter.
And gave him a little smile 😉
He looked at me like his dog had died.
He looked REALLY sad ;-(
I asked him how his day was going.
And he answered ‘miserable.’
Me being me.
I was like.
I have to get this guy smiling 🙂
So, I gave him my order.
And then we got to talking:
Him: What can I get you?
Me: Half pound of American Cheese please?
Him: What kind, Boars Head or the one on sale?
Me: Well, I don’t know, you’re the expert here, you pick 😉
Him: (He started to crack a little smile), you’re right, I am the expert here…
By the time he was done with my order.
He was smiling.
As I was about to walk away.
I said to him:
“I hope the rest of your day gets better”.
He looked at me and said:
‘it already is”.
That’s what I’m talking about👈👈👈
And guess what?
We both were smiling!
Get happy!
Little Buddha
YOU HAVE THE POWER!
So many people forget that.
You have the power.
If someone is being a negative-nelly to you.
Have them removed.
If there is a situation that bothers you.
Fix it.
Or.
Get out of it.
There is no one.
Or.
No thing.
Worth your happiness.
Not EVEN MONEY!
Yeah.
That’s a BIG one.
I read this recently:
“If you are driving your Mercedes to a job you hate.“
YOU LOST!
I’m pretty sure Gary Vee said that.
Remember.
Money does not equal happiness.
Get happy!
And.
I’m going to say it.
One more time!
Do not put the keys to your happiness in someone else’s pocket.
So important!
Because.
We’ve all been there.
And if your like me.
You learned the hard way.
The really hard way.
Which is why I say.
Never again.
Don’t do it!
Get happy!
I could care less!
Have you heard?
I’m writing a book!
My first.
Anticipated Release Date: Spring/Summer 2022!
I cannot wait for you guys to read it!
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
Lastly, make sure you follow NineFrogs on TikTok & YouTube – The Frog’s Den – New videos up now on TikTok & YouTube!
That’s a wrap.
Talk soon,
Patricia <3 always
NineFrogs ~ People will stare. Make it worth their while!
By all means, Patricia Bokowski, seek to change the things you don’t like and to attract the things you do, just don’t put off you! / Change is coming! / www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” –NineFrogs
Change is coming!
Sooner than you think.
Sooner than you care for.
That’s how ‘change’ works.
Most people are afraid of change.
But.
See.
You shouldn’t be.
Most times.
Change is a good thing.
You just don’t look at it like that.
Like in the book.
“Who moved my cheese?”
You can’t let yourself.
Get stagnant.
You need to always be ready.
Because.
Change is coming!
As I’ve said many times.
Starting my own business.
Was THE best decision I ever made for MYSELF.
It has given me purpose.
It has given me passion.
And.
It has given me a reason to get up every morning.
It motivates me every second of every day.
EVERYTHING.
And I mean.
EVERYTHING I do is somehow connected to my business.
That’s what you call living your live with purpose!
When you understand, Patricia Bokowski, that what most people really, really want is simply to feel good about themselves, and when you realize that with just a few well-chosen words you can help virtually anyone on the planet instantly achieve this, you begin to realize just how simple life is, how powerful you are, and that love is the key. Fly little bird, The Universe / “Is love the answer?” / www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
Is love the answer?
I’m sorry.
What was the question?
And.
Can love get you happy?
Simple.
If you can manage to.
Think your way to happiness!
How do you do that you ask?
Well.
There are a million and one ways to feel good.
But, to start off with.
And I tell this to everyone.
“If you want to soar, get rid of everything that weighs you down”.
And.
Everything includes:
People.
Situations.
Relationships.
Jobs.
Where you live.
You name it.
If it doesn’t make you feel good.
It has to go.
Think like a bird.
You can go wherever you want.
And be with whoever you want!
I don’t think most people realize.
The clock is ticking.
Ticking away all your dreams and aspirations.
So.
All those.
“I’ll do it tomorrow.”
Or.
“I’ll get to it ‘someday’.
Might be ‘someday’.
Too late.
Stop putting off what you can start today!
This is your ONE life.
Or at least.
Your one life as you here, now.
Who knows who you will be next time?
You only have a minute!
Somedays it feels that way.
A minute to do this, that or the other thing.
The point being.
Time is marching on.
The question is.
Are you marching with it?
So for today’s blog.
I’m sharing some uplifting quotes.
To remind you to get moving!
Moving in the direction.
Of all those dreams.
You have rattling around in your head.
All those.
Yeah, I’ll get to that tomorrow.
Kind of dreams.
Remember:
You only have a minute!
“Don’t stop when you’re tired.
Stop when you’re done!”
Kermit the Frog 🐸🐸🐸
“Act as if what you do makes a difference.
It DOES!”
William James
“Push yourself because no one else is going to do it for you!”
Kermit the Frog
“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking for permission.” – Kermit the Frog 🐸🐸🐸
“I’m not HEARTLESS, I just learned to use my heart less.” – Kermit the Frog
“You must be willing to give up all the things that weigh you down if you want to soar.”
– Kermit the Frog 🐸🐸🐸
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“I could give up shopping, but I‘m not a quitter.” – Patricia D. Bokowski – NineFrogs
My Lotus Tattoo
“Be like the Lotus; trust in the light, grow through the dirt, and believe in new beginnings.”
Kermit the Frog
“Quit waiting for everything to be perfect to start. Just START.” – Kermit the Frog
The lions and tigers and bears of time and space, Patricia Bokowski, are really the angels and fairies and unicorns that followed you here, in disguise, from world’s beyond, agreeing to poke, unnerve, and awaken you should you ever begin to forget that you’re making it all up… your life, that is. Now that’s love – The Universe / “Google it!” / www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski / CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking for permission!” – NineFrogs
“Never give in, never give in, never, never, never, never – in nothing, great or small, large or petty – never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense. Never yield to force; never yield to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy.” – Winston Churchill / How can I be GREAT? /
“If you want to achieve success, stop asking for permission.” – NineFrogs
Short, but super-important, blog today!
And.
A quick reminder!
Three things you can do today, to get you on the road to GREATNESS!
Which will lead to a better day.
Week.
Month.
Year.
LIFE!
And bonus points.
They are all free.
FREE!
No course to take.
No book to read.
No download.
No.
All free.
All to help you.
How to be GREAT!
People who are the path to greatness.
Don’t try and take the easy way out.
They don’t skip steps they know they need to take.
No.
If you are on your path to greatness.
Be prepared.
Prepared to do whatever it takes.
The steps I am showing you today.
Seem so simple.
Yet, I can’t even begin to tell you.
How few people actually do them.
How to be GREAT!
SMILE – Like you mean it!
Yes.
You have all heard this one before.
But so few of you are doing it.
When you wake up tomorrow.
Make it a point to smile to whoever crosses your path.
Your significant other, or, whoever you live with, even if it’s your cat.
The cashier at the coffee shop, your co-workers, you get the idea.
Even if you aren’t feeling it, do it anyway.
Did you even see a picture of Oprah, not smiling?
Or, Warren Buffer or Bill Gates?
Yeah, not too often.
How to be GREAT!
MAKE EYE CONTACT – that’s right.
With every person you speak with.
Look them in the eye.
This is so important for your relationships with others.
It let’s people know you are really listening to them.
Making eye contact is super important.
It is another tool in your toolbox.
On your road to being great!
How to be GREAT!
DRESS YOUR BEST – everyday, all day!
If you wear a uniform every day for your job.
Make sure you look lit every time you wear it!
If you don’t wear a uniform and can wear what you want.
Pick outfits that make you look amazing.
Style your hair nicely.
Put on some good cologne/perfume.
If you wear makeup, don’t overdo it.
If you don’t wear makeup, put on some lipgloss.
The point it, you really want to shine.
You know what Mark Zuckenberg wears everyday?
A t-shirt and jeans?
Do you know what Tom Ford wears everyday?
A black suit, white shirt and black tie.
It’s not so much WHAT you wear.
But, how you wear it.
You get the idea.
As I said.
These are just a few things.
To help you along.
On your path to greatness.
HINT:
You don’t get there overnight.
It’s a process.
Like a lot of other things.
It takes a a lot of work.
A lot of determination.
A lot of taking risks.
A lot of doing things that others won’t.
But, you’re not other people right?
You don’t think like others?
I know I don’t.
And that’s ok.
How to be GREAT!
Lastly, make sure you follow NineFrogs on TikTok & YouTube – The Frog’s Den – New videos coming soon!
That’s a wrap!
Talk soon,
Patricia <3 always
NineFrogs ~ People will stare. Make it worth their while!
For every unexpected bump, turn, or squiggle on the path of life, Patricia Bokowski, you have two choices: Accept it as if you yourself had meticulously planned it to take you even higher into the light, while being watched by 10,000 cheering angels who love you so much, you’re all they ever sing about. Or, accept it, kicking and screaming, as if it were some freak accident that had befallen you by chance that might keep you from knowing happiness. I know which I would choose, The Universe / “Love you!” / www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions” – NineFrogs
Love you!
Because.
You never get tired.
Of hearing that.
That’s the thing about life.
All the choices!
And.
Now that Summer 2021 is finally upon us.
You can start planning.
And as we all know.
Summer goes by in the blink of an eye.
So today.
I am sharing.
My list of things-to-do this Summer.
But.
This is NOT your ordinary to-do list.
No.
This isn’t a list of restaurants I think you should go.
Or famous attractions you should visit.
No.
This is a list JUST FOR YOU.
A list to enrich your soul.
Which, by the way.
I figure we can all use.
After the last year and half we’ve all had.
Read it.
Then, pick the things that really resonate with you.
Happy Summer!
Be Happy!
After the events of the last year and a half.
It’s time to be happy again.
Even if things aren’t perfect.
Even if we aren’t back to ‘normal’.
You still deserve to be happy.
So if you put that one on the back burner.
Now is the time to bring it forward.
And, while you are at it.
Let your happiness shine out of your face.
Like the brilliant creature that you are!
Plan a trip (even if it’s for a day).
Now is the time to get out of your place.
And go on an adventure.
Even if it’s only one town over.
Think of a place you haven’t been to in a while.
So, whether you hop on a plane.
Train.
Or automobile.
Get yourself out there.
And take yourself on an adventure.
For me it’s Montauk.
I haven’t been there in forever.
And it’s one of my favorite places on earth.
I think it’s absolutely wonderful out there!
So, I’m making sure I get out there this Summer.
Connect with Mother Nature!
She is AMAZING!
Whether you dip your toes in the sand.
Or, walk barefoot in the park.
There is nothing more soothing to the soul.
Than connecting with Mother Nature.
Whether it’s sand, grass or dirt.
There is nothing better to brighten your soul.
Than connecting with Mother Earth.
As my friend Helene says when she has a problem.
“Whether you are planting flowers.
Or, pulling weeds.
Mother Nature knows just what you need!
Bonus points if you live near the oceans.
If so, sit on the beach, toes in the sand.
And breathe in the salt water air.
Have fun (work will always be there).
Seriously.
You’re allowed to have some fun and not work 24/7.
I should talk 🙂
I’m doing it.
Making time to have fun again.
Going out.
Meeting up with friends.
Doing things I’ve been wanting to do.
And it’s Summer no less.
So now is the time to be FABULOUS!
Smile 🙂
Yes!
Dare I say it.
But you already know I would.
Because I just about have smiling on every list I make.
Yes. SMILE 🙂
We can all see each other’s faces again.
So, make sure you have a big, brilliant and amazing smile on yours!
Seriously.
Because, there are still so many who can’t seem to find theirs.
So, you owe it to everyone around you.
To share yours with them!
Reconnect with Family & Friends!
A lot of us haven’t seen some family and friends for quite some time now.
I just saw my brother and sister-in-law last weekend at a family wedding.
And I can’t tell you how good it felt to be around family and friends again.
Like, we were dancing!
Like, how it used to be.
Which is kind of weird even saying?
So, plan some get-togethers with people you haven’t seen in a while.
I know I want to reconnect with a lot of people I haven’t seen in a bit.
And I know it will be amazing!
Eat good food and drink more water.
Yes.
Because you deserve to feel FABULOUS!
And how do you get to feel fabulous?
By eating good food.
By drinking more water.
And, by moving your body.
We’ve all been stuck home for a long time.
Now is the time to get out and stretch your legs (so to say).
Seriously.
You don’t have to join a gym.
Or, sign-up for tennis lessons.
Just get out and move.
On your way to both feeling and looking AMAZING!
Do something you’ve always wanted to do!
Seriously.
Do something that’s been on your to-do list.
Only.
You’ve never actually done it.
Maybe you didn’t have the time.
Maybe, you weren’t sure you had the skills.
Maybe it is something that scares you.
(If that’s the case, you should DEFINITELY DO IT).
As for me.
I’m doing two things.
I am relaunching my TikTok.
And.
I am writing a book.
Titled: “How One Landscaping Bill Changed Everything!”
Anticipated release date: 2.2.2022!
I cannot wait for you guys to read it!
www.howonelandscapingbillchangedeverything.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder -NineFrogs
Both are a little terrifying tbh.
And thrilling as well.
But.
I am doing them anyway.
As both have been on my to-do list for some time now.
And I am ready!
Life is all about!
Remember that.
In this crazy world.
Where there seems to be a lot of chaos.
Look beyond.
And don’t get caught up in it.
Don’t let it suck you in.
And that goes for people too.
Don’t get sucked into other people’s drama.
Let me remind you.
Because YOU.
Too brilliant and wonderful to be sucked into anyone else’s drama.
If you want to shine bright (which you do).
You need to be the light!
And remember.
Mindset is everything.
Accept it and move on!
Life is all about!
Lastly, make sure you follow NineFrogs on TikTok & YouTube – The Frog’s Den – New videos up now on TikTok!
That’s a wrap!
Talk soon,
Patricia <3 always
NineFrogs ~ People will stare. Make it worth their while!
It was perhaps one of your greatest acts of love, Patricia Bokowski. Choosing to be alive at a time when so many live so deeply in the dark. And already things are looking brighter. All bow, The Universe / “A need to love!” / www.tut.com
“Stop worrying about how will it happen and start believing it will.” – The Universe
A need to love!
Forget what your mother told you.
And don’t listen to those fashion magazines either.
You wear what YOU want.
And, I don’t care how old you are.
I mean.
People.
Have you seen what people are wearing out there?
I mean.
It’s no wonder there are so many unhappy people.
I firmly believe you cannot find your happiness.
If you don’t like what you see in the mirror.
And you certainly can’t fulfil those dreams of yours.
“You just do it. You force yourself to get up. You force yourself to put one foot in front of the other, and God damn it, you refuse to let it get to you. You fight. You cry. You curse. Then you go about the business of living. That’s how I’ve done it. There’s no other way.” – Elizabeth Taylor / Where do we go from here?
“I don’t know how I’m going to win. I just know I’m not going to lose.” – Gokham Saki
Where do we go from here?
Simple?
Anywhere you want.
And.
Do something that you’ve never done before.
Even, if it is something as small as thinking a new thought.
As thinking new thoughts can take you to new places.
Do you know the main difference, Patricia Bokowski, between messing with the cursed hows and turning them over to me? Besides smoother, more radiant skin. No, besides more free time. No, besides more interest income. Right! More laughter! Tallyho, The Universe / “I’m ready to let go!” www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“If you want to achieve success, stop asking for permission.” – NineFrogs
I’m ready to let go!
Seriously.
How is that you say?
I say.
The answer is:
Never stop growing.
That’s where most people miss the mark.
They get to a certain age.
And figure they know everything they need to know.
So they stop learning.
And.
Stop growing.
So.
If you are trying to be the best!
The absolute BEST you can be.
Never stop growing!
So.
What is growth?
And what does it look like?
Let’s see.
Growth:
the process of increasing in physical size.
something that has grown or is growing.
Okay.
So, let’s look at the Lotus Flower as an example of growth.
The Lotus Flower.
The bud of the lotus is a symbol of growth.
The Lotus Flower itself represents awakening, potential and enlightenment.
The Lotus Flower.
One of the most beautiful flowers in the world.
Grows in muddy water.
And it takes years for it to bloom.
And once it emerges.
It has to fight through the decay of it’s surroundings.
The Lotus Flower might appear a fragile flower.
When in reality, it is one of the strongest and many would argue.
The most beautiful.
It is deeply rooted.
And anchored safely under the surface of the water.
It is it’s tenacity that gives it it’s strength.
So, that we are clear.
You don’t need to be a Buddhist.
To understand the meaning of the Lotus Flower.
Or, appreciate her beauty.
And, just so you know.
Many of us are like the Lotus Flower.
Living in murky waters.
And some of us.
Make it out of the murky waters.
And.
Some of us don’t.
Just remember.
No matter where you are in your life.
You can always rise above.
Once the Lotus Flower finally emerges from the murky waters.
“If it was easy, everyone would do it!” (5.12.2021)
The question, Patricia Bokowski, that some might consider asking is, “Can others, doing what they’re now doing, no matter what their motivation, no matter what our relationship, and no matter what they decide, keep me from being all I want to be?” And the answer is always, “Not in a million years.” Whooohooo! The Universe / “If it was easy, everyone would do it!” / www.tut.com
Especially, when who you want to be, Patricia Bokowski, is as simple as “happy, huggable, and sharing your new awesome successful thriving fabulous business with the world.” That was you, right…?
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
If it was easy, everyone would do it!
Remember that!
That’s what being an entrepreneur is all about.
Choosing your own path.
Doing your own thing.
Being an authentic person.
Doing what you love.
And making a difference in the world!
When the chances are one in a million.
BE that ONE!
You know?
THE ONE!
THE one who succeeds!
The one who is crazy enough to actually make it happen!
Now.
The million dollar question?
How do I get to be that person?
You know?
The very best version of myself.
I hear that from lot’s of folks these days.
Folks that want to stop over-thinking everything they do.
And to stop.
Stop worry about how it’s going to happen.
And just believe that it will!
You know when you’re starting a big project.
And you wonder to yourself.
How is this every going to work?
Maybe it’s a new business?
A goal?
Something you’ve always wanted to do.
Only.
You couldn’t plan it out.
Stop worrying about how it’s going to work out.
And start believing it will!
Once you know your path.
If you are extremely dedicated to it.
And work at it consistently.
Then that’s all that matters.
Stop worrying about HOW it’s going to happen.
And.
Just start believing it will.
Believe with all your heart.
Knowing it’s all going to work out.
And.
Not on your timeline.
The Universe’s timeline.
ALL I want to be!
No one really knows how a lot of things are going to work out.
And yet they do.
Your job is to take action!
Stay with it.
Keep moving daily towards your end goal.
Go down every road.
Knock on every door (I write about that a lot).
Open every window.
And if one shuts.
Open another.
Knock on another door.
Be creative.
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
ALL I want to be!
And if you should encounter a block in the road.
Find another road.
And.
If you hit a brick wall.
Go over it.
Go around it.
But.
Whatever you do!
Do not let that brick wall stop you!
The wall is there to see how bad you want it.
And.
If you want it bad enough.
You’ll figure it out.
ALL I want to be!
And .
If you find you’re being told no.
More than being told yes.
Maybe you need to find new people to ask!
Someone asked me recently:
“Patti, what if I missed my opportunity?
What if I missed my train?”
And I answered.
“Then it wasn’t your train.”
Remember.
What you seek is seeking you.
Your job is to find it!
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
Stop worrying about how it’s going to happen!
The point is.
You need to keep moving in the direction of your dream.
Of all the planets, of all the countries, of all the people, Patricia Bokowski, that you could have chosen to inhabit, call home, and become… that you chose as you did could only mean one thing: Being Patricia Bokowski Bokowski, here and now, is what you most wanted when making such decisions from the absolute zenith of your divine magnificence. Yeah, you knew exactly what you were doing. Can’t fool me, The Universe / “Be the light!” / www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
“A wealthy person is simply someone who has learned how to make money when they’re not working.”
– Robert Kiyosaki
Be the light!
That’s right
In today’s world.
The last thing.
The absolute last thing that we need.
Are people.
Who bring on more darkness.
Seriously.
And what does that look like?
You might ask?
It looks like.
People being attracted to you.
Not just your looks.
But, your energy.
Your confidence.
YOU, become a beautiful butterfly.
And.
You ‘attract’ people.
Like a lightbulb to moths.
That’s how it works!
You become a magnet.
Another side affect of being the light.
Gone are the days.
Of chasing anyone or anything!
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking for permission!” – NineFrogs
Who do you want to be?
Because!
You can be anyone you want.
As long as you are willing.
To work for it.
And, how do you do that.
You might as?
Work.
Research.
Taking action.
By reading.
Everything you can.
Learning everything you can.
And realizing.
Both are a life-long commitment.
Did you watch Breaking Bad when it was on TV?
I know, I loved it!
I was a faithful watcher every week.
I couldn’t get enough of it.
But, I know there were plenty of people.
Who didn’t watch it.
Could have cared less about it.
Granted, it wasn’t a show for everyone.
But for those of us who it was for.
WE absolutely f’ing LOVED it <3
It goes the same with people.
Everybody may not love you (or me).
And that’s okay.
(because we are not vanilla).
But.
The people who do love us.
Adore us!
That’s your magic.
Shining your light.
Standing out.
And standing up.
For what you believe in.
Doing your thing.
In your light.
In your space.
Being EXACTLY.
Who you want to be!
Yeah.
Like that.
How beautiful is that?
So.
Who do you want to be?
And.
What are you going to do about it?
Because.
Now is the time!
To level up.
And.
Take risks.
Business tip:
“You don’t have to be great to start.
But you have to start to be great!”👈👈👈
Truth!
Here’s something I want you to know.
Don’t get caught in the trap.
The trap.
Where so many.
Stop shining their light.
That’s one of the traps in life.
Especially the older you get.
People water themselves down.
When really.
You should be giving it a voice.👈👈👈
Give it a platform.
Sharing your thoughts.
Be you.
Telling your story.
Business tip:
“Don’t try to fit into someone else’s box.
Create your own.” – Life_mystified
On this journey.
To being the best version of yourself.
Of being who you want to be.
Yes, have a plan of course.
Or a dream or goal.
Whatever you want to call it.
Just be open to opportunities.
That come along the way.
Something that you think.
Can’t possibly be a good thing.
Might turn out to be the best thing!
Business tip:
“Leveling up takes isolation, separation and extreme focus.” – NineFrogs 🐸🐸🐸
Dr. Seuss got it right!
“Why fit in when you were born to stand out!”
You are uniquely you.
Flaunt it.
Show the world who you are!
Especially when it comes to business.
You need to learn to stand out from the crowd!
Business tip:
“You will never influence the world by being just like it.” – NineFrogs 🐸🐸🐸
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
The longer I am in business.
The more I have learned.
You try and be nice.
And then you get burned.
I’m sure I’m not alone here.
Certain people will push the boundaries.
To see what they can get away with.
And then when you push back.
They get offended.
Trust me.
It happens to just about everyone I know in business.
So.
Try and learn that lesson early on.
And.
It’s usually by people you are closest too!
Business tip:
“If you are trying to achieve greatness.
Stop asking for permission.” – NineFrogs 🐸🐸🐸
Here’s the thing.
Life can be chaotic.
And people can behave badly.
Only.
You and me.
We are not obligated to put up with their bad behavior.
That’s why you have to have boundaries.
And if someone crosses those boundaries.
There has to be consequences.
Business tip:
“The Devil whispered in my ear, ‘You’re not strong enough to withstand the storm.”
Today I whispered in the Devil’s ear, “I AM the storm!”
(pretty sure that’s my next tattoo).👈👈👈
It would be an understatement.
To say.
We are living.
In weird, and unprecedented times.
Trying to make sense.
In a world that many times.
Doesn’t make sense.
As far as I can see.
All you can do.
Is make sure.
In your little corner of the world.
It does.
And make it magical.
Business tip:
“We cannot become what we want by remaining who we are.” – NineFrogs 🐸🐸🐸
Whenever I see or hear people complaining.
That’s the first thing I think of.
The second is.
How unhappy they must be!
If you want to change things.
Then work on changing them.
If you cannot change them.
Accept them and move on.
Business tip:
“If you’re not helping to make it right, then stop complaining about it being wrong.” – Anonymous
That’s the thing about business.
You never really know when something is going to hit?
Who would have thought a show about chess would be such a hit?
Did you see it?
It was one of the BEST shows I’ve ever seen!
And look what it’s done for Netflix👈👈👈
Business tip:
“What if it all works out even better than you imagined?” – NineFrogs 🐸🐸🐸
Business tip:
“If the people in your circle aren’t clapping for you. You need a new circle.” – NineFrogs
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“That’s how you keep your power and your peace.” – Erica Williams Simon
I firmly believe the number one reason for so much unhappiness in this world.
Patricia Bokowski, would there be any point in giving you the gift of imagination, the freedom to think as you choose, and dreams that set your soul on fire if even a single one of them couldn’t come true? I think not. I love you too, too much. Tallyho, The Universe / “Just start!” / www.tut.com
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
Just start!
That’s my advice!
To all the people working on their dream.
Because.
As we all know.
It’s not the easiest thing to do!
But.
I highly recommend.
You do it anyway!
One thing I’ve noticed over the years.
Is this.
People are way too quick to jump ship.
On their path.
To following their dreams.
And.
As I write on here often.
Of the importance of following YOUR dream.
There is a reason for that!
It’s YOUR dream.👈👈👈
Not anyone else’s.
Yours.
And yours alone!
So guard it safely!
There are so many people.
Who will dismiss YOUR dream.
Tell you that you are crazy.
Give you sh*t.
Ignore you when you talk about it.
Tell you to get a real job.
Remind you how impossible it will be to make happen.
And on and on and on.
My advice:
Don’t talk to these people about your dreams.
These people are dream-killers.
And.
You don’t need their negativity in your life!
So again.
If YOU have a dream.
That YOU want to make happen.
Do not let anyone or anything.
Get in your way.
AND.
A.
Great way to start.
Is, first off start.
Second.
Don’t talk about your dream.
To anyone who doesn’t fully support you.👈👈👈
The last thing you need is some negative Debbie downer.
Bringing you down.
And THEY WILL.
Trust me.
Been there.
Done that.
As I’ve written about many times.
When I first started my business in 2012.
I had no idea what I was doing.
I just knew I wanted to do it.
With sheer determination!
So I did it.
And I learned along the way.
That’s how it usually works.
That’s why they call it a process.
You don’t learn everything in a day.
You plant seeds everyday.
And you harvest them.
WAY down the line.
So.
You need to be in it for the long haul.
I love that one!
People LOVE telling YOU that YOU can’t do something.
Yes!
They LOVE it.
Just remember.
That’s them.
Not you!
You can do whatever you set your mind to.
True story:
Yesterday I was in a store.
And I got talking to the cashier.
She asked me why I was shopping so late.
It was around 5:00pm.
And.
Usually I’m there in the afternoon.
I told her I got caught up at home.
And that I have my own business.
(She usually sees me when I’m working
my part-time job at lunchtime).
And, yes.
I have a part-time job.
Actually.
I have two.
Anyway.
She asks me what kind of business.
And I say it’s mostly an on-line business at this point.
And she looks at me.
With this kind of eyes rolling look.
And says; “As long as it pays the bills.”
You can be sure.
I will NEVER speak to that woman.
About my business ever again.
Quite honestly.
There are literally.
Only a handful of people.
That I talk about my business with.
I don’t need anyone’s negative vibes.
Ruining my positive ones!
Here’s a little advice.
I have learned the hard way.
And I know.
It may sound a tad dramatic.
Only, it’s not.
Over the years.
Since I started my business.
I have been tested beyond measure.
Like.
BEYOND measure.
And every time.
It’s happened.
I picked myself up.
Dusted myself off.
And went right back at it.
And, if you find yourself.
In a similar position.
I highly advise you to do the same.
At the end of the day.
That’s, what it really comes down do.
You have to keep going.
Until you get where you want to be.
And then.
Once I’m you are there.
Go even further.
The point is.
NEVER stop!
This is a one-way ticket.
No getting off.
Consider this if you will?
Whatever ‘this’ is to you.
Is your gift to the world.
And, you can’t stop.
Until you’ve shared it with EVERY blessed soul on this earth!
And, here’s another thing.
Don’t wait till the time is right!
To start!
Because.
There is NEVER a good time to start.
So just start.
With what you have RIGHT now!
Wherever you are right now.
Just start.
And, if you think you don’t have enough.
Enough of whatever it is.
You think you need.
Is actually probably in your life.
It’s just.
You aren’t looking hard enough.
This whole following your dream thing.
Calls for you to be extremely creative!
I made a TikTok the other day.
It was pretty simple.
This is what I said:
“You cannot speak Butterfly language with Caterpillar people.”
See.
You just can’t!
So, my advice.
Don’t force it.
They are either Butterfly people.
Or, they aren’t.
And.
Speaking of starting.
I’ve started writing my first book.
Titled: “How One Landscaping Bill Changed Everything!”
Anticipated release date: Summer 2022!
I cannot wait for you guys to read it!
Patricia D. Bokowski / CEO – NineFrogs
Lastly, make sure you follow NineFrogs on TikTok & YouTube – The Frog’s Den – New videos up now on TikTok!
That’s a wrap!
Talk soon,
Patricia <3 always
NineFrogs ~ People will stare. Make it worth their while!
The long and short of it goes something like this… When one stops looking for the quick and easy way, Patricia Bokowski, and just deals with what’s already on their plate, the quick and easy way soon finds them. That one makes me hungry, The Universe / “I win!” / www.tut.com
“If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking for permission.” – NineFrogs
“Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing.” – Vincent T. Lombardi
Ever since I started my blog in 2015.
I have been writing about happiness.
Why?
You might ask?
Because I believe happiness.
Is so important to all of us.
And.
Because.
So many can’t find theirs.
Especially these days.
More than ever.
People need to take care.
Of their mental health.
And, unfortunately.
As far as I can see.
There are still A LOT.
Of unhappy people out there.
So.
Today we’re talking all things ‘happy’!
And when I say happy.
I don’t mean walking around all day.
With a big sh*t eating grin on all day.
Of course not.
It means.
You are in a general state of happiness.
Because.
It means.
You can look at another human bein
And share a smile.
Because, as I’ve said countless time.
The world really needs that now.
And I can’t be everywhere 🙂
SMILE
Yes, I know we’re all wearing masks.
Yes, I know it’s kind of hard to tell.
But.
Trust me.
You can tell.
True story.
This happened months ago.
Probably in the Fall.
I was sitting in my car.
In a parking lot (my son was in getting his hair cut).
I had my window open.
I see this lady pull up.
To her car with her groceries in a cart.
I look over at her.
I smile.
Because I’m sitting in my car.
So obviously, I had no mask on.
She sees me.
Kind of looks over.
And then turns away.
I’m like, ok?
I go back to scrolling on my phone.
Not thinking twice about what just happened.
All of a sudden I hear:
“Hey, look, I’m smiling.”
And there’s my lady.
No mask on.
BIG smile on her face.
I say to her: ‘you just made my day.”
She looks and me and says: “you just made mine.”
People can tell.
So, smile damnit!
DRESS YOUR BEST
I cannot emphasize this one enough.
Before you step out your door in the morning.
Take a quick look in the mirror and ask yourself.
Is this the image I want to show the world today?
Looking and feeling your best👈👈👈
Are signs of self-confidence.
And.
When you have self-confidence.
You can do things you never would have imagined!
Like pursue all those dreams you have!
MAKE EYE CONTACT
This is SO important.
Especially now.
If you are looking to build trusting relationships.
What if, Patricia Bokowski, happiness didn’t have anything to do with what you have, what you do, or even where you’re headed, and arose entirely from what you chose to think about, yet nobody knew this? And what if changing your thoughts, so that you could feel happier more often, would entirely change what you have, what you do, or even where you’re headed, yet nobody knew this either? Do you think if we told them they’d choose to think differently every single time they ever felt sad or angry or powerless? Thinking of you, Patricia Bokowski – The Universe / “Don’t be sad!” / www.tut.com
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
Don’t be sad!
Do you know why?
My belief.
Because they are so concerned.
With what other people think!
See.
The minute you stop worrying.
About what others think of you.
Is the minute you free yourself.
Of others opinions.
Remember.
What others think of you.
Is none of your business.
Anymore than what you think of others.
Is none of their business.
Personally.
I’m so busy watering my grass.
That I don’t have time, or desire, to worry about.
What anyone else is doing.
And guess what?
I’m the happiest I’ve ever been 🙂
Have you heard?
Happiness is the new luxury?
Yes.
Apparently many are looking for it.
Few are finding it?
No matter what they do.
They just can’t find it.
Which is really sad.
Of course.
Add in a pandemic.
And.
It’s the perfect storm.
So if you’re asking?
How can I find my happiness?
Just look within love, it’s there!
As I like to say:
“Shine like a beautiful MF!”
All day.
Everyday!
And don’t concern yourself with those who don’t like it.
That’s their problem not yours.
You owe it to not only yourself to shine.
But to everyone around you.
How can I find my happiness?
Look within love, look within.
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
Today I’m sharing some tips on finding your ‘happy’.
Just in case you lost yours.
WHICH, HOPEFULLY YOU HAVEN’T!
One of the quickest ways to finding your happiness.
Is to follow your passion.
I know that worked for me.
How can get happy?
Keep reading love <3
Funny story:
This happened LAST SUMMER.
I was sitting in my car in a parking lot.
My son was in getting his hair cut.
I had the window open as it was a beautiful day.
And I notice a lady pushing her cart up to her car.
Which was about five spots away from where I was parked.
I looked over at her and smiled 🙂
Obviously, I didn’t have my mask on because I was sitting in my car.
She just kind of looked over at me.
And then proceeded to put her groceries in her car.
So I was like, ok, so much for that.🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️
And continued scrolling on my phone.
A few seconds later I hear, ‘Hey”.
I look over.
And the lady has her mask off and a big smile on her face.
And then she said.
“I wanted you to know I was smiling back.”.
I looked back at her and said.
‘You just made my day.”
And she looked at me and said;
“You just made mine”.
Moral of the story.
Everyone is looking for a reason to smile 🙂
That’s where the term ‘the calm before the storm came about.”
If your life is a little crazy these days.
Just go with it.
I mean.
Do what you can.
Change what you can.
And what you can’t.
Look as if.
The Universe is coming in to clear your path.
To where you are supposed to be.
Another way to look at it.
It’s not a punishment.
It’s a blessing.
So when people ask me?
“How can I find my happiness?”
I answer back:
“What are you doing to make your soul happy?”
Because.
It’s kind of impossible to be happy.
If you are not feeding your soul on a daily basis.
Want to be happy?
Look within love, look within.
Another way that people lose their happiness.
Is by comparing themselves to others.
We’ve all heard the phrase, ‘comparison is the thief of joy”.
So, stop comparing yourself to others.
It’s a complete waste of time.
You are uniquely YOU.
And your path is for you to create.
How can I find my happiness?
Find what sets your soul on fire!
Kermit the Frog
Ok, so this is a personal one for me.
Want to feel HAPPY 🤗🤗🤗
Create your own happiness.
Surround yourself with people who make you HAPPY.
DO the things that makes you HAPPY.
Make sure your surroundings make you happy.
It’s kind of hard to be happy.
If you don’t like where you are living.
This is where decluttering comes in.
Get rid of everything that doesn’t make you happy!
Hang up some pictures that makes you happy.
How can I find my happiness?
Look within love, look within.
ALL. OF. IT.👈👈👈
If there is one thing this pandemic has shown us.
You can never tell what life will throw at you.
So, let go of all the things that weigh you down.👈👈👈
Seriously.
Think about all the things that you worry about.
You know.
Those little things that float around in your head.
Let. It. Go.
Same goes for the sh*t around your house.
Things that have just been taking up space.
It’s Summer.
Perfect time to clean👈👈👈
Get ride of everything that doesn’t make you happy.
Donate all your stuff to your favorite charity.
That alone will make you happy.
That’s what you call a win/win👈👈👈
Want to be happy?
Take a risk or two.
And please.
Don’t be afraid to take them.
Get out of your comfort zone.
That’s where the magic truly happens.
It’s like when people complain to me that their life is so boring!
I ask them what are they doing about that?
And the answer is usually “nothing”.
If you want to find happiness.
Start thinking different.
Start doing different.
Want to find your happiness?
Stop waiting for other people to give it to you!
And for the Love Of God.
DO NOT put the keys to your happiness in someone else’s pocket!
That’s like the Kiss Of Death to your happiness.
How can I find my happiness?
Look within love, look within.
Want to be happy?
Stick with the people who make you feel like sunshine!👈👈👈
You know what I mean.
If the people in your circle aren’t clapping for you when you get a win.
It’s time to find a new circle.
As Maya Angelou said: “Every storm runs out of rain.”
You just have to hang in there.
And hopefully, your happiness will return.
In summary:
I know there will be people who will read this blog.
And say, ‘sorry Patti, all that sounds great, but that doesn’t work for me’.
How many people does it take to make a million bucks, Patricia Bokowski? None. Nada. Zippo. I do it for them. Just see it done and bust-a-move, The Universe / What if I can? / www.tut.com
Contrary to popular thinking, Patricia Bokowski, I know funny. Ooh! How many people is it going to take to get you your new awesome successful thriving fabulous business?
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
What if I can?
You know.
What if you could.
Actually do those things.
Those things that you keep dreaming about.
Yes, those things
What if you actually.
Could do them!
So.
Think about it?
Do you think if you.
Set your mind to it.
You could actually do it?
Of course you could!
Because you’re pure magic!
Drake!
And yes.
I know you don’t hear that enough.
Me either.
And here’s another thing.
You don’t hear enough.
That’s right.
Here’s a little secret I’m going to share.👈👈👈
You were meant to do hard things.
Yes!
It’s just no one tells you that.
Like, no one.
That’s why.
We don’t do it.
I mean.
What stops us.
From doing the impossible?
You know.
To have that ‘thing’ inside you.
That says:
“Today’s the day!”👈👈👈
Today, I will make it happen!
I have to tell you.
It’s not an easy thing to do.
Plenty of people start.
Few finish.
Don’t be one of them!
The struggle is real!
I’ve written about this before.
The Lotus Tree.
How the Lotus Tree grows in a dirty pond.
And it takes years.
For it to actually grow out of the pond.
But, once it does grow.
It’s absolutely magnificent.
The MOST beautiful plant ever.
Only, for it to get to that place.
It had to grow through all the muck first.
It usually takes about five years.
Five years of preparation.
All those years.
And nothing is happening.
Only then.
One day.
It blooms.
Just like life!
Lot’s of preparation.
And.
Then one day.
It all comes together!
Life is either a daring adventure of nothing at all!
Being THE best you.
Doing your best work.
Making something from nothing.
That is not easy folks!
It takes sheer determination to make it happen👈👈👈
And I know.
Many are reading this.
Saying, ‘I can’t.’
Yes.
You absolutely can!
You just have to have the right mindset.
And utter belief in yourself!
That you not only CAN do it.
You DESERVE to have it happen to YOU!
No risk, no magic.👈👈👈
That says it all right there folks!
In this game of life, you also need to be willing to take risks.
Because, playing it safe.
Is not going to get you where you want to be.
Like the saying goes: “your comfort zone will kill you”.👈👈👈
My latest risk, going on TikTok.
Totally out of my comfort zone.
Just like YouTube (starting up again this week!)
And yet, I do it.
Do I have a million followers?
No.
I do not.
Last time I looked it was 120 on TikTok.
And about 22 on YouTube.
Not bad.
That’s what I’m talking about.
You have to be willing to take risks.
And fall flat on your face.
Because, if that does happen.
And it’s happened to me several times over the years.
Then guess what?
Now you know what NOT to do.
Or, how you can do it better?
Kermit the Frog 🐸🐸🐸
That’s really what it comes down to.
NOT giving up.
And you will want to.
Trust me.
You will have days where you will say to yourself, ‘I’m done’.
Only.
On those days.
You have to dig deep.
And remember your WHY👈👈👈
And keep reminding yourself:
I can do it!
Ancient Chinese Proverb
I cannot stress enough this statement ☝☝☝
Fall down.
Make mistakes.
Have a good cry if you want (you will, trust me).
Take a break if you need to.
Then, get back to it.
There’s a great Tom Hank’s quote:
“If it wasn’t hard, everyone would do it.
It’s the hard that makes it great!”👈👈👈
And oh so true.
Because let me tell you.
This sh*it is HARD!
But.
We were never taught that.
Most of us.
That’s why so many give up.
When it gets HARD!
Only.
When it gets hard.
Is EXACTLY when we need to keep at it.
Be creative.
Try something new.
And, just keep telling yourself:
I can do it!
How courageous would you say you are?
I have to say.
On a personal note.
I never knew I could be this courageous.
Seriously.
Like.
What I’m trying to accomplish.
It takes a lot of hard work and dedication.
So.
The way I look at it.
You have to ask yourself.
How bad do you want it?
And if you want it bad enough.
You’ll figure out a way.
I mean.
That’s what all the other successful people did.
They figured out what worked for them to be successful!
You know, Patricia Bokowski, possessing fabulous wealth creates a lot of responsibilities. Enormous responsibilities. HUGE. Something to think about. Really. Like, for 5 minutes a day in a dark and quiet room, see yourself being really, really responsible with fabulous wealth. I think you’re up to it, The Universe / “Dear Joe!” / www.tut.com
Think about… who you might take birding in Nepal, Patricia Bokowski. Are there any endangered species you’d like to buy habitat for? Any public companies you’d like to politely take over?
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking permission.” – NineFrogs
Just wanted to share a quick message here!
Has this been happening to anyone else?
I’m at 7-11 this morning.
And I run into this woman who I see from time to time.
TBH.
I don’t know her name.
Or, who she is.
But.
She’s absolutely lovely.
And.
Always so happy to see me.
Anyway.
I see her this morning.
We chat for a couple of minutes.
And then.
As we say goodbye.
She touches my arm.
And says: these are dark times.
Now.
I realize we are living in strange times indeed.
But.
Words are powerful.👈👈👈
And.
If people keep going around talking like that.
We are not going to be doing anyone any favors!
In fact.
It’s not a wonder we have a Mental Health Crisis right now!👈👈👈
A very serious one.
It’s just, no one talks about it!
Saying ‘stay safe’, is one thing.
But.
If I hear one more person say: we are living in dark times.
Ugh.
Now is the time to be the light for those around you.
Because the world needs it more than ever now👈👈👈
We need to be nice to one another.
Cheer each other up as much as possible.
So, I’m warning you…
If you should happen to see me out and about.
Which I am everyday.
Don’t come at me with your toxic talk.
Because I’ll be having none of it!
“When you go through deep waters, I will be with you.” – Isaiah 43:2
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
Now is the time to have faith.👈👈👈👈
Whether you believe in God, Budha, The Easter Bunny or Pink Frogs…
It doesn’t matter.
What does matter in the way we encourage each other right now.
“If you ever find yourself driving down that motorway of life looking for an exit that says EASY STREET, may I remind you that that’s where you got on, following a sign that said PARADISE, THIS WAY. ROAD UNDER CONSTRUCTION. WATCH OUT FOR “LIGHT WORKERS,” FALLING DEBRIS, POTHOLES, AND SLIPPERY PATCHES. NO TURNING BACK. And you said, “Cool.” Tallyho, The Universe / “The Frog’s Den Digest!”
www.tut.com
What do you mean, “Are we there yet?” Patricia Bokowski, you’re now one of the light workers.
Patricia D. Bokowski – CEO & Founder – NineFrogs
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions!” – NineFrogs
It’s only February 3rd.
And it feels like it should be December 15th.
Time is really weird right now.
Isn’t it?
So.
Let me ask?
How’s everyone doing?
Everybody holding up okay?
Well, I sincerely hope you are good!
Still a weird time right?
So.
I’ve written a blog.
Hopefully to bring a little sunshine your way today!
If nothing else these days!
Be a shark.
And.
Not just any shark.
Be a MF BEAST of a shark.
Don’t take s*th from anyone.
Stand up for yourself.
And your family.
Because.
If you don’t.
Who will?
The Frog’s Den Digest!
Feels like a lot of people are drowning in misery these days.
That’s what I I’m reading on all my feeds.
My advice, don’t fall into the well.
Don’t fall into the rabbit hole.
Stay away from all chatter and negative talk.
Because, it does absolutely no good to you.
Or, your soul.
So, if you find yourself slipping in.
Take a step back.
Dust yourself off.
And try again tomorrow.👉👉👉
The Frog’s Den Digest!
Totally me these days!
A beautiful butterfly with bullet holes in my wings.
But I’m still flying high!
So who else is on Pinterest these days?
I have to tell you.
If you are looking for some creativity in your life?
Or, if you are looking to be inspired?
Go on Pinterest.
There are like a million different topics.
Let yourself get lost in it if you need to.
As for me, I use it for business.
But, whatever floats your boat.
Just as long as you are HAPPY👈👈👈
Because HAPPY.
Is the name of the game these days.
I call it, the new luxury!
And.
Not everyone gets it!
Herman Munster had it right.
Who remembers watching The Munster’s way back when?
But it’s true!
It’s what’s in your heart.
That’s what really matters.
Which brings us back to happiness.
And finding yours.
The quickest way to happiness.
Is to wake up every morning.
And decide to be happy 🙂
This is a huge one!
Sure, it might sound cute.
But truthfully.
YOU teach people how to treat you.
Let them treat you like a yellow starburst.
And THEY will continue to treat you like a yellow starburst.
But.
Don’t accept anything less.
Than them treating YOU like a PINK starburst.
And, watch how your world changes.
When you accept NOTHING less.
Some people will truly not know how to talk to you.
Some, won’t even look you in the face.
Because.
They know.
Trust me on this one.
Trust me when I say.
NOBODY treats me like a yellow starburst these days.
Oh no my friend.
I am truly a PINK starburst.
And if you don’t treat me as such.
Well, let’s just say.
We don’t have much to talk about then!
NineFrogs Weekly Roundup!
That’s it.
Find your own magic.
In whichever way you can these days.
Take a risk.
Do that ‘thing’ you can’t stop thinking about.
You will never regret doing something even if it doesn’t work out.
But.
You very well might regret NOT doing something you always wanted to do.👉👉👉
I speak often about taking chances in life.
But.
What about taking chances with your style?
When’s the last time you cut your hair?
Like.
Changed it entirely?
Colored cut?
Cut it big time?
And that goes for both men AND women👈👈👈
I’ve said it before.
The ‘quickest’ pick-me-up, is to change your hair!
Patricia Bokowski, can you imagine having made a difference in so many lives that people everywhere talk about you for the rest of their lives? Can you imagine truly leaving the world a better place than you found it? Can you imagine that all the angels might know your name? Patricia Bokowski, you have. It’s done. They do. My child is kicking butt in time and space – The Universe / “Wrong way!” / www.tut.com
“Stop asking people who have never been where you are going for directions.” – NineFrogs
Wrong way!
My blog on finding your path to success.
Because it’s not a straight line like so many think.
And.
The short answer is it’s hard work.
But.
It’s in all of us.
The BIG question is?
Are you ready?
To dig deep.
Go wide.
Over.
and.
Over.
Coming out of your comfort zone.👈👈👈
And.
Then.
Wondering.
Why you didn’t do it sooner?
Why?
Because.
Because you felt it was going to be too hard!
Which is why I ask again?
“If you want to achieve greatness, stop asking for permission!”
Now.
You may ask yourself?
OK.
How do I do that?
For one.
Stop comparing yourself to everyone else.
You are you.
Just work on being the BEST you that you can.
On your road to greatness.
Being genuine is huge.
And.
More importantly.
Staying true to your conviction.
Yes.
You heard me.
You have to know with all your heart where you are going.
Otherwise, any road will take you there!
Do you really want to be great?
Do you really want to move closer to your goals?
Here’s the thing then.
Concentrate on YOU👈👈👈
And ONLY you!
It’s ok to be a tad selfish now.
I know I am.
I’ve got BIG goals.
Big goals that require a lot of my time and energy.👈👈👈
I mean.
I’m building an empire.
And.
Empires don’t get made overnight.
No.
They require years of hard work and dedication.
That’s how you work on being great!
That’s it.
Not everyone gets ‘it’ you know.
That light inside you.
That’s why it’s ok to be.
Selfish.
Yes.
I know.
No one likes to hear that
But, if you want.
New Opportunities.
You have to think?
WHAT do I need to do to get me to the next step?
So?
Which row would you be in?
If you are living your life in the third row.
You are going to have a hard time getting ahead on your goals.
And how much fun are you having anyway?
Also.
Hard.
To.
Make.
A.
Great.
Impression.
On.
Anyone.
Including.
Yourself.
Living.
Life.
In.
The Third.
Row!
And then this happened.
Back to 10m+ monthly views.👈👈👈
I have been working like crazy to get back to 10m+..
My Pinterest account.
This has been one of my goals for this year.
See, that’s the thing about being entrepreneur.👈👈👈
We do lots of things and we don’t get paid a penny for doing it.
It’s all part of the process.
Part of the game.
Planting seeds.
Day after day.
Week after week.
Month after month.
Year after year.
It’s all connected.
Just worry about your garden!
And.
Let other’s take care of there’s👉👉👉
YES!👈👈👈
As in.
Block.
Unfollow.
Leave.
Turn off.
End a friendship.
End a relationship.
Move.
Get a new job!
Whatever.
Life is too short.
And you are too special👈👈👈
And.
That is yet another way.
People give away their power.
And taking steps AWAY from YOUR GREATNESS👈👈👈
I do have to say.
I love all the Motivation Quotes.
I see.
This one is one of my favorites these days.
Because.
That’s how The Universe works.
Like, the calm before the storm.
Only.
In reverse.
When the storms of like coming knocking.
Breathe.
And know.
It is The Universe’s way.
Of clearing your path.
What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?
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