A wise man, his wise advice.

My friend and Perfumery-Guru Ron Winnegrad’s blog is a source of wisdom, goodness, and common sense. A Perfume Whisperer‘s last entry is striking in simplicity.

There are two sets of three that are simple directives for good behavior for youngsters, also absolutely for adults. The first set deals with integrity: 1. Never Lie. 2. Never Cheat. 3. Never Steal. The second set of three is how to behave when things don’t work out right: 1. Do not whine. 2. Do not complain. 3. Do not make excuses.

To expand on one’s character and integrity, the youngster and definitely the adults should follow these six suggestions: 1. Be true to yourself. 2. Help others always. 3. Make each day your masterpiece. 4. Drain knowledge from good books. 5. Make friendship a fine art. 6. Pray for guidance and give thanks for your blessings.

Never worry about results, that worry hurts the future. Being concerned about the future you figure out the future solutions. Concern leads to results. Worry leads to lost sleep. If you can’t control your emotions, your emotions will control you. When emotions run the show, you will lose.

Never try to be better than someone else, never cease trying to be the best you can be. That you have control over, not the other. Judge the quality of your success on your effort not on how you compared to others.

Always be open to learn from others. I even learn from my 7 year old neighbor. She says she would like to look like she is a teenager. Yet she has the intelligence and maturity of one in their teens. What a blessing she is to have a conversation with. She educates me.

TAKE CARE, STAY WELL, STAY HEALTHY. HAVE FAITH. THANK YOU.

As an agnostic, I asked Ron for permission to reformulate point 6:

hope always to be able to discern between right and wrong—and always with a bit of doubt, if you think to have been right.

Thank you, Ron!