Trying too hard

4 Signs That You Are Trying Too Hard In A Relationship

People who earn the most respect don't chase it – they simply stay true to themselves. Genuine sincerity and humility effortlessly attract admiration from those around them. True respect comes from actions, not trying too hard, making it more meaningful in all relationships and interactions.

(Fabricut Justina Blakeney Fabrics) Effortless and fun is always a great feeling. There's more than meets the eye to this simple room that's seemingly tossed together with ease--- a lot of creativity, skill and practice to coordinate the upholstery, the pillow sizes and textures, the fabrics. As I finish a custom office in Los Angeles that has been exacting down to the last nailhead finish on a bench, I can tell you that all that's effortless is a great big collaboration of talents and…

Desperation stinks, and people can smell it from miles away. Here are 15 signs you're trying too hard to be liked & what to do instead in order to win you real friends and attract authentic, caring partners.

It's dark because you are trying too hard. Lightly child, lightly. Learn to do everything lightly. Yes, feel lightly even though you're feeling deeply. Just lightly let things happen and lightly cope with them. So throw away your baggage and go forward. There are quicksands all about you, sucking at your feet, trying to suck you down into fear and self-pity and despair. That's why you must walk so lightly. Lightly my darling.

The Law of Reversed Effort: Understanding the Paradox of Trying Too Hard

Don't be too hard on yourself, even when things don't go according to plan appreciate the fact that you were strong enough to even try doing that to begin with.

Discover new rules for life and inspiration at ThatOneRule.com. From motivational quotes to wisdom-filled reminders. Rule #1408

“People do not change.” —No. People Do change. When they want to. When change is necessary To preserve something that they value.