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Learnings

Volume 85

Kris Burbank
Dec 23, 2022
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I’ve learned so much about myself this year, about the world around me, and about how to better support the important people in my life, including those with disabilities. I’ve shared many of these learnings through this newsletter, and I am grateful for all the learnings shared by friends and readers in return.

This issue wishes you continued learning, love and light — for yourselves, your families, for each other.

Happy holidays to all.

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I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. 

I’ve learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way they handle these three things:  a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. 

I’ve learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you’ll miss them when they’re gone from your life. 

I’ve learned that making a “living” is not the same thing as making a “life.” 

I’ve learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. 

I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back. 

I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision. 

I’ve learned that even when I have pains, I don’t have to be one.

I’ve learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone.  People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. 

I’ve learned that I still have a lot to learn. 

I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. 

—Maya Angelou


What have you learned this year? What do you want to learn in 2023? How can this newsletter help?

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Amy Clawson
Dec 26, 2022

I love this, Kris. Thank you for sharing such an important message of learning, life and love in the world.

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John DEBENEDETTE
Dec 23, 2022

I needed a dose of Maya Angelou today. Thanks Kris for all the newsletters past and future!

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