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  Guess what... there's proof daydreaming is actually good for you. Daydreaming is looked upon
  negatively because it represents 'non-doing' in a society that emphasizes productivity.  But
  psychologists have said that daydreaming can actually boost productivity.  At their best, daydreams
  allow you "a range of possibilities which, in the hard cold light of reality, aren't possible.  Specifically,
  daydreaming helps you:
  * Relax.  Like meditation, daydreaming allows your mind to take a break, a mini-vacation in which to
     release tension and anxiety and "return" refreshed. It's also very useful for controlling anxiety and
     phobias. By mentally rehearsing the various steps involved -- for flying: driving to the airport, getting
     on the plane, taking off, etc. -- you'll be better able to handle the actual events. It also helps to
     practice deep breathing anytime a certain thought makes you tense.
   * Manage conflict. The same kind of organized daydreaming -- or visualization --  used to curb
      anxiety is also useful for personal conflicts. As you review in your mind an argument you had with
      someone, you go back and imagine responding differently than you did. Try this a few times,
      responding differently each time, and you'll begin to figure out better ways of dealing with the person
      in the future.
   * Maintain relationships. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, especially among daydreamers.
      Happy couples tend to think about one another when they're apart, which has the effect of
      psychologically maintaining the relationship.
   * Boost creativity and achieve goals. The beauty of daydreams is that nothing is iimpossible. "I find
      that when I aim high while daydreaming, I end up working harder to make my dreams become
      realities." says author Jen Singer.  Olympic athletes and performers use this same kind of visualization,
      which has been shown to help their performance in the way that actual physical practice does.
 

         Dear Daughter,
 
               I just wish you could see yourself the way I see you.
         You are beautiful from the inside out.  I love it when you
         smile and share your joy with others.
               You are talented.  I'm glad you notice and cherish all
         I have given you.  It makes Me smile when I see you
         blessing others with the talents I have given you.
               I designed you especially to bring My love into this
         world.  I made you just the way you are for special reasons
         It is such a joy to watch you grow, mature, and discover
         your gifts.  You are My own daughter, My special
         creation, My unique treasure.
               Always remember that I made you in My own image.
         That means you are beautiful, kind, loving, caring, giving,
         and full of many gifts.
                Continue to ask for My directions as I show you how
         to use your time,  treasures,  and talents.  Be happy and
         know that I made a treasure when I made you.

         I love you forever,
         Your heavenly Father.

  Things I’ve learned from too much TV (if you have any you more,
   let me know):