I love listening to General Conference talks {http://www.lds.org/general-conference/sessions}. For three of the years I was in college I was blessed with a job that I could listen to talks over and over as I worked. That resulted in me memorizing a lot of Elder Holland's words, whom I love to listen to!
Elder Hollands lastest talk in conference, The Laborers in the Vineyard {http://www.lds.org/general-conference/2012/04/the-laborers-in-the-vineyard?lang=eng&media=audio}, was as usual, amazing and inspiring. I listened to it this morning and I love his focus on the fact that when we say unkind things about others we are only hurting ourselves, so why even say them, or even think them? That person doesn't even know it was said and it doesn't hurt them. I love that counsel, and especially this quote:
"Coveting, pouting, or tearing others down does not elevate your standing, nor does demeaning someone else improve your self-image. So be kind, and be grateful that God is kind. It is a happy way to live."
-Elder Jeffrey R. Holland
I've also been reading Stephanie Nelson's book: Heaven is Here {http://www.amazon.com/Heaven-Is-Here-Incredible-Everyday/dp/1401341799}. I highly recommend it! What an inspiration she is! I don't think I can ever complain about anything after reading what she went through and how well she handled it. With faith, anything is possible. She even just had a baby!
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