Who Made It?

It is customary in Japan to eat every single grain of rice, right down to the very last one. Such was its traditional importance that it was considered an affront to the Shinto to waste even a single grain. Think about that next time your eyes prove too big for you stomach.

The Golden Gate Bridge was originally meant to be painted in blue and yellow stripes to increase its visibility. The iconic red color was only the primer. However, after seeing the bridge painted in this red color, a color that has since been officially called international orange, the consulting architect decided that it was more pleasing to the eye and left it as it was.

Many people believe that serendipity can be influenced but not controlled. What can you do to influence your serendipity? Try changing your daily routine, working in different environments, and mixing things up at the workplace. Though we cannot control our luck, we can open our minds and take advantage of positive opportunities.