Sometimes I look and do not see. Often it’s because I’m hurrying or have my eyes in one place while my mind is elsewhere. I can look at something without really being there. And that’s when I miss out on some of the real beauty in this world. So, maybe this post is about slowing […]
Some of us carry a so-called “stress-buster” in our pockets every day. In fact some of us would NEVER think of leaving home without them. Most of them come in a handy pack of 20 – some with a flip-top box! In order to use these alleged reducers of stress, one generally needs to light
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Please don’t be fooled by the cute photo – this post isn’t just “warm and fuzzy!” Kristin Neff is a researcher on the topic of self-compassion and author of “Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself.” She believes that there are three steps toward greater self-compassion. The three steps or aspects of self-compassion
Today Holds Gifts Today holds gifts for those with hearts to see. Capture one of the beautiful moments in this gift of a day. Allow that beautiful moment to sink into your head and your heart. Savor it, relish it, feel it, smell it breathe it in, hold that moment… Recall it with gratitude throughout
If you asked people if they’d like to live in a kinder world, you could safely predict a nearly unanimous response. Who wouldn’t want to live in a world where people were kind? And if you asked if such a world would ever exist, lots of folks would shrug and reply, “Maybe SOMEday.” And some
This quote is in complete harmony with the teachings of Buddha, though apparently a paraphrase of a quote by Buddhaghosa. “Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of harming another: you end up getting burned.” Regardless of who said it, it illustrates a truth that all of us can
There will never be a lack of darkness in the world. It may even be part of the essential balance in the universe. But if, in that moment when the darkness begins to sap our energy, we can focus our light on others, we will likely find we become less troubled by the darkness. What
Whether or not you reach your goal in the future depends largely upon where your head is today. If your head (heart?) is filled with doubt, fear, or worry, your future goals may be slipping away. Your trajectory depends upon your skills, tools, and talents for certain, but your mindset matters in a big way,
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You will never speak to anyone more than you speak to yourself in your mind. If you had a friend, and every day you called them mean names, how long would they remain your friend? And if you daily expressed doubt about their ideas and reminded them often of all of their past failures, how
No matter how busy your day is, making time for a walk is time well spent. Giving your legs a stretch can also clear your head, give your lungs some fresh air, and give your metabolism as boost as you digest a satisfying meal. If you’re able to take that walk in a natural setting
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It’s out there. It’s all out there. Whatever you’re looking for is absolutely out there somewhere. And you will surely find that which you earnestly seek. So if you’re looking for evidence of unfairness in your world – behold! There it is. If you’re looking for an excuse – ta da! There it is. If
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Scary movies are WAY more fun when shared with a friend (especially a friend who has popcorn!) Frightening stories are immeasurably better when shared with a friend (perhaps around a campfire with s’mores.) I guess everybody knows that buddies make being scared better. But when the fear is not just a movie or story –
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This is short and sweet! Ready?Pass along an attitude of gratitude in three easy steps today! 1. List 3 things for which you are grateful2. Share this post with some friends (and encourage them to participate!)3. Watch the world get a little bit sweeter! THANK YOU!
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Music can almost magically change a mood. Music captures memories and can hold them in our minds. Hearing a song – even years later – can almost transport us to other times (and other moods.) A very wise friend in AA occasionally reminds me that when it comes to moods, if we can name it
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Our past has the power – for better or for worse – to influence our future. When it comes to moving forward, it can be hard to know for sure what we should hold on to and what we should let go. It’s worth some time, contemplating, meditating, praying, or thinking about getting some trusted
