#kindness

Authenticity in Bizzaro-world

  I saw a thought-provoking sign this weekend – “When cruelty becomes normal, compassion looks radical.” And I pondered how things like Christ consciousness, evolved thinking, compassion, empathy and kindness are (in some circles) now considered evil or wrong. Even in the face of opposition, I will always seek to be a living embodiment of […]

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Presence

  “I would like my life to be a statement of love and compassion, and where it isn’t, that’s where my work lies.” ~Ram Dass~   Life will always reflect your state of consciousness; therefore, you can purposely utilize any experience to go deeper into the present moment. Observe how you interpret the world around

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Kindness is Never Wasted

  No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. Actions rooted in consciousness set powerful energy in motion. We have the power to create authentic moments of connection with another. Pay attention to what you experience throughout the day with the understanding that each circumstance is mirroring the deepest aspects of who

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We Rise

  The spiritual quest accelerates when we take full responsibility for our state of consciousness in the present moment. This activates a powerful sense of authenticity and knowledge of right action. As we navigate the physical experience, we discover how to act as a conduit between the mystical and the mundane. No small thing… the

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Compassionate Detachment

. ”What brings understanding is love. When your heart is full, then you will listen to the teacher, to the beggar, to the laughter of children, to the rainbow, and to the sorrow of man.” ~Jiddu Krishnamurti~ . Spiritual practice is about residing fully where you are. When we immerse ourselves deeply within the present

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The Sweetness of Friendship

  “In the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter, and sharing of pleasures. For in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed.” ~Kahlil Gibran~   We are stewards of sacred mother earth. We are deeply connected to one another and to every being on the planet. Whatever you

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Quiet Contemplation

  In a world of constant bombardment, advertising,  and opinion, it’s vitally important that we tend to our inner peace. Spiritual health and well-being are paramount. When balanced, we can more easily demonstrate the qualities that define the enlightened experience: compassion, kindness, patience, humility, wisdom, and Love.   Give yourself moments of quiet contemplation. Turn

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Creating Peaceful Experiences

  Consider what you can control in your experience. Rather than seeking outside validation or waiting for someone or something to change, create small spaces of joy. One of my friends planted these beautiful flowers. Each morning when I walk past her garden, I receive a growing token of her love and light.   When

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The Impact of Consciousness

  Spiritual truths are simple – Harm None, Know Thyself, Be Here Now. As consciousness expands, we naturally respect all life as sacred. From the tiniest insect to the grandest of trees, our choices should reflect honor of all living things.   Some traditions based their decision making upon the impact a choice may have

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Divine Love

  “Divine love makes us true to ourselves and to others… Divine love is the solution to our difficulties and problems. It frees us from every kind of binding. It makes us speak truly, think truly, and act truly. It makes us feel one with the whole universe. Divine love purifies our hearts and glorifies

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