“In the external scheme of things, shining moments are as brief as the twinkling of an eye, yet such twinklings are what eternity is made of — moments when we human beings can say \”I love you,\” \”I\’m proud of you,\” \”I forgive you,\” \”I\’m grateful for you.\” That\’s what eternity is made of: invisible […]
“The spiritual life does not remove us from the world but leads us deeper into it.” ~Henri J.M. Nouwen~ Simple things matter. Small acts of kindness can change situations in powerful ways. When we choose to live gently, we discover that our sojourn is filled with majestic spaces. Instead of rushing from one thing to
“The person you’ll have the hardest time opening to and truly loving without reserve is yourself. Once you can do that, you can love the whole universe unconditionally.” ~Adyashanti~ There is nothing more beautiful than someone who shines from within… Everyone who has manifested you into their life, has done so because of the unique
“…the past gives you an identity and the future holds the promise of salvation, of fulfillment in whatever form. Both are illusions.” ~Eckhart Tolle~ The greatest gift that we can give is our Presence. In every situation we have the opportunity to bring light where there is darkness, give kindness rather than turn away and
“You are the creator of your own garden. Plant kindness and compassion. Water with love and gratitude. And you will enjoy beauty all the days of your life.” ~Julie Parker~ This moment is filled with unlimited potential. It is time to allow seeds of possibility to be scattered throughout your life in celebration and love.
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\”The place to improve the world is first in one’s own heart and head and hands.\” ~Robert M. Pirsig~ Everything begins with you… how you choose to start your day, what gets your attention, the things you choose to read or watch or what you put into your body. Bring kindness to every choice. Let
“All your life you have been waiting… And now the time is here. We are all being called upon to shine our brightest light. Where there is confusion know there are answers. Where there is pain show compassion. Where there is darkness beam your light. We are all related one to the other. Open your
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” ~Martin Luther King Jr.~ Change how you see everything and everyone around you. All are our brothers and sisters in this dance of life. Nothing is separate. Our role is to be the loving witness
“Just be friendly. Rather than creating friendship, create friendliness. Let it become a quality of your being, a climate that surrounds you, so you are friendly with whomever you come in contact.” ~Osho~ Sometimes we meet others and feel an instant connection. From the moment of ‘hello’ there is a feeling of safety and warmth
“Rage — whether in reaction to social injustice, or to our leaders’ insanity, or to those who threaten or harm us — is a powerful energy that, with diligent practice, can be transformed into fierce compassion.” ~Bonnie Myotai Treac~ It can be challenging to watch others who choose to be in great pain. Each of
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