“Being in peace doesn’t mean absence of misery, it means absence of conflict in the mind.” ~Abhijit Naskar~ Peace is something to be, not something to discover. Many people seek to find the right teacher, book, meditation or answer that will create peace and enlightenment in their lives; however, peacefulness does not come from adding […]
“If you withhold love as a form of punishment, who is being punished?” ~Donald L. Hicks~ Love is giving – giving based in kindness, freedom and compassion without expectation. Judgment is a by-product of the ego. Condemning others, whether through “righteous anger” or an internal dialogue, creates blockages between people. The only way to break
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“A mind that listens with complete attention will never look for a result because it is constantly unfolding; like a river, it is always in movement. Such a mind is totally unconscious of its own activity, in the sense that there is no perpetuation of a self, of a “me,” which is seeking to achieve
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“We cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to be deeply seen and known, and when we honor the spiritual connection that grows from that offering with trust, respect, kindness and affection.\” ~Brené Brown~ In order to authentically connect with someone, we must be willing to be vulnerable. The willingness to
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“If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh~ As you silently do your work you emit ripples of energy that flow outward. Changes are left in your
“It was perhaps one of your greatest acts of love, choosing to be alive at a time when so many are so deeply in the dark. And already things are looking brighter. All bow.” ~Mike Dooley, Notes from the Universe~ Adversity can awaken you. Joy can awaken you. It’s your choice. No matter how you
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“Strong minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, weak minds discuss people.” ~Socrates~ The ego can be viewed as a teacher rather than an enemy. Its function is to play the part of adversary and with practice, we can learn to recognize it’s mechanisms. Ego is in play when thought-forms crystallize into beliefs through repetition,
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“The path to love requires open-hearted attention to the very things that seem to block our way to it.” ~Ezra Bayda~ All change begins within. When we consciously bring the light of awareness to the challenges of our lives, we begin to recognize the illusions from which they arise. Transformation occurs as we dissolve our
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The thoughts we choose to think are the tools we use to paint the canvas of our lives. ~Louise Hay~ Whatever you place your attention on grows stronger in your experience. Keep this in mind when you speak and consciously choose to utilize your energy well. When you wish to create change, appreciate the perceived
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“Walk as if you are kissing the Earth with your feet.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh~ Every experience leaves us transformed. Consider the energy you leave behind when you interact with another as well as what you might learn or draw from them. The richness of textures and delight should spice our lives with a unique imprint
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