Man is not, by nature, deserving of all that he wants. When we think that we are automatically entitled to something, that is when we start walking all over others to get it.” ~Criss Jami Sometimes having a healthy competition is a great motivator in one’s life. When it becomes a engrained way of relating to the world it can …
How forgiveness can set you free
Forgiveness says you are given another chance to make a new beginning. ~Desmond Tutu There is nothing like holding onto a resentment that can make you feel more alive and self righteous but also drained and stuck. If one wants to be free from the shackles of a resentment, forgiveness must ensue. So many clients that I have worked with …
Perception, the key to changing your life.
If the doors of perception were cleansed everything would appear to man as it is- infinite. ~William Blake Perception is the way that you view our lives and that you make meaning. The way we perceive the experiences in our lives defines how we feel about them and creates our reality. So why not create a good one? With practice of …
Learning to release expectation, 5 ways to let yourself off the hook
“Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.”~ Alexander Pope Last week I was trying to decide if I was going to write my weekly blog post in advance because I knew I would be out of town for a training. I was hemming and hawing about did I have the time? And then I realized that it …
What wolf do you feed? Choice in the way that we live.
THE TWO WOLVES – A CHEROKEE STORY A young boy came to his Grandfather, filled with anger at another boy who had done him an injustice. The old Grandfather said to his grandson, “Let me tell you a story. I too, at times, have felt a great hate for those that have taken so much, with no sorrow for what they do. But hate wears …
Want to turn over a new leaf? 5 ways to improve your life
“For last year’s words belong to last year’s language. And next year’s words await another voice. And to make an end is to make a beginning.” ~ T.S. Eliot As we put another year to bed, we reflect on the past year of 2014 with joy, peace and possibly regret. In this time of contemplation we look ahead to improve our lives more. With …
How to keep your cool around your family
“Unfortunately, some family members are so psychotic that no matter how hard you try to forge a healthy relationship, nothing will help. Now that you’re an adult, take refuge in the fact that some things are beyond your control. You owe it to yourself to steer clear of people who are harmful to your health.” ~Andrea Lavinthal It is that …
Acceptance of light and the dark in ourselves, 4 ways to live more balanced
“If we never experience the chill of a dark winter, it is very unlikely that we will ever cherish the warmth of a bright summer’s day. Nothing stimulates our appetite for the simple joys of life more than the starvation caused by sadness or desperation. In order to complete our amazing life journey successfully, it is vital that we turn …
Making friends with your fears, 5 ways to have courage to face yourself.
“Fear is inevitable, I have to accept that, but I cannot allow it to paralyze me.”~― Isabel Allende I know very few people who enjoy dealing with fear. As humans we are wired for seeking pleasure and avoiding pain. This is why fear is a big scary topic. Personally several years ago I balked at looking at fear, being aware of it and …
Feeling overwhelmed? 7 ways to transform your overwhelm to peace
It’s Not The Load That Breaks You Down It’s The Way You Carry It ~Lou Holtz In our modern day lives we never seem to stop. December is the busiest month of the year so are you ready to face the holidays or are you feeling a bit overwhelmed? If you are overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Most people feel this way …
