by Merci Gracia | Jun 18, 2014 | Acceptance, Forgiveness
In the course of a day, it’s normal to experience various little things that are not quite to your liking. Some days offer problems that are substantially aggravating. If you don’t do something to actively release yourself from the resentment generated by...
by Merci Gracia | Jun 16, 2014 | Acceptance, Diversity, Love
When you disagree with someone’s point of view, it’s not really appropriate to argue or judge them. Not only do they have a right to their opinion, they can’t actually help the way they see life. Just like you, they’re unique conditioning...
by Merci Gracia | Jun 3, 2014 | Acceptance, Faith
Whenever you feel upset, no matter what the particulars, there’s a way to think about the situation that will free you from feeling bad: Trust that things are unfolding exactly the way they need to be. Everything is always in a state of equilibrium, even when it...
by Merci Gracia | May 19, 2014 | Acceptance
What is in this moment is a fait accompli. Understanding this truth gives you the freedom to allow it. You don’t necessarily have to like it, but you can make a conscious decision not to waste energy pushing against what is by fashioning endless arguments about...
by Merci Gracia | May 17, 2014 | Acceptance
Actors say that the first rule of improvisation is to always accept the offer. If you shut down the person you’re relating to, the entire scene comes to a halt and the fun is over. The second rule of improvisation is to add something to what’s being said,...
by Merci Gracia | May 11, 2014 | Acceptance
Standards developed by society allow people to live together harmoniously. But socially reinforced metrics evaluate ability and reward excellence in very narrow ways. You’ll be at the mercy of these external measurements until you recognize your freedom to...