by Merci Gracia | Feb 3, 2013 | Appreciation, interpretation
You’re a work in progress and the only one who can determine whether or not you’ve failed at any endeavor. Will you only be satisfied when you achieve the precise results you envisioned before you began the project (when you had much less information)? Or,...
by Merci Gracia | Jan 24, 2013 | Appreciation, Feelings, Giving, Gratitude
When you feel appreciation for someone, take the time to reach out and tell them. It’s easy to let those instances pass and go unexpressed. The gift of your loving comments will brighten their day. The best part is that, whatever you express in words, expands....
by Merci Gracia | Dec 25, 2012 | Appreciation, Gratitude
Light-heartedness is a magical quality that seems to accompany good moods, heart-felt connections and deep appreciation. It’s never the result of your circumstances, it’s the cause of it. Though it’s not always easy, you can conjure up the feeling at...
by Merci Gracia | Dec 22, 2012 | Appreciation, Perception
A sharp and innovative mind is one that derives something useful from every situation in life. But positive thinking sometimes gets a bad rap for being superficial. Critics label optimists as simple-minded and Pollyanna. If people don’t sufficiently recognize...
by Merci Gracia | Dec 19, 2012 | Appreciation, Wisdom
You are a limitless being, constantly creating your life. The type of thoughts you cultivate determine the quality of your creation. When you carry your own personal supply of sunshine around to brighten your days, you provide light to others, too. Every moment of...
by Merci Gracia | Dec 17, 2012 | Appreciation, Grateful, Gratitude
Don’t make the mistake of waiting until something is gone to begin appreciating it. Get into the habit of noticing the everyday blessings that surround you. Acknowledge just how fortunate you are for the people, the opportunities, the experiences, and even for...