How to Have What You Want

by Merci Gracia | Nov 7, 2012 | Appreciation, Attention, Choices, Focus, Happiness

One important step to having what you want is to know clearly what you want. Once you know that, ask yourself why you want it. The reason you want almost anything is because you think it will make you feel good. If you cut to the chase and feel good now, the chances...

Shortcut to Happiness

by Merci Gracia | Nov 4, 2012 | Acceptance, Appreciation, Focus, Present moment

The world is full of seductive formulas promising to teach you how to have a meaningful life. You’re constantly bombarded with images, ideas and campaigns telling you what it takes to lead a fulfilling life. After every imaginable scenario is considered, they...

Viral Kindness

by Merci Gracia | Oct 16, 2012 | Appreciation, Cooperation, Generous, Giving

Make a personal practice of allowing others to go first, holding doors open & smiling at strangers. It requires little effort and it’s a delightful boost to those scurrying about in this fast-paced world. Try to embody these qualities especially when...

Everything Has a Purpose

by Merci Gracia | Oct 11, 2012 | Acceptance, Appreciation, Discernment, Judgments, Understanding, Wisdom

Recognizing the usefulness of all that arises is a sign of wisdom. Everything that happens in your life, including the unpleasant stuff, has some benefit to it–even if it’s just to show you what you don’t want. If an immediate impression makes you want to...

Consideration Pays

by Merci Gracia | Oct 6, 2012 | Appreciation, Compassion, Generous, Kindness

It’s always best to take others into consideration when your actions will impact them. Making unilateral decisions don’t end up making anyone happy. When you live your life with basic concern and kindness for others, it’s contagious and inevitably...

Fire Tempers You

by Merci Gracia | Sep 25, 2012 | Appreciation, Evolution of Consciousness, Grateful, Gratitude

Humans are constantly searching for new limits. How much can a body endure, how far into space can man venture or how small can a computer chip be? It’s natural and healthy to try to new discover new frontiers and reach for new heights of life experience....