Options

by Merci Gracia | Feb 8, 2012 | Acceptance, Awareness, Change, Choices, Perception, Problems, Self-Awareness, Understanding

If someone’s behavior is bugging you, remember that your reaction is based on the way you’re framing the situation. Others may see no problem. Whatever the ultimate truth, you’ve got several options: 1) ask them to change; 2) distance yourself; or 3)...

One Hand Clapping

by Merci Gracia | Feb 5, 2012 | Attention, Awareness, Balance, Beliefs

The ease with which a bullfighter steps aside when an angry bull charges him is a good example to remember when faced with any form of attack. If you have an issue with someone and don’t meet the situation with resistance, there won’t be anything for them...

Live Like There’s No Tomorrow

by Merci Gracia | Feb 2, 2012 | Appreciation, Awareness, Choices, Conscious, Focus, Grateful, Happiness

People who’ve had a brush with death often report experiencing a heightened appreciation for life, especially for the ‘little’ things. These lucky few have just been freed from the mindset that delays contentment until some future condition is met....

Admire Yourself

by Merci Gracia | Jan 29, 2012 | Appreciation, Awareness

Think of someone you admire. Realize that who you see them to be is largely your own projection. What you appreciate about them is within you. If it wasn’t, you wouldn’t be able to see it in them. Next time you actively appreciate a quality in someone...

No Prerequisites For Joy

by Merci Gracia | Jan 27, 2012 | Attention, Awareness, Beliefs, Discernment, Focus, Freedom

It feels good to accomplish, make a name for yourself and get attention. But don’t forget that these are really just attempts to help you feel good. You established these prerequisites for contentment; real freedom lies in simply allowing joy… With no...

Truth Beyond Your Opinion

by Merci Gracia | Jan 17, 2012 | Acceptance, Awareness, Beliefs, Flow, Focus

You only feel dissatisfied when you have expectations that aren’t met. Others with different wants and needs could be in the same situation and be totally happy. This is proof that it’s just your perception that generates the discontent. Do your best to...