by Merci Gracia | Mar 6, 2012 | Awareness, Conscious, Forgiveness, Self-Awareness, Solutions
When you behave in ways you later regret, a sincere apology works wonders in making everyone feel better. Just letting them know you’re aware of the effect of your actions is often enough to bridge the gaps that have been created. Pretending it didn’t...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 5, 2012 | Attention, Balance, Conscious, Fear, Focus, Mastery, Relax, Trust
Worrying about what others think can backfire. It’s distracting and causes you to be so self-conscious that it interferes with your authenticity. Since how others perceive you is out of your control anyway, act with sincerity and forget about their opinions....
by Merci Gracia | Mar 4, 2012 | Acceptance, Appreciation, Attention, Awareness, Conscious, Discernment, Gratitude
An abundance of time, money and power can afford you many choices. But enduring satisfaction only comes from peace of mind. While you’re free to think however you like, remember your thoughts create your experience of life. If you want more satisfaction, avoid...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 29, 2012 | Acceptance, Anger, Awareness, Change, Conscious, Harmony, Perception, Problems, Self-Awareness, Understanding
Sometimes you can hear criticism and earnestly look for the truth in it. Other times, it raises the hair on the back of your neck and angers you. Listening allows you to grow and respond with grace while getting angry ensures a less intelligent response from your ego....
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....
by Merci Gracia | Jan 30, 2012 | Attention, Compassion, Conscious, Empowering, Faith, Focus, Kindness, Understanding
When you relate to the world with kindness, you’re more likely to experience that quality in others. Without even being aware of it, people will go to great lengths to match your vibration. Lead by example: offer love and expect the best from others… You...