by Merci Gracia | Jul 9, 2020 | Ego
When we feel slighted or imagine others have committed a transgression against us, it’s natural for our egos to want to jump at the chance to attack and respond back with similar energy. We may start building a story enumerating their inadequacies and defending...
by Merci Gracia | Jan 23, 2020 | Ego, Self-Awareness, True Self
What we call evil is really just ignorance of the truth that we are all connected. It’s an understandable misinterpretation because there are so many expressions of the one energetic source. Like waves in the ocean or leaves on a tree, we’re all part of the same...
by Merci Gracia | Sep 14, 2019 | Ego, True Self
The more we feel the need to prove ourselves, impress or appear better than others, the less seated we are in our authentic nature. Deep down we all know we’re each individual expressions of the one force and equally worthy, regardless of appearances. It’s...
by Merci Gracia | Jul 26, 2019 | Ego, Story
Our ego is necessary to make our way in the world, however, when we are too attached to this sense of self, we’re likely to have run-ins with others’ egos. We can feel insulted when none was intended. Even if someone tells us they disapprove, they’re...
by Merci Gracia | Jul 18, 2019 | Beliefs, Ego
Few of us question the validity of our own opinions. Yet, in truth, we rarely can confirm our beliefs beyond a shadow of doubt. Even if our point of view is plausible, if we’re open minded, we’re able to see some truth in other perspectives. Because we...
by Merci Gracia | Jul 6, 2019 | Ego
When an interaction triggers our ego or angers us, it’s a perfect time to turn our awareness within. When we attribute our feelings to others, we miss the opportunity to heal the original issue that they have merely triggered. Even if it feels like they really...