You Can Change the World

by Merci Gracia | Jul 4, 2012 | Appreciation, Create, Generous, Giving, Grateful, Gratitude, Joy

Have you ever walked by a complete stranger whose spontaneous smile instantly made your day? Have you ever noticed how it lightens your mood when someone lets you go first? It’s amazing how a bit of kindness can create such good will. Considering the impact...

River of Appreciation

by Merci Gracia | Apr 30, 2012 | Choices, Cooperation, Generous, Giving, Harmony, Kindness, Love

People report that in disasters and difficult circumstance they’re amazed at the lengths to which complete strangers will go to help them. It’s because in extreme circumstances, it’s easy to perceive the humanity of your fellow man. It doesn’t...

Your Attention is a Gift

by Merci Gracia | Mar 22, 2012 | Appreciation, Attention, Empowering, Generous, Giving, Happiness

You know those charming people who are genuinely interested in how you’re doing? Are you one of them? Everybody wants to be acknowledged. One of the best techniques to improve your relationship, family, work environment…even the planet, is to offer others...

The Wisdom of Uncertainty

by Merci Gracia | Mar 16, 2012 | Acceptance, Balance, Beliefs, Fear, Generous, Honesty, Judgments

Next time you’re arguing with someone and you start to feel indignant because science and popular opinion are on your side, remember even the experts don’t always agree with one another. In the words of Voltaire, “Doubt is not a pleasant...

Attract Good Fortune

by Merci Gracia | Feb 14, 2012 | Abundance, Create, Generous, Imagine

Your subconscious mind aligns your life with your most dominant thoughts. It doesn’t make a distinction between you and anyone else. Whatever you wish for another is what you’ll draw to yourself. Being happy for the success of others is a powerful...

You Are Love

by Merci Gracia | Jan 25, 2012 | Generous, Love, Self-Awareness, Understanding

Understanding that you are love is the key ingredient of a life well lived. Problems stem from not knowing who you are. Solutions require that you find out who you are. Do this by following the two word recommendation inscribed at the Oracle of Delphi: Know thyself....