by Merci Gracia | Apr 20, 2012 | Appreciation, Conscious, Freedom, Grace, Gratitude, Joy
If you were at peace with every aspect of your life and all the people in it, imagine how much you’d enjoy yourself. One way to cultivate a love affair with life is to drop the stories you’re telling yourself about how people and things should be different...
by Merci Gracia | Apr 14, 2012 | Appreciation, Attention, Balance, Feelings, Focus, Grateful, Gratitude, Heart, Joy
When you’re mentally healthy, your emotions ebb and flow modestly and appropriately. You rarely swing to either extreme, but if you do, you quickly return to equilibrium. You can make balance the norm by creating a sense of constant well being for yourself. Take...
by Merci Gracia | Apr 9, 2012 | Appreciation, Grateful, Gratitude, Love, Value, Visualize, Worry
Think of a few things you regularly worry about, like health, money or the future. Now think of several aspects of your life that you take for granted, like friendships, family or good health. Next time you find yourself worrying, refocus your attention on gratitude...
by Merci Gracia | Apr 5, 2012 | Abundance, Appreciation, Awareness, Conscious, Focus, Grateful, Gratitude
Develop the habit of taking note of everything that’s good about your life. It doesn’t matter if it’s people, places, pets or possessions. Just bring them to mind and feel a deep sense of gratitude for them. If you can commit to a job, a life-partner...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 28, 2012 | Control, Embody, Gratitude, Habits, Intention, Practice, Thoughts
Modern medicine confirms the intimate connection between mind and body. The harmful impact of unconscious thinking is evident in a variety of stress-related conditions. Since unhealthy thinking can harm the body, it stands to reason that balanced thinking can heal the...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 12, 2012 | Abundance, Appreciation, Gratitude, Happiness
Your feelings create your experience in every moment. If you think of your life as a vessel, the best feelings you can possibly deposit in it for your overall well being are gratitude and appreciation. Make a point of finding something to feel grateful for several...