by Merci Gracia | May 15, 2016 | Identity
If you make your opinions known, you’re bound to get some push back. But others reactions aren’t about you, they’re about your ideas and beliefs. Separating the two can help you to react less defensively and open to exploring their opinions as well....
by Merci Gracia | Apr 25, 2016 | Identity
Our Big Self knows we’re all connected. Our little self sees others as just characters in our story. Big Self understands everyone is doing their best. Little self uses blame and shame to ‘set others straight’. Big Self understands that in the dance...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 14, 2016 | Authenticity, Identity
It’s the nature of your ego to judge what is and look for someone to blame. It’s the nature of your essence to appreciate life and marvel at the beauty all around you. The former keeps you dissatisfied and unhappy with your circumstances. The latter keeps...
by Merci Gracia | Jan 4, 2016 | Identity
Like passing weather systems that bring harsh wind, rain or snow, moods cycle through your field of awareness. Regardless of whether the cause of an emotional storm is physical or physiological, it’s never here to stay. Remembering this is a tremendous help in...
by Merci Gracia | Dec 16, 2015 | Identity
If others’ opinions rile you, reflect on why. Ask yourself if their perspective threatens your sense of self. Remember that no one has an unbiased, totally accurate point of view. You might be confusing your version of reality with the actual truth, which very...