You’re a Satellite

by Merci Gracia | Sep 5, 2011 | Attention, Create, Discernment, Focus, Kindness

Like a satellite, you’re constantly broadcasting your signal to the world. Your transmission is created by your emotions, which are a result of your thoughts. Focus on the good in everything. Discern when necessary, but don’t linger in negativity. Transmit...

Be An Angel

by Merci Gracia | Jul 21, 2011 | Abundance, Compassion, Cooperation, Create, Giving, Grateful, Kindness, Love

When you do something that’s natural and effortless for you, it can hold an enormous significance for somebody else. That’s why it’s so important for you to be authentically who you are. Your special talents and gifts were given to you for a reason....

Cooperation Vs. Competition

by Merci Gracia | Jul 12, 2011 | Appreciation, Balance, Ease, Flow, Grace, Kindness, Relax

If you like playing card games or sports, try this experiment: keep playing until the score is tied and then stop. If the object of the game is enjoyment, this adds a sweet element to it. If the object is to win, it’s a great way to experiment with a happy...

Get Into Alignment

by Merci Gracia | Jul 9, 2011 | Attention, Balance, Beliefs, Change, Compassion, Ease, Harmony, Kindness, Love

If you have judgments about yourself, either drop them or get your behavior in alignment with your values. Continuing with behavior that is not in alignment with your values is self sabotage. Judging yourself is self defeating too. Be nice to yourself....

Pick Your Battles

by Merci Gracia | Jul 2, 2011 | Attention, Cooperation, Ease, Giving, Kindness, Loose, Peace, Relaxed, Understanding

When you disagree with someone, rather than immediately expressing your contrary opinion, carefully listen to what they’re saying. Let them know when you understand where they’re coming from. Unless it’s really important to you, save the...

The One You Need to Forgive

by Merci Gracia | Jun 29, 2011 | Acceptance, Compassion, Forgiveness, Honesty, Kindness, Perception, Self-Awareness, Understanding

Nothing anyone ever does is about you. When you get this, the idea of forgiveness is a moot point. If someone offends you, take a moment to question if you’re really just angry with yourself for being in the situation in the first place. Then let yourself off...