by Merci Gracia | Nov 1, 2013 | Now
Your mind is so powerfully creative that it can invent an endless array of enemies and obstacles. You’ll never be able to fight them all, but you can bring yourself to a place of peace by consciously focusing your awareness on your bodily sensations caused by...
by Merci Gracia | Sep 24, 2013 | Feelings, Joy, Now
Many people believe that a positive self-image is the result of how much you get done, how successful you are or how much positive feedback you get from others. While you may in fact have been socialized to feel good under those circumstances, the only real and...
by Merci Gracia | Sep 22, 2013 | Fear, Now, Present moment, Worry
When fear overcomes you and you’re consumed with anxiety, remember that your point of power is always in the present moment. Survey your environment and determine if there’s any real threat to your well being. Are you in imminent danger? If not, try to...
by Merci Gracia | Sep 14, 2013 | Fear, Now, Present moment, Thoughts, Worry
There are no guarantees in life and you can never know for sure what’s coming up next. You can fret about a possible future event but, the odds are, it’ll show up differently than you picture it. Even if it does appear as you fear, anxious anticipation is...
by Merci Gracia | Sep 9, 2013 | Attention, Now, Present moment
Because you’re an ever-evolving being seeking new experiences, your attention is sometimes disproportionately forward-focused. It is useful to plan ahead and think of the future, but don’t overdo it. If you’re in the habit not being present,...
by Merci Gracia | Jun 24, 2013 | Authenticity, Conscious, Create, Evolution of Consciousness, Feelings, Flow, Inner Guide, Now, Present moment, Problems, Solutions
Life gives you constant feedback about the path you’re on. When you’re living in alignment with your authentic self in this moment, life flows joyfully like a gentle river. If you feel like you’re stuck in a log jam or about to go over the falls,...