How to Cure Repetitive Thought Syndrome

by Merci Gracia | May 21, 2012 | Attention, Balance, Choices, Conscious, Freedom, Peace, Practice

You probably repeat a very small number of thoughts over and over again. Many of them are insignificant or harmless while others may be negative, self-deprecating or downright detrimental. You can dramatically improve your experience of life in two easy steps. First,...

Peace Within

by Merci Gracia | Mar 26, 2012 | Appreciation, Awareness, Conscious, Focus, Harmony, Peace, Understanding

There’s a quiet, peaceful innocence within you that can’t be disturbed. Though it may be hidden, it’s always available when you choose to access it. Sit still, turn your awareness to your breath. Notice arising thoughts as if they are just passing...

Hawaiian Wisdom

by Merci Gracia | Jan 9, 2012 | Love, Peace

When you’re holding a grievance, there’s a simple remedy for relief. First, recognize that your feelings are keeping you from feeling peace. Then, whenever you think of your grievance, say to yourself, “I’m sorry, forgive me, thank you, I love...

Misguided Self Doubt

by Merci Gracia | Dec 30, 2011 | Appreciation, Awareness, Embody, Empowering, Happiness, Peace

Any doubt you have about your inherent goodness is erroneous thinking that prevents you from living your life peacefully and happily.  The only way out is to realize the truth that you’re naturally good. Own it and thrive. Merci

The Naked Truth

by Merci Gracia | Dec 25, 2011 | Compassion, Peace, Truth

Holding a grievance about something is self-sabotage and keeps you separate from peace. You can never really know why anything happens the way it does. When you fully realize this, it’s difficult to hold a grudge for longer than a few seconds. What arises...

Peace Begins Within

by Merci Gracia | Oct 20, 2011 | Acceptance, Appreciation, Compassion, Create, Harmony, Kindness, Peace

When you have a positive feeling about people, they feel it and they’re naturally inclined to like you back. When you have a negative feeling about people, they feel it and feel the same way about you. Peace within and peace without start with appreciating...