by Merci Gracia | Mar 25, 2011 | Ease, Flow, Loose, Perception
Being overly concerned with setbacks, detours, and delays causes stress. When you fly at 30,000 feet, you understand that little bumps and blips are part of the journey. A switchback mountain road still gets you to the top, often with richer experiences, deeper...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 22, 2011 | Appreciation, Attention, Gratitude, Joy, Perception
Some days you have to reach a little more deeply to find joy. Take the time to look for what’s right and feel the mojo of gratitude. It turns ordinary days into remarkable ones. And trains your mind too. Merci
by Merci Gracia | Mar 15, 2011 | Attention, Focus, Honesty, Perception
Desires are gifts that arise from within and give direction. In their original form, they are in alignment with the Tao and good for all involved. If they appear otherwise, ego has stepped in. Wait for a clearer view before taking action. Less confusion, better...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 11, 2011 | Acceptance, Attention, Change, Flow, Focus, Perception
When you ‘should’ on yourself or others, it only makes matters worse. If you want something to change, quickly acknowledge it as it is, turn your focus to what you want, then move on. Remember, you energize whatever you give your attention to. Only feed...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 5, 2011 | Acceptance, Attention, Focus, Perception
Everyone makes mistakes. Mentally reliving them over and over while wishing they never happened just keeps them alive. Turn mistakes into learning tools and grow from them. Take note, visualize how you’d act differently if you had the chance and then let them...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 21, 2011 | Change, Focus, Perception
The past is merely fragmented memories woven into a story that changes according to how you tell it. You can alter the impact your past has on you by changing your story about it. Gratitude and forgiveness make all the difference. Weave it with love....