by Merci Gracia | Jul 11, 2015 | Present moment
Stress stems from a feeling of overwhelm or fear. We may worry that we won’t be able to handle our responsibilities. We might fear that our reputation or career is at stake, or that we’ll fail to perform as we aspire to. But stress rarely relates to the...
by Merci Gracia | Jun 22, 2015 | Present moment
Traveling is easier when you have less luggage to carry. Relationships are lighter when you aren’t weighed down with baggage from the past. Letting go of old stories frees you to embrace what’s happening now with fresh curiosity. Traveling lightly through...
by Merci Gracia | May 7, 2015 | Now, Present moment
This moment is the only one that ever exists! Every time we think about something that’s not happening now, we lessen our ability to experience and appreciate this amazing moment. We are all so programmed to place our attention in the past or the future that it...
by Merci Gracia | May 5, 2015 | Present moment
A certain amount of planning is necessary for both business and pleasure. But there’s an unfortunate consequence that accompanies spending too much time thinking about what’s to come. When you’re primarily focused on the future, you basically live in...
by Merci Gracia | Apr 18, 2015 | Present moment
When you’re present, you’re actively engaged with what you’re doing right now. Your attention is focused on what’s happening in this moment rather than on what’s coming next. You’re not waiting to ‘really live’ until the...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 30, 2015 | Present moment
How would you live if this was the last day of your life? Would you look at the sky and the trees and other surroundings differently? Would you lovingly connect with the important people in your life? Would you be grateful for all of the blessings you’ve enjoyed...