Don’t Give Up

No matter what you’re pursuing, you’ll probably encounter twists and turns on the way to satisfaction. It’s crucial to imagine your desired results, but be open to changes along the way. Since you can never foresee all the obstacles you’ll...

You Never Know

When something unwanted happens and you feel the urge to resist, remember that you rarely know the purpose of what’s unfolding when it’s happening. If you think of all the seeming misfortunes you’ve endured, you’ll probably note that many of...

What If You Changed Your Mind?

Think of some element in your life that’s bugging you right now. It could be an issue with a friend, work, finances or health. Do you feel bad when you think about it? Do you blame yourself (or somebody else) for the situation? What if you decided right now that...

Let Them Go

Problems often fade quickly when you avoid energizing them with your attention. Just the way overwatering can spoil the seed, keeping your mind focused on the negative aspect of what is, ruins your experience of it. Next time you’re roiling, ask yourself these...

Lose the Blame

One undeniable fact about every event in your life is that you were there. It never behooves you to place the blame for unwanted circumstances, whether past or present, exclusively on the shoulders of others. Not only is it untrue, it also leaves you powerless. If you...

Free the Obsession

Do you ever obsess over an unpleasant interaction? Even when you recognize its lack of importance, the mental churning continues. You try to rationalize the feeling away, but still feel stuck in a vortex of self-induced anxiety. A simple remedy can magically relieve...