by Merci Gracia | Feb 16, 2022 | Self-Awareness
People from varied circumstances hold wildly varying perspectives. This variety makes the world a more rich and interesting place. Of course, there will be differences of opinion that are uncomfortable and occasionally even violent, but that only happens when we are...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 15, 2022 | Self-Awareness
When we’re feeling judged by someone, it’s common to take it personally and internally start building a case against them. However, this strategy isn’t very sound because we could be imagining their judgment or misinterpreting their behavior. When we...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 14, 2022 | Self-Awareness
Problems are a part of everyday life. Depending on the severity of the problem and the way you think about it, your mind may take you on a wild and scary roller coaster ride propelled by catastrophic thinking. When you find yourself getting pummeled in a maelstrom of...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 13, 2022 | Self-Awareness
Everyday we hear messages telling us how to be happy. They sell us on the notion that taking action on the outside is the best way to improve how we feel on the inside. It’s true that our environment, possessions and activities can have a temporary impact on our...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 12, 2022 | Self-Awareness
The thought that something shouldn’t have happened is like thinking there shouldn’t be clouds in the sky. Each moment shows up the only way it can given everything that preceded it. Realizing that the vision we deem superior just isn’t possible at...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 11, 2022 | Self-Awareness
People sometimes confuse self-love with selfishness. While they are on the same continuum, they exist at opposite ends. Narcissism is characterized by an inflated sense of one’s own importance, extreme selfishness and a craving for admiration. It’s...