It’s Magical Fairy Dust

Unless we’re practiced in the art of self-awareness, we often assume that we’re neutral observers, simply experiencing what is with total objectivity and reacting in the only way possible. Actually, we interpret every situation according to our unique...

A Sense of Humor

Moving through life believing that we know what’s best will ultimately carry us onto the path of disappointment. Life will inevitably force us to deal with more than a few situations that prove the inaccuracy of that perspective. It’s far better to...

The Rescuer Complex

Basing our self-worth on our ability to rescue others might seem noble, but upon deeper reflection we see it necessitates someone else being weak so that we can feel good. This unhealthy dynamic doesn’t help them, in fact, it takes their power away. The reason...

Brilliant Internal System

Every judgment we have about others is one we really have about ourselves. Either we behave that way and don’t realize it or we wouldn’t accept ourselves if we did. This subconscious projection onto others points to where we lack acceptance for ourselves....

Fooling Ourselves

When we deceive ourselves about our motivations for doing things, it eventually causes us suffering. Pretending we’re giving when we’re really seeking admiration or looking for something in return will make us feel bad if things don’t go as planned....

Thoughts and Words Matter

If you could fully grasp the effect your thoughts and words have on your life, you’d probably be shocked. While it might seem tedious to monitor your thinking, it’s far easier than living with the repercussions of unconscious habits. Your subconscious mind...