What You Resist, Persists.

by Merci Gracia | May 17, 2011 | Acceptance, Change, Discernment, Understanding

Do your beliefs make you feel good about yourself and your world? It may seem ironic, but finding what’s right in every situation puts you in the optimal frame of mind for positive change. Accept what is… Make adjustments as necessary....

Acceptance Transforms

by Merci Gracia | May 11, 2011 | Acceptance, Change, Understanding

Have you ever considered that your interpretation of most things is an automatic response triggered by your ego to maintain your identity? Satisfaction or discomfort result when outer circumstances match or conflict with your self-image. When you argue with reality,...

Be Open

by Merci Gracia | May 8, 2011 | Abundance, Acceptance, Appreciation, Attention, Understanding

It takes curiosity to learn. The more you open, the more you listen, the more you learn. Opening your mind to the ideas of others requires a vulnerability and also opens the door to a deeper and more genuine appreciation of the intelligence and wisdom around you. Open...

Groove or Rut

by Merci Gracia | May 3, 2011 | Discernment, Fear, Self-Awareness, Understanding

Developing healthy daily practices brings about positive progress. Be careful not to confuse daily practice with unconscious repetition. One is a conscious decision to cultivate mastery, the other is habitual routine, which may be masking stagnation. Pursue mastery...

The Alchemy of Difference

by Merci Gracia | Apr 29, 2011 | Acceptance, Appreciation, Authenticity, Balance, Harmony, Honesty, Understanding

All relationships experience conflict now and then. Honest expression naturally gives rise to a diversity of opinion. When there is mutual respect and a desire to understand one another, what begins as conflict can end in valuable growth. Like the sand in an...

Vantage Point

by Merci Gracia | Apr 22, 2011 | Acceptance, Perception, Understanding

Time brings perspective. In the middle of a crisis, nothing is as compelling as the issue at hand. One month later, it’s less of a big deal. One year later, you see how it was totally perfect. After a couple of years, it’s one of your best stories....