It Takes Two

by Merci Gracia | Mar 13, 2013 | Harmony, Peace, Self-Awareness

Although it’s tempting to believe that difficult situations are created entirely by one party, it’s almost never true. One hand clapping makes no sound. Antagonistic, argumentative, accusatory and mean behavior have nothing to bump up against if you remain...

Identity Check

by Merci Gracia | Feb 8, 2013 | Authenticity, Balance, Compulsive Behavior, Habits, Natural

Taking decisive action to make the world a better place is a noble pursuit, but identifying as an activist can cause you to constantly look for what’s wrong. This habit takes you out of balance quickly. When you’re identified as being a ‘fixer’...

Don’t Be a Drama Queen

by Merci Gracia | Jan 26, 2013 | Balance, Happiness, Health, interpretation, Self-Awareness, Understanding

Emotional distress disrupts your life and undermines your health. Since nothing has inherent value until you attribute it, you are free to assign whatever meaning you choose to the events of your life. Learning to have balanced emotional responses will transform your...

Balance with Happiness

by Merci Gracia | Oct 28, 2012 | Balance, Happiness, Perception, Yin/Yang

The exquisite beauty in the world is counter-balanced by an equal amount of its opposite. This play of polarities is what defines everything. When your perception is filtered through the lens of happiness, it’s easy to see both beauty and its opposite. But,...

Balance Beam

by Merci Gracia | Oct 5, 2012 | Balance, Effort, Empowering

When your body is in balance, you can push it a little harder and break through limitations. When your finances are in balance, you can take bigger risks and potentially gain more. When your self-esteem is in balance, you can relate to a wide variety of people without...