First True Love

by Merci Gracia | Nov 10, 2012 | Acceptance, Commitment, Harmony, Love

All conflicts come from lack of self-love. You can’t really love others until you truly love yourself. When you don’t, you encounter bumps. When you do, your life flows smoothly. If you’re not experiencing the joy you want, take a look within and...

Shortcut to Happiness

by Merci Gracia | Nov 4, 2012 | Acceptance, Appreciation, Focus, Present moment

The world is full of seductive formulas promising to teach you how to have a meaningful life. You’re constantly bombarded with images, ideas and campaigns telling you what it takes to lead a fulfilling life. After every imaginable scenario is considered, they...

The Benefit of Self-Awareness

by Merci Gracia | Nov 1, 2012 | Awareness, Conscious, Evolution of Consciousness, Self-Awareness, Understanding

Information can help you earn money, impress your friends and possibly even save your life. Skills can help you win in sports, cook a delicious meal or build useful widgets. Beauty can open doors, grab attention and create whiplash. As delicious and appealing as all...

Complaining Doesn’t Help

by Merci Gracia | Oct 3, 2012 | Attention, Focus, Happiness, Vibration

If there are things in life that you find intolerable, complaining will not improve them. Focusing negative attention on the situation drains your energy and radiates a toxic vibration into the world. Contrary to popular belief, feeling bad about something does not...

Do You Have Approval Disorder?

by Merci Gracia | Sep 28, 2012 | Authenticity, Honesty, Self-Awareness

Worrying about what others think of you is bad for your self-esteem. It sends a message to your subconscious mind that you’re not in charge of your life and leaves you with a vague sense of insecurity. Comparing yourself with others, causes you to ignore your...