Live Like There’s No Tomorrow

by Merci Gracia | Feb 2, 2012 | Appreciation, Awareness, Choices, Conscious, Focus, Grateful, Happiness

People who’ve had a brush with death often report experiencing a heightened appreciation for life, especially for the ‘little’ things. These lucky few have just been freed from the mindset that delays contentment until some future condition is met....

No Prerequisites For Joy

by Merci Gracia | Jan 27, 2012 | Attention, Awareness, Beliefs, Discernment, Focus, Freedom

It feels good to accomplish, make a name for yourself and get attention. But don’t forget that these are really just attempts to help you feel good. You established these prerequisites for contentment; real freedom lies in simply allowing joy… With no...

There’s Only Now

by Merci Gracia | Jan 14, 2012 | Appreciation, Choices, Focus, Grace, Happiness, Perception

Even though it seems like happiness depends on external circumstances, it’s really the result of how you interpret them. Don’t make the mistake of thinking you’ll be happy when…If and when that requirement is met, you may have created yet...

Choose Fulfillment

by Merci Gracia | Jan 12, 2012 | Attention, Choices, Joy, Perception, Relaxed, Visualize

Close your eyes and imagine that all of your dreams have come true. Feels pretty good, right? If you can create that feeling through a little exercise, is it possible that fulfillment is just a choice? Choose it now. Merci

The Light in Everyone

by Merci Gracia | Jan 3, 2012 | Appreciation, Attention, Discernment

There’s a pure spark of light in everyone, even if you can’t see it. If you want a better relationship with someone, imagine talking to that part. They will respond to you according to how you see them. See the light. Merci