Find Your Calm Center

by Merci Gracia | Apr 1, 2012 | Acceptance, Attention, Conscious, Natural, Relax, Relaxation, Self-Awareness

The fast pace of modern life can distract you into forgetting that a calm equilibrium is your natural state. Even though it’s obscured by the running list of activities and obligations, it’s always there beneath the surface. Find it by closing your eyes...

Look Beyond

by Merci Gracia | Dec 28, 2011 | Attention, Awareness, Choices, Conscious, Ease, Faith, Focus, Perception, Present moment, Relaxed, Self-Awareness

Some issues seem so all-consuming that it’s difficult to think of anything else. No matter how preoccupied you are, remember that it too, shall pass. Acknowledge what’s not working for you and then, whenever you think of it, say ‘I love you’....

Forgiveness is Peace

by Merci Gracia | Dec 14, 2011 | Acceptance, Attention, Forgiveness, Relax

Anger and resentment may seem justified, but they’re born from a version of reality that you created. If one of these little gremlins visits you, drop your story about what you believe should or shouldn’t have happened. Be kind to yourself and… Let...

Good Mood

by Merci Gracia | Sep 18, 2011 | Acceptance, Appreciation, Attention, Grateful, Happiness, Peace, Present moment

Get in a good mood now. How? Accept what’s happening in this moment just as it is. Take a deep breath and think of something you’re grateful for. Feel it in your body and… Smile Merci

Chill Factor

by Merci Gracia | Sep 7, 2011 | Acceptance, Change, Relax, Trust

Trying to control people and events can lead to frustration and even hostility. When things aren’t going your way, a big, deep breath can do wonders to reset your mood. Remind yourself that all really is as it should be and will be changing momentarily....