Why do we take things personally? 
30 Jun

Why do we take things personally? 

Did you know that taking things personally is a sign of low self-esteem and reflects personal insecurity? Yes, it’s true.  We take things personally because we agree with what was said.  Even if we only agree with one percent of what was said, we’re still sensitive to it.  Otherwise, we wouldn’t care.  We’d know it was ridiculous and not have another thought about it nor feel the need to protect Read More

Everything we want is on the other side of fear…
26 Apr

Everything we want is on the other side of fear…

Fear is a constant companion for most of us and blocks us from experiencing true inner peace.  (part 2)   When was the last time you said yes when you wanted or needed to say no?  Did you know the root cause of saying yes and not telling the truth, is fear?  Fear is the driving force in most people’s life.  Is it running your life?  If it is, it Read More

Could fear be your greatest teacher? Part 1
31 Mar

Could fear be your greatest teacher? Part 1

Fear has been my greatest teacher…what about you? Is fear the driving force in your life? Do you have that voice of fear or doubt that can turn a perfectly wonderful day upside down?  For most people, fear is what holds them back from living a peaceful and fulfilled life.  Yet, despite its challenges, it can be one of our greatest teachers.  It’s been mine and today I couldn’t be more Read More

What is true love, really? Does anyone know…
13 Feb

What is true love, really? Does anyone know…

Did you know that love is the most powerful word in the English language, yet most of us don’t know what true love really is, much less how to express it?   Did you also know love is the most misused, overused, and abused word?  It’s no wonder we’re confused.  It does get a little murky.  I googled the definition online and love was described as an intense feeling of Read More

I’ve been seeking lasting, inner peace most my life…What about you?
29 Jan

I’ve been seeking lasting, inner peace most my life…What about you?

Research tells us that people who live in inner peace are healthier and happier.  So, let’s take a closer look at what inner peace really is, what it isn’t and why it even matters.  True, inner peace is a deep sense of well-being, state of mental & spiritual calm, where one lives in harmony with themselves, others and the world.  It isn’t a state of passivity, and certainly not a Read More

Most people say they just want to be happy…What about you?
14 Dec

Most people say they just want to be happy…What about you?

So, what’s it take for you to be happy?  Did you know, you really can’t buy happiness, but you can learn to be happy.     It’s Christmas time and many say this is the happiest time of the year.  So, are you happy?  Did you know that most people say all they want is to “just be happy”?  In fact, according to an Australian nurse, Bronnie Ware in her book: Read More

Do you have an inner critic bullying you?
17 Nov

Do you have an inner critic bullying you?

Is your inner bully getting the best of you…the voice that says you’re “not good enough” & never seems to shut up?   Do you allow others to talk to you the way you let your inner critic talk to you?  How often do you notice your inner critic making self-rejecting judgments or bullying you?  What is your bully saying to you?  Below are some examples of common self-judgments that Read More

Do you have a noisy mind?…It just might be ruining your life! Part 2
2 Jun

Do you have a noisy mind?…It just might be ruining your life! Part 2

Do you have a noisy mind? It just might be ruining your life! Would you like an off button for your thoughts? If so, ask yourself these questions: Do your thoughts have power over you or are you in charge? Are you trapped in mind chatter that keeps you stuck in negativity, judgment, comparison, or rejection? Do you feel afraid, worried, trapped, or out-of-control? Are your thoughts creating unnecessary suffering Read More

Do you have a noisy mind?…It just might be ruining your life! Part 1
1 Jun

Do you have a noisy mind?…It just might be ruining your life! Part 1

Do you have a noisy mind? It just might be ruining your life. Here’s why… Ask yourself these questions: Do you have an off button for your thoughts? Do you have the authority over your thoughts? Are you in the driver’s seat of your life? If not, do you want to take back that authority?  Did you know, that thoughts cause most of our suffering & it’s unnecessary?  It’s not Read More