“You were born an original. Don’t die a copy.” – John Mason Beliefs define how we see and act in the world. We have beliefs about virtually everything—relationships, family, politics, religion, entertainment, global warming, etc. Belief is what makes us human. It’s the foundation on which we build our lives. Most importantly, our beliefs tell…
How to Develop Habits that Lead to Success
“We first make our habits, and then our habits make us.” – John Dryden Humans are creatures of habit. We seek comfort in rituals that free us to focus on less predictable things. Routine gives us a feeling of security and control over our environments whether it be needing your morning cup of coffee before…
Why Seeing From a Higher Perspective is Essential
“No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it.” – Albert Einstein “If only I knew then what I know now.” How many times have you said these words to yourself? You may find yourself wishing you could go back and choose differently, whether it was something you said that…
5 Simple Ways to Declutter Your Mind
“Empty your mind, stop thinking about anything, simply be.” – Paulo Coelho Like most people in modern society, you probably get overwhelmed regularly. Your brain gets overloaded because there’s so much happening around you. If you find yourself unable to think clearly and make decisions easily, there’s a strong chance you’re dealing with a serious…
How to Tell Your Ego from Your Higher Self
“Never allow your ego to diminish your ability to listen.” ― Gary Hopkins At any time of day, we may find our minds filled with incessant chatter. If we’re not conscious of it, we can get overwhelmed with worries, judgments, and rants. Buddha described these aspects of our thoughts as the “monkey mind” because they…
The Four Aspects of Aging
“We don’t stop playing because we grow old. We grow old because we stop playing.” – George Bernard Shaw “Age is just a number,” is a catchphrase that’s so popular, it’s become almost a cliché. Our culture is youth obsessed, and hundreds of books with similar titles flood the self-help bookshelves. Our society celebrates youth…
The Keys to Handling Criticism Well
Accept both compliments and criticism. It takes both sun and rain for a flower to grow. I admit that I don’t take criticism well. It’s not something that comes naturally, and I have to be conscious of the signs that I’ve been triggered: a racing mind and a faster heartbeat. I was raised by a…
How to Change Your Attitude When You Can’t Change Anything Else
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” – Maya Angelou A simple shift in our attitude can change how we experience life. The way we decide to respond to our circumstances determines how much satisfaction it brings. But what if the reality we face is exceptionally hard…
5 Things to Keep in Mind When Setting Your Priorities
“Always remember, your focus determines your reality.” – George Lucas When I first began writing this blog post, I had a completely different narrative in mind. After witnessing the coronavirus pandemic that has spread across the globe, causing chaos and fear in every country, I decided to rewrite it. I changed my focus as a…
5 Ladylike Qualities Still Important Today
“The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.” – Audrey Hepburn The idea of femininity has drastically changed over the past century. Women have won their rights and have gained influence in almost every field. They have more opportunities for…
