“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.”
–Leo Buscaglia, American author, professor and philosopher
Thank you Mr. Buscaglia for saying the truth. All too often we miss the opportunity to be kind.
Take the time to notice who might need you.
You can change a life.
I realized something profound today. I was blamed as the cause of someones pain. I don’t remember causing this person so much pain. Even though I don’t remember I am willing to accept the blame 100% because it frees them. It brings them freedom to get rid of a burden and move forward.
This the most compassionate thing I can do.
I will cease being defensive and accept this persons
pain. I offer my pain and theirs for all that suffer
the same problems.
g.piazza
When someone really cares about you,
They make an effort,
Not an excuse.
Powerplug
For a long time I’ve been impressed by the widom and power of the “12 steps” of Alcoholics Anonymous and other addiction programs, and have thought that they could equally well be applied to the fundamental problem afflicting us all – the ego-mind. I have also felt that the key steps of the twelve step program were the first ones.
So here’s my own shortened version of the steps applied to the ego-mind. I’m not suggesting you should agree with me on them. But if they help your own thinking in some way, that’s enough.
- We admitted that we were controlled by the dictates of the ego-mind, that this led to increased suffering in ourselves and others, and that we could not, on our own, release ourselves from its control.
- Recognized that there was a Higher Power that could restore us to sanity.
- Made a decision to turn our will over to the care of this Higher Power.
- Sought to improve our conscious contact with this Higher Power, allowing It to guide our thinking and decisions.
Sometimes people try to expose
what’s wrong with you
because
they can’t handle
everything that is right with you.
Brahama Kumaris
Your brain is a radio transmitter.
It broadcasts thoughts, directions,
vibrations to your cells.
You choose the station it’s tuned to.
Kris Carr
When you do not upset yourself thinking about how others must change and instead you concentrate on your own change, good things start to happen. First, you will feel better about yourself. Second, you will start to have positive feelings towards others and start to understand them. Third, others start having a more positive attitude towards you. There are many hidden benefits in personal change.
thoughtfortoday.org.uk
Finding your path means not to look where you think you should be based on outside standards.
Finding your path means looking for who you are and basing your life on your standards.
Even if it looks strange and un-do-able follow that path and you will arrive at your perfect place where there is joy and fulfillment.
g.piazza
Abraham, from the Bible, approached his day differently. Every time he met with aggression, every time he met with people that sought to do him harm. every time he ran up against a wall, he would say:
“I accept this situation for what it is, and instead of letting it victimize me, i will transform it into something positive”.
Excerpt from Karen Berg: Daily Consciousness:Finding Spirituality
Maybe we could do the same thing.
Try it.
Here are a few questions for you to think about. Questions help you grow and at the very least examine why you make certain choices.
What if I had the opportunity to begin _______ again?
What if I started ending what I did not need anymore?
What if I told the truth to myself and others for a day?
What fear hold me back?
What choices can I change to bring more peace in my life?
Why am I resisting changing what I know has to be change?
Am I making decisions based on outdated beliefs?
Asking questions can be enlightening and uncomfortable but worth the effort. Take your time and write your answers down.
You may be surprised by your perspective.
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FEEL FREE - just sharing what moves through me
For your stitching adventures!
...making the business of marketing and licensing for creators understandable, achievable and affordable.
My art, writing and mental health stuff. Hope it helps.
The latest news on WordPress.com and the WordPress community.
WEE FOLK STUDIO
All things holly, jolly, and odd-ly...
A journey to healing from complex trauma.
NO SECRETS-NO SIDES | निर्गुह्य-निष्पक्ष | NIRGUHYA-NISPAKSA
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