Is The Act Of Surrender An Illusion? “When you surrender to what is and so become fully present, the past ceases to have any power. You do not need it anymore. Presence is the key. Now is the key.” — Eckhart Tolle What does the notion of surrender mean to you? Does it imply submission or giving…

Make Decisions In Alignment With Your Highest Values “Success does not consist in never making mistakes but in never making the same one a second time.”― George Bernard Shaw Have you made mistakes you regret? I know I have. Mistakes are unavoidable because they are sewn into the fabric of life and none are immune to them. You…

Understanding The Nature Of Pain “We are made wise not by the recollection of our past, but by the responsibility for our future.” — George Bernard Shaw A troubled past is not a sentence for a deprived future. Our wounds can often be used to create a remarkable future, if we perceive them through the…

Holding On Tightly To The Past “We are made wise not by the recollection of our past, but by the responsibility for our future.” — George Bernard Shaw Do you have a sentimental view of the past or is it mixed with guilt and regret? Contemplate this question closely because it will give you a glimpse…

An Unrelenting Desire “To find what you seek in the road of life, the best proverb of all is that which says: “Leave no stone unturned.” — Edward Bulwer Lytton In an ancient Greek fable, the playwright Euripides conveys a story of an army general who buries a large treasure in his tent…

Trust Life Knows What It’s Doing “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” — Anne Lamott When problems occur, what is your first reaction? Do you worry about it and try to fix it? Do you become anxious, frustrated or angry? It’s natural we respond this way, but…

Reframe Negative Or Limiting Self-Talk “If you consciously start to change the words you use, you WILL start to change the way you experience your life.” — Emmet Fox I want to introduce you to an idea that may improve your life. I know I’m making a big claim here, which might seem unrealistic. All…

Our Thoughts Are Saboteurs “Self-doubt is the anchor that keeps our ships from sailing.” — Steve Maraboli What comes to mind when you read the title of this article? Pay close attention to your inner dialogue and notice what it’s telling you. Is it disparaging or one of disbelief? Our immediate response is often…

Become An Observer Of Your Thoughts “Find ecstasy in life; the mere sense of living is joy enough.” — Emily Dickinson How would you describe your thoughts? Are you someone that over-analyses everything? Do you look for signs before you take action? This is isn’t about ascribing blame but trying to understand our thoughts better. For…