The flame of one small candle can illuminate a dark room with its gentle glow. That tiny flame has the potential to light a thousand other candles, yet by doing so, it does not lose any of its own shine. Similarly, when we let our own light shine, we have the potential to brighten the … Continue reading The Light of a Candle
Taking time for yourself is important, otherwise trying to balance your regular responsibilities with holiday get-togethers and all the additional flurry of activity that the holiday season brings can leave you feeling depleted and anxious. If you prioritize your needs, you will be able to handle everything more easily. This includes responding appropriately to your … Continue reading The Gift of Self-Care
When someone asks, “How are you?” most of us just respond automatically: “Fine; how are you?” or something similar, even when we are not feeling fine at all. We may often hide our true feelings behind the social mask we wear around others. This is not healthy and is exhausting in and of itself. “Depression … Continue reading Light at the End of the Tunnel
Most of us interact with people on a daily basis. Sometimes it can be quite tedious as we go through the day, dealing with all types of personalities and dynamics. When we start feeling overwhelmed or just aggravated with the people around us, it is the perfect time to consider what we do appreciate. We … Continue reading Appreciation
There are so many reasons to be thankful, yet we often take them for granted, or only give a fleeting amount of attention to them. However, by putting our intentional focus on all the different reasons we have for which to be grateful, we open ourselves to even more abundance. “Wear gratitude like a cloak … Continue reading A Thankful Heart
Doubt. It’s that sometimes subtle, sometimes obvious, fearful feeling that shows up when we’re trying to make some kind of improvement in our lives. Whether we’re trying to get healthier, stick to a budget and save money, or follow a dream, doubt can really make a mess of things and if we let it, it … Continue reading Kick Doubt to the Curb
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