While the term Sacred often refers to religious concepts - God(s), ceremonies, writings, etc. - it has a secular application, too, when applied to those things we venerate and revere in the same manner. Take a minute to make of list of the things you hold the be Sacred, and focus on being in integrity [...]
There are so many mysteries and apparent miracles in life that the entire experience - every breath, every heartbeat, every thought, every feeling, every sensation, and every experience - seems amazingly and awesomely Uncanny to me! How about you?
Grasping things is an important skill for infants and toddlers, and Grasping concepts is important for everyone. Grasp those concepts that empower you, and keep them forever!
I love focusing on joyful words, like Mirth, gaiety, laughter, merriment, happiness, silliness, playfulness, glee, etc. Just reading or remembering the words lifts my spirit - how about you?
Carnivals and parties are quite interesting to me. Someone decides that it's time to have some fun, and organizes and hosts an event where people come and join in. They simply choose to have fun at a designated time and place. So, why not every day? Why not right now?
When I was a younger man, people didn’t argue in public nearly as much as they do today. Generally, people held their emotions in check. Being cool and calm and civil was considered a virtue. Adages like “think before you speak”, and “choose your words carefully, because tomorrow you may have to eat them” [...]
Take a few minutes and Catalog your strengths and weaknesses. It's an interesting exercise, is both empowering and humbling, and it brings great perspective and wisdom.
For some people, travel is challenging and expensive. But most of us have the ability to take little Excursions from time to time. Work an enjoyable Excursion or two into your schedule from time to time, and celebrate the freedom to do so!
Just as we all have the opportunity to define our values, we also have the opportunity to define what we consider to be Moral / good / correct behavior. My list starts with compassion, respect, fairness, and kindness. How about yours?
I always recommend that you have goals for what you want to do, what you want to have (Possess), how you want to feel, and the person you want to be. Possessions can contribute greatly to our health and happiness, but relying on them too much can be a huge problem.