Have you heard this Zen saying? “Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water.” To me, this is a gentle reminder that to be enlightened does…
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Choose Peace Not Fear
To be a peacemaker, we have to choose to be peaceful and be at peace. A very tall order when all around us we see strife and turmoil; however, that…
Learn to Let Go and Get What You Want
Do you find yourself in a stall pattern not moving in the direction or in the situation in life that you hoped to be? Often we find ourselves in patterns,…
Live Your Truths
Our ego has its idea of who we are. This idea has a powerful influence on us both positively and negatively. The ego supports you in moving forward and driving…
Listen to Your Inner Voice
When making choices and decisions, tune into your heart when evaluating which direction you will choose. What do I mean by that? Check in and ask how you feel about…
Develop your Inner Peace
Enlightenment doesn’t mean you have reached superhuman status. What it means is you have the same life lessons and life experiences, and you are choosing to view these experiences with…
Soak in Summers’ Gifts
Summer is my favorite time of year; however, the change in season is accompanied by a change in routine. As a mother, the schedule becomes less structured and more demanding…
Let Go of Regret and Empower Yourself
We all have moments of regret, something that we wish we had done or handled differently. If those thoughts carry negative emotions, weigh you down, or cause deep pain recognize…
Change Your Habits and Create a New Life
If you want to change something in your life the best place to start is your routines and habits. Habits we tend to do without thinking about them. This lack…
Learn to Love and Accept Yourself
A foundation of mindful living requires having a positive feeling about Self. Living without self-judgment or constantly belittling yourself, you create a mindset by which to see yourself in a…