When I was young and my mom would ask me to go find something for her, I frequently came back within minutes announcing, "I couldn't find it." My mom's customary response was, "You are looking with your eyes closed", by which she meant that I wasn't intentionally looking for the thing I was after or… Continue reading How I Make Things Magically Appear Before My Eyes (and I am Mostly Serious)
We all have rough days in which we feel sad, disappointed, or insecure about ourselves. Here are some peaceful thoughts to remember the next time you are having a rough day, whether that day is today or in the future. ***** If you enjoyed this post, please consider sharing on social media.
Recently my husband and I visited the Pacific Northwest--specifically Oregon--which is where I grew up. I love visiting that area of the country. I always associate it with beauty, wonder, and mystery. One of my favorite things about the culture in Oregon is all the the Bigfoot lore and memorabilia one encounters while visiting there.… Continue reading Bigfoot Affirmations™: For a Groovy State of Mind
I used to hate affirmations. And then I figured out how to use them in a powerful way. So I wrote this post about affirmations for people who hate affirmations. Here is How it Happened I remember a popular SNL skit from the eighties. In the skit, there was a guy, Stuart Smalley, who looks… Continue reading Affirmations for People Who Hate Affirmations
Dear Friend: Whether your holidays are wonderful or miserable, here are some peaceful thoughts for you during this time: Peace to you. ***** If you found this post helpful, please consider sharing on social media.
All of us get stuck in our Wounded Self sometimes, as we start acting out of fear, rage, hopelessness, and addictions because we are just trying to cope. Here is a prayer for us when we get stuck in situations like this. If you are agnostic about God and/or prayer, you can use this as… Continue reading An Intention or Prayer for Those Stuck In the Wounded Self
The things you say to yourself can empower you to live more fully and beautifully, or they can wilt your spirit. You are the closest person to you, so what you say to yourself really matters. This is how our spirit feels when we say unkind things to ourselves. Here are two things you can… Continue reading What are You Saying to Yourself Today?
