“No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.” ~ Nelson Mandela, Long Walk…
“A miracle is nothing more than allowing an old grievance to become a current compassion.” ~ Dr. Lee Jampolsky You know, my friend, the miracles, the blessings, they are all around us just waiting to happen — waiting for us to let them happen. And all it takes is a shift in our energy, a…
“Crucifixion is the energy pattern of fear, the manifestation of a closed heart. Resurrection is the reversal of that pattern, brought about by a shift in thought from fear to love.” ~ Marianne Williamson, A Return to Love All it takes is a shift in thought and you can go from condemnation to compassion, from criticism…
“Ultimately, when you open your heart to yourself, you will find you have compassion for everything and everybody.” ~ Debbie Ford, The Dark Side of the Light Chasers You know, my friend, it’s okay to be imperfect. In fact, it’s natural to be imperfect. Haven’t you noticed how it’s those imperfections that make us all unique…
“It’s easier for a human being to think negatively than positively. That’s why only five percent are successful. You must begin now to place yourself in that group.” ~ Earl Nightingale It takes discipline to train your mind to follow a positive track. And let’s not forget diligence and perseverance. But you know what else…
“In cultivating loving kindness, we train first to be honest, loving, and compassionate toward ourselves. Rather than nurturing self-denigration, we begin to cultivate a clear-seeing kindness. Sometimes we feel good and strong. Sometimes we feel inadequate and weak. But our loving-kindness is unconditional. No matter how we feel, we can aspire to be happy. We…