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Courageous Compassion

May 29, 2012 by

  "And as I've gotten older, I've had more of a tendency to look for people who live by kindness, tolerance, compassion, a gentler way of looking at things." - Martin Scorsese When we do not love ourselves, we lack compassion for others. Plain and simple. Until we learn to love the being we … [Read more...]

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Be An Exception – YOU Are Amazing!

May 9, 2012 by

                    Be an exception to the rule. When we think and act for 'ourselves' with the attitude that as an individual our needs and wants may be different from the next person, life gets more joy-full. Copying other people to fit … [Read more...]

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Discipline is a Game Changer

April 30, 2012 by

“Talent without discipline is like an octopus on roller skates. There is plenty of movement, but you never know if it’s going to be forward, backwards, or sideways.” -H.Jackson Brown, Jr. Discipline is a very broad subject that partners well with responsibility. Self Discipline takes mental, … [Read more...]

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Transformation Time Is Now

March 29, 2012 by

"Transformation is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves. Out of this gift comes transformation for all."  -Debra Oakland Life is an ongoing activity of transformation. Spiritual growth helps us expand into our full potential. Change is difficult for people because stretching outside a … [Read more...]

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Happiness Is A Choice – Say YES!

February 28, 2012 by

The definition of happiness is different for each of us. Elizabeth Barrett Browning said “God have us two hands, one to receive joy and happiness, the other to give it away.” I have found it feels wonderful to give, and it also feels great to be open to receiving. Not knowing how to give or receive … [Read more...]

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