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Often I find myself reflecting on my impact to the world and whether or not I am fulfilling my purpose. Dr. Regina J. Dekker, Msc.D has written a thought provoking article on how all the healing modalities are meant to bring people back into their natural flow or energy and balance. So no matter … [Read more...]
Photo Credit: Joe Penniston via Compfight Sometimes you just need a boost, you just need someone to say "you freakin' Kick-ass" you just need a word of inspiration. Here are 13 of my favourites, the ones I turn to when I need that re-charge to my confidence and motivation. "In the end, … [Read more...]
Photo Credit: Dani Sardà i Lizaran via Compfight In the fast pace world we live in today, life can be very stressful with the bills, children and just everyday normal life wearing you down. Life will have turbulence and will disturb you often if you allow. You do not have control over most things … [Read more...]
How do you find time to create a little piece of calmness in your world? For me it is mornings. I purposefully wake up an hour before I need to be a wake. This allows me to take the time to getting up, I am not rushed, I get my 15-20 minute shower. I mean how often does that happen ever when … [Read more...]
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Lao-tzu Eight years ago I was a control freak perfectionist workaholic! I worked 16 hour days, every day. One day, I found myself siting in my car in the parkade and crying. I was tired, sooo tired! Right then and … [Read more...]
Mindfulness exercises let you "tune in" to yourself. Distractions are let go, and your brain power is increased. The exercises help you think more clearly and concentrate better. The best news is that they are easier than you might think to learn. Easy Mindfulness Exercises Anytime you are … [Read more...]
When I was younger, I marveled at pictures of monks meditating in groups, sitting in awkward positions for long periods of time. What discipline it takes to do this day after day for years. Clearing their minds of all thought and being in the stillness of no mind. This is how you meditate. … [Read more...]
It’s easy to calm down quickly. No matter what is happening around us, we never have to become trapped in stress or anxiety. It’s important to learn how to calm down quickly this as negative emotions can easily become addictive. The longer we hold onto them, the harder it can be to let go. Zen … [Read more...]
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