by Merci Gracia | Mar 31, 2012 | Authenticity, Awareness, Conditioning, Inner Presence
You were born with an essential nature. It’s been hidden by layers of conditioning that you absorbed from family, friends and society. This process is normal and necessary for your personal evolution. So is uncovering it. To access this inner presence that knows...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 30, 2012 | Appreciation, Attention, Forgiveness, Happiness, Intention, Practice
No matter how remote your dreams seem, keep your chin up. The most effective way to foster them is to keep your focus on how you’ll feel when they are a fait accompli. Don’t worry about how to make them happen. The quickest way to fulfillment is to focus...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 29, 2012 | Attention, Compassion, Conscious, Discernment, Fear, Feelings, Perception
Even dismal situations can reveal valuable new insights that improve your life. Some remind you how resilient, capable and adaptable you are. Others teach the temporariness of all experience. Still others remind you to appreciate moments you might otherwise take for...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 28, 2012 | Control, Embody, Gratitude, Habits, Intention, Practice, Thoughts
Modern medicine confirms the intimate connection between mind and body. The harmful impact of unconscious thinking is evident in a variety of stress-related conditions. Since unhealthy thinking can harm the body, it stands to reason that balanced thinking can heal the...
by Merci Gracia | Mar 27, 2012 | Acceptance, Judgments, Truth, Understanding
Identifying with a particular group has some obvious benefits. It can be comforting, enjoyable and supportive to be around people with similar beliefs. But, focusing on the differences between yourself and others, breeds separation and judgement. Could war exist...