by Merci Gracia | Dec 8, 2019 | One
We aren’t who we think we are. Our identity is a construct. It’s the product of our upbringing, experiences, biology and cultural setting. We are not the exclusive authors of it. It’s been co-designed by our parents, teachers, siblings and the...
by Merci Gracia | Sep 30, 2019 | One
In this world where everything is measured, compared. rated and categorized, it’s tempting to create a narrative that sets us apart and allows us to be noticed, recognized, admired and respected. In doing this, we don’t intend to distance ourselves from...
by Merci Gracia | Aug 23, 2019 | One
The desire to belong to a group is natural. But, tribally excluding others, segregating or placing oneself in a superior category through association, is a weak way to grasp for power that’s neither earned nor real. No one is automatically better than another...
by Merci Gracia | Sep 30, 2017 | One
One definition of spirit is ‘the nonphysical part of a person that is the seat of emotions and character.’ Since everyone has emotions and character, everyone has a spirit. But, everyone doesn’t necessarily identify with that part of their being....