Well, that sucks. That’s the very first place to start. Sympathy is a healer, it coagulates the bleeding. Well, that sucks. It won’t drag them down if you validate their pain. It doesn’t mean you condone how they got into the pickle, or the fact that they may be bitching about the same chump after seven years, or that they done gone did it again — or any of that fairly useless judgement and assessing. Just nod, and say, 'Well, that sucks'. Do not immediately tell them that: • … [Read more...]
Relationships, ‘The First Thing to Say to a Friend in Need’
Butterfly Effect, Awareness of Consequence – Take Positive Action!
In chaos theory, the butterfly effect is the sensitive dependence on initial conditions, where a small change at one place in a deterministic nonlinear system can result in large differences to a later state. The name of the effect, coined by Edward Lorenz, is derived from the theoretical example of a hurricane's formation being contingent on whether or not a distant butterfly had flapped its wings several weeks before. Although the butterfly effect may appear to be an esoteric and … [Read more...]
VERONICA, ‘Upon Waking Each Day …’, April Crawford
Upon Waking Each Day... "Upon waking each day, be sure to decide that whatever occurs will be an adventure. In the linear, there are moments that one would define as unusual. To have the opportunity to explore that unknown territory is indeed a gift. As soon as your eyes open, breathe in the life you are creating. Place your feet upon the floor and boldly begin the walk through your day. Being an energy that moves through risky, often thick physical environments can feel awkward if you … [Read more...]
The Valor of a Woman { Eshet Chayil } – Sherrie Rose
The INNER ESSENCE of a WOMAN will always, like Cinderella, not be a victimized scullery girl; but a woman, even if placed in an awful situation, is able to make the best of it. THE POEM - A Woman of Valor The poem that begins with the idea that a woman is more precious than pearls or rubies is in the Proverbs. There are different translations and below are two translations from two websites which are listed at the end under references. The second … [Read more...]
SHIRLEE HALL, BE HEALED FOREVER – How Dense are You?
HOW DENSE ARE YOU? I was smiling as I wrote the title. For millions of years we have been evolving and will continue to do so. At the same time, human beings resist change and find it difficult. Then, there is always someone like me who thrives on change. The process was set in motion long ago and we will continue to co-create our own experience. Awareness is a prerequisite to all acceptable changes of theory. In other words, everything begins in the mind of the individual. What we … [Read more...]
Healers, Helpers and Guides: Stormy Times – The True Gift
Every event in our life serves a purpose and provides us with an opportunity to learn and grow. Sometimes, when we don't yet understand this, we blame others and move away from the lesson, rather than walk through the pain with an open heart. In her book, Healers, Helpers and Guides: Stormy Times - The True Gift, Bertie looks back at the experiences in her life, the adversities, that actually prepared her for her purpose and mission. As she shares her inner journey with an enormous depth … [Read more...]
Helen Keller – WOMAN of ACTION™
A Celebration of Women™ is honored to Celebrate this Life with our tribute, one lived with courage, conviction and more care for others than most. Rising above her challenges with sight, sound and more, this powerhouse has left a legacy that our world learns from daily, still. Immortality was this woman's Destiny! WOMAN of ACTION™ "For many generations, more than we can count, we bowed our heads and submitted to blindness and begging. This blind and … [Read more...]
GPS Your Best Life™ Charmaine Hammond & Debra Kasowski – Nov 26
Join authors of GPS Your Best Life ™ Charmaine Hammond & Debra Kasowski to Dream Big and Live Bigger™! Saturday November 26, 2011 from 9 am to Noon Aldergrove Community League 8535 – 182 Street Edmonton, AB Vision Board Your Future! Dream It…Believe It… Live It…Achieve It! Do you have a difficult time gaining clarity about what you want in life? Discover how you can get a clearer picture about what you want and learn ways in which you can achieve … [Read more...]
Louise Hay – WOMAN of ACTION™
A Celebration of Women™ is honored to Celebrate the Life of this pure example of Faith in Action. We send our blessings of JOY and PEACE. Beginning her Journey at a time when the rest of the world could barely spell the word "thought", this woman was devoting her time to the investigations and proof by example, that our 'Our Thoughts Create our Life'. Awakening after great struggles in her personal life; this Woman never gave up, only searched more diligently for her own Truth. … [Read more...]
Purity, what is it?
'What is PURITY?' PURITY is a state of being; it requires eons of time to consciously awaken in the thinking mind. It is the key to perfection in matter. PURITY is compassionate understanding and is aware that each soul struggles for conscious realization in form. PURITY is cleanliness of thought. It does not soil itself with negativity that separates; darkness dissipates or obstructs the energy of the soul. PURITY is kindness and selflessness toward all life; the desire to willingly … [Read more...]
SIOBHAN WILCOX – Quote Action of the Day
Your "QuoteAction" of the day: "All our dreams can come true - if we have the courage to pursue them." Walt Disney Your Action for today is: 'to take a few moments to reflect on one of your dreams and then do just one step to advance it'. Have an extraordinary day! Wishing you Love, Light and Peace in your day. Siobhan Wilcox Be the change that you what to see! Siobhan Wilcox 3435 Camino Del Rio Sth, Suite 112 San Diego, CA … [Read more...]
“88 Books That Shaped America”, LOC ~ Celebration exhibition June 25 – Sept 29th
“Books That Shaped America” The Library of Congress –the world’s largest repository of knowledge and information–is beginning its multiyear “Celebration of the Book” with an exhibition, “Books That Shaped America,” opening June 25. The exhibition is part of a larger series of programs, symposia and other events that explore the important and varied ways that books influence our lives. The “Books That Shaped America” exhibition will be on view from June 25 through Sept. 29 in the … [Read more...]
SIOBHAN WILCOX – Quote Action of the Day
Your "QuoteAction" of the day: "I've missed over 9,000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times I've been trusted to take the game-winning shot... and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed." Michael Jordan Your Action for today is ... 'to call someone who has repeatedly said no and ask them again'. Have an extraordinary day! Wishing you Love, Light and Peace in your day. Siobhan Wilcox Be … [Read more...]
Chloe JonPaul – WOMAN of ACTION™
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this power of example of rising above being a victim; and is here now to help the Women of our World to develop that 'knowing' of What Life is Really All About! WOMAN of ACTION™ Chloe JonPaul My name is Chloe JonPaul and I’m from Bowie, Maryland which is in the Washington, D.C. metro area. I recently celebrated my 75th birthday and I’m having the best time of my life! I was a teacher for 35 years, having … [Read more...]
SIOBHAN WILCOX – Quote Action of the Day
Your "QuoteAction" of the day: "Just because you are already in shape, doesn't mean you should stop going to the gym." Life Coach, Devlyn Steele Your Action for today is ... 'to add a new element to your exercise routine'. Have an extraordinary day! Wishing you Love, Light and Peace in your day. Siobhan Wilcox Be the change that you what to see! 3435 Camino Del Rio Sth, Suite 112 San Diego, CA … [Read more...]