Larry's NOTE: I would encourage you to read this article with an open mind, knowing that there is a distinction between religion and spirituality that everyone needs to know. You can gain further insight by reading the BONUS Article at the end of this article. Inna Segal, Guest Author Exploring your spiritual, deeper, more mysterious side can be one of the most exhilarating experiences of your life. Spirituality can give you clarity, vision, and guidance where you had confusion, … [Read more...]
Gimme Some JOY! ~ Larry James
Gimme Some JOY! The next time you see me or any of your friends, imagine that you hear us say, "Gimme some joy!" and so, you do that. You give them some of your joy. You be the bright spot in someone's day! Don't tell me you don't have any joy because I know you do. Everyone does. This doesn't mean that you will go around joyously all the time. ;-) I doubt seriously if anyone could do that... not all the time. I don't suggest that you "fake it till you make" it because most people I … [Read more...]
Life Goes By in the Blink of an Eye!
Enjoy the blink together. Never miss an opportunity to express your love for your partner - in words and in deeds. Hugs are fun too. Say, "I Love you!" out loud at least once a day! Call them... right now to say, "I love you!" Life moves quickly. Things change rapidly. Never hold on to being right. A closer look can tell you why. Let go. Forgive often. "The act of forgiveness takes place in our own mind. It really has nothing to do with the other person!" ~ Louise … [Read more...]
Turn On Your Happy Switch!
Turn On Your Happy Switch! November and December are months that typically bring to mind family and friends. It is often a difficult time for people who have lost a loved one through death, divorce or separation. The following suggestions will help you to focus on giving the gift of happiness, not sadness, first to yourself and to your friends during the final days of this year. Researchers have determined that the human brain is much better at taking in negative experiences than … [Read more...]
Be Grateful for Everything!
Be Grateful for Everything! We set aside November as a special time to be grateful and to be thankful for all our blessings! I'm thinking that it might be a great idea to pause for a few seconds every day to think about something for which we are grateful. Gratitude inspires kindness and connection. I am most grateful for the power of choice. Every day we make thousands of choices about our thoughts, our feelings and our actions. Each choice brings with it it's own consequences. Some … [Read more...]
Celebrate Love at Your Very Own “Wonderama!”
How long has it been since the two of you really spent some "quality" time together? Does your relationship need a little extra oomph? Whether you've been married or together for years, show your partner how much you appreciate them by planning some sexy surprises for a very special night together. I'm talking about a night with absolutely no distractions; no kids, no smart phones, iPads, texting, TV, etc. None! I'm talking a very special evening of Love and romance. The kind of time … [Read more...]
How deep is your love?
How Far Would You Go to Prove Your Love? How far would you really go to support someone you say you love? How deep is your love? Have you ever said, "I would give my life for her or him? Would you really jump in front of a bullet for your partner? Under what circumstances? How strong is your commitment? Are you willing to put your commitment on the line? If you would, does that mean that you consider your life as unimportant next to the loved one or is it just something to say to … [Read more...]
Anger Issues?
Only one thing activates, then converts the negative energy of anger into positive energy... intention. The intention must be to do something different; something that works. When you discover that what you have been doing isn't working, the only logical thing to do is to do something different. We are talking about change. Yes, it is uncomfortable to change. You must decide which is the most uncomfortable. The same energy you expend on anger, when re-directed, can help free you of the … [Read more...]
Change is Good – Reasons Why
CHANGE IS GOOD We use reasons to explain away why we don't want to do something different; reasons why we don't want to change. If we know that doing something different might help the situation, not doing something different is called "stupid." The best reason why has never solved the problem. Often reasons why are understandable, however what is not understandable is why we feel the need to have our lives dominated by reasons why we didn't do something different instead of focusing on … [Read more...]