A seed grows with no sound, but a tree falls with huge noise. Destruction has noise, but creation is quiet. There in is the power of silence. Enjoying the silence does not mean this is peace. Peace is a state of mind and body. Silence feels so good Taking space from others gives you a chance to set boundaries, work… Read More
The Power of Being Lonely
It is hard when you are ignored and pushed out from friends, people, groups and even family. People who professed to care for you, who said they loved you. People and relationships come in and out of your life. Some stay for longer periods and some have very quick seasons. These seasons of change that come are painful. The shift in… Read More
The Four Agreements
The lessons in this book The Four Agreements will change your life. It lays four things out very clearly and the “light bulb” will go on with how much you do these things in your life. These four things are called the four agreements. When you are not in agreement with these four things, your life will be WAY more difficult… Read More
Mercy Claims the Repentant
The definition of mercy: mer·cy ˈmərsē/ (noun) compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one’s power to punish or harm. Mercy is a very meek action based off of a strong emotion called compassion. Mercy is a meek action because the one showing mercy usually is in a position of power or authority. A person in a position of… Read More
Difference in Beliefs
I love this quote. It puts the responsibility for our actions on us, and takes away the “victim” mentality. It does not matter what another says, does, or believes. It can not affect you unless you let it. We have the power to let it in or keep it out. I am constantly dumbfounded on how stupid and rude the… Read More
Porcupines in Our Life
This book How to Hug a Porcupine, by Dr. John Lewis Lund was recommended to me several years ago, and it really made a huge difference in my life. There are some relationships we can not run away from. Some people we can not just cut out of our lives. Plus, if there is a lesson you need to learn… Read More