“When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the universe.”
– John Muir, 1838 – 1914, Writer, Naturalist/Environmental Activist
Love, because her eternal presence, may travel across zillions of planets,
just as she may also travel just a few centimeters between our faces that are present.
Love, is grand and deep in all forms. And you can find Love, anywhere. There is wonder in her vibrations, (more…)
It is time to face the monsters you sleep with and unite with your friends who are waiting to hold your hand.
It is time to be honest with yourself and open the doors of your heart to everything that you believe in. (Even if it were a long time ago, when you were a child perhaps — without much worldly knowledge, but full of curious enthusiasm!)
You are your own locksmith — you, only, have the key, for you created its lock. You are the creator of your special space and the facilitator of its sharing. (more…)
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of connection and the path to the feeling of worthiness. If it doesn’t feel vulnerable, the sharing is probably not constructive.” – Brené Brown, Bestselling Author, Public Speaker
You may be afraid to share something with someone, because you feel they may stop Loving you.
When you are open with someone, about anything, they will not only continue to Love you but THEY WILL LOVE YOU MORE. They will Love you wholeheartedly, completely.
Your secrets when revealed create (more…)
“When you are joyous, look deep into your heart and you shall find it is only that which has given you sorrow that is giving you joy. When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.”
– Khalil Gibran, 1883 – 1931, Poet, Writer, Artist, Theologian
The gift of Love is our birthright.
We were born to receive and we are raised to give — hence, putting it more clearly — receiving is of primary (more…)
“Beauty without expression is boring.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1803 – 1882, Writer/Essayist, Poet
Just as being active and exercise keeps your body healthy and alive, practicing Love and compassion will keep your soul happy!
Let us not wait for Valentine’s Day. Buy a rose for your special someone today.
Let us not wait for a phonecall from an old friend; make that phonecall today. (more…)
“My humanity is bound up in yours, for we can only be human together.”
– Desmond Mpilo Tutu, Social Rights Activist, Peacemaker
My Love only has meaning when we are together.
And when you sit beside me, I may feel that, in, between, your presence and mine. Togetherness.
With you by my side, I can awaken the stars from their silent slumber.
With you by my side, I can call forth the sea to its shore. (more…)
“Life without love is like a tree without blossoms or fruit.”
– Kahlil Gibran, 1883 – 1931, Poet, Writer, Philosopher, Painter
Sweet Love is everywhere, yes, and it is also most approachable within yourself!
Happy plucking! (more…)
“Do what makes you feel good. Remind yourself of what you’re good at and make sure you do that.”
– Jessie J (Jessica Ellen Cornish), Singer, Songwriter, Recording Artist (Pop, R&B)
If you think you’ve got it, keep getting it. Keep your feel-good attitude on!
It doesn’t take long before you become complacent or over-confident.
And things may just slip away when you look the other way.
Don’t let the scales tip over. (more…)
“There is only one thing for us to do, and that is to do our level best right where we are every day of our lives; To use our best judgment, and then to trust the rest to that Power which holds the forces of the universe in his hands.”
– Orison Swett Marden, 1850 – 1924, New Thought Writer
The Universe, the Source, God and the Angels — all as one — ultimately, the big ocean.
And we are one of many rivers and streams that come from and return to it. (more…)
“You do not need to leave your room. Remain sitting at your table and listen. Do not even listen, simply wait, be quiet still and solitary. The world will freely offer itself to you to be unmasked, it has no choice, it will roll in ecstasy at your feet.”
– Franz Kafka, 1883 – 1924, Novelist, Writer
Exactly where we are in our life right now, is exactly where we need to be.
Most of our pains come from resisting where we are at and that often lands us in a desperate search. We are neither here nor there with our senses confused and (more…)
“I believe God did intend, in giving us intelligence, to give us the opportunity to investigate and appreciate the wonders of His creation. He is not threatened by our scientific adventures.”
– Francis Collins, Physician-Geneticist, Author (Science, Medicine, Spirituality)
Just as we are in awe of the legendary accomplishments of mankind through the years, now and in the past, we are also in awe of nature and all divine things that were presented to us from day one of our lives. (more…)
“The thousand mysteries around us would not trouble but interest us, if only we had cheerful, healthy hearts.”
— Friedrich Nietzsche, 1844 – 1900, Philosopher
When we keep peace within our hearts, we automatically look at our world that way.
And though there is hunger, destitution and sorrow, we may still be at peace. And this peace may certainly lift us above and beyond in our experiences. (more…)