101 Ways To Change The World – Step 5: Turn Down the Volume!

“Do you hear the noise?  Can you hear yourself think?  Are you speaking loudly?”

Do you rush home to hear the six o’clock news only to find yourself bombarded with war, crime, mayhem, corruption, greed, and trouble?  What would happen if you listened to soft music instead?  Would you be able to hear your thoughts, your voice, [...]

101 Ways to Change the World – Step 4: Live in Organization!

“Chaos affects our moods, our appetite, and even our sleep.  Invite organization into your life and feel the power of it.  Wouldn’t you like to feel at peace with your tasks?  There is power in knowing what comes next when you’ve just completed a task off your to do list.”

My husband had a demanding career, we [...]

101 Ways to Change the World – Step 3: Stay Close to Supportive People

“Our world is full of plenty of criticism and negative comments.  You don’t need more of either.  We respond to negativity easily, so surround yourself with supportive people who offer encouragement and understanding.”

What is the music of our minds playing everyday?  Do we berrate ourselves over every minor mistake we make?  Are we giving ourselves negative [...]

101 Ways To Change the World – Step 2: Practice Serenity

“Speak, move, act in peace …” -Francois Fenelon

“A calm spirit reflects inner peace.  Have you been around someone who seemed to make you feel better by just being with them?  Their serenity was contagious instantly.” 

I had an aunt that made me feel calm and relaxed when I was with her.  I remember that feeling of home [...]

101 Ways to Change The World – Step 1: Practice the Art of Contentment

When is the last time you spent an evening at home, enjoying a simple meal and quiet activities?  How did it make you feel?  Do you crave peace? 

What is the secret to finding contentment?  How do we reduce the stress in our life?  It’s a process, not an event.  Contentment is an art, a journey. 

Peace is [...]

Straight To the Heart!

“That’s where most criticism from others goes.  We hear the words, and even if we don’t believe it, the pain of what was said finds it’s way quickly to our heart.”

What can we do?  We can quit taking it personally.  When we get angry, it’s our choice.  I know it doesn’t seem that way.  We’re not robots.  [...]