In our modern age we tend to lack “stick-to-it-ness.” We need quick fixes. We give up easily. When obstacles arise, we often lack the tenacity to persist and hence develop the habit toward laziness. This only reinforces our not getting the job done. Resilience gives us strength we never thought we had. It’s like the reserve tank of gas in my old VW bug when the gauge showed empty. So when we are performing beneficial activities, NEVER GIVE UP! NEVER GIVE UP! NEVER GIVE UP!
Life’s challenges can be daunting sometimes. What do we do when faced with huge obstacles? We may freak out! That’s o.k. provided we calm down we get courageous and strong. Emotionally let’s step back to […]
t is a good time of year to reflect on our year and begin to set our priorities for 2019. An important part of the mix is self-care. The better we take care of ourselves, […]
What is lacking from our education, is understanding our mind, our inner life. Education is oriented outward towards the material world. We do not teach our children about their inner world of emotions, of compassion, […]
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