Quotes
A single smile is a cure for anything. It penetrates the human heart causing it to beat faster. A single smile means warmth, satisfaction, happiness, and most of all it means life. People smiling know and understand they have something worth living for. ~ Andriana Kelisakieva
I think we each have a personal sweet spot as well. It's the state of mind in which we experience the most joy and satisfaction in being ourselves. And from that place of pleasure and joy in being ourselves, energy arises to flow out into our day bringing with it the depth and resonance of our own beingness, bringing with it blessing. ~ David Spangler
The happiness of one's own heart alone cannot satisfy the soul; one must try to include, as necessary to one's own happiness, the happiness of others. ~ Paramahansa Yogananda
Blog Posts
Avoiding the Center ~ Quiet time each day is so important, but many are so out of practice that it’s almost unnerving to be in stillness.
4 Ideas to Live Simply and Cheaply When Times are Tough ~ “Every day is a journey, and the journey itself is home.” ~ Basho
Videos
Ron Gutman: The Hidden Power of Smiling ~ A great video posted by one of our fans in response to the quote by Andriana Kelisakieva. I hope that you will ake the time to watch the video.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
May 10, 2011
I usually start my posts in the morning and finish them in the evening. Today, was a bit different. I had the opportunity speak today at a Women's Luncheon at one of the local shops. The topic was one I know intimately . . . a little about me, a lot about my shop and then a little about tea. But let me tell, I was sooooo nervous.
I made it through my 15 minutes or so; but it was a tough 15 minutes. I took a speech class in college and one of the things the professor kept saying was that you should speak about what you know. Makes sense right? If you speak about the things you know then maybe you wont be so nervous . . . yeah right. I will admit, however, that it does help you stay on track so you aren't worried about messing up your lines. Still glad I had the note cards for reference. I made it through though; I guess I'm ready for the next time I have to speak in front of people; let's all hope it is about a subject I know and love.
When I was looking for quotes to post this morning I was hoping to find something about speaking in public, nervousness or anxiety, but none of those seemed to fit what I was looking for. Then I decided to look at the speaking thing as an opportunity; an opportunity to grow, an opportunity to share, an opportunity to face some fear, and opportunity to learn.
Quotes
How to Let Go of Fear to Live Passionately and Authentically ~ “If we are not fully ourselves, truly in the present moment, we miss everything.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh
I made it through my 15 minutes or so; but it was a tough 15 minutes. I took a speech class in college and one of the things the professor kept saying was that you should speak about what you know. Makes sense right? If you speak about the things you know then maybe you wont be so nervous . . . yeah right. I will admit, however, that it does help you stay on track so you aren't worried about messing up your lines. Still glad I had the note cards for reference. I made it through though; I guess I'm ready for the next time I have to speak in front of people; let's all hope it is about a subject I know and love.
When I was looking for quotes to post this morning I was hoping to find something about speaking in public, nervousness or anxiety, but none of those seemed to fit what I was looking for. Then I decided to look at the speaking thing as an opportunity; an opportunity to grow, an opportunity to share, an opportunity to face some fear, and opportunity to learn.
Quotes
Blog Posts
How to Let Go of Fear to Live Passionately and Authentically ~ “If we are not fully ourselves, truly in the present moment, we miss everything.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh
May 9, 2011
Quotes from other FB pages
A Blessing
May the light of your soul guide you
May the light of your soul bless t...he work you do with the secret love and warmth of your heart.
May you see in what you do the beauty of your own soul.
May the sacredness of your work bring healing, light and renewal to those who work with you and to those who see and receive your work.
May your work never weary you.
May it release within you wellsprings of refreshment, inspiration and excitement.
May you be present in what you do.
May you never become lost in the bland absences.
May the day never burden.
May dawn find you awake and alert, approaching your new day with dreams, possibilities and promises.
May evening find you gracious and fulfilled.
May you go into the night blessed, sheltered and protected.
May your soul calm, console and renew you.
John O'Donohue
May the light of your soul guide you
May the light of your soul bless t...he work you do with the secret love and warmth of your heart.
May you see in what you do the beauty of your own soul.
May the sacredness of your work bring healing, light and renewal to those who work with you and to those who see and receive your work.
May your work never weary you.
May it release within you wellsprings of refreshment, inspiration and excitement.
May you be present in what you do.
May you never become lost in the bland absences.
May the day never burden.
May dawn find you awake and alert, approaching your new day with dreams, possibilities and promises.
May evening find you gracious and fulfilled.
May you go into the night blessed, sheltered and protected.
May your soul calm, console and renew you.
John O'Donohue
"A truly good book teaches me better than to read it. I must soon lay it down, and commence living on its hint. What I began by reading, I must finish by acting." ~Henry David Thoreau Via EMBRACE POSITIVE PASSION
Don't move the way fear makes you move. Move the way love makes you move. Move the way joy makes you move - Osho Via ॐ Spiritual Bliss ॐ
It’s easy to forget that our entire existence is an infinitesimal moment in time, a single raindrop in the sea of eternity. We subconsciously focus on our little slice because it’s so much easier to digest. It solidifies the reality around us and makes us feel in control.
Breathe. When all else fails, turn your attention to the simple movement of your breath.
7 Ways to Turn Your Life From Boring to Bold ~ For me, a bold adventure means doing something you love, knowing where you’re going, and following your heart in every moment possible.
Monday, May 9, 2011
May 7, 2011
Here are the posts from Saturday . . . didn't post yesterday; my daughter and I spent the day together working at the shop, she took me to lunch and then we played miniature golf. Had a great day!
Quotes
It must be those brief moments
when nothing has happened - nor is going to.
Tiny moments, like islands in the ocean
beyond the grey continent of our ordinary days.
There, sometimes, you meet your own heart
like someone you've never known.
~ Hans Børli
Problems cannot be solved at the same level of awareness that created them. ~ Albert Einstein
The worst thing one can do is not to try, to be aware of what one wants and not give in to it, to spend years in silent hurt wondering if something could have materialized - never knowing. ~ Jim Rohn
Quotes
It must be those brief moments
when nothing has happened - nor is going to.
Tiny moments, like islands in the ocean
beyond the grey continent of our ordinary days.
There, sometimes, you meet your own heart
like someone you've never known.
~ Hans Børli
Problems cannot be solved at the same level of awareness that created them. ~ Albert Einstein
The worst thing one can do is not to try, to be aware of what one wants and not give in to it, to spend years in silent hurt wondering if something could have materialized - never knowing. ~ Jim Rohn
Friday, May 6, 2011
May 6, 2011
Blog Posts
Please Don't Let Fear Limit You ~ “We can either watch life from the sidelines, or actively participate…Either we let self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy prevent us from realizing our potential, or embrace the fact that when we turn our attention away from ourselves, our potential is limitless.” ~ Christopher Reeve
Tiny Wisdom: On Being Honest With Yourself ~ Only you know if you’ve been lying to yourself. Other people may think they know what’s going on in your head and what’s right for you. But only you know what you need to do and whether or not you’re doing it.
Quotes From other FB Pages
Please Don't Let Fear Limit You ~ “We can either watch life from the sidelines, or actively participate…Either we let self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy prevent us from realizing our potential, or embrace the fact that when we turn our attention away from ourselves, our potential is limitless.” ~ Christopher Reeve
Tiny Wisdom: On Being Honest With Yourself ~ Only you know if you’ve been lying to yourself. Other people may think they know what’s going on in your head and what’s right for you. But only you know what you need to do and whether or not you’re doing it.
Quotes From other FB Pages
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” ~ Harriet Tubman Via ~ Mind, Body, and Spirit
I do the very best I can to look upon life with optimism and hope and looking forward to a better day. - Rosa Park Via ~ Women Who Change The World
Our sadness and fear come from being out of tune with Love. ~ Hafiz ♥ Via ~ Namasteॐ Om
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