When you are on the threshold of making any decision, you may consult experts, friends, books, and Google. But don’t let your decision-making end there. For ultimately, the best decisions are those made in alignment with who you are and for that, you must consult the heart. The Heartmath Institute, a non-profit organization that researches […]
A month ago, I met a passionate woman putting together a seminar for healers. She asked if I would give a brief talk on self-compassion. A month ago, I would have said yes. But when I received the email with an update of the event’s information, my heart sank. My weekly workload had increased over […]
When we first encounter an unknown in our life, we struggle with our fears. We wrestle with finding “the right answer”. Anxiety, frustration, and often tears accompany this process. We feel irritable and, secretly, a bit crazed. But all this wrestling does not imply we are stuck, have a “problem”, or have done anything wrong. […]
“Acceptance does not require any action, but it will lead to action that is consistent with who you are when you are fully comfortable in your acceptance of who you are.” A Course of Love Another text, another email, and still no answer. I just hired someone to help with my business, someone whom, […]
“Shame is not of God and no one is responsible for our happiness. Taking action to alleviate the pain of not feeling worthy is reinforcing beliefs of unlovability and unworthiness. Since the Source of Who You Are is Pure Love, you cannot be bad, unworthy, or unlovable. If these emotions come up, go back to […]