Category Archives: Quotes – 2013

Quotes - 2013

Why We Suffer…

People see themselves as the center of the universe and judge everything as it relates to them.  – Peace Pilgrim

us

Life is mostly about us. And therein lies the rub. It’s super hard for us to get out of our own skin. We can’t truly understand the other’s point-of-view.

them

Most relationship problems exist because of the expectations we have of others. And these expectations are born from our own selfish outlook. We must look into our own heart before we attempt to judge others…

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM listening more than talking…

Recommendation: Peace Pilgrim by Peace Pilgrim

Peace Pilgrim: Her Life and Work in Her Own WordsKindle Paperwhite, 6

Quotes - 2013

Why We Should be Alive!

I would rather be ashes than dust!
I would rather that my spark should burn out
    in a brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dry-rot.
I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom
    of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet.
The function of man is to live, not to exist.
I shall not waste my days trying to prolong them.
I shall use my time.

– Jack London

timid

How alive are we? What fears do we allow to dominate us? What’s holding us back? Why are we so timid?

awaken

Let’s breathe in the deepest breaths of air possible! Let’s exhaust every molecule of oxygen that we breathe in! We are children of God. We can imagine, create and deliver just about anything! Let’s do it!

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM more alive than ever before!

Recommendation: Release Your Brilliance by Simon T. Bailey

Release Your Brilliance: The 4 Steps to Transforming Your Life and Revealing Your Genius to the WorldKindle Paperwhite, 6

Meditation, Quotes - 2013, Stillness

What Is Meditation?

Meditation is the dissolution of thoughts in pure consciousness, knowing without thinking… – Voltaire

awareness

One goal of meditation is to just become aware of what’s going on without creating thoughts about what’s going on. This practice becomes easier as we just sit and be, regularly. It’s also achievable when we’re amidst nature and just taking in the beauty that surrounds us.

peace

As we reduce the creation of thoughts that describe what’s going on, we begin to experience an ineffable peace. This peace is deeply satisfying and connects us to the ‘pure consciousness’ that undergirds the entire universe!

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM simply observing without creating thoughts!

Recommendation: Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Shunryu Suzuki

Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind (Shambhala Library)Kindle Paperwhite, 6

Quotes - 2013

What Are We Planning?

Whatever you’re thinking about is literally like planning a future event. When you’re worrying, you are planning. When you’re appreciating you are planning…  – Abraham

thinking

We are always thinking. What do we dwell on? On what kind of thoughts do we mostly settle? What’s our leaning? What do we expect in life? What do we believe will happen to us?

create

We can take charge and create our life rather than react to it. It’s in our control. Do we have the strength and determination to command our monkey brain? How will we benefit? When will we start?

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM the architect of my thoughts and therefore my life!

Recommendation: The Law of Attraction by Esther Hicks

The Law of Attraction: The Basics of the Teachings of AbrahamKindle Paperwhite, 6

Quotes - 2013

Why We Are Human Beings…

We work to become, not to acquire.  – Elbert Hubbard

beings

As someone wise has said before, we are human ‘beings’ not human ‘doings’. All that we undertake is to become something more, to grow, be different, wiser and happier. We can only acquire soul qualities during this lifetime, nothing material can cross beyond the veil.

values

So let’s be very clear about why we work. We are spiritual beings doing spiritual work on this planet. We are God’s children at play. Where will we find our joy today?

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM joyful!

Recommendation: The Only Thing That Matters by Neale Donald Walsch

The Only Thing That Matters: Book 2 in the Conversations with Humanity SeriesKindle Paperwhite, 6

Quotes - 2013

In Pursuit Of Happiness…

You can always find happiness…  – Fortune Coookie!

fortune cookie

My fortune cookie today actually read: ‘You can always find happiness at work on Friday’! LOL! I thought, why wait till Friday, why not be happy today and every other day?

our decision

We know this already. We decide to be happy. It’s up to us how we view the world, what beliefs and assumptions we put to work, and the actions we take. Let’s take the happiness bull by the horn!

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM just happy!

Recommendation: The Mystic Path to Cosmic Power by Vernon Howard

The Mystic Path to Cosmic PowerKindle Paperwhite, 6

Quotes - 2013

Why There’s Hope!

Urantia (Earth) is now quivering on the very brink of one of its most amazing and enthralling epochs of social readjustment, moral quickening, and spiritual enlightenment. – The Urantia Papers (195:9.2)

our planet

The Urantia Papers reveal the story of God, our universe and our planet. We have a mighty future ahead of us. We need to stay trusting and hopeful. All will be well!

changes

Our planet will continue to experience rapid change. There’s no other way to give birth to the ‘new’ Earth and the future of our dreams!

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM hopeful for our planet!

Recommendation: Confessions of a Rebel Angel by Timothy Wyllie

Confessions of a Rebel Angel: The Wisdom of the Watchers and the Destiny of Planet EarthKindle Paperwhite, 6