Quotes - 2010

True To Self… (Next quote on Monday April 5th!)

March 16, 2010 Manu Leave a comment

This above all: to thine own self be true. – Polonius, Hamlet, William Shakespeare

mother of all quotes!

This is indeed the grand daddy of all quotes. It succinctly encapsulates all that we, as humans, need as a reminder, and as direction in our lives.

what it means

To me the quote means that we must grow to truly understand ourselves. Not just our superficial self, its selfishness and its shallowness. But also our deeper self, our value to the Universe and to each other. With this increasing self-knowledge we’ll know what to do for our own happiness without trampling over others’ needs. When true to our deep self, we can only bring happiness to others around us.

Daily Affirmation: Today I am true to myself. I’m being responsible for my own deep needs while being of service to others.

Recommendation: Awakening of Intelligence

Back on Monday, April 5th, on vacation until then!

Quotes - 2010, Stillness

The Core Within

March 15, 2010 Manu Leave a comment

Hear from the heart wordless mysteries!

Understand what cannot be understood!

In man’s stone-dark heart there burns a fire

That burns all veils to their root and foundation.

When the veils are burned away, the heart will understand completely…

Ancient Love will unfold ever-fresh forms

In the heart of the Spirit, in the core of the heart. – Rumi

deep connection

Through the heart can one know that which is worth knowing. If we notice we’re almost always in our heads. Thinking and analyzing. Bring your attention down to the heart; now operate from there. When you converse with another, talk heart-to-heart, connect.

uncovering that which is

There’s something far more meaningful to be found when we operate from the heart. We’re able to make a soul connection. With ourselves and with others. There flows just underneath the surface, a loving intelligence, one which seeks to connect us all, let’s participate.

Daily Affirmation: I am my heart. I act in love and I connect deep.

Recommendation: Tao Te Ching

Articles, Quotes - 2010

The Creative Place

March 14, 2010 Manu Leave a comment

Be brave enough to live life creatively. The creative is the place where no one else has ever been. You have to leave the city of your comfort and go into the wilderness of your intuition. You can’t get there by bus, only by hard work and risk and by not quite knowing what you’re doing. What you’ll discover will be wonderful. What you’ll discover will be yourself. – Alan Alda

be brave

We must leap from the cliff, knowing that we’ll fly, that the winds will carry us, and that we’ll reach a place beautiful.

discover yourself

In making such a leap, in taking the necessary risks, in going out on the limb, we’ll discover new lands and new values, we’ll discover what causes us fear, we’ll know how to overcome it and increasingly we’ll know our own selves.

Daily Affirmation: I am brave now. I am jumping off the cliff, beyond my comfort zone, and embracing new possibilities today!

Recommendation: Beyond the Summit

Quotes - 2010

Celebrate Life!

March 11, 2010 Manu Leave a comment

Just show up, be present, open every door and let events unfold. Life is your stage. This is your parade. – The Universe

you’re already successful

Count the ways in which you’ve already arrived. Look within and without. Notice your mind, body, family, friends and comforts. Are you celebrating?

your next step forward

Ok there’s always the next step to take no matter where you are. For that, simply show up and notice the opportunities that abound. The Universe will provide clues, just be available to listen and act!

Daily Affirmation: Today I’m deeply thankful for all that I am and have. I will watch for signs and act without hesitating!

Recommendation: Notes from the Universe

Quotes - 2010

Only One Path …

March 10, 2010 Manu Leave a comment

So many gods, so many creeds, so many paths that wind and wind, while just the art of being kind, is all the sad world needs. – Ella Cox Wheeler

many paths

There are indeed enumerable paths. Which one is right or best? Many people believe that you’ll do just fine no matter which path you choose. In reality there are as many paths as there are people.

one needed

The path of kindness and compassion is a sure winner. When we cultivate these traits we start to embody pure love (God). Being good just becomes easier. We then instinctively know what to do in each situation. Still very hard to do, but at least now we have a shot?

Daily Affirmation: Today I will exude peace, love, kindness and compassion. Each action today will be from goodness, with the aim to serve others.

Recommendation: Peace Pilgrim

Articles, Quotes - 2010

Feeling Blue?

March 9, 2010 Manu Leave a comment

I just believe that optimism is the best policy. But, sometimes it’s difficult to be optimistic when you feel a little down. At those times, I’ve found that a small act of kindness, whether it’s performed by you or someone else, can really help boost your mood up. – SaraVera

feeling down?

When you feel down, the first step is to fully become aware of this feeling. Where is it in your body? Try to trace your thoughts back to how it all started. This will help you build a practice to uncover how and when you get the blues.

be kind

One great way to get out of the blues is to help someone who needs your help. Even allow someone else to be kind to you. Try not to snap back at such an individual, receive their help graciously. Smile.

Daily Affirmation: Today I will watch as I become sad. I will take back control of my mind. I will be loving and kind, to myself and others.

Recommendation: The Power of Nice

Articles, Quotes - 2010

Happier

March 8, 2010 Manu Leave a comment

We must develop and maintain the capacity to forgive. He who is devoid of the power to forgive is devoid of the power to love. – Martin Luther King Jr

resentments weigh us down

They occupy real-estate in our mind. We dwell on negativity. We lose precious time and fail to notice new opportunity. We go backwards.

forgive and forget

Feel lighter. Feel way better. Focus on positive expectations instead. Choose the new found time and attitude to pin-down new opportunities. Dwell on the silver lining.

Daily Affirmation: Today I refuse to be weighed down by resentment. I forgive one and all, I forgive myself. I travel in my lighter being to grander destinations. I’m smiling!

Recommendation: Even Happier

Namaste Now!

Monthly Archives: March 2010

True To Self… (Next quote on Monday April 5th!)

mother of all quotes!

what it means

The Core Within

deep connection

uncovering that which is

The Creative Place

be brave

discover yourself

Celebrate Life!

you’re already successful

your next step forward

Only One Path …

many paths

one needed

Feeling Blue?

feeling down?

be kind

Happier

resentments weigh us down

forgive and forget

Be, Here, Now…