Why We Suffer…

Our limited perspective, our hopes and fears become our measure of life, and when circumstances don’t fit our ideas, they become our difficulties.Ben Franklin

limited perspective

Our ‘limited perspective’ guides how we view life and is the main reason we suffer the way we do. How can we expand our perspective? How can we step back and rise above-it-all?

affirmations

Today I AM still and am listening to the ‘voice’ within. I AM guided and protected…

Recommendation: A Course in Miracles by Dr. Helen Schucman

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How To Guarantee Happiness…

I don’t know what your destiny will be, but one thing I know: the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who have sought and found how to serve.Albert Schweitzer

service = happiness

That’s the bottom-line. We can only find lasting happiness if we focus our attention on what others need and help fulfill those needs.

affirmations

I AM looking out for others today. That’s my very life focus. I AM happy!

Recommendation: All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten by Robert Fulghum

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