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“A calm and modest life brings more happiness than the pursuit of success combined with constant restlessness.”
This quote comes from Albert Einstein. Take note, it doesn’t say that “the pursuit of success” is a bad thing. It’s good to have aspirations and pursue success in various endeavors. That’s one of the many things that give hope for the future. However, you can look at what comes…
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“There are two types of pains. One that hurts you and the other that changes you.”
When you exercise, you may feel some pain in your muscles. The burning sensation comes from the build-up of lactic acid. This pain is typically temporary. Over time, with consistent exercise, the activated muscles grow and become stronger. This is the type of pain that changes you in a positive…
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“Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.”
“It’s only in our darkest hours that we may discover the true strength of the brilliant light within ourselves that can never, ever, be dimmed.”
“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work.”
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“When you’ve seen beyond yourself, then you may find peace of mind is waiting there.”
Consider your state of mind when you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or confused. Your focus suddenly becomes more limited to the one or several things causing that particular emotion. Everything else seems to disappear. However, this quote from a Beatles song by George Harrison, is about being able to notice things…
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Living Life Poetically: The Silent Sufferer
“The Silent Sufferer” is a poem that speaks to those who are suffering in silence as well as to moments in life when we ourselves are in that situation. The Silent Sufferer Suffering in pain, you refrain,Hesitating to complain,Fearing it will elicit disdain,Fearing they’ll reply “Not again” or “Are you…
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“The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night’s sleep.”
This often misattributed quote comes from the book, Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams, by Matthew Walker. It’s been well documented that sleep rejuvenates the mind. After pulling an all-nighter or going a day or more without much sleep, you’ll notice your mind isn’t as sharp.…
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“Many candles can be kindled from one candle without diminishing it.”
“If you’re doing something outside of dominant culture, there’s not an easy place for you. You will have to do it yourself.”
“Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.”
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“For one to have complete satisfaction from flowers, you must have time to spend with them.”
Imagine having a beautiful flower garden in your backyard or porch. It has all your favorite flowers and they’re in full bloom. But there’s just one problem. You never have any time to sit in your backyard/porch and barely have time to even look at the garden. Before you know…
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“If you love life, don’t waste time, for time is what life is made up of.”
“When you do the right thing, you get the feeling of peace and serenity associated with it. Do it again and again.”
“The heart that gives thanks is a happy one, for we cannot feel thankful and unhappy at the same time.”
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Living Life Poetically: The Storm Within
“The Storm Within” is a poem about having a storm that’s not outside in the elements but inside you. Sometimes life can feel like there’s a storm raging within. And the feeling and effects can be very similar to what occurs outside. The Storm Within It seems the storm has…
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“Do not pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one.”
Sadness, frustration, hardship, and loss are almost unavoidable in life. Therefore, praying for an easy life would be an unrealistic expectation. There’s no such thing as a life free of these conditions no matter your geographic location, socioeconomic status, age, or piety. The truth is, there are always going to…
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“A calm and modest life brings more happiness than the pursuit of success combined with constant restlessness.”
“Getting over a painful experience is much like crossing monkey bars. You have to let go at some point in order to move forward.”
“Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.”
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“Happiness is your nature. It is not wrong to desire it. What is wrong is seeking it outside when it is inside.”
Most babies and toddlers are naturally prone to smiling and laughing with the slightest amusement or provocation. But as we grow older, the realities of life set in, we begin to realize what we have and don’t have, and we begin to compare ourself. Meanwhile, events and circumstances occur that…
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“You cannot swim for new horizons until you have courage to lose sight of the shore.”
“Failure, it appears, is not the regret that haunts most people; it is the choice not to risk failure at all.”
“Money is ultimately not enough compensation for investing your time and energy. There has to be a sense of purpose, meaning and fulfillment. “
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“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.”
Imagine being behind the steering wheel with no say or control on where your car turns or arrives. That’s similar to what happens when we don’t make the unconscious conscious. This quote, by psychoanalyst and psychiatrist Carl Jung, reminds us that if we’re not aware of the things that direct…
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“Weaknesses are just strengths in the wrong environment.”
“The best way to ensure success is to never lose energy because things aren’t going as fast as you want them to.”
“Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.”
