compassion

How to love yourself

We’re told that we are supposed to love ourselves, but no one teaches us how to do it. (Listen to Maria's guest interview with me here.) Loving your self is a state of being. Who teaches us how to practice self-care? (more…)

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Certified Humane

Have you noticed the "Certified Humane" label on egg cartons and meat products lately? While sorting through a large assortment of eggs the other day, I became curious as to what exactly this label means. As one might expect, the "Certified Humane" product is just what one might hope it would be - emphasizing compassionate…

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A Cloud is Just a Cloud

Even if you are feeling lousy, don't identify with it. This is a serious mistake for any soul-searcher. So, you feel depressed today. Fine. Be aware of it.  Depression is the visitor today. You don't have control over who knocks on your door and requests a visit. But you do control how you respond, and…

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Will You Be Rich or Poor This New Year?

A poor man celebrates the New Year once a year. A rich man celebrates every day. The richest man celebrates every moment. How rich are you? - Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Everything we strive to gain in life can be taken away - cars, house, jobs, money, health, loved ones. The greatest wealth we can…

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