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Advice that will put you on the path to success; tips, tricks and nuggets of wisdom from trusted experts and motivational mentors.
You Are Not Alone…
How often do we try to convince ourselves that we must go through our challenges and struggles alone? We fight to keep it together while we put on a mask for the world in hopes when they see us that they too will be convinced of how strong we are, which in turn, feeds our projections of illusion. Where do this concept and belief come from? Is it an outmoded way of thinking that has been passed down through generations only to be embedded within our very DNA so that it is a running program within our subconscious minds? Why do we feel as though we cannot be authentic in our human experience of life? Why do we silence our voices as though they don't matter or won't make a difference in the world around us? Is it because we fear rejection AND acceptance from our peers, family, friends or the society we live in? Yet by fearing others acceptance of us, which would only reflect back to us that what we are going through actually matters or by fearing rejection on the other hand, does that not shed light on the fact that we ourselves are rejecting who we are, which in turn invalidates the very experience of struggle we are enduring? We are denying ourselves the birthright we have had since the beginning which is support from not only the Universe but from our tribe. Those that resonate with a similar frequency who incarnated at exactly this moment in order to remind you that you are not alone, remember this: at times we must reach out to others albeit God, The Source, intuitive guides, angels, friends or family for assistance or a fresh perspective into what we are struggling with or resisting seeing. And by doing so, never think that this makes you weak, for you are not weak. This is in actuality a sign of your growth and willingness to receive the blessings Creation is waiting in the wings to offer you. It shows your strength and determination to expand your consciousness into your higher Self. Now don’t get me wrong, there is a time for introspection and self-discovery that we all must go through, in solitude or in our private moments, and parts of our journey through the Dark Night of the Soul are meant to be transmuted and processed alone. Yet to hide your struggles or sadness while trying to project to the world that you’ve got it all together is such a disservice to not only yourself, but it cheats those that love you out of the blessing to be your support system. Holding things in and denying them or disassociating from them does more harm than good. But to stand, head held high, in your most vulnerable moments while sharing all parts of your journey, now that is true strength and honest transparency. And to do it as you face your fear of exposure or fear of being seen as fragile or weak or as a failure, now this is where you begin to discover the magnificence of your true authentic Self and just how powerful you are! So just keep in mind, whenever you are going through your dark night of the soul or a pain that feels insurmountable while your in the midst of it and you feel alone, as though no one could ever understand what you are enduring. Look up and see your support team, your tribe, those that believe in you cheering you on!!! Now go ahead…..look up and receive that which you deserve because you are needed and you are worth it!!!
By Kari G6 years ago in Motivation
Breathe in Love and Light, Exhale Negativity
How many times have we heard others say “breathe in love and light and breathe out negativity?” I have always been fascinated by this statement. It is used so many times in our spiritual communities whether it be yoga, workshops, crystal bowl sessions, meditation or the like. Yet one question has always remained for me. If we are to breathe in love and light and healing yet on our out-breath we are told to exhale that which contains negativity and hurt, what are we actually filling up our space with for our next in-breath? To me, it seems that if the masses around the world are breathing out negativity then although we proclaim to breathe in love and light are we not actually breathing in that which we have exhaled?
By Kari G6 years ago in Motivation
A Letter to My Younger Self
Dear Younger Me, There is so much I could say to you with the benefit of 43 years of living behind me; so much advice I could give to you. I could tell you not to make this decision, or that decision; but then my life as it is now would not exist. And whilst it hasn’t all been rosy, none-the-less, it’s been my life and it’s what has shaped me into the person I am now, and the person I’m becoming.
By Janine Agombar6 years ago in Motivation
Facing Your Own Personal Bridge
My mom surprised me with a trip to Manhattan. We were going to the American Girl Doll Store. Procuring an American Girl Doll as a seven-year-old is equivalent to getting into the college of your dreams. I had my heart set on getting the Beach Edition doll. That doll came with a towel, lounge chair, and a beach ball. I fantasized about playing with these pieces of plastic on the beach. I could see the water now. Oh wait... I could actually see the water now. I was no longer fantasizing about the doll. I saw our car approaching the Triborough Bridge. The huge steel arches were in front of me and the river below me. My heart rate quickly picked up speed. All I wanted was for the car to stop and us to quickly turn around. I did not want to traverse the bridge.
By Jaime Love6 years ago in Motivation
An Ode to Curiosity
What separates the dreamers from the strivers? There are a number of characteristics and personal qualities that distinguish someone who dreams of doing big things and one who actually strives to accomplish these big things. Among these characteristics include commitment, consistency, hard work, patience, perseverance and they are all important for different reasons, but the most important characteristics that stands out to me is having curiosity and being willing to learn new things because of that curiosity. When you don’t have any curiosity or willingness to learn how things work and why, you can dream about making an impact all you want, but if you aren’t willing to spend time learning about what you’re interested in and what you can improve upon whether physically or mentally, then your goals will likely not be accomplished.
By Ben W6 years ago in Motivation
Be Your Own Lighthouse
When we wake up wishing, hoping and wanting we stay stuck wishing, hoping and wanting. You see if you’re wishing you’re always going to wish. If you’re hoping you’re always going to hope. If you’re wanting you’re always going to want. It is time to be the light of your house.
By Michelewaufle6 years ago in Motivation
Am I Doing Enough?
Am I doing enough? Do you remember when you were a child filled with aspirations and goals, there were so many things you wanted to be, a doctor possibly, or maybe an astronaut or heck! maybe even a princess. Back then these goals or dreams did not cause immense stress but why has that changed? As an 18 year old university student with career this and career that constantly (for lack of a better word) being shoved in my face I continuously ask myself the question, "I am doing enough?"
By Bella Storey6 years ago in Motivation
Expectations vs. Reality
An important part of maturing and becoming a fully functional adult is to keep your expectations in check and to manage them as to not conflict with what the reality of the situation is. Keeping your expectations in check is difficult to do but it is necessary in order to not let an oversized ego, or arrogance, or selfishness keep you from becoming the person you should be. One has to always be prepared for reality to not line up with our initial expectations. You can never really be fully certain of how things in life are going to shape up to be. A true sign of maturity is wishing for the best but understanding that you could be in for disappointment and setbacks even when you think that everything can turn out fine.
By Ben W6 years ago in Motivation
