Everyday Inspiration

“We don’t see things as they are; we see them as we are.” – Anais Nin We often don’t realize just how impactful our thoughts and words are. Here are five practical ways to recognize negativity and take the steps to being more positive: 1. Be honest with yourself – To fix the problem, you…

Today’s Sunday Inspiration: Remember – Sunday is a day to rest your body and your soul! About Alex Blackwell Alex Blackwell is the author of Letting Go: 25 True Stories of Peace, Hope and Surrender, which includes 10 free Peace and Balance tools. Web | Inspiring Things | Free eBook: How to Love Consciously

“He that cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he must pass himself; for every man has need to be forgiven.” –Thomas Fuller When you hold onto pain, it makes you feel validated and powerful. The secret though about holding grudges is that they do not harm the person that hurt you; they harm…

“Language… has created the word ‘loneliness’ to express the pain of being alone. And it has created the word ‘solitude’ to express the glory of being alone.” – Paul Tillich Everyone craves and needs social engagement. Personal interactions are good for the mind, heart, and soul. You don’t have to be a social butterfly to…

Today’s Sunday Inspiration: Post this note on your mirror, put it on your bedside or placed it in your pocket, so you will be reminded of its powerful truth on the days you feel discouraged. About Alex Blackwell Alex Blackwell is the author of Letting Go: 25 True Stories of Peace, Hope and Surrender, which…

“Better than a thousand hollow words, is one word that brings peace.” – Buddha The words we use every day have the power to influence for better or worse. Even the smallest of phrases or words can impact those around you, so choose carefully! Here are a few examples of simple expressions that carry big…

“With a new day comes new strength and new thoughts.” – Eleanor Roosevelt It is inevitable. In your fitness goals, career goals, or simply daily living, you will fall into a sense of complacency and start to go through the motions, with no true sense of direction or passion. It’s hard to jolt yourself out…

Today’s Sunday Inspiration: Life seems to move a breakneck pace. Remembering to slow down and savoring every moment offers the opportunity to celebrate life’s most precious gifts. About Alex Blackwell Alex Blackwell is the author of Letting Go: 25 True Stories of Peace, Hope and Surrender, which includes 10 free Peace and Balance tools. Web…

“It’s only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth – and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up – that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had.” – Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Savoring…

“Let the beauty of what you love be what you do.” – Rumi How many times do you hear, “No” in a day? Do you hear the word from your boss, partner or child? How many times do you say, “No” in a day? Do you say the word to your boss, partner or child?…

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