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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, December 15th, 2015 by Don Miguel Ruiz in THE VOICE OF KNOWLEDGE

Posted on December 14, 2015 by jmaz479

“There is nothing you need to do to improve what you really are. The only thing left for all of us to do is to create a beautiful story and enjoy a better life. How do you create a beautiful … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, December 14th, 2015 by Dr. Stephen Russell in BAREFOOT DOCTOR’S GUIDE TO THE TAO

Posted on December 13, 2015 by jmaz479

“When you make an agreement stick to it. Don’t use your words idly. Avoid making any agreements, contracts, or commitments, formal or otherwise, with anyone that you don’t feel sure about being able to honor. This applies as much to … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Friday, December 11th, 2015 by Alan Cohen in THE DRAGON DOESN’T LIVE HERE ANYMORE

Posted on December 10, 2015 by jmaz479

“Relationships are lessons in tangible form that we need for our personal growth. If we are holding any unconsciousness about a character trait, or some prejudice or judgment about any kind of action, someone who does the thing we don’t … Continue reading →

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PONDER on THIS for Thursday, December 10th, 2015 by Cherie Carter-Scott in IF LIFE IS A GAME, THESE ARE THE RULES

Posted on December 9, 2015 by jmaz479

“Many people believe that they will be happy once they arrive at some specific goal they set for themselves. For some the goal may be amassing a million dollars, for others losing those annoying ten-plus pounds, and for still others … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, December 9th, 2015 by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer in PULLING YOUR OWN STRINGS

Posted on December 8, 2015 by jmaz479

“As you assess past influences on our own life, make sure you’re not hanging onto the belief that anyone else is responsible for what you are feeling or doing, or even failing to do, today. If you catch yourself blaming … Continue reading →

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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, December 8th, 2015 by Marianne Williamson in EVERYDAY GRACE

Posted on December 7, 2015 by jmaz479

“The frustration of traffic is a good metaphor for the frustration of modern life. We want to get somewhere…But it’s going too slow, and all these other people are in our way! If we wish to remain affected by traffic, … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, December 7th, 2015 by Shakti Gawain in THE PATH OF TRANSFORMATION

Posted on December 6, 2015 by jmaz479

“Of course, taking action is a vital part of bringing our consciousness into form and making real change. Direct, powerful, and committed action is extremely important both on a personal and social/political level. Whether or not we commit ourselves to … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Friday, December 4th, 2015 by Thich Nhat Hanh in PEACE IS EVERY STEP

Posted on December 3, 2015 by jmaz479

“When you plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don’t blame the lettuce. You look into the reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water, or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. … Continue reading →

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PONDER on THIS for Thursday, December 3rd, 2015 by Paul Ferrini in THE SILENCE OF THE HEART

Posted on December 2, 2015 by jmaz479

“Try this spiritual practice: “What I see is a mirror showing me what I believe. Everything that happens in my life is a reflection of some belief I have about myself.” Try saying this to yourself every time you start … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, December 2nd, 2015 by Sanaya Roman in PERSONAL POWER THROUGH AWARENESS

Posted on December 1, 2015 by jmaz479

“Sympathy is feeling sorry for others, seeing that what is happening to them is negative or bad. Compassion is seeing that what is happening to them is for their growth, and assisting them in seeing that also. Compassion reframes an … Continue reading →

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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, December 1st, 2015 by Alan Cohen in WHY YOUR LIFE SUCKS AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT

Posted on November 30, 2015 by jmaz479

“The most heinous use of statistics I have seen showed up on a large sign at a metropolitan airport. The sign, sponsored by a cancer organization, blared, “By this time in five years, ____ of ____ you will not be … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, November 30th, 2015 by Stuart Wilde in INFINITE SELF

Posted on November 29, 2015 by jmaz479

“The whole point of the journey from ego to spirit is one of acceptance. If you aren’t very confident or have a poor self-image, the first thing you need to do is accept that. The second thing is to gradually … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Friday, November 27th, 2015 by Richard Carlson in DON’T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF

Posted on November 27, 2015 by jmaz479

“Zorba the Greek was said to have described himself as “the whole catastrophe.” The truth is, we’re all the whole catastrophe, only we wish that we weren’t. We deny the parts of ourselves that we deem unacceptable rather than accepting … Continue reading →

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PONDER on THIS for Thursday, November 26th, 2015 by Polly Campbell in HOW TO LIVE AN AWESOME LIFE

Posted on November 25, 2015 by jmaz479

“You can blame others for your failures and setbacks. You can pin your rejection on someone else. You can make excuses for not getting the job done – I’m too busy, I’m too broke, maybe when my kids are older … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, November 25th, 2015 by Stuart Wilde in INFINITE SELF

Posted on November 24, 2015 by jmaz479

“The greatest teaching you can ever offer is your example. It’s you as you. Strong and solid. When people say, “It’s awful, it’s terrible, everything is falling apart,” you say, “No, it’s not; it’s rather beautiful. From this falling apart … Continue reading →

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