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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, December 31st, 2018 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on December 30, 2018 by jmaz479

“Cycles are the natural order of life, like the four seasons that follow one another in endless rounds. Hardship and pleasure alike will pass in time, for whatever rises will fall, and whatever falls will rise again in one or … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, September 27th, 2018 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on September 26, 2018 by jmaz479

“Many of us complicate our lives by expending more time, energy, and effort than necessary – getting involved in other people’s business, playing God, committing to tasks or socializing we really didn’t want, making promises, creating more busywork. Saying no … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Friday, November 10th, 2017 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on November 9, 2017 by jmaz479

“Whether or not you recall the names of the two wealthiest people in the world—or the last few winners of the Heisman Trophy, Academy Awards, or Nobel Prizes—I’ll bet you can remember the names of two favorite teachers, or friends … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Friday, July 29th, 2016 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on July 28, 2016 by jmaz479

“Hardship is part of life – but whether you view it as tragic or heroic, grotesque or purposeful, depends on your perspective. Your mind can make meaning or madness, light a candle or curse the darkness – the choice is … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, January 25th, 2016 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on January 24, 2016 by jmaz479

“Our deeds, both positive and negative, resonate within us and within the world. Those who commit crimes that remain undiscovered or unsolved—and who seem to escape consequences for their actions, cannot escape the Watcher who sees all. For some, this … Continue reading →

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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, October 6th, 2015 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on October 5, 2015 by jmaz479

“Attachment is the classic Western way – striving for fulfillment through material success, achievement, victory. Detachment is the Eastern way – renouncing material goals, taking the inward path to peace. But even as Western seekers turn to the East and … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, July 1st, 2015 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on June 30, 2015 by jmaz479

“When we think about it – which is most of the problem – life appears complex and busy. This is an illusion. Life is utterly simple and serene, because we can only live one moment at a time. There are … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, March 30th, 2015 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on March 29, 2015 by jmaz479

“Many of us fear failure without realizing that we make little mistakes and tiny failures each day, in the process of living and learning. We drop things, we fail to find something we’re looking for, say or do something we … Continue reading →

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Best of PONDER on THIS for Friday, January 9th, 2015 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on January 8, 2015 by jmaz479

“Spirit is not something we get from our work as much as something we bring to It – and it’s less about WHAT we do than HOW we do it. As Martin Luther King Jr. advised, “Whatever your life work … Continue reading →

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Best of PONDER on THIS for Friday, November 28th, 2014 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on November 27, 2014 by jmaz479

“Because our attention is often distracted, obscured, or lost in thought, we fail to notice many things. That is why the ability to pay attention to what is arising in any given moment – to our actions and their results … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, September 10th, 2014 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on September 9, 2014 by jmaz479

“Nowhere is it written that decisions are supposed to be easy. Every choice requires a combination of intellect, intuition, and gut instinct. And the more important the decision, the harder it seems. Why? Because perceived importance increases our fear of … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, March 31st, 2014 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on March 31, 2014 by jmaz479

“Persistence is the key. Study those who succeed and learn their secret: Ask enough times and you shall eventually receive. No failure is final unless you make it so. You fell down the first time you tried to stand or … Continue reading →

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Best of PONDER on THIS for Friday, February 14th, 2014 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on February 14, 2014 by jmaz479

“Direct experience remains the most powerful teacher, but a book can provide a map of the territory, a preparation that enables us to learn more from our experience. A book can point the way, but we must still make the … Continue reading →

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, September 23rd, 2013 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on September 22, 2013 by jmaz479

“Few of us consciously intend to undermine our relationships or careers. Yet if we remain unaware of subtle cues, such as body language or tone of voice, failures tend to repeat themselves. By paying attention to our words, tone, and … Continue reading →

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Best of PONDER on THIS for Friday, August 23rd, 2013 by Dan Millman in LIVING ON PURPOSE

Posted on August 23, 2013 by jmaz479

“Faith is founded upon the observation that the universe operates according to a higher intelligence, a master play, revealed as orderly laws. As Einstein said, “God does not play dice with the universe.” Neither does God play dice with you. … Continue reading →

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