There is a part of us, in all of us, that worries that we’re not good enough. Not good enough to succeed, to handle the chaos of life, to be loved. It’s the reason we get anxiety and stress — if we’re not good enough, what will happen when everything collapses and we can’t handle it? … Continue reading Meditation: Sitting with Your Basic Goodness
The 5 Principles of a Profound Day
Originally posted in ZenHabits.Netby Leo Baubata ‘Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.’ ~Laozi Let us toss out all we know for a moment. Toss notions of productivity, time management, efficiency, and the bottom line. Empty our workdays of all we’ve packed them with, and sit still with an empty room. What should we … Continue reading The 5 Principles of a Profound Day
PWinQ #223: Peace is Expensive
It's been 223 (of 365) Days since we started this journey of #PrayersWrappedInQuotes! 🙏 😊 as you read this! Your day is going to be awesome after spending the next 10 mins reflecting!🕯️: Today, as you start your week, I invite you to reflect on the things that cost you your peace. What have been costing … Continue reading PWinQ #223: Peace is Expensive
#352: A Prayer to Be Free From Tizzies
*A tizzy is a "state of frenzied excitement or distraction, especially over some trivial matter" (Webster's New Unabridged Dictionary) Funny prayers are always a good thing; it makes our relationship with God more light and easy than what some of us make it to be. This is a funny prayer. But this one is a … Continue reading #352: A Prayer to Be Free From Tizzies
#349: Dalai Lama’s Prayer on the US Senate Floor 2014
The Dalai Lama delivered the opening prayer on the United States Senate floor last March 2014, the first time the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader spoke to the Senate of the US. How has your world been shaped by your thoughts? Honestly assess the number of times you have used the word CAN'T instead of CAN … Continue reading #349: Dalai Lama’s Prayer on the US Senate Floor 2014
#340: Prayer for World Peace, 1978
This Prayer for World Peace is "full", touching on many points. Read this twice: first to get a feel of the words; and then slowly, to get a feel of its meaning. Notice what words you are drawn to. Let those words stay with you today. Prayer for World Peace, 1978 Lord, we pray for … Continue reading #340: Prayer for World Peace, 1978
#184: Circle me, Lord.
Imagine God putting a circle around you to protect you. Have that image in your mind today, as you read this prayer aloud. Circle Me Lord David Adam Circle me, Lord. Keep protection near And danger afar. Circle me, Lord Keep hope within. Keep doubt without. Circle me, Lord. Keep light near And darkness afar. … Continue reading #184: Circle me, Lord.
#87: Prayer of Francis de Sales
Do not look forward to what may happen tomorrow;the same everlasting Father who cares for you todaywill take care of you tomorrow and every day. Either He will shield you from suffering,or He will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then.Put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations,and say continually: “The Lord … Continue reading #87: Prayer of Francis de Sales