“I can do it!” “I have what it takes.” “I am a good person.” “I am talented and creative.” Personal affirmations like the ones above are touted by most self-help gurus. They tell us to say these things to ourselves every day, emphasizing that you should look in the mirror when you say them. I’m … Continue reading The Gardening Approach to Personal Transformation
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Forgiveness: Key to Your Destiny
What’s in your heart determines your destiny. Destiny is not WHAT you do, it is WHO you are because everything you DO comes out of WHO you are. In order to follow your destiny, you’ve got to have access to your whole heart. If part of your heart is “tied up” or “locked away”, then … Continue reading Forgiveness: Key to Your Destiny
Overcoming Blocks in Pursuing Your Destiny: Part 3
For those of you who are pressing forward to pursue your destiny or "passionate purpose in life", here are some pointers of what to do when you encounter a "blockage". I will post this in parts because it's a lot to take in. For those of you just joining us, you can start with Part … Continue reading Overcoming Blocks in Pursuing Your Destiny: Part 3
Overcoming Blocks in Pursuing Your Destiny: Part 2
For those of you who are pressing forward to pursue your destiny or "passionate purpose in life", here are some pointers of what to do when you encounter a "blockage". I will post this in parts because it's a lot to take in. For those of you just joining us, you can start with Part … Continue reading Overcoming Blocks in Pursuing Your Destiny: Part 2
Overcoming Blocks in Pursuing Your Destiny: Part 1
For those of you who are pressing forward to pursue your destiny or "passionate purpose in life", here are some pointers of what to do when you encounter a "blockage". I will post this in parts because it's a lot to take in. 1. Acknowledge and Identify the Blockage - admit it. Put a name … Continue reading Overcoming Blocks in Pursuing Your Destiny: Part 1
Do you believe in yourself?
Do you believe in yourself? It takes a lot of courage and confidence to believe in yourself. And most people do not have that kind of courage or confidence. Some people try to pretend that they do – the whole “fake it ‘til you make it” concept – but it often comes across as cocky, … Continue reading Do you believe in yourself?
Finding Your Destiny – Part 2
Q: How will you know when you've found your destiny? Most people report a deep sense of internal rest, a sense of being at home in their skin, a lack of underlying striving or anxiety. People who are fulfilling their destiny say they have a sense of Purpose that accompanies their daily routine - they … Continue reading Finding Your Destiny – Part 2
Finding Your Destiny – Part 1
What are you passionate about? What stirs your heart? What do you lie awake at night thinking about? What do you daydream about when you are alone with your thoughts? Is that your destiny? Many people refer to being “called” to do something – feed the poor, take care of the environment, work with the … Continue reading Finding Your Destiny – Part 1
Destiny’s Freedom
I like the concept of "Destiny's freedom". I know sometimes I get puzzled looks when I say that. Let me explain. When you know your Destiny, when you are actually living it out, there is tremendous freedom that comes with that. Freedom from worry about what others think, about how people will react to you, … Continue reading Destiny’s Freedom
Destiny – what is it?
I've been thinking a lot about Destiny lately - it seems that many folks don't know what it is. Since I've spent considerable time pondering this topic over the years, I'd like to share my perspective ... what works for me in understanding Destiny. I use this concept with my clients when I do Freedom … Continue reading Destiny – what is it?
Destiny's Freedom 