We have choice — always. It’s one of our greatest powers. What we choose defines our lives. We have choice in how we respond, in how we react, in how we approach what’s before us, in how we focus our attention, in how we honor ourselves and how we expend energies in this heart-pumping, neuron-firing, […]
Archive | Power
Go forth with gusto
“When I dare to be powerful – to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.” Audre Lorde This is one of my very favorite quotes. Just reading it empowers me. If it resonates with you, may it serve you well as […]
Down with the wishy-washy and half-hearted
Experiment from Rob Brezsny: “Weed out the wishy-washy wishes and lukewarm longings that keep you distracted from your burning desires.” You know that wishy-washy, kind of, sort of, maybe, half-hearted state of being. When we equivocate, a part of us might be unsure, doesn’t want to make the change or is resistant (aka fearful) on […]
The power of our multidimensional hearts
Hearts are a multi-purpose system of physical stamina, energetic well-springs, cellular wisdom and sanctuaries for our emotions. Now, more than ever, in our fractious and divided world we need to be reminded of the power of the heart. It is through the heart that we bridge chasms, find common ground and recognize the humanness in […]
Unfolding your power in the clouds of unknowing
When the clouds of unknowing roll in and we seek answers, we can call forth our deeper self — the self that is connected to our soul, the self that looks for resonance with the heart. This is the self that can sit with the unknowing and allow the answer to surface. This self surprises us […]
“The trouble with superheroes …”
“The trouble with superheroes is what to do between phone booths.” Ken Kesey We each have had our ups and downs. We have had our moments in the sun and, equally, our moments in the shadows. And the one the super power we all share? Compassion. May we all go forward with accepting […]
