  | | Rethinking Complaining |
by Madisyn Taylor We all know someone who has elevated the process of complaining to a high art. Sometimes funny, sometimes exhausting, these people have the ability to find a problem just about anywhere. In its more evolved form, complaining is simply the ability to see what's not working, in one's own life or in the external world, and it can be quite useful if followed to its natural conclusion--finding a solution and applying it. However, many of us don't get that far, and we find that complaining has become an end in itself. In small doses, this is not a big problem, but if complaining has become a huge part of our identities, it may be time to take a good look at how we are spending our energy.
Complaining is a person's way of acknowledging that they are not happy with the way things are. In a metaphorical way, when we complain or criticize, we are tearing down an undesirable structure in order to make room for something new. But if all we do is tear down, never bothering to summon the creative energy required to create something new, we are not fulfilling the process. In fact, we are at risk for becoming a stagnant and destructive force in our own lives and in the lives of the people we love. Another issue with complaining is that we sometimes tend to focus on other people, whom we can't change, as a way of deflecting attention from the one person we can change--ourselves. So transforming complaining into something useful is a twofold process that begins with turning our critical eye to look at things we can actually do something about, and then taking positive action.
When we find ourselves complaining, the last thing we need to do is get down on ourselves. Instead, we can begin by noticing that we are in the mode of wanting to make some changes. But rather than lashing out at somebody or an organization, we can look for an appropriate place to channel this energy--not our neighbor's house, but possibly parts of our own. Finally, we can ask ourselves the positive question of what we would like to create in the place of whatever it is we want to tear down. When we do this, we channel a negative habit into a creative process, thus using our energy to change the world around us in a positive way. |
DailyOM Course Spotlight by Ana Holub Do you want to know more about A Course in Miracles? You know Oprah loves it. You often see quotes from it. Perhaps you've studied it a bit yourself. Have you wondered what the message of the Course is for you? A Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a very long book. It's thick, and many people are put off by it because it can seem intimidating. Yet millions of people have studied it since it was first published in the mid 1970s. Why? Because it contains a lot of profound truth that changes people's lives. This course explains the wisdom of A Course in Miracles in a simple, understandable way, to help you grasp what the Course in Miracles is all about. It will illuminate some of the innumerable teachings from the Course, and will explain how to live a life full of miracles. Reading the book is not required for this course. You can take it on it's own, and then see if you want to buy your own copy of the book. If you already have! A Course in Miracles or want to read on-line, the chapter and sub-chapter will be cited so you can easily find the quotes that have been chosen.
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 | | Harmonious Communication | Cancer Horoscope February , 2017 You may be in a demanding mood today and find yourself placing unrealistic expectations on others. This could cause you to appear overly aggressive, which could be counterproductive and push others away. If you devote some quality time to yourself and explore these emotions further, you may discover that you have a strong desire to get your needs met, which may contribute to your emotional overreactions. One good way to overcome this tendency is to strengthen your communication skills and improve your ability to vocalize your needs clearly, which would help you avoid misunderstandings today. Giving special attention to the way you express yourself will allow you to act in productive ways that will enhance the likelihood of others being open to what you have to say.
Taking time to improve our communication skills gives us the ability to clearly express our needs to others. We often make the mistake of assuming that others know what we need, which results in misunderstandings and frustration. Rather than placing unrealistic expectations on the people in our lives, we can choose to pay more attention to our communication skills and express ourselves more clearly. We can then share our thoughts and express our needs in open, productive ways. Others will be likely to respond favorably. We are then able to avoid misunderstandings and feelings of resentment while fostering a greater sense of connection in our relationships. If you pay close attention to the ways that you express your thoughts today, you will be able to make your needs known and create more harmonious relationships. |
DailyOM Course Spotlight by Ana Holub Do you want to know more about A Course in Miracles? You know Oprah loves it. You often see quotes from it. Perhaps you've studied it a bit yourself. Have you wondered what the message of the Course is for you? A Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a very long book. It's thick, and many people are put off by it because it can seem intimidating. Yet millions of people have studied it since it was first published in the mid 1970s. Why? Because it contains a lot of profound truth that changes people's lives. This course explains the wisdom of A Course in Miracles in a simple, understandable way, to help you grasp what the Course in Miracles is all about. It will illuminate some of the innumerable teachings from the Course, and will explain how to live a life full of miracles. Reading the book is not required for this course. You can take it on it's own, and then see if you want to buy your own copy of the book. If you already have! A Course in Miracles or want to read on-line, the chapter and sub-chapter will be cited so you can easily find the quotes that have been chosen.
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 | | Competing with Yourself |
by Madisyn Taylor The urges that drive us to compete with others tend to be straightforward. Years of both evolution and societal influences have shaped us to pit ourselves against our peers. The needs and desires that inspire us to compete with ourselves, however, are entirely personal and thus far more complex. A need to outdo our earlier efforts--to confirm that we have grown as individuals--can motivate us to reach new heights of accomplishment. We are capable of using our past achievements as a foundation from which we venture confidently into the unknown. Yet if this drive to compete with our former selves is the result of low self-worth or a need to prove ourselves to others, even glowing successes can feel disheartening. Examining why we compete with ourselves enables us to positively identify those contests that will enrich our existence.
There are many reasons we strive to outdo ourselves. When we are ambitious in our quest for growth, we are driven to set and meet our own expectations. We do not look to external experiences of winning and losing to define our sense of self-worth. Rather, we are our own judges and coaches, monitoring our progress and gauging how successful we have become. Though we seek the thrill of accomplishment tirelessly, we do so out of a legitimate need to improve the world or to pave the way for those who will follow in our footsteps. Be careful, though, that your competitiveness is not the result of an unconscious need to show others that you are capable of meeting and then exceeding their standards.
Consider, too, that successful efforts that would be deemed more than good enough when evaluated from an external perspective may not satisfy our inner judge, who can drive us ruthlessly. In order to attain balance, we have to learn the art of patience even as we strive to achieve our highest vision of who we are. When we feel drained, tense, or unhappy as we pursue our goals, it may be that we are pushing ourselves for the wrong reasons. Our enthusiasm for our endeavors will return as soon as we recall that authentic evolution is a matter not of winning but of taking pride in our progress at any pace. |
DailyOM Course Spotlight by Sara Wiseman In this course, you will learn how to create direct connection with your Guides and Angels, a spiritual practice that is both easy to learn and incredibly useful. Our Guides and Angels are always available to us, but we often don't know how to connect, or we're confused about the process, or we forget to connect, or we have trouble interpreting the information we receive. In the next eight weeks, you'll experience eight guided meditations that will walk you through the process of direct connection, as well as exercises in writing that help you anchor your new understanding. As you connect repeatedly with your Guides and Angels over time, you will find this guidance is invaluable: every question in your life can be answered clearly and at the highest level by this intuitive technique. As you begin to receive clear and specific guidance from the Divine realms, you will understand how to make decisions, big and small, abo! ut everything in your life: path, purpose, destiny, relationships, family and more.
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| | Broadening Your Spiritual Knowledge | Cancer Horoscope February 27, 2017 You could be pondering the meaning of life, which may make you feel philosophical today. It might be that by seeking a fuller understanding of your beliefs you recognize the need to be more open and willing to learn about new ideas. While searching within may provide you with some answers to the questions you have, perhaps this would be a good time to examine beliefs that are different from your own. Trying a new form of meditation or contemplative practice, or reading a book about a different form of spirituality are ways in which you can expand your metaphysical awareness and gain new insights into the world around you. If you can remember to keep an open mind and to respect the different ideas that you encounter, you may find that these new experiences bring you closer to the truth you seek.
Looking beyond the ideas and forms of spiritual practice with which we are comfortable allows us to develop a greater understanding of our world, for there are many paths to the same truth. Broadening our search to include something that is new for us causes us to question our own beliefs. When we are engaged in such inquiry, we are more likely to dig deeper into ourselves and the ideas that we hold in order to answer the questions we have. This search alone is an important step toward a greater understanding of the truth. Broadening your spiritual scope through different practices will bring you deeper knowledge today.
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DailyOM Course Spotlight by Sara Wiseman In this course, you will learn how to create direct connection with your Guides and Angels, a spiritual practice that is both easy to learn and incredibly useful. Our Guides and Angels are always available to us, but we often don't know how to connect, or we're confused about the process, or we forget to connect, or we have trouble interpreting the information we receive. In the next eight weeks, you'll experience eight guided meditations that will walk you through the process of direct connection, as well as exercises in writing that help you anchor your new understanding. As you connect repeatedly with your Guides and Angels over time, you will find this guidance is invaluable: every question in your life can be answered clearly and at the highest level by this intuitive technique. As you begin to receive clear and specific guidance from the Divine realms, you will understand how to make decisions, big and small, abo! ut everything in your life: path, purpose, destiny, relationships, family and more.
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2. 8 Week Whole Body Makeover!
3. 21 Day Goddess Workout
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8. Be a Divine Conduit for Guides & Angels
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