Seeing what is beautiful and divine in ordinary things

“It would add very much to the pleasure of life and to its sanctity if we cultivated the habit of seeing what is beautiful and divine in ordinary things, though this is not easy, because our natural tendency is to think and talk most of what is extraordinary. Let there come a vivid flash ofContinue reading “Seeing what is beautiful and divine in ordinary things”

Look at your own life

“Look at your own life. Has it become overly complex? Have you found yourself burdened by too many possessions or responsibilities? Take a deep breath and ask yourself: ‘What steps can I take to reduce the clutter so that I may live simply and joyously?’” —Douglas Bloch

Learn the Art of Right Living

It is not your passing thoughts or brilliant ideas so much as your plain everyday habits that control your life… Live simply. Don’t get caught in the machine of the world — it is too exacting. By the time you get what you are seeking your nerves are gone, the heart is damaged, and theContinue reading “Learn the Art of Right Living”

To live in the most natural state possible

“The true purpose of tidying is to live in the most natural state possible.  Owning only what we love and what we need is the most natural condition. By putting our house in order, we can live in our natural state. We choose those things that bring us joy and cherish what is truly preciousContinue reading “To live in the most natural state possible”