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Thought for Today

“I’ve learned that fear limits you and your vision. It serves as blinders to what may be just a few steps down the road for you. The journey is valuable, but believing in your talents, your abilities, and your self-worth can empower you to walk down an even brighter path. Transforming fear into freedom –Continue reading “Thought for Today”

Tools for Defeating Fear: Gratitude

There are people who in their fervor to win high political office and (in their minds) control the world who are intentionally spreading fear.  It makes perfect sense.  People who are afraid are easier to control. A part of this political tactic is to paint a picture of doom and gloom;  a world gone astrayContinue reading “Tools for Defeating Fear: Gratitude”

Tools for Defeating Fear: Watch Yourself Online

The internet can be a wonderful tool, but it is just that… a tool.  As a tool it is neither good or evil in itself, but can be used for either. With the advent of the Internet Age, we now have access to more information than ever before.  We also have access to that informationContinue reading “Tools for Defeating Fear: Watch Yourself Online”

Tools for Defeating Fear: Meditation

Meditation is always important, but especially when we find ourselves going up against fear.  Many of these tools I will talk about are things we need to grow and cultivate so they will become a natural part of our lives, available when we need them.  Fear, desperation and turmoil certainly can drive us to these practices  ThereContinue reading “Tools for Defeating Fear: Meditation”

Saying YES to Love and NO to Fear: Part 2

Scriptures and holy books may be used for both good and evil.  We see the words from sacred texts of different faiths and traditions being used to justify hatred and killing and to instill fear and even push followers toward violent action.  But these same texts also inspire goodness, holiness, love, grace and peace. So what are we toContinue reading “Saying YES to Love and NO to Fear: Part 2”

Saying YES to Love and NO to Fear — Part 1

Everyone’s biggest enemy in the world right now is fear.  It is the cause of increased  isolation, the planned closing of borders, and citizens arming themselves.  We are turning against each other out of fear.  We are making irrational decisions out of fear.  We are blindly following leaders who are fanning the flames of fearContinue reading “Saying YES to Love and NO to Fear — Part 1”

Be a Light in a Dark World

You may have noticed I’m not quick to react to all the crazy, sad, violent and horrific things going on in the world.  When I do post about current events it is only after much thought and prayer.  But after recent terrorist attacks and the web going crazy over red coffee cups I feel the needContinue reading “Be a Light in a Dark World”