The title of my post came to mind as our “body politic” debates the notion that the Kremlin and its leader, Vladimir Putin have influenced or affected the outcome of the recent presidential election. My headline was inspired by the 1966 movie comedy of the same name. The storyline starts with a Russian submarine […] via … Continue reading The Russians are Coming!, The Russians are Coming! — The Opinion Square
Teaching My Children About “The Ability to Respond”
In my ongoing commitment to self-awareness, I am always considering new ways to enhance my life and the lives of my children. I am passionate about innovating the relationship you have with yourself, you have with others, and how that enhances our world. Recently, my focus has been the crucial role responsibility plays in personal … Continue reading Teaching My Children About “The Ability to Respond”
Your Opinion of Yourself, and Only Yours, Decides Your Fate in Life
The past few weeks, I was knee-deep in preparations for Halloween. These plans took center stage in our household for the month of October as my children waited in great anticipation for the big day. And, this had me thinking about the roles we play in life. This had me pondering who decides the truth … Continue reading Your Opinion of Yourself, and Only Yours, Decides Your Fate in Life
He Wanted to Know That He is Worth More Than a Letter on a Piece of Paper…
My thirteen-year-old son, Will, looked over at me with his large, reflective brown eyes and asked, "Mom, what will happen if I don't get a good grade on this test?" Will and I were both quietly working. I was writing and he was studying for a test. We were seated at the long, cherry table … Continue reading He Wanted to Know That He is Worth More Than a Letter on a Piece of Paper…
Love is a Choice
I believe that it is extremely important at this time to understand that how you view your world, your experience and each and every moment, is a choice - a choice to see through the eyes of love or fear. Whatever you choose, know that the world is at your command. What you decide is … Continue reading Love is a Choice
Become the Change, Create New Systems, Lead Yourself
You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete. Richard Buckminster Fuller Change Occurs Within You First… If you observe the events and dynamics of the world stage at the moment, it may be difficult to have clarity as to … Continue reading Become the Change, Create New Systems, Lead Yourself
The Truth Within Us
Now, more than ever before, I hear the winds of truth blowing within the hearts and minds of humanity, beckoning forth an unprecedented change in the way we see ourselves and our relationship to the world. I would assert that humanity is poised for an extraordinary shift. This shift will involve a global maturity in … Continue reading The Truth Within Us
Choosing the Meaning in the Waves of Challenge
Okay, so this concept may require some consideration on your part. But, from what I have learned about the fundamental nature of existence, we are the ones - each one of us- who are responsible for giving all of our experience it's meaning. We are the caretakers of the significance that we imbue into our … Continue reading Choosing the Meaning in the Waves of Challenge
Energy Seeks Awareness
In simple terms, your life is what you focus on. However, the term "energy seeks awareness" allows me to see a very clear vision of what that looks like, which helps me to further integrate this truth. I envision myself, or my awareness, as a white sphere with streaks of vibrant color surrounding me, which … Continue reading Energy Seeks Awareness
Utilizing Perspective to Usher in the Light
The Gift of a Broader Perspective I continue to be amazed by the power that perspective has in either paving the way to our highest joy or holding us captive, (and sometimes paralyzed, frustrated and riddled with defeat). I was reminded of the profound influence of perspective, when I stumbled upon this well-known quote by … Continue reading Utilizing Perspective to Usher in the Light
Angels Evolution 