Good, supportive relationships require give and take. Think of relationships as resources – if you take too much, you deplete your support network. If you give too much, you are unhappy because you don’t have the support you need when stressed or down. It’s all about balance.
Americans Now See the Truth as Relative
What comes next?
Source: Americans Now See the Truth as Relative | Psychology Today
I have no idea where I am going
“My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor do I really know myself, and the fact that I think that I am following your will does not mean that I am actually doing so. But I believe that the desire to please you does in fact please you. And I hope I have that desire in all that I am doing. I hope that I will never do anything apart from that desire. And I know that if I do this you will lead me by the right road though I may know nothing about it. Therefore will I trust you always though I may seem to be lost and in the shadow of death. I will not fear, for you are ever with me, and you will never leave me to face my perils alone.”― Thomas Merton, Thoughts in Solitude
Source: Goodreads | Quote by Thomas Merton: “My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I…”
The Unbroken by Rashani Réa
Yes, this…
5. Consolation and Desolation
Hmmm…
5. Consolation and desolation
When Ignatius dictated his reminiscences towards the end of his life, he spoke at some length of the process of his conversion. After being wounded at a battle in Pamplona, Ignatius had to spend a long time in bed, and though he would have preferred his normal fare of tales of chivalry, the only available books were a life of Christ and the lives of the saints.
He used to pass long periods daydreaming, sometimes of his future exploits to win the heart of one of the noblest women in Spain, and sometimes of repeating the heroic actions of the great saints. He realised that these different thoughts gave rise to different feelings: while the former often turned to a sense of dissatisfaction, the positive feelings experienced when he imagined performing big exploits for God stayed with him for a long time.
He says that this…
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Maybe your life is not falling apart…
Maybe your life is not falling apart; maybe it’s falling together. Don’t fearfully hold on to what needs to end. The familiar life crumbles so the new life can begin. — Bryant McGill ”
Source: SimpleReminders.com — bryantmcgill: Maybe your life is not falling…
Everyone comes with baggage
“Everyone comes with baggage. Find someone who loves you enough to help you unpack.” — Unknown Author
Source: SimpleReminders.com — “Everyone comes with baggage. Find someone who…
Happiness is an attitude
“Happiness is an attitude. We either make ourselves miserable, or happy and strong. The amount of work is the same.” — Francesca Reigler
Source: SimpleReminders.com — “Happiness is an attitude. We either make…
That which we obtain too easily, we esteem too lightly
Diamonds are among the rarest substances on earth, its sources are scare and availability limited. This is what makes it immensely precious. If it were easily available like iron, obtaining it would…
Cyclist Enacts Swift Justice On Would-Be Bike Thief
This biker left his ride unattended for less than 20 seconds, but that was all the time a thief needed — until the cyclist took him out.
Source: Cyclist Enacts Swift Justice On Would-Be Bike Thief – Digg
Some people are going to love you no matter what
“Some people are going to love you no matter what you do and some people will never love you no matter what you do. Go where the love is.” — Unknown Author
Source: SimpleReminders.com — “Some people are going to love you no matter what…
Carpool Karaoke with Elton John
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Keep Shining Your Light, Even When You Feel Broken
Invite yourself to embrace every aspect of your being. The moment you share your light, the world becomes a brighter place.
After watching this, your brain will not be the same
After watching this, your brain will not be the same…
Life Lessons: You can’t change other people
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The amazing physics of fire ants
Fire ants are more than just a bloody terror. They have fascinating survival strategies that interest engineers. Take a look at what engineers find so fascinating.
The “If, Then” Trap: How It Keeps You Unhappy and How to Avoid It
I’ve recognized that this daily trap can keep me from experiencing the fullness of being in the present moment. Avoiding it is the key to being happier.
Source: The “If, Then” Trap: How It Keeps You Unhappy and How to Avoid It
5 Ways Journaling Can Help You Get Through the Hard Stuff via @tinybuddha
Writing about the hard stuff is actually what helps me get through it. It’s what makes journaling so incredibly powerful.
Source: 5 Ways Journaling Can Help You Get Through the Hard Stuff – Tiny Buddha
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