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Sometimes we can be so focused on the losses and setbacks in our lives, that we forget to look for the opportunities and blessings that may be waiting for us. Because the truth is, everything we lose creates an opening for something new to come into our lives. We must always remain open and receptive…

I was doing some research today for a workshop that I’m giving next month and I was pleased to see that in spite of the economy, women seem to be faring better than ever, financially speaking. Here’s the good news: According to the Center for Women’s Business Research: As women, we represent 52 percent of…

John O’Donohue was a profound mystic, poet and philosopher. His presence on this earth is missed by many. Here is one of the many blessings he bestowed upon us while he was here. A BLESSING May you awaken to the mystery of being here and enter the quiet immensity of your own presence. May you…

When times are tough and not much seems to be going our way, it is easy to lose hope and to forget just how powerful our thoughts and beliefs are in creating the world around us. So the one thing we must never do is lose hope or stop believing in ourselves. As long as…

I believe you can live a truly rich life with or without a great deal of money or material possessions if you can cultivate the right attitude. When you think about it, feeling rich is nothing more than a state of mind. Let me give you an example. My husband is a musician and avid…

I have a teenager. And no matter how wise I think I am — there are just some things that are simply better left said by others. I’m sure all of you parents know what I mean. So, when I came across timeless piece of wisdom from the The Prairie Rambler, February 1998, I thought…

Thou kind Lord! This gathering is turning to Thee. These hearts are radiant with Thy love. These minds and spirits are exhilarated by the message of Thy glad-tidings. O God! Let this American democracy become glorious in spiritual degrees even as it has aspired to material degrees, and render this just government victorious. Confirm this…

Let us pray today for all our friends, family and neighbors who are worried about money, have suffered a job loss or are struggling to survive personally and financially.  So I’ll sit here now and I’ll pray to You (‘though I can’t really say why), as the walls collapse around me and my loved ones…

Teaching your children to be empowered to help out at an early age is important. Starting at about age 7, most children are capable of handling simple tasks and responsibilities around the house. This not only helps children to learn important and necessary life skills, it also greatly increases their self-esteem and makes them feel…

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