To truly be of service to others, we must first serve the server. The ability to bring an enlightened presence to those in need is the ability to light a candle without burning ourselves out.
BILL CRAWFORDIt’s not simply what we feel, but what we feed, that determines what we do and how we live.
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The key to being with family is to engage with those we love in a way we would teach to those we love.
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When we take care of ourselves like we would take care of someone we love, the quality of our living and our giving goes up.
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The only time a mistake becomes a failure is when we look for someone to blame.
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The act of giving is simply a behavior, and the gift merely a symbol. It is the energy behind both that will determine their impact on our lives.
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Want to change your experience of life? Change the problem to the practice field.
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You can’t ‘cope with’ change anymore than you can ‘manage’ stress.
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The true measure of our belief in the validity of our values is our willingness to act upon them.
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The problem with righteous indignation is that even when you’re right, you’re still left feeling indignant.
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We can’t always choose how we feel. We can, however, choose what we do about it, which ironically can change how we feel!
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Never define yourself in terms of how you are negatively affected by others.
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Diversity, or the state of being different, isn’t the same as inclusion. One is a description of what is, while the other describes a style of interaction essential to effective teams and organizations.
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There are two ways to look at most problems… ‘Oh Crap!’ or, ‘Good Information!,’ and our choice will give us good information on how to deal with problems in the future.
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Many people would rather be certain of their worries and fears, than risk the uncertainty of hope and optimism.
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One key to successful relationships is learning to say “no” without guilt, so that you can say “yes” without resentment.
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When a loving, meaningful experience is our goal, we must trust an energy that is congruent with that goal as our guide along the way. Bottom line, trust love over fear if love is what you’re after.
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