We are disturbed not by things, but by the view which we take of them. ~ EPICTETUS A while back one of our cats and I stood before the mirror. The cat, named Miracle, seemed not at all concerned … Read More
It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving. ~ Mother Teresa At one time I was caring for a teenage girl who had fallen into a fireplace and had been scarred by the burns. … Read More
This is a guest post by Prudence Sinclair. Have you been enjoying the lovely fall colors where you are? I do love the astounding New England autumns in Boston when the leaves turn crimson and gold and flutter down to … Read More
Self-love, my liege, is not so vile a sin as self-neglect. ~ William Shakespeare To neglect one’s self is a sin and a purposeless act of destruction. No matter what others have done to you, you are worth loving. To … Read More
A man cannot be comfortable without his own approval. ~ Mark Twain When will you be comfortable with your life? When you can impress others with all the material things you have accumulated and how expensive they are? No, … Read More
The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are. ~ Joseph Campbell If you were given a Rolls Royce, a Stradivarius, a precious jewel, or something else of great value, how would you take care of it? I … Read More
“The greatest of faults is to be conscious of none.” ~ Thomas Carlyle, 1795-1881 Scottish Historian and Essayist Getting to know yourself better takes courage. It is far easier to hide behind a mask than to see yourself as … Read More
Question for Bernie: Hello Bernie, I live in Toronto, Canada. I was diagnosed with ALS last year. In pursuing meaningful solutions and growth, I came across your book. It is a blessing. I am currently looking for a therapist. Do … Read More
For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider; every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and silver. ~ Martin Luther The next time your family complains about your behavior, just … Read More
“People are like a stained-glass window. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out.” ~ Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Most of us are very concerned about revealing the so-called stains on our lives. We are constantly trying to hide our scars … Read More