Posted May 27, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

A Sanctuary

Rachel Naomi Remen says our listening creates a sanctuary for the homeless parts within another person. Listening is not the same as hearing. Hearing happens with the ears. Listening happens with the heart and mind and soul.

If you have stories about another really listening to you, please share them with Debra by email […]

Posted May 20, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

Attachment to a Position

All conflict is simply a symptom of attachment to a position. As you find your core value, you begin to live from an inner authority. You can now be more tolerant of others doing the same.

Imagine if our leaders are all able to do this. We must be the change we want to […]

Posted May 13, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

Real Love

Margaret Anderson said in real love you want the other person’s good. In romantic love, you want the other person.

If you know you are ready for more meaningful relationships, and would benefit from some coaching, contact Debra by email at debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental U.S. phone or text (269) 921-2217.

Humans […]

Posted May 6, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

You Are a Diamond

A diamond will sparkle even in the dust; you do not ever need to prove that you are right. In time, the truth will reveal itself.

You are a diamond! Is it time for you to express the truth of your soul?

Contact Debra by email at debra@scs-matters.com, or from within the continental U.S. phone […]

Posted April 29, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

Make Music

Ross Bishop says if it doesn’t create harmony, it’s not you. Think about the ways you have responded to events in your life.

Can you notice responses that create harmony? No regrets are necessary. If it did not create harmony, it was not truly YOU.

YOU are a being created in love and for love. […]

Posted April 22, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

Newborn Baby

When we understand how precious each moment is, we can treat each breath, each challenge, each experience, as a newborn baby. Whatever is showing up in your life is here for your benefit.

Remember how exciting a new born baby is? Innocent, seen as a miracle, welcomed!

Savor it all….

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Posted April 15, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

Is That So?

Thick Nhat Hanh says you must love in such a way that the person you love feels free. We have all had the experience of feeling held back, or controlled. It is not pleasant.

If you are tempted to think controlling another is love, ask yourself, “Is that so?”

You can teach yourself the […]

Posted April 8, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

Become Quieter

Baba Ram Dass said, “The quieter you become, the more you can hear.” We are bombarded with sounds from the outside, but the place you get true quiet is within.

You can let normal activities of life be part of your developing greater inner quiet. Go for a walk in nature. Take a soaking bath. […]

Posted April 1, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

Believe in Today

“It’s important to believe in tomorrow. But give yourself the gift that keeps on giving. Believe in today.” Melody Beattie said that, and it is so true.

We are each given the current moment to believe in. Whether we see the butterfly enjoying the flowers, or taste the succulent orange segments, or remember to […]

Posted March 25, 2015 in Wholesome Thoughts

Can't Please Everybody

“I don’t know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby said that. The current publicity about him does not change the truth in his statement.

Trying to please everybody is based in fear.

Instead, you can choose a higher power or a religious or spiritual icon […]