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5 Quotes on Addiction that Can Spurn You to Action

Inspiration

Maybe you think a loved one has a problem with addiction, or maybe you’re worried about your own recent habits. “Addiction” doesn’t have to include drugs or alcohol. It can be food, smartphones, gaming and just about anything else that leaks into other parts of your life. You can’t help somebody who doesn’t want it, including yourself, but being open, honest and inviting can be the buoy necessary for healing.

Here are some of the best quotes on addiction that might serve as a wake-up call. If you suspect someone you know is an addict, don’t be afraid to let them know you care and are available to help. You just might be exactly who they need to take action: [Read more…] about 5 Quotes on Addiction that Can Spurn You to Action

Originally posted on October 3, 2014 @ 6:42 am

6 Ways to Cheer You – and/or Others – Up

Family, Inspiration, Life, Spirit

When you need a pick-me-upper, the tendency may be to curl up in bed and wallow. We do know how tempting that can be, but it may not be the best thing to do. You can do some other “productive” things instead, and cheer yourself up in the process.

Additionally, these things may help you cheer others up; and it has been said many times that the best way to cheer yourself up is to cheer another person up. So why don’t you do one or more of these things the next time you feel down? [Read more…] about 6 Ways to Cheer You – and/or Others – Up

Originally posted on September 30, 2014 @ 9:00 am

Losing Your Religion: The Appeal of the Gittite Way

Spirit, Spirituality

They say that there are two topics that you should never bring up during a social gathering: politics and religion. One reason is that people usually have very passionate and rigid opinions when it comes to politics and religion. Another reason is that there will always be at least two people in a group who will come to loggerheads, hence a potentially awkward situation at best.

We cannot deny, however, that religion has played a significant role in humanity even before “civilized” societies were formed. Religious or spiritual beliefs have always existed, although they have evolved over time. In modern society, the changes have become even more apparent. [Read more…] about Losing Your Religion: The Appeal of the Gittite Way

Originally posted on September 29, 2014 @ 9:00 am

14 Quotes on Judging and Being Judged

Healing, Inspiration, Personal Growth, Spirit

People are not born being judgemental. This way of thinking is learned, taken in as we grow up. If we see our parents, aunts, uncles, and other adults around us judging other people, then isn’t it understandable that when we grow up, we might have the tendency to be judgemental? We might not even realize that we tend to judge other people!

But then, when we are at the receiving end, things suddenly become unfair, doesn’t it? We think that being judged (unfairly, most of the time) is “just not right”, and we react negatively to it.

There are always two sides to a coin, and if you are going through a situation where judging or being judged is an issue, here are some quotes that may help you gain a better perspective. [Read more…] about 14 Quotes on Judging and Being Judged

Originally posted on September 16, 2014 @ 9:49 am

5 Things to Tell Yourself to Be Happy

Inspiration

I have been struggling with depressive feelings for quite some time now, although I hadn’t really realized the extent and seriousness of the situation until I started behaving erratically and realizing that I dreaded getting up every day. Then there are the days when I just can’t do anything but lie in bed.

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Happiness is the cure to depression, some say, but it is such an abstract concept that sometimes, we do not know what it is. Some say that if you want to be happy, choose to be happy. And that’s true in some cases. [Read more…] about 5 Things to Tell Yourself to Be Happy

Originally posted on September 12, 2014 @ 11:00 am

7 Things to Keep Doing to Make Life Harder

Life, Personal Growth, Spirit

Life is difficult. It is unfair. But it can be beautiful if you want to see through the hardships.

The thing is, I have found that it is so much easier to dwell on the negatives than the positives. Even more so when you realize that that kind of thinking has been the pattern for so many years. Good habits can be a challenge to form, but bad habits are definitely tough to break.

For some people, their lives may not be as bad as they think it is. Sometimes, it’s because they keep on clinging to habits that make life harder – without even realizing it. If you’ve got a moment, why not take the time to go through these seven things that make life harder. Maybe you’re doing them, and you just don’t realize it! [Read more…] about 7 Things to Keep Doing to Make Life Harder

Originally posted on September 2, 2014 @ 9:00 am