Find Your Middle Ground

Category: Steps on the Journey

  • * Haiku – onenness

    ~ Find Your Middle Ground From “self” to “we” expansion transcends into One ~ If you are new to this site… Welcome! You can learn more about how to Find Your Middle Ground here.

  • * The Quest

    “The inner meaning of life does not readily reveal itself; it must be searched for. Such a search is the Quest. When a man begins to seek out his real nature, to find the truth of his real being, he begins to follow the Quest. The Quest is a veritable re-education of the self, leading…

  • When There’s a Shortage of Love

    “To hold our tongues when everyone is gossiping, to smile without hostility at people and institutions, to compensate for the shortage of love in the world with more love in small, private matters; to be more faithful in our work, to show greater patience, to forgo the cheap revenge obtainable from mockery and criticism: all…

  • Tips for Handling the Highs and Lows of Life

    I came across this list in a training manual for helping people manage their stress. I’m not sure who the originator is, but I would like to acknowledge Dr Laura Belsten and the Institute for Social + Emotional Intelligence for sharing it. Good stuff 🙂 Accept that some days you’re the pigeon, and some days…

  • * Inspiration – Roots and Rivers

    “To stay present in everyday life, it helps to be deeply rooted within yourself; otherwise, the mind, which has incredible momentum, will drag you along like a wild river.” Eckhart Tolle I really appreciated this gentle reminder to root into our being in order to calm the mind…. and so I’m paying it forward today…

  • * Inspiration – Tao knowing

    This is one of my favorite quotes from Lao Tzu.  Why not take time to pause and reflect on the words and how they resonate with you today.   Knowing the world is intelligent. Knowing yourself is enlightenment. Bending the world to your will takes force. Willing yourself to bend is true strength. Succeeding in…

  • * Be Confused About What You Know

    “Until you are willing to be confused about what you already know, what you know will never grow bigger, better, or more useful.“                 – Milton Erickson We seek assurance in knowing. When we know, we feel more in control. But we forget that learning is infinite… Let’s be…

  • * A Different Perspective

    A wonderful perspective on life from poet and writer Roxi St Clair. It touches my heart … and the ostrich makes me smile. 😍

  • * M..M..Moment

    Here is a lovely Mini Mindful Moment that helped me find my Middle Ground today: Walk Slowly by Danna Faulds It only takes a reminder to breathe, a moment to be still, and just like that, something in me settles, softens, makes space for imperfection. The harsh voice of judgment drops to a whisper and…

  • * Haiku – nurture

    ~ Find your Middle Ground Nurture your precious being with self kindness first ~ If you are new to this site… Welcome! You can learn more about how to find your middle ground here.

  • Moments of Pleasure and a Life Filled with Joy

    Are you a pleasure seeker or a joy seeker? Both Eckhart Tolle and Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras tell us that the difference between pleasure and joy lies in whether we focus on the outer world of our senses (pleasure) or our inner world of being (joy). Many people are pleasure seekers while others are…

  • * Awareness as Alchemy

    “Awareness is the greatest alchemy there is. Just go on becoming more and more aware and you will find your life changing for the better in every possible dimension. It will bring great fulfillment”. ~ Osho When we are able to bring awareness to our actions, thoughts and emotions we begin a journey of inner transformation.…

  • * Inspiration – from the quietness

    This is a beautiful observation about what can happen when we find the quietness with us. When we find our Middle ground. In this space is more than calming the mind or exploring our spiritual path, it is vital for our overall wellbeing. Take time to pause in your day and find the quietness within.…

  • * Save the World While Having Fun

    I believe that we can all contribute to world peace. It starts with being kind to ourselves and finding peace within ourselves. Helping others is a great place to start, but the real work is inside each one of us. We must find that peaceful, nourishing and inspiring place I call our Middle Ground. This…

  • A Question for the Future

    At this time of year its natural to reflect back and then look forward to what the New Year might bring.  Some of us set game plans and goals to accomplish… Others have intentions around our own evolution and inner journey…  And some of us like to stay in the present moment. You know how…

  • * Mantra for Today – thoughts

    Today’s mantra is helpful when we notice we are creating stories about ourselves, situations and other people … Which means its helpful every moment of my days 🙂   My thoughts are not the truth (They are only my thoughts) The truth lies beyond our thinking. Take time to pause, meditate and sit with whatever…