The generic meaning of meditation is the "healing of the mind or to take control of the mind". This is because the mind, a faculty of the soul, is very inquisitive, curious and travels with great speed. Inreality, the mind is where all the thoughts are created or generated. It is similar to an antenna where all signals are received. On theaverage while one is awake, some 25-40 thoughts per minute enter themind of which less than 10 percent are positive. The rest are idle,waste or negative.

Never be afraid to sit awhile and think. ~Lorraine Hansberry, A Raisin in the Sun

"We may not be born happy, but we are born with the ability to create happiness." --Source Unknown

Knowledge of what is possible is the beginning of happiness. - George Santayana

A budget is just a method of worrying before you spend money, as well as afterward.

Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart.

Firm faith and self-confidence in your goals determine your destiny. Be surenot to forget your goals; do not allow doubts to come. Instead of seeingproblems, see only opportunities.

Peace is simplicity. Simplicity is beauty. A simple exercise to experiencethis is - Choose a day as your day of simplicity. Speak little, and listenwith attention. Do something incognito and nice for a person you are closeto. Eat simple and natural food. Create time periods for not doinganything - just walk, look around, live the moment. Have your mind open to amore profound and silent sensitivity. Appreciate each scene and each personas they are. In the evening write down your discoveries. Observe the stateof your mind.

In the ocean of silence you may discover your eternal treasures of peace, love and happiness. In silence, you can let bad feelings and past sorrows dissolve. Silence calms your heart. It is a balm that heals the wounds of the soul. It strengthens the spirit and takes you to a world without sound where peace reigns.

Self-consciousness distinguishes you from other animals. It enables you to be aware of your thoughts, feelings and emotions and to understand how they influence your behavior. When your consciousness awakens, you start beingtruly free because you decide your destiny and take responsibility for yourchoices.

You spend most of your life running after things, doing things. You forgotthat being comes before doing. Those who remember this secret make an effortto "be" and discover that when they stop and observe, life helps and bringswhatever is needed. Learning to be is learning to be at peace. It is ourmost fundamental nature.

To attain peace when something unfortunate happens, we have to open up to the possibility that there may be benefit and good hidden in that situation. Accept and learn, then your feelings will be positive and you will find solutions. You will have transformed defeat into victory.

Your true enemies - which will destroy your peace - are negative habits and waste thoughts. Your true attainment is the conquest of the self.

Peace ends when you are emotionally involved in a situation. The practice of being an independent observer helps you stay stable and calm. It is the best way to approach a decision in any circumstance.

It is easy to create new things, change places or do something different. To sustain that sense of newness that creates enthusiasm is more difficult. The secret of newness in life is not to do new things constantly, but to see everything you do with new eyes, new insights and a new perspective.

The sages do not consider that making no mistakes is a blessing. They believe, rather, that the great virtue of man lies in his ablility to correct his mistakes and continually make a new man of himself.

--- Wang Yang-Ming

Self-control is not about suppressing emotions or tolerating the pressure of circumstances. Self-control is to be the creator of your thoughts and feelings, to be creative and find new answers. This helps you to remain calm and cool.

At times there is a weak spot, something you do not want to see about your character. The way to discover it is through others. They are the mirrors that reflect your personality. If something bothers your about someone, you are recognizing an attitude that is actually within you. When you feel it does not affect you and you can respond calmly, it means that this weakness is no longer in you.

To stay happy in every situation remember what has helped you, what has made life worthwhile. Forget the old, the things of no value, and what has stolen your dreams. You grow and progress in life thanks to what motivates and inspires you. You get depressed through remembering your weakness and mistakes.

The most powerful form of teaching is by example. What you see through your eyes creates the greatest impact. The heart accepts it and it does not need many words. You cannot impose peace on any one through force but you can bring this about by being peaceful and creating a peaceful environment.

Peace is not a passive attitude; it is an active state. It requires having constant attention and determination, in order to live and to respond as a peaceful being to any upset in life. You need to brave and vigilant.

Your internal dialogue establishes your way of seeing the world. When you make demands on and reproach yourself, you create a world of stress and pain. To be peaceful, create a loving dialogue with yourself, enabling your inner values to awaken and be expressed regardless of your external world.

When a friend is in trouble, don't annoy him by asking if there is anything you can do. Think up something appropriate and do it.

--- Edgar Watson Howe

Our society encourages distraction and evasion as a means to experience happiness. But actually this takes you far away from yourself and just postpones dissatisfaction. The true solution is to concentrate on what nourishes the spirit and give you life.

Many believe that happiness is achieved through material wealth. It is true that it gives a temporary sense of well being. A rich person is not someone who has more but someone who desires less. Happiness is the result of total appreciation of all that life gives you at every moment.

A mother teaches her child with love and patience until the child learns. Be a mother and teach your mind to have positive thoughts and to let go of worries. Then when your mind most needs peace, it will obey you.

A mother teaches her child with love and patience until the child learns. Be a mother and teach your mind to have positive thoughts and to let go of worries. Then when your mind most needs peace, it will obey you.

Your words might impress others. People will say "He is a good speaker. What interesting things he says". But if you don't practice what you say, others will not feel inspired to do it. It is your actions more than your words which will inspire and show them how to do it.

If you think you can do something alone, either because you don't trust others to do it or because you feel you are the most qualified,

  You will always be busy doing everything,
  You will be unhappy with others because they are not doing what you want,

It is more effective to invest your time in training and developing others.
There is a greater success in cooperation.

In order to create good relationships -

- With your mind, think about what you have to learn from others.
- With your eyes, look into the good qualities of others.
- With your words, recognize, value and appreciate their accomplishments.
- With your actions, cooperate and do something for others.

The root of suffering is attachment. You have created a space in your mind that holds a person or object as a part of you. When that person or object is criticized, neglected or not with you, you feel pain in your mind and you experience a sense of loss. If you want to remain happy at all times, you must learn to love and appreciate while remaining independent.

Cooperate with others

Create cooperation

Teach Cooperation

Inspire cooperation and you will find in your workplace a space to learn and a place for personal growth. Your motivation will shift from earning to learning.

The ability to touch base with my inner calmness whenever I need to protects me from the influence of pressures and demands place upon me. The greater the demands, the more I need to nourish my inner calmness and stability. If I let them, circumstances will throw me around with their unexpected twists and turns. Once I have learnt to generate my own stable happiness and peace there is nothing I cannot handle.

There is an immaculate eternal and constant space within you hidden under different appearances. In that space there is only peace, love and wisdom. Let go and free yourself from the layers that cover that space and you will uncover the secret of life of fullness.

Often, from grain of sand a mountain emerges. If you want to protect your inner peace transform the mountain into a grain of sand. Life will bring obstacles and difficulties. They do not come to stop you. They can strengthen you and help you progress with more experience. Keep advancing. Sometimes you do not find a solution, it is enough to keep moving forward, learning from and leaving obstacles behind.

It is better to say, "This one thing I do" than to say, "These forty things I dabble in."

Washington Gladden

Optimism is essential to achievement and it is also the foundation of courage and true progress.

Nicholas Murray Butler

Optimism is essential to achievement and it is also the foundation of courage and true progress.

Nicholas Murray Butler

Failure is the opportunity to begin again more intelligently.

Henry Ford
(1863-1947, American Industrialist)

We can only feel comfortable adapting to new situations and different ways of doing things if we are light and easy. We often resist new ideas from others or changing circumstances because we harbor jealousy, mistrust or resentment. Letting go of such negativity we can begin to see with positive vision and can embrace new scenes in life with a sense of openness and adventure.

Principle of Reiki by Dr. Mikao Usui, the Founder of Reiki as we know it.
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Just for today
I will live the attitude of gratitude

Just for today
I will not worry

Just for today
I will not anger

Just for today
I will do my work honestly

Just for today
I will show love and respect for every living thing

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It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters in the end.

Usula K. LeGuin

Friendship consists in forgetting what one gives and remembering what one receives.

Alexandre Dumas the Younger
(1824-1895)

We are able to face all types of challenges when we know how to keep our mind clear and calm. And God is always on hand to help if we are brave enough to set aside our negative feelings and worrying thoughts and let ourselves be guided by pure love.

One who has tolerance has the power to accept and accommodate all situations. Appreciative of the richness that different opinions and perspectives bring to the tapestry of life, a person who is tolerant is able to remain calm and contented. Where true love reigns, tolerance has no limits.

One who has tolerance has the power to accept and accommodate all situations. Appreciative of the richness that different opinions and perspectives bring to the tapestry of life, a person who is tolerant is able to remain calm and contented. Where true love reigns, tolerance has no limits.

The practice of silently observing life enables us to understand other people's inner concerns. We become slower to judge and better able to respond openly and thoughtfully.

The abundant life does not come to those who have had a lot of obstacles removed from their path by others. It develops from within and is rooted in strong mental and moral fiber.

-- William Mather Lewis

'Think like a wise man but communicate in the language of the people.'

--- William Butler Yeats

To give real service you must add something which cannot be bought or measured with money, and that is sincerity and integrity.

-- Donald A. Adams

The important thing is this: to be able at any moment to sacrifice what we are for what we could become.

-- Charles Du Bos

The most important thing I have learned over the years is the difference between taking one's work seriously and taking one's self seriously. The first is imperative, and the second disastrous.

-- Margaret Fontey

After receiving grace of God, one can never be the same again, never look at life again in the old way... our thoughts are enlivened, our life is inspired with enthusiasm and energy, and we live daily in the joyous knowledge that everything is all right...

When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us.

Helen Keller
(1880-1968, American Writer)

Bravery is the capacity to perform properly even when scared half to death.

General Omar Bradley
(1893-1983, World War II Hero)

It is when we silence the chattering of our mind that we can truly hear what is in our heart and find the still, clear purity that lies within the soul. Spiritual love carries us into the silence of our original state of being. This silence contains the power to create harmony in all relationships and the sweetness to sustain them. And it is when we are silent that we can let God into our heart and mind, filling us with peace, love and power.

The highest reward for a person's toil is not what they get for it, but what they become by it.

John Ruskin
(1819-1900, British Artist and Author)

When we combine the power of self-belief with pure motives there is very little we cannot achieve. Using this power wisely to bring benefit to everyone in our lives, we can rest assured that everything we need will steadily flow our way.

If you're never scared or embarrassed or hurt, it means you never take any chances.

Julia Sorel

It is very easy to create unity and make others a part of unity - if we can only pay special attention to one aspect - accumulate the power of truth. The power of truth alone can destroy the number one enemy of unity - ego. With ego out of the way, it is easy to create an atmosphere of harmony. The greatness of truth is the ability to come together with love, and accept each other's different ideas with love.

When I recognize the value of my own time there is a natural regard for the time of others. Arriving on time for an engagement is a simple way of demonstrating respect. A little attention reduces tension and life flows with the rhythm of each day.

I believe we should all pay our tax with a smile. I tried - but they wanted cash....

I believe we should all pay our tax with a smile. I tried - but they wanted cash....

I believe we should all pay our tax with a smile. I tried - but they wanted cash...

I believe we should all pay our tax with a smile. I tried - but they wanted cash...

The indispensable first step to getting the things you want in this life is this: Decide what you want.

Ben Stein
(Actor, Author, Comedian)

When what you have is not enough to meet your need it's called a seed.

Bishop Joe Imakando
(Clergyman)

"Love and Forgiveness is the most important factor in any kind of relationship."

The real measure of your wealth is how much you'd be worth if you lost all your money.

Bernard Meltzer
(Law Professor)

A ship in harbour is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.

William Shedd

If our mind is still enough, we can see the deeper meaning behind each situation. No matter how bad a problem may seem on the surface, if we remain positive eventually we will see how everything has worked out for the best.

When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.

Peter Marshall
(1902-1949, Clergyman)

Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is at their heels.

Bertolt Brecht
(1898-1956, Dramatist and Poet)

Worrying about how everything will get done or whether we are capable of doing it, limits our ability to respond to challenges considerably. The less we think about doing something and the faster we just get on with it, the fewer problems we cause ourselves. Good planning is always helpful, but time spent fretting and procrastinating is a major drain on our energy. The more willing we are to respond positively to opportunities, the more our capacity will grow.

When we learn to respect ourselves, other people will respect us. How can we develop respect for ourselves? By keeping our mind positive and encouraging ourselves to grow and change for the better. Demanding respect because of our position or background is simply arrogance. On the other hand, listening with humility and valuing other people's advice naturally ears us respect. We get back exactly what we give out.

Humility and arrogance are enemies. Where one exists the other cannot exist. Arrogance usually begins from external things, but ends up deep inside the soul, penetrating everything, destroying it all and giving rise to anger and greed.

Considering how bad men are, it is wonderful how will they behave.

Help your brother's boat across, and your own will reach the shore.
--- Hindu proverb

Great beauty, great strength, and great riches are really and truly of no great use; a right heart exceeds all.

Benjamin Franklin
(1706-1790, American Scientist, Publisher, Diplomat)

"I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief."
--Gerry Spence

Life is a gift, not a prize.

Rick Beneteau
(Author and Internet Marketer)

If you want to win a man to your cause, first convince him that you are his sincere friend.

Abraham Lincoln
(1809-1865, Sixteenth President of the USA)

It hurts to love someone and not be loved in return, but what is the most painful is to love someone and never finding the courage to let the person know how you feel.

Everyone wants to be loved for who they are. When we appreciate others fully it boosts their self-esteem and helps them pass on a loving attitude to others. Even though we may not see the results immediately; love always works.

It takes great courage to be honest. One of the noblest qualities in a person is the ability to say, "I am sorry, I was wrong, you were right". It doesn't really matter about being right, winning arguments or having our ideas accepted. It matters more that we are able to recognize our mistakes, take responsibility for them, learn the lesson and move on with greater maturity.

When we have learned to love and accept ourselves, we no longer compete with others but enjoy encouraging them to reach for their dreams, we can genuinely celebrate their success and enjoy seeing them go ahead.

I care not what others think of what I do, but I care very much about what I think of what I do. That is character!

Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt
(1858-1919, Twenty-sixth President of the USA)

The height of your accomplishments will equal the depth of your convictions.

William F. Scolavino

Non-violence is a very deep philosophy. Not only does it require us to harm no one physically, but also avoid harming anyone's self-respect. Such an ethic requires tremendous awareness and sensitivity. When we have learned to be gentle with ourselves, we can be the same with others.

Happiness is not in our circumstances, but in ourselves. It is not something we see, like a rainbow, or feel, like the heat of a fire. Happiness is something we are.

John B. Sheerin
(Author)

A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.

Christopher Reeve

There is happiness when each moment is used in a worthwhile way. Happiness is such nourishment that it can transform a person from weak into powerful. It makes difficult things easy and heavy things light. To remain happy and share happiness with others is a great act of charity. No matter what happens, my happiness should not be lost.

Without enthusiasm life becomes a dry and tasteless experience. Anyone can become enthusiastic for a little while but to keep enthusiasm steadily flowing through our life is a great art. The secret is remarkably simple; live in a state of appreciation; appreciate the special qualities within everyone; appreciate the wonder of nature and give thanks to the cycle of life and everyone's contribution to it. Enthusiasm is infectious, especially when it is based on an appreciation of, and love for life itself.

It is fashionable to use humour in a caustic way and to subtly criticize.
More often than not, this is hurtful and makes others wary of us. To avoid
any kind of bitter tinge to our interactions we need to let go of mistakes -
both our own and those of other people - completely. When we have learned to
love in a pure way and know how to create positive attitudes at will, we
develop the quality of sweetness in our personality. Let our nature become
so sweet that we never again disempower anyone or draw attention to their
weakness.

The highest discipline is to live by the values that are dearest to us. To do so we may
have to sacrifice something, for example, praise, money or status. However, the rewards are
enormous : self-respect, self-confidence and an ability to face adversity with courage and optimism.

Most people are so busy knocking themselves out trying to do everything they think they should do, they never get around to do what they want to do.

Kathleen Winsor
(Author)

It is often said, Charity begins at home. However it seems easier to give something for the afflicted in a far-off country than to give the right kind of time and energy to the people closest to us. Give respect to those who have no sel-respect, treating juniors with as much sensitivity as our seniors does not come always naturually. We can start by silently speaking to our mind in a loving way. We need to encourage ourselves when we make mistakes.

Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities no doubt crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be cumbered with your old nonsense.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
(1803-1882, American Poet, Essayist)

Practice the habit of saying "past is past". Keep facing forward. If something negative happens, don't feel guity about it. Simply have the determined thought to conquer it. Re-channel the energy that usually goes into guilt or regret into positive thought and willpower, so that the soul says: "yes, I am making efforts to change and improve myself.

It's nice to be important
But It's more important to be nice