Values

The goal of life is living in harmony with nature. — Zeno of Citium, (335–263 B.C.) Philosopher One may feel Fulfilled temporarily if their desire or goal is satisfied. But with an attitude of gratitude; when we are Attentive to the ideal values, we can hold on to our feeling of joyful expectations most of … Read more

Transforming is effortless because there is nothing to be done, there is only someone to be. — Transformers, Jacquelyn Small, Author Some qualities are so well-linked they seem as one. This happens to all qualities eventually. Justice and mercy may not be fused perfectly except in God, but Sincerity and Luminosity are naturally & mutually … Read more

Causes and effects are a result of thought. — Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Robert M. Pirsig (1928-) Philosopher There are lots of different and appropriate ways to be Affectionate with almost everyone. A respectful attitude while truely listening to another is a good start. A smile almost always works. Genuine complements are … Read more

We can have more than we’ve got because we can become more than we are. — Jim Rohn (1930-) Author One may behave in a Seemly manner, as the definition indicates “with reference to conventional standards of conduct,” and yet the standard could need updating. The apostles were shocked that Jesus would speak with Nalda, … Read more

We are what we pretend to be. — Kurt Vonnegut (1922-2007) Author We all have some Fine qualities. As we refine them, they Cozy up to each other coalescing in a family of values we show to ourselves and to the rest of the world. Peace, Jim         COZY Definitions: (1) enjoying or affording warmth … Read more

Who wills, can. Who tries, does. Who loves, lives. — Dragon Flight, Anne McCaffrey (1926-2011) Author This is a good example of how qualities work together for the greatest good. A person who thinks themselves extra Extraordinary will hold themselves above others. But add a good measure of Humility and they will see themselves from … Read more

You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. — Dr. Theodor Seuss Geisel (1904-1991) Author Some qualities are primarily active (Enterprising) and others are passive (Favored) but one can admire a favorite because the apple of their eye is creative, inventive, takes the … Read more

We become what we do. — Dune, Frank Patrick Herbert (1920-1986) Author One piece of general advice these days is to take yourself out of the equation. A healthy sense of self is necessary, and yet it is not an excuse to be selfish. A good way to create a balance is to think of … Read more

Should a person perform a meritorious action, he should do it again and again; he should find pleasure therein: blissful is the accumulation of merit. — Buddhism, Dharmmapada 18 It is a tall order to ask someone to spontaneously manufacture Vibrant Blissfulness. We do not go around in a state of energetic vitality all of … Read more

The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time. — James Vernon Taylor (1948-) Composer A sweet little baby is Endearing. Each of us comes into this world with a set of values gifted to us simply by the generosity of grace. As we grow, it is our responsibility to expand these elemental qualities … Read more