The Positive Qualities for the week of April 19, 2026

It is a Luxury to be self-assured in our belief system so thoroughly as to be Hypnotized by it. And yet, if we are open to the Infinite Unknown {absolute generosity}, we can also be certain there are abundant mysteries yet to be revealed. Many of them are within reach here and now. We may want to approach them with a healthy skepticism, but also a willingness to take a peak.

HYPNOTIC
Definition: fascinating; spellbinding; entrancing

Quote: Thought can be so seductive and hypnotic that it absorbs your attention totally, so you become your thoughts. — Eckhart Tolle [born Ulrich Leonard Tölle] (1948-) German-English writer

Comment: Self-hypnosis is used to break negative patterns and behaviors by allowing our unconscious to let them go.

Celebrated: International Hypnotic Day is on January 4th.

Mythological Figure: Hypnos, the Greek god of sleep

LUXURIOUS
Definitions: (1) using and enjoying the best available <physical comfort, mental stimulation, emotional contentment, or spiritual satisfaction>; (2) profuse abundance; splendidly rich; posh; 3) nature’s pristine lushnessl plush

Quotes:
It is a luxury to be understood. — Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) American philosopher

The most luxurious possession, the richest treasure anybody has, is his personal dignity. — Jack Roosevelt (Jackie) Robinson (1919-1972) American baseball player

Celebrated: USA Bubble Bath Day is on January 8th.