The Un-Asked Question

Being truly grateful means embracing life with appreciation, regardless of circumstances. One can be deeply grateful even when not receiving what they want or think they deserve. Deep gratitude can lead you to become the person you are meant to be and help you appreciate all of life's moments. Take a reflective listen to the gems in this episode.

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In the movie "It Ends With Us" Blake Lively's character, despite the fear of making a wrong turn, ultimately breaks free from a repeating cycle of dysfunction. By imagining a brighter future for her daughter, she finds the courage to choose a different path. This poignant story reminds us of the strength we possess to overcome our anxieties and embrace the consequences of our decisions, no matter the outcome.

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In the film series The Equalizer, Denzel Washington's character exemplifies the traits of someone with OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder). What’s fascinating is how he transforms what many perceive as a disorder into a powerful tool for heightened self-awareness. Imagine the opportunities and choices that could emerge if we paid just a little more attention to our behaviors.

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Julie Andrews performs a splendid rendition of A Spoonful of Sugar in Mary Poppins. The main premise of the song is to have a little fun while performing tasks and the task will be more like fun rather than a tedious chore. I like to think of the chorus in the song as a metaphor where the sugar represents kindness and the medicine is any life situation that can be viewed as an opportunity to learn. Be mindful of the tone of your se...

In The Matrix, we see the first time Neo dodges bullets. I like to believe that it is Neo's ability to slow down internally that gives him clarity and focus in the outer world. Now, more than ever, it's important to manage yourself in the midst of life situations unfolding. One way to slow oneself down is via meditation. Start out simple. Can I commit to a practice of 30 seconds every day for 21 days?

Berry Gordy's movie The Last Dragon conveys an important message about responsibility and self-definition: "Who's the master?!... I AM..." Our reality reflects what we strive for. If a person focuses on their limitations and the difficulty of change, they will create a life defined by those thoughts. Start with a positive emotion and consistently affirm your identity.

One of the key points in The Magic of Believing by Claude M. Bristol is the transformative power of believing. If what we believe drives our behaviors, ideas, and feelings then imagine the possibilities of what we can do for ourselves in terms of kindness, peace, love, gratitude, and joy...all from within. The only one responsible for this is yourself, especially in your adult life.

A friend asked me, "How do you eat an elephant?" The answer is, "One bite at a time." We often become overwhelmed with achieving goals and don't realize that any goal can be broken down into small simple steps. In a world full of constant ads and marketing we have the power of choice to change from within. All that it takes is a tiny seed, aka a small simple step, and watering that seed continuously. It will grow.

Anxiety comes from living in the future and fearing what could go wrong, while perfectionism is the pursuit of flawlessness. It's okay to be wrong sometimes; the process matters more than the result, and small steps can lead to significant results. Embracing imperfection can bring inner freedom and positive change. In Stephen Guise's book How to Be an Imperfectionist there's a deeper discussion and actionable techniques.