Serenity is a sustained state of inner peace. “Serenity has been defined as a spiritual state that decreases stress and promotes optimal health . . . a sustained state of inner peace . . . and a ... Read More about Being Serene
8 Harvest and Celebration
Seeking Enlightenment; Being Enlightened
Enlightenment is a new way of Being. It is above the world, yet fully in it. As Humanists and scientific naturalists, we do not propose that enlightenment can free anyone from a cycle of rebirth. ... Read More about Seeking Enlightenment; Being Enlightened
Being Content
Being rich is being happy with what you have. He who is attached to things will suffer much. He who saves will suffer heavy loss. A contented man is never disappointed. [Lao-Tzu, Tao Te Ching, ... Read More about Being Content
Forgiving
Forgiving is an act of letting go of whatever may have hurt us. The Amish made it look simple. Ten of their precious little girls had been shot . . . . (They) enfolded their grief within their ... Read More about Forgiving
Embracing Life
Embracing life is accepting all things as they are, enthusiastically and with open arms. Embracing life is a way of approaching life, an attitude. If we will not embrace life as it is, ... Read More about Embracing Life
Surrendering – Accepting the Things We Cannot Change
Surrendering is about being at peace with the things we cannot change. . . . that sad but easeful core of peace that is the reward when all is renounced. [Maestro Benjamin Zander commenting on the ... Read More about Surrendering – Accepting the Things We Cannot Change
Leading – Being a Leader – Displaying Leadership
Leadership is an important quality in society. Great leaders are almost always great simplifiers who can cut through argument, debate and doubt to offer a solution everybody can understand. [Colin ... Read More about Leading – Being a Leader – Displaying Leadership
Being and Setting a Good Example; Being a Role Model and Mentor
Seeing and being in the presence of good behavior provides an important ethical tool. Watching someone who does something well is an excellent way to learn. This is true for activities as varied ... Read More about Being and Setting a Good Example; Being a Role Model and Mentor
Being Decisive
We cannot get it done until we have decided to do it. A person can scarcely accomplish anything, especially over an extended period of time, without a decisive commitment to the undertaking. One ... Read More about Being Decisive