at the end of my statement. When I shared this practice with friends, like me, they immediately thought of the person(s) they judged harshly and added the phrase. I thought of someone I think is a liar, and instead of holding on to my label of this person, I said, "They're a liar, just like me." The phrase slowed me down to think about my perceptions of truth. And to determine how I can speak in alignment with my vision of an open-hearted call for connection.
Where can you add this phrase? Let me know what you learn. May your day be filled with awareness. |
PAULETTE'S BOOKSHELF
PAULETTE LOVES BOOKS!
She is an avid reader on many subjects and shares inspirations for mindful practices based on the stories, philosophies, and teachings shared by authors worldwide. She believes you can find the secrets to living a profoundly happy and healthy life in the pages of many a manuscript authored by masters and novices alike. Paulette shares what she's learned in easy-to-apply morsels as she practices the insights in her approach to mindfulness, communication, conflict, and just being yourself. Write to Paulette if a book you love has changed your perspective. Or read one of the books she's listed here and let her know what you've taken away as a personal practice. |
