Setting skepticism aside, even briefly, can make for very interesting explorations. It is not necessary that we change any of our beliefs. It is necessary that we examine them.

If we are forever yearning for more time, we are forever discounting what is offered.

Progress, not perfection, is what we should be asking of ourselves.

In creativity, as in running, you have to start where you are.

We are not accustomed to thinking that God's will for us and our own inner dreams can coincide.

What we focus on, we empower and enlarge. Good multiplies when focused upon. Negativity multiplies when focused upon. The choice is ours: Which do we want more of?

If we lean into what we love instead of soldiering toward what we 'should,' our pace quickens, our energy rises, optimism sets in. What we love is nutritious for us.