“Advice is like snow—the softer it falls, the longer it dwells upon, and the deeper it sinks to the mind.” ~Samuel Taylor Coleridge Dear Universe, It’s been snowing—a lot. Now of course I know it’s winter and that I live in New England so naturally I can expect a little snow this time of year. But it’s been snowing more …
Why a Bumper Sticker Became My Mantra
“Sometimes when you lose your way, you find YOURSELF.” ~Mandy Hale Dear Universe, About eight or nine years ago I saw a bumper sticker with a quote in big, block letters. It said: “Not all who wander are lost.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien I bought it. I wasn’t quite sure why since I knew I wouldn’t be sticking it on my car, …
Instincts and Intuition
“Intuition literally means learning from within. Most of us were not taught how to use this sense, but all of us know well that ‘gut feeling.’ Learn to trust that inner feeling and it will grow stronger. Avoid going against your better judgement or getting talked into things that just don’t feel right.” ~Doe Zantamata Dear Universe, I love that …
Nothing Changes (Until)
“We can’t be afraid of change. You may feel very secure in the pond that you are in, but if you never venture out of it, you will never know that there is such a thing as an ocean, a sea. Holding onto something that is good for you now, may be the very reason why you don’t have something …
Insight on Intuition
“Listen to your intuition. It will tell you everything you need to know.” ~Anthony J. D’Angelo Dear Universe, I’m a big believer in listening to your gut, your instinct, that voice inside your head—however we refer to it. In fact, I can remember distinct instances when I listened to my intuition and immediately after I was glad I did. I …
Don’t Mind, Doesn’t Matter
“Say what you think. Love who you love. Cause you just get so many trips round the sun… Follow your arrow wherever it points.” ~Kacey Musgraves Dear Universe, I’m always looking for insight or inspiration and most of the time I find it. I especially love it when it finds me. Yesterday I came across this quote, rather unexpectedly, and …