Brilliance2 Simple Ways to Befriend Yourself
When I ponder the one thing we each need to be daringly alive, I always come back to befriending ourselves. It's the foundation for everything - relationships, creative expression, bringing…
BrillianceThe One You’re Waiting For
Fall in love with yourself. This is it. You are here now on purpose, in this unique, exquisite body with your brilliant mind and enormous heart. Burst out of the…
BrillianceSearching for Your Purpose? Try This Exercise
Love yourself unconditionally, deeply listen to your heart's desire and every day take at least one courageous and inspired step toward making your dream a reality. Life is a precious,…
BrillianceHonoring The Divine Within
I have the Sanskrit symbol for Namaste tattooed on my right hip. Not the kind of tattoo that only lasts through a few showers and a good long swim. The…
BrillianceStruggling with Stress? It’s Time to Remember Who You Are
During stage three breast cancer treatment I was graced with two out of body experiences. I walked away with two reflections: one, how well did I love God, myself and…
BrillianceRemembering We Are The Children of Love
You and Life are One. The living, breathing Source of all Life, that most call God, Allah, Great Spirit, etc., is the same Love from which we are born. We…
BrillianceWhat Makes a Leader
If you are discouraged by all the discord you see in the world, I would like to share the one change that changes everything: changing how we lead. We hold…
BrillianceLove, Trust and Forgiveness
Whether our last day on Earth or the day of our birth, love, trust and forgiveness are the essentials of life. I know that I need these three nurturing ingredients,…
BrillianceIs Expectation the Greatest Force on Earth?
I used to think that love was the greatest force on earth. Lately, however, I have come to recognize that the greatest human force is something else, something deeper, something…
BrillianceHow to Learn to Love Yourself, Rather Than Abandon Yourself
When I was a young woman, I believed that life was about getting - getting love, approval, recognition, validation, money, success... getting what I thought I wanted. But if today…
BrillianceDon’t Just Be Spiritual, DO Spiritual
Are you what people call a "spiritual" person? I think I am - I like to meditate, say affirmations, drink herbal tea and pray. However, I also like to dance…
BrillianceWhat We Learn from Love
We find ourselves created out of love or for love, slipping though the chambers of our mothers' womb... into the birth canal... and all of a sudden, we arrive. We…
BrillianceLiving From Your Heart
Think about this statement: "Nobody ever changes, we just reveal more of who we really are". Have you really changed over the years or have you just EXPANDED? Did you…
BrillianceThe Wisdom of 7 Decades
I'd share the deepest things I have learned in these seven decades. I would tell you that saying "I made a mistake" feels really awful, yet calling it a "learning…
BrillianceThe Gift of Our Existence
Words spoken and unspoken millions of times Actions taken countless times throughout the day Trying at each moment to explain 'Love' As if 'Love' is a concept that can stand…
BrillianceThe Circle of Love
Life is precious. Often we get distracted by day-to-day trivia - those oh-so-important must have's and must do's on our lists. But, in the end, most things and activities don't…
BrillianceThe Freeing Power of Love
Love. Love freely. Love without limits. Love without condition. Love as a soul unchained, as one who is not shackled by the pains of a yesterday. Love as if there…
BrillianceCreating a True Connection with Other Human Beings
I would share these four "secrets" for living: Being content and fulfilled in life does not really come from the success of your results. True contentment comes from being completely…
Brilliance3 Practices to Light Your Life
The greatest gift that I have learned in this lifetime is to live my life by these three phrases: Love your ego, love your life and lead by example. Like…
BrillianceBeing Mindful in a Busy World
Remember to relax. Since meditation ultimately is relaxation, my one word of advice is: Relax. Let go. Release your grasping. Can we just surrender to life moment by moment? Surrender…
BrillianceLove Yourself More Deeply
The inspiration for the day is Love. The inspiration for the day is you. You are pure love. That means that you have all the ability in the world to…
BrillianceIt All Begins With You!
Smile. Not 5 minutes from now or when you feel good enough to, but smile right this second. Notice how you feel? There's a scientific explanation behind that, but we…
Brilliance7 Lessons To Live Fully
1. Life is far too short to hold grudges. I've seen too many people lose precious time that could have been used to become closer to family members, all because…
BrillianceStruggling Financially? Start with Love
In my first Inspire Me Today post, I talked about love. When I was deciding what to write this time, I thought: What follows love as a top concern? The answer…
BrillianceEmbrace The Infinite Power of Love
I believe what the world needs, and what we most need, is love. Love is what brings us closer to an awareness of God and all that is good in…
BrillianceLove is The Solution To Any Problem
Love is a weapon - and I prefer to kill with kindness and torment with tenderness. When we do this, our natural tendencies towards aggression are utilized in creative ways…
BrillianceNever Stop Loving and Learning
1. Realize that there is not always a tomorrow for everyone that you encounter. Treat each and every meeting with someone as your last with them. It may be. Even…
BrillianceNeed a Miracle? Look Within!
The most basic and fundamental truth of our existence is a miracle... Our very reality is founded upon goodness, love, peace, and joy... This is what we are to our…
Ask a LuminaryCan Meditation Make Me Happier?
"I find the world to be filled with sadness, and sometimes, I honestly don't want to be here. I've tried anti-depressants but I don't like the side effects. I'd like…
Ask a Luminary7 Loving Ways to Improve Your Relationship with Your Spouse
"I want to improve the relationship with my wife, but I don't know where to start. We're best friends, but I want the spark back that we had 20 years…
BrillianceShare Your Unconditional Love
The secret to creating a life that you love is all in your head. It's your imagination and will power. You can have anything you imagine if you also have…