Thursday, July 28, 2016

I CHOOSE TO LOVE

"We don't win as individuals..." 

I came across this quote on my newsfeed and it got me thinking: What makes us winners? 

Is it having a successful career, a house in the suburbs, a flashy car, what is it? 

We win when we're a part of a whole. 

We win when we make a difference in someone’s life. 

We win when we are able to change ourselves for the better. 

We win when we decide to accept rather than blame. 

But mostly, we come out winners when we choose LOVE over hate.

Much love 
Estee 💟 

Friday, July 22, 2016

You Are Not Here To Rest You Are Here To Progress

Everyone wants to feel happy, enjoy life, and have a sense of inner fulfillment.

We cannot sit back and expect things to happen by themselves. In most cases that is not what actually happens. We live in a world of action and creation.

There is no escape route or shortcuts! We must roll up our sleeves and brick by brick, build and create our own dream and what we want from life.

There is a limit to the "free meals" we're lucky enough to be given to us if any.

In order to achieve success and be able to progress forward in life while becoming a better person, one can choose to go in one of two ways; the "front door" or the "back door."

Those who go through the front entrance are the ones who stop blaming and take full responsibility for their current condition in reality. They have a vision and are centered and determined. They are focused on their passion and driven to achieve their vision, not allowing anything to disturb them on the way.

Invariably, anyone who behaves in this manner is enjoying a good and fruitful life.

Most people's advancement in life is achieved by using the back way only. In order for these people to transition from place to place, they have to have a crisis occur so they can move forward to a higher level of existence.

It is not likely for one to become spiritually uplifted or enlightened without ever experiencing some disturbance.

Struggles and problems shape our character they give us the opportunity to refine ourselves.

Going through challenges makes us better in every sense of the word.

In order for us to realize our essence and become the Creators we were intended to be, we must have crises and difficulties in our lives. That's how we create something from nothing.

When all is well and calm and we sit quietly, let's face it, there's no real creativity involved.

How long can you be on vacation? 
You're not here to rest; you are here to keep moving forward always striving to reach a higher place.

Much love 
Estee 💟


Saturday, July 2, 2016

Kindness Begins With Me

We are free to think, speak, and behave as we wish; but that doesn't mean we need to be unkind to one another. 
 
We all have different opinions on various matters. Each of us has our own unique way of making sense of the world around us based upon our core beliefs and values. 
 
Problems arise when we try to project our ideas and sentiment on others in an attempt to gain acceptance, seek validation, or strengthen our self-confidence. This may cause unnecessary conflict. 
 
It is one thing to have an exchange of thoughts where we can each offer our personal perspectives and enjoy a lively conversation. This helps us learn, grow and expand our minds. 
 
It is another if we try to persuade others that we "know better" because it's important for us to win an argument or to be right all the time. We end up losing from the start.  
 
Our objective should always be to discuss, share, and express ideas in order to increase understanding and not to overpower other people's minds. 
 
Show consideration for others. Be tolerant and kind while they are communicating their message. 
 
Remember, when someone thinks differently than you do, it does not mean that they are right, and you must be wrong, or vice versa. You are both right and it's perfectly alright!

With love
Estee 💟