When we declare, "This is who I am, draped in the multicolored spectacle of my true brilliance!," we make the path safe for others to...

Abandoned places evoke a certain kind of sentimentality, longing or curiosity. For a writer, an image can spark a spontaneous new story....

When we stay firmly rooted, we can weather any storm. Grounding Exercise: Close your eyes and sit quietly with your feet flat on the...

After posting about the power of truth yesterday, I recalled the Old Testament story about ancient Israelites using trumpets to crumble...

Truth is a vibration within the words that triggers a sudden recognition of something a person seems to have forgotten, but will never...

Enjoying what we are doing on the way to greatness is also tremendously helpful. Ask: What part of my life do I need to lighten up with...

This is an honest question. But is it true? Consider the possibility that we have accepted an illusion of limited options and...

Sometimes the plot sends characters through dramatically dark situations so they can discover everything they need already exists within...

Today's challenge is to pause every time we pass through a doorway to take in the scene on the other side of the threshold. Notice the...

Everything we release brings us closer to our true form. Ask: What one thing can I free myself of today? #ReadTheStain #writer #writing...

Today's challenge is to be more aware of our surroundings - to drink in the beauty, curiosity, and little splendors. Easy, right?...

Guess again, Buckaroo. The only reason we take anything personally is because our pride is injured. Without the ego's involvement, we'd...

Doubt is nothing more than an illusion. A wise traveler remembers why they started the journey and uses that vision to guide their...

Have you ever wondered who decided what everyone should do? #ReadTheStain #writer #writing #blogger #psychology #spirituality...

There is an art to cultivating the light within ourselves that doesn't involve avoiding or denying the painful or upsetting parts. Simply...

How do you react when the unexpected happens? I'm curious and wonder what it means. This may be a prelude to calm grace, but I'm not...

How well do you know that feeling? #ReadTheStain #writer #writing #blogger #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #purpose #positivity...

Without the challenge of wind to force trees to grow stronger, they will eventually collapse from their own top-heavy weight. The same...

Today's challenge is to look for an opportunity to practice the simple act of saying something kind to someone. Be sure to pause to...

How close is that to your own feelings about sudden life changes? #ReadTheStain #writer #writing #blogger #psychology #spirituality...