“Less drama, more peace. Less struggle, more ease. Less distraction, more intimacy. Less diversion, more focus. Less things and thoughts, more space, more clarity. Less division, more unity. Less judgment, more understanding. Less rigidity of views, more creativity. Less absolutes, more possibilities and more solutions. Less fear, more courage, more authenticity. Less hatred, hostility and disgust, […]
“When all of our thoughts and feelings relating to death are as accepted and appreciated as those connected to youth and love and passion for life, we will live in a world filled with harmony, equality, and endless creative solutions to problems we now consider hopeless.” -Amy Larson, amyjalapeno.com
[reposted from 7/1/14] “We are only damaged to the extent we believe the stories others have told about us.” -Amy Larson, amyjalapeno.com Source: how damaged are you really? (daily hot! quote)
“If life seems cruel, unfair, or relentlessly packed with unfortunate events, it means you focus on what you dislike and on what you do not want. There are a zillion thoughts to choose from. Pick one that sparks curiosity, laughter, and joy. Spend your attention wisely.” -Amy Larson, amyjalapeno.com
“The attachment to anything or any emotion other than relief is a painful existence. Relief is inexhaustible and the safest place to go mentally, emotionally, spiritually; and it will wrap its arms of healing around you every single time, if you let it. It requires, however, some imagination. That’s your part – a little creative […]
“You can believe the most profound philosophy and brilliant ideals, but they will mean nothing and have no effect unless you have the courage, determination, and fierce attention to turn inward daily, hourly even and with absolute humility to take an honest look at whether or not your thoughts and actions match what you believe. And then when they do, be ready for it all to change. Isn’t life wonderful.” -Amy Larson, amyjalapeno.com
“Every human being has superior and inferior qualities, thoughts, and behaviors, whether they get expressed or not. The most prevalent qualities are those that get the most focus. Which ones are you looking at?” -Amy Larson, amyjalapeno.com
“You know that vibe you get from particular people – the in your face vibe that blats, ‘You’re not worth my time and I would rather be sitting in a pile of shit than get to know you.’ You know, that voice – the one you are absolutely certain is the other person psychologically stabbing you? Well, maybe it’s not them. Maybe it’s your most practiced hurt, your deepest fear, or acutest insecurity. Maybe it’s your ‘little me’ holding to what it can to stay alive and then pinning the blame on an unexplained glance or the untold back story of another person. But, I could be wrong. It could be your powers of super perception and awe-inspiring omniscience. Yeah, it could be that.” -Amy Larson, amyjalapeno.com
“Thoughts can calcify the mind. Inaction can make the body rigid. Why are more afraid of freedom and movement and change than you are of a slow death? The best thing you can do for you and your loved ones is to let yourself be remade.” -Amy Larson, amyjalapeno.com
[psst…It won’t be comfortable. It may not be easy. Although, it can be, depending on your perspective of change and being uncomfortable and being remade.]
“Your reactions are your own. Your fears are too, as well as your thoughts, your words and hurt feelings. Remember that whatever relationship you leave or situation you escape, you take all of those things with you. No new shiny job or lover will fix you. If you want something different from what you have now, start a personal revolution by entertaining a new, good-feeling internal dialog about who you really are and take that with you wherever you go.” -Amy Larson, amyjalapeno.com
