Chronic worry can limit our ability to fully enjoy our lives. But with practice, we can challenge our false beliefs about the power of our exaggerated thoughts. Humor can also help us relax.
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If we stay openminded and openhearted, we can learn a lot from others, especially those who are very different from us. Becoming curious is the key to making this happen.
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It’s not always easy to be happy for others when they share good news. Learning to do so can improve our relationships and benefit us in other ways as well.
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In our tumultuous world, family connections are increasingly important. At every stage in the life cycle of a family, we can extend care to each other, which bolsters peaceful, happy interactions.
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Life doesn’t give us the chance to go back and redo what’s already been done. We can ease our feelings of regret by having self-compassion for our mistakes and apologizing to those we’ve harmed, freeing up emotional energy for our relationships going forward.
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It can be scary to look inside ourselves. If you make a plan, enlist a companion, and prepare for the unexpected, it can lead to increased energy and greater self-awareness.
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Tragedies in other parts of the world can make us feel helpless. To keep ourselves from becoming overwhelmed, we can pray for the victims, hold them close to our hearts, and contribute to charities on their behalf.
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Generosity of spirit arises from our compassion for others. When we give of ourselves in the form of time, talent, and treasure, we are rewarded with long-lasting feelings of joy.
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Human suffering is inevitable, but it is highly distressing to watch. Compassion for those in pain can serve as an antidote and compel us to help wherever we can.
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Reciprocity in relationships gives each person a turn to be the giver and a turn to be the receiver. If we exclusively give, we rob others of the opportunity to feel the joy inherent in helping others.
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Each of us has some parts of our personalities we’re not proud of. Rather than try to shun our “shadow selves,” we can integrate them back into our core self by becoming curious about their origins, and showing them compassion.
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Once you’ve broken out of the endless cycle of battles with the problematic people in your life, it’s possible to move into a better, more compassionate space with them. Here are some tips for getting started.
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