Posts by Ann Ruane
Attention
The moment one gives close attention to anything, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself. — Henry Miller Mantra: When I choose to give full attention to something, I experience deep awe and reverence.
Read MoreWonder
I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief. ~ Gerry Spence Mantra: When I choose to be touched by wonder, I see limitless possibilities.
Read MoreInfinite Significance
Awe enables us to see in the world intimations of the divine, to sense in small things the beginning of infinite significance, to sense the ultimate in the common and the simple, to feel in the rush of the passing the stillness of the eternal. ~ Abraham Joshua Heschel Mantra: When I choose to see…
Read MoreReverence
Gratitude bestows reverence, allowing us to encounter everyday epiphanies, those transcendent moments of awe that change forever how we experience life and the world. — John Milton Mantra: When I choose to be grateful, I experience life more richly.
Read MoreAwe
What is sacred is what is worthy of our reverence, what evokes awe and wonder in the human heart, and what, when contemplated, transforms us utterly. — Phil Cousineau Mantra: When I choose to contemplate what is in front of me, I open to awe.
Read MoreAwe Mantra
When I choose to open to awe, I experience life with reverence. ~Ann Ruane
Read MoreSelf-Awareness Mantra
Reflection Questions Are you spontaneous? How often do you practice self-awareness? What have you learned about yourself? Being spontaneous is being able to respond with confidence; calmly trusting that, whatever the outcome, you will have a positive if challenging experience that will lead to greater self-awareness and success. – Sylvia Clare
Read MoreMaster Gardener
A man sooner or later discovers that he is the master–gardener of his soul, the director of his life. – James Allen Mantra: When I choose to accept the role of co-creator in my life, I nurture my gifts.
Read MoreSpiritual Path
Being on a spiritual path does not prevent you from facing times of darkness. But it teaches you how to use the darkness as a tool to grow. – Sadhak Anshit Mantra: When I choose to embrace tools through self-awareness, I am supported on my path.
Read MoreMiracles
In the light of calm and steady self-awareness, inner energies wake up and work miracles without any effort on your part. – Nisargadatta Maharaj Mantra: When I choose to align with my inner energy, I experience miracles daily.
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