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The heart of compassion lives within the ancient Chinese goddess, Kuan Yin. She lights the path to true compassion. The ability to care deeply for another's wounded heart, is a path that can only be walked by first knowing your own pain.

In ancient China, the goddess Quan Yin was worshipped mostly by fishermen and women seeking prayer remedies for fertility problems. There are many tales of magical healings from her and miraculous appearances by her during times of crises. When Buddhism arrived in China, she was co-opted and became the Bodhisattva (enlightened being) of Compassion. Quan Yin Website

Secrets of the Successful & Wealthy

1. Attitude counts...keep a positive one.
2. Leave the door open to the miraculous.
3. Dream but set practical goals.
4. Make Money and save it.
5. Waste not...want not.
6. Cut unnecessary expenditures.
7. Take charge of your life.
8. Accept responsibilities.
9. TIME is your most valuable asset
10. ENERGY is you next most valuable asset.
11. Don't be afraid of change and the unknown.
12. Enhance your skills...always keep learning.
13. Great wealth comes from undiversified risk.
14. Wealth is only one component of success... love, family, friends and health are important also!

Words of Truth E-Greeting Card

The more you give, the more you get. The more you do unselfishly, The more you live abundantly.
The more of everything you share, The more you laugh, the less you fret. The more you'll always have to spare. The more you love, the more you'll find That life is good and friends are kind. For only what we give away, Enriches us from day to day.

Carl Jung

"The shoe that fits one, pinches another. There is no recipe for living that suits all cases." Carl Jung Institute of Los Angeles

People come into your life for a Reason, a Season or for Life...

"When you figure out which it is, you know exactly what to do. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed outwardly or inwardly. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally, or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend, and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrong doing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away. Sometimes they act up or out and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and it is now time to move on.

When people come into your life for a SEASON, it is because your turn has come to share, grow, or learn. They may bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it! It is real! But, only for a season.

LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons; those things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person/people (anyway); and put what you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant." Author Unknown

21 Good bits of advice about life:

1. No one can ruin your day without YOUR permission.
2. Most people will be about as happy, as they decide to be.
3. Others can stop you temporarily, but only you can do it permanently.
4. Whatever you are willing to put up with, is exactly what you will have.
5. Success stops when you do.
6. When your ship comes in.... make sure you are willing to unload it.
7. You will never "have it all together".
8. Life is a journey...not a destination. Enjoy the trip !
9. The biggest lie on the planet: "When I get what I want I will be happy".
10. The best way to escape your problem is to solve it.
11. I've learned that ultimately , 'takers' lose and 'givers' win.
12. Life's precious moments don't have value, unless they are shared.
13. If you don't start, it's certain you won't arrive.
14. We often fear the thing we want the most.
15. He or she who laughs......lasts.
16. Yesterday was the deadline for all complaints.
17. Look for opportunities...not guarantees.
18. Life is what's coming....not what was.
19. Success is getting up one more time.
20. Now is the most interesting time of all.
21. When things go wrong.....don't go with them.

A Dog's Wisdom

If a dog were your teacher; You would learn things like...

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. When it’s in your best interest, practice obedience. Let others know when they’ve invaded your territory. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
Take naps and stretch before rising. Run, romp, and play daily. Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass. On hot days, drink lots of water and lay under a shady tree. When you’re happy, dance around and wag your entire body. No matter how often you’re scolded, don’t buy into the guilt thing & pout, run right back and make friends.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk. Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you’re not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it. And MOST of all... When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.