Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 31, 2011

We Must Always Take Sides

Elie Wiesel said “I swore never to be silent whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must always take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.”

As we arc into a New Year with our dreams and the promise of change, let’s take sides. Let’s stand on the side of those who believe in the inherent value of ALL living creatures. Let’s stand on the side of those who are willing to risk criticism, judgement, rejection and abandonment to do what’s right for ourselves and for all those who are vulnerable; those desperately praying for someone … for us … to speak up on their behalf. Let’s stand on the side of kindness; on the side of compassion; and always, always … on the side of love.

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 23, 2011

The Best Gift Ever

There may be gifts you give and gifts you receive during this holiday season but there is one that tops them all. As you maneuver the complex relationships and trying circumstances your greatest challenge may be in holding onto your centre; the grounded part of you that can be lost in the chaos around us. So give yourself the best gift ever. Self-forgivenenss.

Each time you do something, say something, feel something that you have an impulse to judge yourself for … stop. Forgive yourself for being distracted or losing yourself. And each time you don’t do something that will keep you on a solid inner track, forgive yourself.

Because loving and accepting yourself is the best gift ever.

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 20, 2011

It’s The Relationship That Matters

If you give, do it with intention. Be sincere. Be connected. It’s the relationship that matters.

If you receive, do it with gratitude. Be sincere. Be connected. It’s the relationship that matters.

Somehow in the frenzy of exchange we sometimes forget that the most precious gift of all is the relationship. Because it matters.

 

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 15, 2011

Do What You Love

Do what you love or love what you do. Spending time in suspended animation for the sake of getting something done is the equivalent of being in a coma – numbed out from life.

Like processionary caterpillars we follow the lead of others in hopes it will take us to the promised land of fulfillment. And then … we wake up and realize we never wanted to go in that direction in the first place.

Do what you love and do it now. Even if you can only do it for ten minutes every day, do it now. Because every time you engage with a passion, you signal the universe that you are ready for more.

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 15, 2011

Fear Would Be Impossible

“If you knew who walks beside you on this path that you have chosen, fear would be impossible.” This quote from A Course In Miracles might be just what you need to hear at this moment.

If you are wondering which career path to follow, confused about a relationship, struggling with your health, uncertain about a choice you need to make … remember that you are not alone. Tap into the infinite wisdom that lives and breathes within you.

Fear keeps you standing still, immobile. It robs you of life and drives you to self-sabotage. You are stronger than any fear that is holding you back. Be bold. Act. You are not alone.

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 14, 2011

Peace, Forgiveness and Gratitude

May today you be a model of peace, forgiveness and gratitude. Say the words AND be the words.

Peace – because we thrive on the harmony and joy that emerges from peach.

Forgiveness – because it’s never anyone’s fault. We are all in this together.

Gratitude – because it’s beautiful world, a spectacular planet and incredible opportunity to be part of this brilliant experiment in living as human beings.

Embrace it all. Today … be love.

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 13, 2011

YOU Are Enough

There is nothing more you need to do to justify your being here. You are already enough.

This holiday season when ‘more’ dominates the world around us, please remember that when the dust settles, and you are about to close your eyes at bedtime, you are enough because you are here. Well done. You showed up!

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 9, 2011

Begin Again

Start over. Begin again. Get up off the floor, dust yourself off and embrace all that’s possible from this present moment of power.

Mary Pickford says “failure is not the falling down, but the staying down.” Whatever you have done that you now regret, that you now wish you could change or that you are beating yourself up for … begin again. Start over.

This is your new starting point, your new beginning. You have the power.

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 9, 2011

Legacies of Love

If you haven’t already figured it out, you are leaving a legacy. Imagine if that legacy was giving people a sense of personal empowerment, healthy self-esteem, self-awareness, purpose and love. Imagine if what people learned from your life was how to live with full-on excitement and curiousity and passion. Imagine if your legacy was that everyone matters, every life has value, every opportunity has meaning.

So often, children are left with a legacy of self-doubt, unworthiness, under-achievement and disappointment. Some take on their parents anger and frustration and lack of self-appreciation. It doesn’t have to be that way. You can choose differently. You can make sure that your legacy is one that reflects the truth of who you are – a divine being dancing through an incredible human experience. And that will last many more lifetimes that your numbered years.

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Posted by: Ms. Daryl Wood | December 8, 2011

Get Over It

What possible benefit could it serve me or anyone else to hold onto resentment? It doesn’t change what happened. What it does, is stop us in our tracks; our forward movement in life slowly (or sometimes abruptly) comes to a halt. A piece of our hearts and minds is in limbo, waiting for something to change what is; hoping somehow we can make it right. And sometimes we just can’t. It’s over.

And if we hold on, the open wound starts to fester and rot. The edges get crusty and the infection spreads out deeper into our bodies. We are the ones who get ill and die from the effects of holding on to anger and resentment. God, don’t let that be you. Don’t walk through the days of your life clenching your teeth or lie on your deathbed glaring at anyone. It’s not worth draining your life of the incredible joy and love that is available to you.

Liberate yourself, today. Let go. Forgive yourself. Forgive others. Move on. It all gets sorted out in the end. This is your life – live it now.

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