Letting go of the past is not easy, especially if you have wounds that have never properly healed. But the past is past, and living there may be preventing you from fully experiencing the present. Likewise, fear of what may be looming around the corner can also prevent you from fully enjoying the present. Live in the moment and look forward to eternity with God; now that's a great present.

Yes, of course, you want to control everything so it happens just the way you want it. But at the end of the day, we control nothing—it's all in God's hands, has always been, and will always be. So, do what you can, and then let go and let God handle the rest.

For God, everything is sacred, and that is a good example for you to follow.

Only the weak act with arrogance; they put their pride on display so that others may think they are powerful. But those with great strength are humble because they have no need to prove it.

Take time to revel in the joyful songs of the birds, the splash of a bubbling brook, the whisper of the wind through the trees, and the roar of the ocean's waves. These sounds can deeply nourish your soul.

Face each day without fear or expectation. Experience to the fullest whatever comes your way. It is as God meant it to be.

You are most open to God when your heart is wide open and your mind is settled and worry-free. For most of us, this happens in the presence of our beloved.

Take a moment to pause, think, reflect, and pray. Only then will you be able to get the right perspective on the people and things in your life.

Some people relax with TV, some relax with a book, and some relax with friends. But when was the last time you rested by truly doing nothing? Sometimes it's necessary to simply be still and breathe.

Yes, even the parts that hurt, even the ones that are feeling diseased right now. It's alright to love what is in pain. More than alright, that's exactly where your love is needed the most. So why not touch that part that hurts and smile at it, at yourself through it, and whisper: "I love you."