January 2025
​By Lorraine Alexander

In the whirlwind of the first chapter of the new year, we can easily feel fragmented—our thoughts can scatter, our plans don't seem to land as intended, and our actions seem disconnected from our true desires. But what if there was an easy way to bring thoughts, words, and actions back to harmony? 
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In essence—when our inner and outer worlds 'sync-up' with our authentic desires, we experience a state of coherence. This state fosters clarity, inner peace, authenticity, and awareness, enriching every aspect of life. 

Be authentic
People are drawn to individuals that exhibit balance in thoughts, words, and actions. They have achieved balance in their internal landscape, along with their external expression that is seen in the world. In other words, they are authentic. True to their personality, values, and spirit, regardless of pressures to act otherwise. They are consistent in thoughts, words, and actions, and assume responsibility for their mistakes. 

Authenticity is a hallmark of personal growth and maturity, indicating that we are living with intention by honoring our core principles. Being authentic sets a positive example, and inspires others to pursue greater self-awareness and authenticity in their own lives. In this state of alignment, we can navigate obstacles with greater ease. And as our inner harmony expands, we experience deep and enriching relationships and interactions

Live in a state of flow
When our thoughts, words, and actions are aligned, we experience an undeniable ease and flow. Life becomes fulfilling and meaningful.  As we honor our core values, we live life with intention, our actions become purposeful, and life flows with greater ease.

Image: Artem Sapegin

"Life is like a mirror, it reflects back to the thinker what he thinks into it.” — Earnest Holmes"

In the past months, we've posted a progression of three related articles:
1) Be the Architect of Your Well-Being—the science behind the Law of Attraction. 
2) Raise Your Vibration: Embrace a New Paradigm—the importance of the Law of Vibration.
3) From Flow to Fulfillment—the difference between Awareness, Intuition, and Higher Knowing.

September 2023 
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​By Lorraine Alexander

Fall is a majestic season and a perfect time for self-reflection. Much like the trees that shed their autumn leaves, we can release the patterns that hold us back by embracing a fresh beginning. 

Recently, we covered the Law of Attraction, followed by the Law of Vibration. This month, we shine the spotlight on three deserving topics.

In our quest to understand ourselves and the world around us, we often come across the terms awareness, intuition, and higher knowing. While these concepts may seem similar, there are fundamental differences. Here's a brief comparison.

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The July blog article: Be the Architect of Your Well-Being explains the science of the Law of Attraction and it's fundamental concept that governs our existence. Albert Einstein's theory E = mc2 is proof that everything is energy.

August 2023
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Whether we want to achieve success in our careers, improve health or relationships, reach personal goals, live a happy life, or find deep spiritual fulfillment, the key to success lies in our ability to align mind, body, and spirit, with a desired outcome. Simply put, the Law of Attraction states that our thoughts, actions, and feelings manifest as our life experiences. The energy we put out to the universe is directly linked to what we attract. When we are the driving force: anything is possible.

Canadian-born, Bob Proctor is a prime example of how we can change our paradigm. At 26, he found himself without a high-school diploma; he had great difficulty finding a job. With a burning desire to rise beyond his meager beginnings, he took random side jobs. Then Proctor made one bold and fortunate decision that changed his life forever. He moved to Chicago to receive first-hand tutoring with Earl Nightingale. This coaching arrangement was life-changing, and Proctor prospered.

1) A brief history
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Over 100 years ago, in 1920, Swami Paramahansa Yogananda arrived from India to give his first speech in America. Five years later, he returned to be welcomed by LA’s limelight at the Philharmonic Auditorium. There was hesitation and concern, yet Yogananda felt sure he would be well-received by open minds, and he was right. The people of Los Angeles flocked to see Yogananda speak—not a single seat was vacant. The enthusiastic audience of 3,000 filled the hall to capacity; thousands were turned away. ​

​This month we are pleased to share highlights from a timeless business article we found posted back in 2017 by The Cult Branding Company on personal growth, performance, and self-actualization. This short read is full of wisdom for those who want to advance in the workplace.

"What a man can be, he must be. This need we call self-actualization." —Abraham Maslow

This brief session (5 min 32 sec) explains how self-actualization offers a state of fulfillment, inner peace, and the presence to live your best life. Sage Principles audio sessions are the courtesy of DASA Meditation.
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Read or save this expanded session as a pdf article (3 min 10 sec). ​Get a deeper understanding of self-actualization with graphics, including quotes from Maslow and Einstein, and a personal message from Jobs.

You may be surprised to learn the simplicity of Maslow's final thoughts (near end of life). Watch Encountering Abraham Maslow, a short documentary (11:23) about the life and influence of Abraham Maslow the founder of humanistic psychology. 

Image 1: Joseph Barrientos /  Image 2: Federico Respini

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Audio + pdf - Volume 1: Session 2 - ​Live your best life.

"What is most necessary to change a person, is to change his awareness of himself." —Abraham Maslow

This short audio session (3 min 38 sec) explains self-awareness and how we can rise in awareness to find peace and happiness within. Sage Principles audio sessions are the courtesy of DASA Meditation.

​“Self-awareness can be broadly defined as the extent to which people are consciously aware of their internal states and their interactions or relationships with others.”  Trapnell & Campbell, 1999; Trudeau & Reich,1995.

Read or save this sessions pdf article includes two related studies (read time 1 min 13 sec).

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Many of us focus on the broken, undone, or what's missing in life. This message offers hope and the opportunity for a new beginning.

COVID is by far one of the darkest storms we have encountered in our lifetime. And as the crippling effects carry into the third year, it's natural to pause and ask: What will the future hold? 

During difficult times, we choose to look through one of two lenses. The first lens is fear, uncertainty, and judgment; the second is a lens of love, acceptance, and hope for the planet and humanity. 

Look for a global rise in awareness.
Looking past the chaos of the media, we continue to see an abundance of online courses, books, videos, and articles, directed toward a movement to awaken our consciousness. We see more people speaking out—and reaching out to help their fellow man. This offers us hope that out of this mud, together we will rise to a higher state of being. 

For the many of us who believe in a higher power, there is a simple yet profound quote by Thich Nhat Hanh, "No mud, no lotus."  In essence, the lotus must transform by rising, struggling upward through the mud to reach a new beginning, a higher level of development, expansion, and growth of awareness. 

Now is the time to comfort others by being fully present. Make them smile, say something special, gently reassure them. This is something known as being a "frequency holder," a term coined by Eckhart Tolle.

By Lorraine Alexander

Resilience by definition is the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties. The pressures of life continue to mount, especially in the workplace. Stress management techniques preserve the quality and longevity of life. 

Today's world is multifaceted, and stress pervades our life each and every day. Traffic builds, three jobs are funneled into one, financial pressure increases as housing costs rise, violence dominates our schools, social pressures rise, there is a mounting sea of new technology,  moreover, we have an uncertain future with climate change. As a teacher of meditation and mind-body wellness, I see firsthand the impact of these stressors.

This article will answer three vital questions:​​

• How does stress affect the body?
• Can stress be held at bay?  
• What steps can be taken to restore health and happiness?​