“The most incredible beauty and the most satisfying way of life come from affirming your own uniqueness.” - Jane Fonda Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer As you tap into your power to create, it is so important to recognize how special and brilliant you truly are. You must see your magnificence and completely accept the "real you.” Why? Because the intensity of love that you feel for yourself is the foundation required to create the life of your dreams. Know wh

"The mind is everything. What you think you become." – Buddha Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Research has proven that, when your brain receives input, it immediately goes in search of what you think, believe, and feel. Your mind chooses how to categorize and prioritize every single piece of information it receives based on these preconceived notions of what is most important. (Of what YOU have told it is important.) It then strings this information together

“Treat yourself like the most awesome superstar. You are worth it.” -Hiral Nagda “The treasure chest is infinite once you believe in your unfathomable potential to do, have and become anything that you want.” -Hiral Nagda “You are sovereign over your own life. You are your own guru. You are your own soulmate. You are the architect of your reality, and you have the power to create it as you choose.” -Amy Leigh Mercree Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer The job o

"Tell me to what you pay attention and I will tell you who you are." -Jose Ortega y Gasset Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Want a fast-pass to experiencing life in an entirely new, beautiful way? The first step is simple... pay attention! Sometimes we may start to feel that our days are similar. But, this simply isn't the case. Each day is different, it's brand new, and it brings a miracle (or multiple miracles) all of its own! It's just a matter of paying

“The more light you allow within you the brighter the world you live in will be.” –Shakti Gawain Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer We all have qualities and gifts that create more joy for us and those around us. The real you, your "authentic self," shines most brightly when you know and accept your magnificence. Own your uniqueness today, so you can uncover and shine your incredible light more brightly than ever before. When you recognize your own version of

“We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all of the power we need inside ourselves already.” – J.K Rowling Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer How was it possible for a multi-ton piece of metal to fly in the sky? How was it possible for a horseless carriage to move by itself? How was it possible for us to speak to someone halfway around the world instantly? How was it possible to breathe under water or explore the vacuum of space? The everyday amaz

"There are powers inside of you which, if you could discover and use, would make of you everything you ever dreamed or imagined you could become." -Orison Swett Marden Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer This world is not what it seems. In fact, the world works in a completely different way than we think it does. According to Neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett, in her book How Emotions are Made, Secret Life of the Brain, "You construct your environment in whic

“You’ll reach a new level of freedom when you take control of your emotions.” ― Clyde Lee Dennis Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Feelings can be like ocean waves. They rise, crest, and recede throughout our day. But, according to brain scientist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, these waves of emotion actually only last for 90 seconds. After that, it's up to us. Taylor explains: “When a person has a reaction to something in their environment, there’s a 90-second chemi

“Going with the flow is responding to cues from the universe. When you go with the flow, you’re surfing life force. It’s about wakeful trust and total collaboration with what’s showing up for you.” – Danielle LaPorte Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer What does it truly mean to "go with the flow." Is it as easy as it sounds? Are you living your life in the flow right now, or does it feel like you’re rowing upstream, against the current? We all know the feeling

“It's like everyone tells a story about themselves inside their own head. Always. All the time. That story makes you what you are. We build ourselves out of that story.” -Patrick Rothfuss Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer YOU are the narrator of your life. So, it's time you ask yourself this very important question. What story are you writing? Is it one that you love? You are immensely powerful! You have this amazing faculty called your imagination. It gives y

“There is a voice that doesn’t use words. Listen.” -Anonymous Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer So often we think that the world and the way it works is so complicated. But, truthfully, it is just the opposite... it’s really quite simple. We just need to understand how it works and use that knowledge to our advantage. When we listen to our gut, our intuition, we are being guided by our heart to make the best decisions for ourselves in the present moment as we

"And once you understand that habits can change, you have the freedom and the responsibility to remake them." -Charles Duhigg Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Research shows that 40% to 60% of our day is based on routine activity that we carry forward again to the next, Just think of the common phrase “your morning routine.” Do you know anyone who doesn’t have one? Habits and routines are a big part of our life. They make us feel comfortable and bring us feel

"I don’t want to be at the mercy of my emotions. I want to use them, to enjoy them, and to dominate them." -Oscar Wilde Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer It's time to check in with yourself. At various points throughout the day, stop and ask yourself, "How am I feeling right now, in this moment?" Then, it's important to think about what you're thinking about. What were your thoughts in the moments just prior that contributed to this feeling? Here’s the key. Wh

“Our patience will achieve more than our force.” -Edmund Burke Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Patience is a funny thing. It works differently than you might imagine, and it is VERY powerful. Although we often think of "waiting" when we visualize patience, it can actually speed up the process and help you reach your goals even faster! When you've truly committed to remaining patient, it keeps everything you’re doing flowing smoothly and effortlessly. You fee

"Remember, nothing will change until you do." -Jack Canfield Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Is it possible for just one person transform a relationship? Doesn't it take "two to tango"? It may sound impossible, but it's actually not at all. In fact, I see it happen all the time! When we think, speak, and act differently, our belief about another person changes, and that person responds differently. Through our own beliefs and actions, we can transform all of

"Your imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions." – Albert Einstein Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer It's time to get reacquainted...no, fascinated ... with your imagination! That amazing part of you that knows no bounds! Know that this situation we are faced with is just temporary. So it’s truly a great time to dream BIG. Opportunities abound all around you. You just have to see them. You know you’ve done it before, and you ca

“Calmness is the cradle of power.” -Josiah Gilbert Holland Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer I don’t know anyone who doesn’t want to go through their day feeling more calm. Calm is where the magic of our lives take place. Use this quick, 3-step exercise to feel more calm immediately, and to begin creating a life that you’ll love consistently. Remember, good feelings create good feeling thoughts, words, and actions. That is the way to achieving outcomes that we

"I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order." —John Burroughs Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Today we celebrate Earth Day. And what better way to celebrate our beautiful earth than by communing with nature. "Nature therapy" is a real thing. Just a little time spent in nature has an immediate calming effect. Listen to the breeze gently blowing through the trees, hear the birds chirping, be still as you watch for wildlife....

“To fall in love with yourself is the first secret to happiness.” —Robert Morely Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer You may already be familiar with the "five love languages." These are five different ways of expressing and receiving love. The concept of love languages was developed by Gary Chapman, Ph.D., in his book The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts. In this book, he describes five unique styles of communicating love, using categories he cre

“I am going to keep having fun every day I have left, because there is no other way of life. You just have to decide whether you are a Tigger or an Eeyore.” –Randy Pausch Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer When was the last time you felt happy and free? The last time you really had “fun?” If you’d like to feel more authentic happiness, there are any number of things you can do. (For some examples, check out this blog, 10 Tips for Feeling Happy Every Day) Today,