“You must expect great things of yourself before you can do them.” —Michael Jordan 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 which you live, your reality.” The ability to grasp this concept changes and deepens our

"And we have complete control over our own attitude. We are the ones we decide how we feel, how we look at things, how we react." -Catherine Pulsifer 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 somet

Going with the flow is responding to cues from the universe. When you go with the flow, you're surfing Life force. - 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 that represents our life "in the flow." It’s that easy feeling that, wherever yo

“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, Author Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer You are immensely powerful! You have this amazing faculty called your imagination. It gives you the ability to construct your future experiences. So, why spend time overanalyzing what’s in front of you if you prefer to experience some

“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 a

“Nature can bring you to stillness, that is its gift to you.”– Eckhart Tolle Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer There is just something magical about immersing yourself in nature. We can't always put it into words, but we can feel it... it's as if it touches our spirit. Only a few minutes of being in nature can make us feel healed, restored, and filled to the brim with positive energy. No matter where you live, there is always a way to find a Nature break. Eve

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit." - Aristotle Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Yes, we are creatures of habit. 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 fe

"A man who is a master of patience is master of everything else." -George Savile Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Patience is a funny thing. Patience is a very powerful tool in getting where we want to be. But it works differently than you might imagine. In fact, it actually speeds up the process of reaching your goals significantly in achieving your goals. (Yes, you read that right... the more patience you have, the less you'll need.) And it allows you to p

“When you become the master of your mind, you are master of everything.” – Swami Satchidananda Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer We all possess a very special gift, it's a "super-power" really. And when you learn to use this power, you can create your best life ever. You can create it every single day. It all starts with the right mindset. It is extremely important that we understand, as human beings, we work purely on emotions. Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor, a Har

"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 Do you find yourself wondering what others might be thinking or feeling about certain topics? We are often curious about how others might perceive a situation, another person, or even how they might perceive us. We are always so interested in the opinions of others. But, the truth is, we should be most inter

“Remember, nothing will change until you do.” ~Jack Canfield Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Can just one person transform a relationship? It sounds impossible, right? But, it's actually not at all. In fact, I see it happen all the time! Yes, it may take "two to tango," but... 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 o

"In order to know your truth, you have to analyze what in your life feels right and in line with your authentic self, and what does not." -Terri Cole Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer It's time to take inventory of your life. It's time to look at who you are, what you have, and what you do, and feel grateful for all of it... as it is, right now. The next step in this personal inventory exercise is to decide what your "ideal life" looks like... and begin to fee

“What is now proved was once only imagined.” ~William Blake Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Now is the perfect opportunity to get reacquainted...no, fascinated ... with your imagination! That amazing part of you that knows no bounds! 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 can do it again. Now is the perfect time to review, and perhaps redefine, what you

“Be patient, life will offer you another chance as soon as you find calm within, for abundance is born out of calmness.” Leon Brown 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 th

Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. —Albert Einstein Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Enjoy the Wonder and Awe of Nature "Nature therapy" is a real thing. Just a little time communing with Nature has an immediate calming effect. Listen to the breeze as it gently blowing through the trees, hear the birds chirping, be still as you watch for wildlife.... it will revive your energy and renew your spirit. You'll return to your a

"Self-love is not selfish; you cannot truly love another until you know how to love yourself." 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 cat

“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?” Do you find yourself asking these questions: “What can I do to feel happier?”, “How can I take my life and all the aspects of it to another level?", "How can I create more o

“Luck is believing you’re lucky.“ – Tennessee Williams Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Happy St. Patrick's Day! Feeling lucky? You should be! Instead of talking about "luck" today, we're going to talk about "happiness". Because when you are in a place of authentic happiness, every day (in fact every MOMENT) will feel like your "lucky day!" Coming up in just a few days is the International Day of Happiness as established by the United Nations! *Internationa

“Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” Henry Ford Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Creating your reality is so much more literal than most understand. And it can be easier than you think! We are always telling ourselves stories and going on journeys. So, ask yourself, “Do these journeys take me to places I want to go?" Are you on your road to joy each day, thrilled to be alive, and getting whatever it is that you truly want? Remember

When you look in the mirror and say, 'I love you,' don't worry if you don't believe it yet. Love is far more powerful than your limiting beliefs. -Cheryl Richardson Little Gems of Wisdom & Fun from Mary Lynn Ziemer Imagine you're gazing into a mirror that reflects your life, your "entire world", back to you. Are you happy with what you see? Is it what you truly want your life to look and feel like? Do you feel peace and joy around you? Or, are you feeling something less th