Monthly Reflections – Page 2 – Diane Albano

Monthly Reflections

These reflections explore the same themes at the heart of The Art of Being Nice;
finding your voice, setting boundaries, and choosing fulfillment without losing kindness.

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October

October 15, 2024

“If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live a life which he has imagined, he will meet with success unexpected in common hours.”– Henry David Thoreau...

September

September 15, 2024

“The secret to change it to focus all your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new.”– Socrates Living in the Northeast prompts me to awaken and delight in...

August

August 15, 2024

“The only Journey is the one within.”-Rainer Maria Rilke I loved Rilke’s quote and his interpretation of the poem “Journey Within.” “As a sacred invitation to reclaim the truth of who you are at...

July

July 15, 2024

“Whatever the present moment contains, accept it as if you had chosen it. Always work with it, not against it.”– Eckhart Tolle Letting go of someone’s hand, letting go of a loved...

May

May 15, 2024

“Sooner or later all the people of the world will have to discover a way to live together in peace, and thereby transform this pending cosmic elegy into a creative psalm of...

April

April 15, 2024

“Problems are simply feedback on where we need to grow. Where we can shine light into places of ignorance, where we are inhibiting the flow of Life from coming into our life.”–...

March

March 15, 2024

“Space is an inspirational concept that allows you to dream big.” – Peter Diamandis How often do you find yourself saying, “I need to be more organized, focused, and have more time”?...

February

February 15, 2024

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do, than by the ones you did do. So, throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe...

January

January 15, 2024

“Keep your dreams alive. Understand that to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember, all things are possible for those who believe.” – Gail...

December

December 15, 2023

“It’s better to live your own destiny imperfectly than live an imitation of somebody else’s life with perfection.” -The Bhagavat Gita What comes to your mind when you think about creating something...

November

November 15, 2023

“Letting go isn’t about having the courage to release the past; it’s about the wisdom to embrace the present.” -Steve Maraboli Maraboli’s quote makes me smile. It always gives me room for...

October

October 15, 2023

“When we are no longer motivated by fear, we understand that every moment is perfection in its own way. We no longer dread what we can’t control; we learn to respect the...

September

September 2, 2023

Do you believe you choose your thoughts?  Might you be open to more abundance and prosperity in your life? Breathe in …. Release…YES! Life is all about relationships. The Universe is abundance. It’s about...

August

August 15, 2023

How many times have you told yourself you could not do something? Or, maybe overheard someone else use those words? “It’s not worth speaking up in my relationship, they never listen to...

July

July 15, 2023

Everything is energy.  How do you experience being and feeling free?  Many of you have heard the expression, “where your attention goes your energy flows”. We use our language to assign meaning...

June

June 15, 2023

This is not a simple question, take a moment to really reflect on it. Then ask yourself another question. Would you like to be happier than you are right now? Why is happiness...

May

May 15, 2023

Do you find yourself being resistant when someone says to you, take care of you first? Might you notice a bristling feeling or thought when you hear those words, “self-care” always being...

April

April 15, 2023

How many of you read this title and may have thought, “Ya right!” Our lives are ever changing. We are learning we can only control the relationship we have with ourselves and...

March

March 15, 2023

Have you ever had something to do and put it off? Maybe writing your blog, decluttering or organizing your drawers or closet, paying bills, resisting healthier eating and exercise or making that...

February

February 15, 2023

“The more clearly you understand yourself and your emotions, the more you become a love of what is.” – Baruch Spinoza Have you ever asked yourself what is LOVE? When asked that question,...

January

January 15, 2023

Are you ready to “Take the Leap” into a new year?  Maybe approach things with a different perspective, more kindness, love in your heart, or making an life changing commitment to yourself...

December

December 15, 2022

We are not living in the world we once knew. Yes! that is an under-statement. For some, this may bring up feelings of sadness, uncertainty, or even fear. Others, see it as an...

November

November 15, 2022

What happens if you stop long enough in your busy day to consciously take a deep breath and be grateful for your life? Are YOU willing to take that action step right now? Yes, that...

October

October 15, 2022

Growing up…. how often were you told to wait? Wait until your father comes home, wait until after your supper, wait your turn, wait for them to ask you, wait for someone else...