Add More Ing to Your Life: A Hip Guide to Happiness

The days where I’ve put my work, relationships, money, whatever, before my ~ing are days that life stops flowing.

To help you see this differently, the Course’s philosophy is that you should strive to make your romantic relationships more brotherly and your brotherly relationships more romantic. The term “brotherly” simply means “friendship.” The Course teaches that you should stop idolizing your lover and bring an equal perception of love to everyone in your

Believe it or not, it’s best to brush yourself off and have compassion for those who have hurt you.

Your ~ing thoughts sound like this: “Take a nap.” “Don’t psycho-call him, it’s 2 AM.” “Stop eating.” “Put down the drink and go home.” “Get off of Facebook—you love yourself more than that.”

“You have so little faith in yourself because you are unwilling to accept the fact that perfect love is in you, and so you seek without for what you cannot find within.”

“You’ve hit your rock bottom, which means you’ve stopped falling. It’s only up from here!”

I’ve found dancing to be one of the greatest physical activities for releasing blocked feelings.

She had everything I wanted in all areas of her life. (Note: when people have what you want, do what they do.)

It doesn’t matter how many books you’ve read, how many lectures you’ve attended or how long you’ve been in therapy. If you don’t have a daily prayer and meditation practice, you’re not furthering your faith. Start by asking yourself the question, “Did I pray and meditate today?” It’s not about what you did yesterday or what you plan to do tomorrow.