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May 24th, 2012
One life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying. — Joan of Arc

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Is there something in your life that is causing you to sacrifice who you truly are? Think deeply about this today and begin to make plans to be yourself once again.



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December 16th, 2011
Genuine happiness consists in those spiritual qualities of love, compassion, patience, tolerance and forgiveness and so on. For it is these which provide both for our happiness and others’ happiness. — Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama
Write down the words, love, compassion, patience, tolerance and forgiveness. Next to each of them, write one thing you can do today for yourself or others to express that qualities.
December 15th, 2011
I got into the closet where my mother had hidden the gifts, still unwrapped. I looked at them all and then, when Christmas came, had absolutely no fun. Nothing was a surprise. It was awful. — Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Read Phil Fox Rose's column on "conscious gift shopping" and consider giving gifts that are handmade or from locally owned businesses.
December 14th, 2011
Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day. — Henri Nouwen
Today, do something that gives you great joy.
December 13th, 2011
I define joy as a sustained sense of well-being and internal peace — a connection to what matters. — Oprah Winfrey
Remember what matters this season -- faith, family and friends. Call a friend or relative today and wish them a Happy Advent. And take a few minutes to read Busted Halo's "Alternative Advent" blog ...
December 12th, 2011
And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, for he has looked with favor on the lowliness of his servant.

Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for the Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy is his name.

His mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.

He has shown strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts.

He has brought down the powerful from their thrones, and lifted up the lowly;

he has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty.

He has helped his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy, according to the promise he made to our ancestors, to Abraham and to his descendants for ever.”
– Luke 1:46-49
Today, listen to a joyful song or piece of music.
December 11th, 2011
I am a black belt in gift wrapping. — Jim, in The Office
Turn your talents into treasure. Today, think of something you're good at and share that gift with someone.
December 10th, 2011

My mama told me when I was young
We are all born superstars
She rolled my hair and put my lipstick on
In the glass of her boudoir

“There’s nothing wrong with loving who you are”
She said, “‘Cause he made you perfect, babe”
“So hold your head up girl and you’ll go far,
Listen to me when I say”

I’m beautiful in my way
‘Cause God makes no mistakes
I’m on the right track, baby
I was born this way
– Lady Gaga, “Born This Way”

God loves us! Share God's love with someone else today -- give an affirmation (nice sweater!) or simply tell someone, "God loves you."
December 9th, 2011
Please remember, no matter what you go through in life, somebody else might have it harder. So just appreciate. — Jessica Simpson
Today make a list of things you are grateful for in your life. (See What Works: The Gratitude List for suggestions.)
December 8th, 2011
The sun never says to the earth, “You owe me.” Look what happens with a love like that. It lights up the whole sky. — Hafez
Spend some time outside today and take a look at the earth and sky God created. When you head back indoors, check out Busted Halo's "Alternative Advent" blog!
December 7th, 2011
Giving is living. If you stop wanting to give, there’s nothing more to live for. — Audrey Hepburn
Find a charity in your neighborhood and sign-up to volunteer there regularly in the new year.
December 6th, 2011
There’s no substitute for a great love who says, “No matter what’s wrong with you, you’re welcome at this table.” — Tom Hanks
Share a meal with someone you wouldn't normally dine with.
December 5th, 2011
One word frees us of all the weight and pain of life: that word is love. — Sophocles
Tell yourself, "I love you."
December 4th, 2011
“That kind of act leaves a mark … [that] cannot be seen. It lives in your very skin.” “What is it?” “Love.” — Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Call your parents today and thank them for all that they have sacrificed for you.
December 3rd, 2011
Cause I don’t need boxes wrapped in strings / and designer love and empty things / just a chance that maybe we’ll find better days. — The Goo Goo Dolls, “Better Days”
People don't need more stuff -- Today make five "gifts of time" to give this Christmas, like IOUs for babysitting, a home-cooked meal, or volunteering at someone's favorite charity.
December 2nd, 2011
The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain. — Dolly Parton
Bring a hopeful word to someone's rainy day.
December 1st, 2011
Once you choose hope, anything’s possible. — Christopher Reeve
Think of someone in your life in need -- don't just be a hero for them, be a superhero.
November 30th, 2011
Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work: you don’t give up. — Anne Lamott
Working forward, moving forward -- Advent is about anticipation, not procrastination. Pick something you're procrastinating and just do it.
November 29th, 2011
I had all the presents back at my apartment, I was halfway through wrapping them, and I realized, “Damn, I used the wrong wrapping paper.” The paper I used said, “Happy Birthday.” I didn’t want to waste it, so I just wrote “Jesus” on it. — Demetri Martin
Keep in mind whose birthday we're looking forward to, and donate a toy to a charity like Toys for Tots or to a gift program at your local parish.
November 28th, 2011
I try to believe like I believed when I was five, when your heart tells you everything you need to know. — Lucy Liu
Remember what it was like to be a kid and play a game with a friend.
November 27th, 2011
There’s some good in this world… and it’s worth fighting for. — Sam, in The Lord of the Rings
Read/watch/listen to at least one news story that is hopeful or that talks about someone doing something to bring good into the world. Then share that story with a friend.
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