Be Encouraged

Serenity, what a nice idea. Everyone is so stressed. How do we find serenity? There are serenity spas, serenity this, serenity that but a true inner peace isn't found in products. 
The Serenity Prayer asks for and shows the way to true serenity. This podcast digs into those steps and encourages you to live wisely, with acceptance, and to take action when possible. Then the magic of receiving and developing serenity work together.

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We all injure ourselves at times, or get hurt in ways that are not our fault. Pain hurts but we can make it worse, or better, depending on what we do next. 
This episode gives some concrete tips on managing pain, and even managing feeling stupid when you are the cause of your pain!

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Taking out the garbage is a job somebody has to do often. What lessons can be learned from the process? Does competition, distraction, or just not paying attention get in the way of a fuller life for you? 
Be more in your life instead of distracted from it. 

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Do you ever need to “clear your head?” I do.  Things build up that need to be cleared out. 
What needs to be cleared? Distractions that built up need to be cleared. Worries and fears need to be cleared. Sometimes self-criticism need to be cleared.
This episode explains what, when, and how. Listen for some practical tips to clear your head!

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Sometimes other people's mistakes are funny! And our own trip ups can make us laugh. But it is too easy to judge other people and ourselves. After judging others we may feel superior or after judging ourselves feel inferior. Judging can be harsh yet it is something we all do sometimes. 
This episode offers a way to rise above our natural tendency to be a critic. 

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“I don’t know how to relax," someone said.  Do you?
When you are on vacation, do you carry yourself differently? I hope you do. Many of us just are more relaxed when away from our daily responsibilities. 
Life events create tension in almost everybody. But you don't have to keep that tension, you can learn a way to approach life more relaxed. 

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Are you stressed out or afraid? Isn't everybody? These are stressful times we live in but we keep plodding along. Do you find ways to distract yourself? That helps only for a little while, and the stress may grow while we live distracted. 
Check out this episode to consider what we are up against and some ways you can let go of worry!

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Everyday things can be tiresome. Lots of life is what we have to do, not what we want to do. So how can you make life easier? How can you throw off the obligations and enjoy yourself more? 
Jay shares stories of fighting and embracing the rhythms of the day. Listen for some tips to getting to the fun stuff on the other side of your obligations. 

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Sometimes a memory or a problem gets hold of you and won't let you go. That is what this episode is about. Jay talks about why that happens and what to do about it. 

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People compare themselves to others, and to perfection. The result? Dissatisfaction. When we focus on what we don’t have, life is not peaceful. 
If you notice this problem, what can you do about it? This episode gives ideas on beginning to move toward a more contented life. 
Hint: it involves being here now, and finding gratitude to quench the desires for more. 

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