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The Problem with Resisting Your Problems

June 27, 2015 By Paul Colaianni Leave a Comment

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  • The Problem with Resisting Your Problems

problem escape plan denial suffering suffer resistanceResistance to your problems is very similar to denial. Both delay closure, and both create suffering. However, resistance creates denial, after all, you wouldn’t want to suffer any more than you are so you resist facing your issue and coming to a hard decision.

Regardless if the problem goes away or not, there is a way to end the suffering typically involved with problems. And that’s what today’s episode is all about.  [Read more…]

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The 5 Simple Realizations of a Peaceful Mind

March 29, 2015 By Paul Colaianni Leave a Comment

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  • The 5 Simple Realizations of a Peaceful Mind

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With so many paths to a destination that seems impossible to reach, it’s hard to believe we can ever get there at all! I’m referring to peace, of course.

Attaining a peaceful mind during a chaotic moment can be an exercise in futility, but is there any reason you can’t attain peace between the chaotic moments in life?

I think we think too much between those moments, and it’s time to access a less stressful space so that we can at least connect with ourselves before the next big crisis hits.

Time to learn some simple realizations of a peaceful mind so that we can let go of stress once in a while.  [Read more…]

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How to live a more balanced life by accessing your inner strength

May 24, 2014 By Paul Colaianni Leave a Comment

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  • How to live a more balanced life by accessing your inner strength

BalanceYou have the strength and resources you need to create the balance that you deserve in your life. But there is a way to achieving balance that many people aren’t aware of. Well, 6 ways in this episode to be exact.

Balance creates more consistent states of happiness, and also allows you to make decisions and take action from a place of power, not fear.

In this episode, we dive into some deeper-level stuff that you may not necessarily have associated with balance. But by the end, you might discover something about yourself that helps you resolve some of the challenges in your life. [Read more…]

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