We all use labels to describe ourselves. Labels help us satisfy that desire to belong, and yet stand out, at the same time. They also come with expectations, and these expectations can be limiting. Are you limiting yourself with labels? If so then read on.
There is a simple equation in life that goes something like this: what you put in = what you get out When we are excited about something – a new adventure, a new relationship, a new business – we tend to be 100% committed – even 110% committed (were that possible). That commitment pays dividends [...]
Worrying. We all do it. Some do it more than others. For some it’s a minor irritation – for others it can be completely debilitating. Why do we do it? What purpose does it serve? Worry is one way for the mind to deal with the future – to deal with the unknown. Worry is [...]
You’ve left for the airport and you’re on your way. The question is though ‘how much time have you given yourself’? Are you someone who leaves in plenty of time or are you somone who leaves it all to the last minute? Is your journey a peaceful and productive one or a last minute stressful [...]
We all desire peace in our lives – to be in that place of perfect calm. This can be hard to achieve though in our everyday lives – with all of the chaos and stress that seems to follow us wherever we go and whatever we do. Peace, calm, tranquillity, serenity – we imagine that [...]
If things made us happy then most of us would be happy and fulfilled all of the time. And yet most of us are not. Why is that? The truth is that things don’t make us happy – and yet we purchase and consume more and more in the blind belief that the ‘next thing’ [...]
Hello, I'm Steve Marquez and my focus is on living a simple, spiritual, life. That's what I write about. If you are looking to explore the nature of your being, to embrace change, to question and experiment; and if you're looking to bring focus, clarity, and simplicity into your life, then you are in the right place. Welcome to 'the spartan penguin'.
