9 steps

Step 1: Awaken the Spirit that resides within you. We consist of much more than just our daily thoughts, beliefs, attitudes and feelings. This Spirit within us can be touched through silence, meditation and other transcendent activities like communing with nature and prayer. During these moments of silent transcendence it would be wise to notice one’s deeper aspirations which can eventually manifest in our lives in the form of meaningful non-coincidences. Step 2: An essential life lesson to learn is to offer our attention freely. We would benefit if we started thinking that wherever we go in life we need to bring our personal presence (i.e. care, concern, mindful attention, appreciation, compassion), leaving those we meet in a better place than when I first met them. Step 3: True and lasting happiness comes through experiences of fulfillment. We search all of our lives for happiness, living the delusion that it…

Energy in the human system is multidimensional. A dynamic relationship exists between physical, emotional, mental, interpersonal and spiritual energies. Changes in any one dimension of energy affect all remaining dimensions. Ask yourself "how do I manage my physical energy?" Do I participate in regular aerobic exercise, valuing the positive fatigue and personal success that results from the mind, body and spirit surpassing old physical limitations? Do I refrain from the unhealthy use of nicotine, drugs or alcohol? Do I follow a balanced, healthy diet by consuming many small, low-calorie, highly nutritious meals daily to ensure a steady intake of glucose and essential nutrients? Do I consistently close my mind’s concerns away each evening, getting six to eight hours of sleep and awakening re-energized and looking forward to the day’s events? Ask yourself "how do I manage my emotional energy?" Do I notice when my negative emotions are costing me energy, courageously…