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How to Thrive When Life Feels Out of Control

The greatest challenge that we face in life is knowing how to manage thing happen that are outside of our control.  The problem is that so much of life is outside of our control. For example, neither you nor I have control over other people. We also can’t control the…

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How to Cope with Life’s Uncertainty

Life is unpredictable.  No matter how much we try to ensure that our lives will go smoothly, that doesn’t always happen.  Why?  Well, because so much of life is outside of our control.  For instance, we can’t control the behavior of others.  Nor can we control the weather, natural disasters…

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How to Use Metta to Calm Your Mind

Metta is the Buddhist practice of feeling love and compassion for all beings.  Sometimes, it’s referred to as a “loving kindness” practice.  A metta practice is incredibly powerful.  It’s a practice that can help you feel calmer as you navigate life.  First, a metta practice is a way for you…

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4 Effective Ways to Make the World Better for Everyone

So often, our focus is on making our own lives better.  And frankly, there’s nothing wrong with that.  After all, this website is called “Create A Great Life,” so obviously I believe in the pursuit of improving one’s life!  But it’s important to recognize that all living things are interconnected. …

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