321 Quotes by Martha Beck

The great power of separating the watching mind from the thinking mind is that the watching mind is innately loving. Some call this part of the psyche the 'compassionate witness.' Sharing our difficult feelings with a compassionate witness is the crucial step that heals the infinite small wounds inflicted upon the soul by everyday life.

From a place of stillness, openness, forgiveness and acceptance you can renew your commitment to any eating plan you like.

Conflict in close relationships is not only inevitable, it's essential. Intimacy connects people who are inevitably different.

Somewhere in there, among the worries, questions, advice and advertising jingles, lives your intuition, your true 'inner voice.' You can hear it to the extent that you give it your attention.

To really boost your sense of self-efficacy, think of ways you could modify your usual tasks to suit your personal style.

Anyone who comes into your life, under any circumstances, has something to teach you.

Most people think that once they've found their purpose and the power to practice it, they'll finally be at peace. Actually, though, it's only by starting in a place of peace that we find our purpose and power. Peace is the first step and the final lesson we all need to learn.

In one century, we've added 28 years to our average life span - a change so rapid that our brains couldn't possibly have evolved to accommodate it.

Does this feel warmer or colder?