Life Lessons What It Really Means To Turn The Other Cheek 9:33 PM Contrary to popular belief that turning the other cheek means being a push over, turning the other cheek actually means demanding to be treated as an equal. Here's why: Jesus lived in a different time during which people have different cultures. During His time, there are different types of slaps. Open-palm slap is the slap of a master to a slave. A backhand slap is the slap of equals. When Jesus said, “If someone slaps you on the right cheek (an open-palm slap), turn your left cheek". Meaning, ask the other person to give you a backhand slap. Demand your abuser to treat you not as his subordinate or slave, but as his equal. To turn the other cheek is to show your disapproval of how you're being treated. It was a hallelujah moment when I first heard this at The Feast. Jesus does not want us to be powerless after all. He wants us to know our worth and demand to be treated justly, not to be belittled. He urges us to know our right and fight for it. He's teaching us to demand respect. He indeed came to give us life and have it in full. So the next time someone treats you badly, go ahead and turn the other cheek. It's the right thing to do. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Lux Thinking Aloud What I Do, What I Love 6:13 PM Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. -Confucius I'll be a hypocrite if I say I love my job 100%. I don't. But, it pays the bills and puts food on the table. It also provides great opportunities for growth so I stick with it. There are days when it drives me craaaazy and there are days when I feel like I'm not working at all, so there's a balance somewhere. I help keep the business going for this Forbes Fortune 500 company. I get to meet equally crazy people. I get to enjoy the privileges that come with working with this firm. Not well-compensated sad to say, but I'd say I'm still blessed to have a decent job. It's not something that I love doing, but it's what I do. So, I've learned to love it anyway. What I Do, What I Love I love to write. I'm not a good writer technically speaking. I always break the grammar rules. But when I write, I write with all my heart. So yes, I get carried away sometimes and it's ugly but a lot of people learn from that ugliness. So, I've been told. It's a win-win situation. I get to do what I love. People get to learn from them. Sometimes people pay for me to write, sometimes I write for free. It doesn't matter. Writing gives me a sense of purpose and fulfillment. So as long as I can, I will keep on writing. (Sorry haters. I'd be keeping you busy for a long time). I have ventured into micro-businesses. Just recently, selling the product I know, trust and absolutely love is one of them. Human Heart Nature is making waves locally and now abroad not only for their all organic, natural, safe and affordable products but also because of their endeavor. I love it because it's pro-poor, pro-environment and pro-Philippines. I don't just use organic products, I also help my country become progressive (watch their story here). What could be better than that? Earning while doing what you love; at the same time, saving the environment and making a difference to other people's lives, while pursuing my love for writing. That's what I love, so that's what I do. Google images Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Lux Thinking Aloud R.I.P. Robin Williams 1:41 AM It was another uneventful day. That is, until I've heard about Robin Williams' death. I'm not a huge fan. But, Genie in Aladdin is one of the most lovable and hilarious Disney characters I know. The Dead Poets Society is one of the most poignant films I've ever seen. So is Good Will Hunting and What Dreams May Come. I laughed and cried watching Mrs. Doubtfire and Patch Adams. I've just realized that Robin Williams was a part of my childhood and growing up years. It's weird when you know that death is a part of life, but you still feel lost and numb when someone you know passes away. Just like now. R.I.P. Robin Williams I've read about Robin Williams' depressions and ignored it. It's another ordinary Hollywood news, I thought. No big deal. How callous of me. Here's this man who made me laugh---and cry in his movies and there I was not giving it much thought. I've never pictured Robin Williams dead. How silly of me. Maybe it's because when you look up to someone, you always see them strong and invincible not even death can touch them. Then again, at least now he's not suffering anymore. No more depressions. No more battles. No more bondage. He's now free as he was as Genie. Goodbye, Captain. And to borrow Aladdin's lines, "Genie, you're free...I'm gonna miss you". Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email Photo credit: Google images
Faith 25 Powerful Declarations To Shape Your Day & Change Your Life 4:07 PM Success is nothing more than a few simple disciplines, practiced every day. -Jim Rohn Words are powerful. It's amazing how simple words spoken even to inanimate objects can make phenomenal changes. Here are 25 powerful declarations that will shape your day and ultimately change your life: 25 Powerful Declarations that Will Shape Your Day and Ultimately Change Your Life 1. I am capable and able. I am equipped. 2. Everything I need comes to me. 3. The universe conspires to give me what I need. 4. I choose to forgive. 5. I choose to believe in miracles. 6. I choose to be part of the solution, not of the problem. Today, I will stop complaining and start taking action. 7. I am fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). 8. I am not here by accident. I am here for a purpose. I have a destiny. 9. I count. I matter. 10. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13). 11. I can get out of this mess and make it right. 12. Today, I choose to be happy. 13. Today, I choose abundance. 14. Everything I touch prospers; my relationships, my investments, my projects, my businesses, my job. 15. The right circumstances and opportunities will come, and the right people will walk into my life. 16. I am highly favored. 17. My investments will grow exponentially, allowing me to retire young and wealthy. 18. Today, I choose to be healthy. 19. Today, I choose to be kind to myself. 20. I love AND like myself. 21. Things may not go my way, but everything happens for a reason and for a greater purpose. 22. If it's not for me, it's for the best. 23. In all things God works for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28). 24. I will never stop learning and growing. 25. It can only get better. Whatever you believe in and whatever you want to happen, let the universe know. Declare it. May these 25 powerful declarations shape your day and change your life.
Listicle 30 Simple Joys of Life 9:32 AM Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated. -Confucius Forget about the latest gadgets, designer brands, or expensive vacations. You don't have to look far or try so hard to experience joy in life. You just have to be creative, appreciative, and always have a grateful heart.Indeed it is in the simplest that we often find pure joy. 30 Simple Joys of Life 1. Feeling the fresh cool breeze in the morning. 2. Staring at the moon and basking in the moonlight. 3. The sound of a baby's laughter. 4. A sweet message from a friend or a simple "How are you?" when you're overwhelmed with life. 5. That moment you realize you're in love with someone who loves you back. 6. The sound of the raindrops on your roof. 7. Opening a present. 8. An unexpected call from a good friend you haven't talked to for a long time. 9. Seeing someone use the gift you've given them. 10. Walking by the beach. 11. Dancing in the rain. Giphy 12. Waking up from a deep blissful sleep. 13. Receiving good news. 14. Playing with dogs (or your pet of choice). 15. Taking a quick nap in the middle of a busy day. (Isn't that the dream?) 16. The smell of books. Giphy 17. Rainbow. Double rainbow. 18. Watching your favorite Feel-Good Movies movie. 19. A relaxing massage. 20. Receiving a bonus or commission. 21. If you're a student, the sound of the bell announcing breaks or dismissal. 22. Reading a good book, especially on a rainy day. 23. That wonderful ache you feel after a work out. 24. Singing your heart out to your jam. Alone or with a friend. 25. Eating your favorite meal...especially if it's free. 26. Helping someone without expecting anything back. 27. Talking with your childhood friends about your past adventures. 28. Learning to cook a new dish. 29. Sleeping in. 30. Spending time with people who makes you a better version of yourself. Giphy Life is simple and finding joy is not rocket science. Contentment is the key. Have a joyful life! What gives you joy?
