tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post8220588294974581722..comments2023-11-03T06:56:05.537-07:00Comments on 10 Steps to Finding Your Happy Place (and Staying There): On the Razor's EdgeGalen Pearlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-90357048468620182942013-01-01T01:36:27.495-08:002013-01-01T01:36:27.495-08:00thank you for the post Galen, i wish you a happy n...thank you for the post Galen, i wish you a happy new year: ) faroukhttp://www.2knowmyself.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-64640899525013607352012-12-29T08:51:17.586-08:002012-12-29T08:51:17.586-08:00Bob, Yes, you have been a risk taker this year. So...Bob, Yes, you have been a risk taker this year. So glad I was one of them! Here's to more risks in 2013!Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-20977217415659897282012-12-29T08:50:28.708-08:002012-12-29T08:50:28.708-08:00JD, I like it, too. It's reassuring to know th...JD, I like it, too. It's reassuring to know that I will have as many opportunities as I need to choose wisely. I'm curious about the Toyota way. I had not heard that before. Thanks for your comment.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-83944151145738997032012-12-29T08:48:41.996-08:002012-12-29T08:48:41.996-08:00Thanks, Dawn, for your kind words. We do learn fro...Thanks, Dawn, for your kind words. We do learn from being on the razor's edge, don't we? And there is always another lesson to learn, an opportunity to grow, to choose wisely. Happy New Year to you from the Pacific Northwest, my friend.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-846952094905030522012-12-29T08:47:15.983-08:002012-12-29T08:47:15.983-08:00LeAnn, These family situations are where our faith...LeAnn, These family situations are where our faith is tested, aren't they? Definitely the razor's edge! Thanks for your kind words, and Happy New Year to you.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-35475800548016608842012-12-29T07:49:22.675-08:002012-12-29T07:49:22.675-08:00For me, 2012 has been a year to take some risks: a...For me, 2012 has been a year to take some risks: a trip to Oregon to meet new people, start guitar lessons, buy an RV, move my dad to assisted living.<br /><br />I hope 2013 has more risks that allow me to grow and change!Bob Lowryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16843991725692979189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-4342294463036005982012-12-29T07:30:42.260-08:002012-12-29T07:30:42.260-08:00"Choose again" ... I like that.
It give..."Choose again" ... I like that.<br /><br />It gives me a chance to build a better set of multiple choice options.<br /><br />The Toyota way is test three paths, and may the best one win -- I wonder if that approach might help out in more of life's scenarios.J.D. Meierhttp://sourcesofinsight.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-59034304876674153092012-12-29T07:27:08.577-08:002012-12-29T07:27:08.577-08:00I Love coming here and reading your Sage Posts bec...I Love coming here and reading your Sage Posts because I can always come away with Wisdom and the Knowing that I am not alone in many of the things I have to "Practice". *Winks* I never really thought of the place as 'The Razor's Edge' and it is a good and fitting way to describe it. Yes there are Images of 2012 that define and capture the Essence of what we have experienced this past year... it was a tough one for us too... but I look forward to the Future holding so many good things. And the Knowing that having been on the Razor's Edge so often in the past Years, I have grown and realized so much more about myself that will aid me should I find myself there yet again.<br /><br />Happy New Year from the Arizona Desert my Friend... Dawn... The BohemianBohemianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03743017084098726581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-91057411384703024802012-12-28T21:22:56.117-08:002012-12-28T21:22:56.117-08:00Just another lovely post today; I loved it. Actual...Just another lovely post today; I loved it. Actually, I related to it a lot. I have a family situation that I would love to attack; but I know in my heart and through the spirit that I need to just be kind, patient and loving. Very hard to do sometimes; but I too am glad I have had the self-control to do it. Thanks for your thoughts and it helped me realize that I have made it through the year without any upsetting moment. <br />Blessings and hugs to you and have a wonderful New Year celebration. LeAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18107717294803352571noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-2968737587652597402012-12-28T20:12:28.232-08:002012-12-28T20:12:28.232-08:00Jannie, Welcome! I'm glad you clicked over, to...Jannie, Welcome! I'm glad you clicked over, too. I love Patricia's blog. Like you, I'm learning to trust the basic goodness of the universe. I hope you will visit again. If you want to know more about any one of the 10 steps, you can go to the labels box in the right margin and find posts that focus on whatever step you are interested in. My book on the 10 steps is also available in paperback or as an ebook. Best wishes for 2013.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-4198814390106201882012-12-28T20:09:38.270-08:002012-12-28T20:09:38.270-08:00Jodi, I'm so glad yo are enjoying the book. Be...Jodi, I'm so glad yo are enjoying the book. Best wishes to you for the new year.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-49067238147559129972012-12-28T20:09:05.578-08:002012-12-28T20:09:05.578-08:00Nicole, Spinning ahead...that's a good way to ...Nicole, Spinning ahead...that's a good way to describe it. I have a lot to be grateful for this year, many valuable lessons, too. Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-9224533402821567532012-12-28T20:07:58.995-08:002012-12-28T20:07:58.995-08:00Vishnu, Yes, I love Vidya's humor. And yours. ...Vishnu, Yes, I love Vidya's humor. And yours. And I will definitely borrow that quote. I love it. Happy New Year to you, too.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-39656301610026328222012-12-28T20:07:10.463-08:002012-12-28T20:07:10.463-08:00Dawn, Thanks for sharing your reflections and for ...Dawn, Thanks for sharing your reflections and for the kind words. I look forward to reading your article when I get back in a few days.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-180236361106221152012-12-28T20:06:00.086-08:002012-12-28T20:06:00.086-08:00Jennifer, I like the idea of exponential expansion...Jennifer, I like the idea of exponential expansion! Thanks for your guidance for this next year. When I'm not on the razor's edge, I'm definitely in a place of peace and satisfaction. Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-74813130411088161272012-12-28T19:55:18.631-08:002012-12-28T19:55:18.631-08:00The essence of 2012 for me was trusting all is unf...The essence of 2012 for me was trusting all is unfolding well. And I got a lot better at Being Here Now -- a great place to be.<br /><br />I came here from Wise Ears Patricia's. Very glad I clicked over!<br /><br />And I am intrigued about your 10 steps! Knowing what habits to lose is a real gift for sure.Jannie Funsterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11595786402510366043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-58290275874953557942012-12-28T19:15:06.649-08:002012-12-28T19:15:06.649-08:00I love the peace that surpasses all understanding!...I love the peace that surpasses all understanding! I am in the middle of your book and loving it.Keep shaking my head yes!Jodi @ Heal Nowhttp://www.healnowandforever.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-43332652898722408842012-12-28T16:38:37.607-08:002012-12-28T16:38:37.607-08:00Settling...calming...finding peace in the now and ...Settling...calming...finding peace in the now and learning not to spin so far ahead of myself. That was my 2012 along with many other valuable lessons. Nicole~http://www.nicoletilde.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-9547467301866410072012-12-28T12:38:51.307-08:002012-12-28T12:38:51.307-08:00Funny comment Vidya! Sharp razor is good for a clo...Funny comment Vidya! Sharp razor is good for a close (and clean) shave but also a bad cut haha Galen I think I was a lot closer to the edge last year and earlier this year but stepping slightly away from the razor's edge. Not by choice so much but by circumstance - healing through time, inspiration and soul-development:) the world is still as crazy but I don't have to be. haha you can quote me on that!! thanks for a great year of inspiration and happy new year. Vishnuhttp://www.vishnusvirtues.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-1110502115498089972012-12-28T11:22:59.682-08:002012-12-28T11:22:59.682-08:00How fascinating that many of us are reflecting on ...How fascinating that many of us are reflecting on a similar topic! I'm just finishing up a new article at my blog that ruminates on these similar thoughts. I guess it is just human nature to reflect on the year as we count down the final days in preparation to greeting the new year. <br /><br />"Balancing on a razor's edge" is such a spot on analogy! I know my own 2012 was a vast journey of that type of balancing. I don't know how many times I fell off that edge, how many cuts and scratches my soul collected in the process. I just know that I survived it all, and that I am still absorbing the lessons received.<br /><br />I always enjoy visiting you & viewing the world through your personal window. Best wishes to you for a beautiful 2013!<br /><br />- DawnHealing Morninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03236609802381940498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-53014063877393359152012-12-28T09:23:57.017-08:002012-12-28T09:23:57.017-08:00For me this has really been a year of self-discove...For me this has really been a year of self-discovery: of finding out who I am and what I have to offer at the soul level. It has truly been gratifying, and I plan to expand on it exponentially in the new year, if possible. <br /><br />I'm very excited to see where you're going as well, and I hope you end up in a place of peace and satisfaction, when all is said and done. I suspect that this is very possible for you in the near future. You are such a beautiful soul! :-)Jennifer Flint ~ The Aura Readerhttp://theaurareader.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-5635411004586194122012-12-28T09:18:41.350-08:002012-12-28T09:18:41.350-08:00Karen, What a beautiful, pure image. Thank you for...Karen, What a beautiful, pure image. Thank you for sharing that. And for your thoughts on fear. I like your approach of rising above fear rather than fighting it. And thanks for the good wishes. I think 2013 is going to be a fantastic year, just like 2012 has been in its own way. Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-17852020741349970062012-12-28T09:15:41.593-08:002012-12-28T09:15:41.593-08:00Facing and making peace with death is the ultimate...Facing and making peace with death is the ultimate liberation. Sounds like you have freed yourself to live every moment fully. No regrets! Best wishes for us all next year.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-37011953609080793562012-12-28T09:13:57.540-08:002012-12-28T09:13:57.540-08:00Linda, My image of you for this year was riding th...Linda, My image of you for this year was riding that mechanical bull. You are my cowgirl hero! Since my kids just moved out, I think next year will be one of growth and independence for me, so I'm following your lead. Happy New Year, to you, too!Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3302107831896769514.post-3540687349720682072012-12-28T09:12:09.309-08:002012-12-28T09:12:09.309-08:00Amy, I have a painting in my room titled "For...Amy, I have a painting in my room titled "For today, newly bright." It reminds me that every day is a new chance. I'm glad you had second chances this year. We'll have more next year!Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.com