Quotes about Awareness

Only presence can know presence. And our real presence can know Real Presence.

One of the few generalizations we can make in the field of universal spirituality is this: No one else is your problem.

That is Pride," explained Wisdom. "It is the hardest enemy to see after you have been in the glory. Those who refuse to put on this cloak will suffer much at the hands of that most devious enemy.

Familiarity breeds complacency.

The first thing on Dr. Amen's master to-do list, the first thing he sees each day, is his gratitude list. Rather than just writing down a few things, he keeps a running tab on what he is grateful for, looks at it every day, and adds to it as joyful moments occur.

Don't indulge your ego at the expense of your soul.

To make the best use of your life, you must never forget two truths: First, compared with eternity, life is extremely brief. Second, earth is only a temporary residence. You won't be here long, so don't get too attached. Ask God to help you see life on earth as he sees it. David prayed, "Lord, help me to realize how brief my time on earth will be. Help me to know that I am here for but a moment more.

We are human beings, not human doings.

Humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less. -Rick Warren

Knowledge increases responsibility.

Most people think of "vision" as the ability to see the future. But in today's rapidly changing world, vision is also the ability to accurately assess current changes and take advantage of them. Vision is being alert to opportunities.

Humility is not thinking less of yourself; it's thinking of yourself less.