Dr. Terri Kennedy

Growth 

"Fall seven times, stand up eight."
-- Japanese Proverb

"The Universe is here to support us, but it doesn’t follow the magic-wand principle (wave it and the fairy godmother delivers). Like fruit, certain things need to ripen, and life’s greatest joys are often the ones that are not charted."

"Like spoiled children, we often get upset when things don’t happen according to our desired timetable. Some events may seem too early (we’re not ready to have a child now), or too late (I’ll miss this opportunity if the business deal doesn’t close right away). In reality, life rarely happens in a precise, self-prescribed order, yet it usually happens right on time."

"Be teachable. If you feel blocked, look at your behavior and attitude and see if there is something that can be changed to release the flow. Always ask the question, 'What can I learn from this?' Keep your eyes and ears open for direction."

"We each have an amazing capacity to manifest and evolve. In yoga philosophy, it's the ability to tap into your 'Third Eye' - your inner vision, or 6th chakra - leading you towards higher levels of consciousness."

"This is your life… make it count! If you have debt, clean it up. If your energy is low, take control of your health. If you're in a bad relationship, end it now. If you have a dream in your heart, start pursuing it today! Avoid negligence in your own life."

"When you're trying to interpret a situation, instead of asking, "Why is this happening to me?"; ask, "What can I learn from this?" Harness the power of questions, and you can empower and transform your life."

"The simplest questions are often the most profound and can be important self-inquiry tools, such as the Power Living® Three Core Questions: "Who Am I? Where Am I? What Must I Do To Be Me?" These are the questions to ask every day so you can be clear on what you truly want, why you want it and what you can do to get it. Instead of living from inherited beliefs and desires, you can live your own truth and create your own destiny."

"When you’re stripped down to your core, the little things begin to matter in a really big way."

"Letting go is the first step in the journey toward a more authentic life. When you let go emotionally, you're not throwing things away, you are simply leaving things as they are without attachment to them. From a Buddhist perspective, you are liberating yourself and others from suffering."

"When you finally clear the physical clutter from your world, you can visibly see the space it creates. What is harder to deal with is recognizing and releasing emotional strongholds."

"Holding on to unproductive emotions - such as guilt, shame, fear and anger - is fertile ground for even more dysfunctional feelings to grow, such as regret, pain, obsessive thinking, and bitterness."

"Living in denial and not owning the consequences of your actions, leads you down the path of self-destruction. Similarly, trying to save another person by constantly fixing a situation, leads them down the rocky road of dependency and decreased self-esteem, which leads to a host of other problems."

"Holding on simply holds you where you are, and prevents you, and possibly, another person, from growing."

"Think of things, relationships, and life itself, as precious gifts that are on loan to you. Cherish the moments, learn from the experiences, and move on. Let go of the assumption that you know what is right. Have faith in the Universe and trust that no matter what happens ALL is working for your highest good."

"Instead of simply surviving, make a commitment to thrive. If you were married and now divorced, instead of endlessly lamenting the partnership, become a partner with yourself. If you are still grieving the death of a loved one, celebrate their life by living joyfully every day."

"Take the power away from the distorted reality in your mind, and start being here now. When you live in the Present, and let go of what you think should be, you invite in a greater sense of inner peace and divine inspiration."

"If you are unhappy about your current circumstances, then put on your dreaming cap. Imagine your new world. You are the architect of your life and your dreams are the blueprints. Use your imagination and expand your potential."

"Break through limitations. Think seemingly impossible things and then ask, 'Why not?' See the life you want - then take action. Your fantasy can turn into your new reality, if you see it clearly and then choose to be it daily." 

"Make it real. Once you have a picture in your mind of what you want plan to make it happen. Set realistic goals and take action - step-by-step set your dream free."

"Taking stock of your life can be eye-opening and even shocking. Yet, it is very important to move you forward toward your life vision and uncover potential roadblocks. Just as companies perform accounting audits and issue quarterly reports, it's important to check in with yourself every three months to see if you are on track with your own personal goals."

To contact Dr. Terri Kennedy, call 212.901.6913 or email info@drterrikennedy.com. Read more "The Power of..." columns. Learn more about the Power Living® philosophy.