Eat|Pray|Aloha

A journey of healing

[onlinecounsellingcollege]

I do not define myself by how many roadblocks have appeared on my path. I define myself by the courage I’ve found to forge new roads. I do not define myself by how many disappointments I’ve faced. I define myself by the forgiveness and faith I’ve found to start again. I do not define myself by how long a relationship lasted. I define myself by how much I have loved, and am willing to love again. I do not define myself by how many times I’ve been knocked down. I define myself by how many times I’ve struggled to my feet. I am not my pain. I am not my past. I am that which has emerged from the fire.

(via onlinecounsellingcollege)

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[onlinecounsellingcollege]

Love brings you face to face with your self. It’s impossible to love another if you cannot love yourself.

John Pierrakos (via onlinecounsellingcollege)

[greatfullyrecovering]

[onlinecounsellingcollege]

Be proud of your pain, for you are stronger than those with none.

Lois Lowry (via onlinecounsellingcollege)

[onlinecounsellingcollege]

8 Ways to be Happy

1. Love, like, accept and be patient with yourself.

2. Don’t judge yourself by other people’s standards.

3. Choose to let go of your anxieties and worries.

4. Trust yourself; listen to your heart.

5. Live simply.

6. Set realistic expectations; expect to make mistakes, and to encounter obstacles.

7. Don’t look to others for your happiness.

8. Free your heart from bitterness, resentment and hatred.

[eat-pray-aloha]

We all have dark times in our lives, but the journey to better times is often what makes us happier, stronger people. When we stop expecting instant relief, we may come to believe that where we are today is exactly where our Higher Power would have us be.

"Courage to Change" (January 1)

[eat-pray-aloha]

Happy 2013

I wanted to make sure that after all the hardship, heartache, and pain I went through last year, I would ring in 2013 with open arms.  I wanted a simple, but fun and memorable celebration with people that were always there for me through thick and thin.  I got 2 of my great friends to get together with me.  These friends were not only supportive, but have loved me unconditionally through my abuse.  I wanted to make sure it was with them that I ring in the new year and to help me close the door on one chapter and open the door to a new one.  

It was a night filled with fun, laughter, happiness, great memories, beautiful company, and absolutely no drama.  2013 started off with smiles and laughter - no tears or sadness present.  That is all I wanted. Simple as that.  

Here's to a year full of growth, healing, and recovery.  Nothing but happiness and endless opportunities for bettering ourselves and supporting each other.

God Bless all of you everyday in this new year and beyond.

[greatfullyrecovering]

[eat-pray-aloha]

#26Acts

I follow Ann Curry on Twitter and was touched by her "26 Acts" movement to honor the fallen angels of Newtown. I love the chance to give back to the community, those less fortunate, and just showing compassion and random acts of kindness. Needless to say it didn't take much consideration for me to say... "I'm in." During the Holiday season, this is when people need it the most. And what beautiful way to begin the healing process from the shooting than to promote peace and love. Hopefully the feeling that I know I feel when I do this, also resonates in everyone else that they will continue this movement and extend it from 26 Acts to 365 Acts. Wouldn't that be a great way to start the new year? I challenge everyone out there to go to Ann Curry's Twitter Timeline @anncurry and be inspired to begin your #26Acts. God bless.

[onlinecounsellingcollege]

Don’t judge me. You can’t handle half of what I’ve dealt with. There’s a reason I do the things I do. There’s a reason why I am who I am.

Unknown (via onlinecounsellingcollege)

[greatfullyrecovering]

[onlinecounsellingcollege]

1. Acknowledge how you feel. Admit to yourself that you are angry, hurt, bitter, jealous or resentful. Don’t bottle up your negative emotions. Being honest is the first step to changing how you feel.

2. Don’t start judging and condemning yourself. You’re not evil or worthless; your...

[onlinecounsellingcollege]

The weak are cruel. The strong have no need to be.

Alice Hoffman (via onlinecounsellingcollege)

Amen

[amptcommunity]

AMPt Darkroom - Start Expanding Your Editing Options On Android with “Negative Editing”

In today’s tutorial we’ll be focusing on a technique called “Negative Editing”. Negative editing is unique in that it effectively expands the filters and effects available to you during the editing process. This is especially handy for Android users who are limited to a remarkably small catalog of photography related apps. While much of this lesson will focus on the “Negative Editing” technique, the bigger message here is to “think outside the box” as we encourage you to change how you look at (and use) your existing apps.

Read the FULL TUTORIAL where Jacob shows you how to double the filters and effects available in your editing arsenal without adding a single app. You may never look at editing the same again after reading today’s lesson.

Check back for new Darkroom mobile photography lessons every Monday & Tuesday @ ampteam.org 

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Change Is Coming 01-01-13

Mobile photography on the next level

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Millions Drawn to Lyon’s Fête des Lumières

Want to see more dazzling luminescent art? Visit the #fêtedeslumières & #fdl2012 hashtag pages.

Fête des Lumières, or the Festival of Lights, takes place in Lyon, France, every year around December 8th for four days. The Festival of Lights is the most popular event in Lyon, drawing crowds of several million into the city’s illuminated streets each year. It includes over 80 lighting scenes all across the city of Lyon including the Place de la République, Place Bellecour, Place des Terreaux, Marches de la Guillotière, & the Place de la Bourse. The celebration unveils the architectural treasures of the city in a beautiful and unique way.

Fête des Lumières’ origins date back to 1643 when the inhabitants of Lyon were struck by the plague and spared. During the outbreak, the city council promised to pay tribute to the Virgin Mary should she save them, so every year on December 8th candles were lit and offerings were given in her name. The tradition of families placing burning candles on windowsills is still observed today, in addition to the extravagant and professionally run light performances.

[eat-pray-aloha]

This is on my bucket list. So beautiful.