Tag: Shin Dao Institute

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Freedom through Consciousness

On Sunday, I landed on the word ‘free’ during a random flip through an old copy of the Daily Word, a booklet of positive daily affirmations produced for over 100 years by Unity.org .  Reading the passage reprinted below brought forth an interesting trail of introspection…  and had me shaking my head at the irony…
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25 September 2023 0
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The Importance of a Bucket List and Regularly Checking Off Items

Life is a remarkable journey filled with countless opportunities, experiences, and adventures. However, without purposeful direction, it can be easy to get lost in the chaos of everyday routines. This is where a bucket list comes into play, serving as a powerful tool to inspire, motivate, and guide you toward living a fulfilling and meaningful…
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20 June 2023 0
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Personal Growth in Today’s Changing World

In today’s rapidly evolving world of technological advancements, social transformations, and global uncertainties, self-development and self-reflection have become more important than ever. These practices offer you tools to navigate the dynamic world we live in and cope effectively with the changes unfolding around you. Self-development involves a conscious effort to enhance your knowledge, skills, and…
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5 June 2023 0
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Standing at a Crossroads

I am very comfortable with my (our) decision for me to leave the government. I am feeling very calm about it! Okay, I am a lot excited about it if truth be told! Whenever I tell people, I am retiring people generally ask. “So what are you going to do with your time now?” Which…
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12 September 2022 0

What’s Holding You Back?

Last week while we were out at our trailer I overheard a person say, “I could never do that?” Which shocked and surprised me! Why? Because, what the person, “could never do.” Was to the best of my knowledge was not illegal, immoral or really beyond their personal capabilities. Though the fashion police might issue…
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18 July 2022 0

Tina Shares “I Can!”…

In this issue I have two things to share, both of which come with great gratitude. First, I want to say thank you for being here and holding space for me.  In the May 24th issue of Heart and Mind Matters I vulnerably shared where I’ve been at, and I committed to replacing all my…
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20 June 2022 0

Thrive On

by Tina Thrussell A friend was kind enough to share a link for short-term access to the fascinating and informative documentary film called Thrive II: This is What it Takes. This movie comes along nine years after the first film, Thrive: What on Earth Will it Take?, which was created to wake people up about…
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6 December 2021 0

What turns a group into Community?

What turns a ‘group’ into a community? Heart. The Principles of the #ShinDao – the Way of the Heart, when applied to any group will turn it into a community.


5 October 2017 0

A quick & Easy Pick-Me-Up – Tina’s Facebook Live Video

https://www.facebook.com/tina.thrussell/videos/1431491056887204/ Here’s a quick and easy pick me up… The Star Jump. Anyone who ever participated in my “believe in yourself, you’re awesome” or “building confidence” or “assertiveness and self esteem” classes will have experienced this one. Try it… You’ll like it! A Shin Daoist is willing to try all sorts of tools to remain…
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31 July 2017 0

Tina – Live Video – The Joyous Magic of Life!

https://www.facebook.com/tina.thrussell/videos/1332076473495330/    The joyous magic of life! I love my life! This is being a Shin Daoist. #ShinDao


24 May 2017 0