by Brigitte van Tuijl | May 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
The biggest misconception about relaxation (that keeps feeling relaxed away from you) is this: The idea that relaxation is the absence of activity. Most people think you can only relax when your chores are done, or when you have the time for it. They see unwinding as...
by Brigitte van Tuijl | Nov 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
“The mind thinks there’s something to achieve, something to reach or strive for. It thinks you can be happier or freer—in the future. The mind believes something needs to happen or you need to do something to get there. Whether...
by Brigitte van Tuijl | Oct 10, 2023 | Uncategorized
In September, Arjen and I spent a wonderful month on the boat. (The picture above this blog is of one of the stunning sunrises we saw.) During our first week, I told him, “I’ve never been more relaxed EVER before in my entire LIFE.” It wasn’t about...
by Brigitte van Tuijl | Mar 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
There’s one thing people do that makes them suffer—or at least unhappier—daily: They resist what IS. You may think you don’t do this. Keep reading, because most likely, you are. I used to do this, too. (Still do at times!) I resisted how I felt, for example. When I...
by Brigitte van Tuijl | Mar 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
What you want will come at the right time … … no matter what you do (or don’t do). No matter what you say. No matter how much you want or need it. No matter how hard you work. No matter how much you align your energy, pray, or manage your mindset. Whatever you...
