Archive for category NftU

Date: March 12th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: You can do it…

You can do it, China.

It’s why you’re there.

And it’s why I’m here -
The Universe

Date: March 10th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: …for the rest of their life.

I bet you could do something for someone today, China, who’d remember it for the rest of their life.

In a good way.

On your mark, get set…
The Universe

Date: March 9th, 2010
Cate: NftU, life the universe and everything

NftU: Chocolate in my Peanut Butter

When something difficult or painful happens, China, always look to see what it makes possible that wouldn’t have otherwise been possible.

Like a new adventure, a closer friendship, or chocolate in your peanut butter.

Everything makes you better,
The Universe

Date: March 8th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: Birthdays

Never underestimate the immense importance of someone’s birthday, China, to that same someone, on that very day.

It’s like, really, really HUGE.

Especially when you appreciate that they chose it, probably one million years ago, surrounded by the wisest of the wise, scared to pieces by rumors of tigers, volcanoes, and cough medicine. Yet encouraged, nevertheless, by tales of romance, adventure, and… you.

Really.

No, really!

Thanks,
The Universe

Date: March 4th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: The coolest person

What if, China, the coolest person on the planet didn’t know they were the coolest person on the planet? Just because of a few self doubts, a few trace fears, or the occasional twang of inadequacy. Or because they somehow thought fame, or wealth, or popularity mattered. Or because they just didn’t know the effect they had on others.

It would be a pity, huh? An absolute travesty. And of course, telling them wouldn’t achieve much because they’d never believe you. Never. They’d be too modest to accept it. Too naïve to believe it. And too cool to think it mattered.

So… well… ah… let’s just leave it at that -
The Universe

Date: March 3rd, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: non-efficient

Of all the things that matter, China, that really and truly matter, working more efficiently and getting more done is not among them.

Chill,
The Universe

Date: February 25th, 2010
Cate: Great Grey Beast of February, NftU

NftU: Made for you

As if the most accomplished among you didn’t have their own piercing doubts, fears, and worries; didn’t have spells when they believed they were inadequate, lost, and dependent; hadn’t at times felt downhearted, discouraged, and all alone in the world.

Yet still, China, you know their names.

It’s like time and space were made for you,
The Universe

Date: February 24th, 2010
Cate: Great Grey Beast of February, NftU

NftU: Looking for crazy

Sometimes, China, having more fun and being happier comes from looking for each in crazy, new places; instead of waiting for them to come from where you’ve found them before or where others are now finding them.

And I do mean crazy. Not just from the old standbys of travel, adventure, and romance, but from stretching, reaching, and growing. Accepting new responsibilities for your happiness, totally accepting others, and grasping even higher ideals. Philosophically taking yourself to places few have ever dared before.

Red hot smokin’ love,
The Universe

Date: February 23rd, 2010
Cate: Great Grey Beast of February, NftU

NftU: B I G

A few words on perspective:

In all of time and space, China, there is no challenge, pothole, mountain, chasm, hurdle, or foe larger than you. Not even close. Although if all you use to size them up are your physical senses… good luck!

Tallyho,
The Universe

Date: February 22nd, 2010
Cate: Great Grey Beast of February, NftU

NftU: See good in others…

The more you find good in another, China, the more you’ll find good in yourself.

No matter who that “other” is.

Happy, happy Monday -
The Universe

Date: February 18th, 2010
Cate: Great Grey Beast of February, NftU

NftU: All the time in the world…

Sometimes, China, when things take longer than you thought they would, it’s just a gentle reminder from your greater self (me), that you have more time than you thought, and that there’s a journey to enjoy.

Yeah, like all the time in the world.

The Universe

Date: February 17th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: Self-discipline

You’re right, China; too much self-discipline will discourage your playful, wandering imagination. It’ll snuff out the flames of inspiration and creativity. And it’ll weigh you down with routines and logic. It simply isn’t “spiritual.”

But, then, neither is too little.

Tallyho,
The Universe

Date: February 15th, 2010
Cate: Great Grey Beast of February, NftU

NftU: Fearless Flowers

A super-secret, double-reminder for all fearless flowers:

If you but soak up the sunlight you are given, drink each drop of water I send, and strive only to be yourself, life shall quicken in your roots, spirit shall raise you into the light, and your bloom will inspire the world.

You see, China… I do all the hard stuff.

The Universe

NftU: Think that you are beautiful…

[Editor Note:  This is beautiful and timely and I want all my good, beautiful friends read and pay attention to this too.  Sometimes it is a long, hard road out of hell.  But its a beautiful journey and if we stay mindful and awake when Mara stares us down and we refuse to blink.  I'm glad I have you all with me on this journey.  I am honored by your prescience  and compassion when I'm hurting and I'm glad that I can be a good friend, as well as receive that blessing myself.  The light in me honors and respects the light in you.]

Think that it’s fun, China, that you’re guided, and that all is well; that there’s time, that life is easy, and that the best has yet to come.

Think that the reasons that elude you will one day catch up, that the lessons that have stumped you will one day bring joy, and that the sorrows that have crippled you will soon give you wings.

Think that you’re important, that you cannot fail, and that happiness always returns.

And think that you’re beautiful, China.

I do.
The Universe

Date: February 11th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: No Bad News

The good news, China, is that really and truly there’s never, ever been any such thing as bad news, and you’ll see this one day, if you don’t already.

Not that you weren’t one heck of a rebounder when you thought there was…

Tallyho,
The Universe

Date: February 10th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: Happy Endings

All endings, China, are happy endings.

If you even believe in endings.

Whah!!
The Universe

Date: February 8th, 2010
Cate: NftU, life the universe and everything

NftU: I was the turkey all along…. (Gir reference)

Ever have that feeling, China, that your life, your true work, has not yet begun?

Ever feel like you’re here for something more than you’ve yet identified? And that a billion eyes are upon you, just waiting for the prophecy to unfold?

Hmmmmmm…….

And, have you also ever wanted something so badly that all your wishing, hoping, and praying kept you from seeing that you had it all along?

Precisely,
The Universe

Date: February 5th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: Laugh

When people see, for the first time, how everyone else on the planet is just another version of themselves – the same spark of God except for the pressures and desires unique to each life – some laugh, some cry, and some laugh until they cry.

May you live your life, China, so that when this day dawns for you, you’re among those who laugh and laugh and laugh.

Tallyho, ho, ho -
The Universe

Date: February 4th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: End Results

First, China, completely forget about who, how, and when. Then, decide only upon what you want, the end result, with as much clarity as possible. I’ll shuffle the deck, the magic show will begin, and jokers won’t be all that are wild.

Gosh, you’re so much fun to watch when you read these things.

Deal,
The Universe

Date: February 3rd, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: in love…with you.

Every day, China, someone new falls in love with you.

Sometimes many more.

You can’t deny it,
The Universe

Date: February 2nd, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: 5 Minutes in a Dark Room

Anything worth having, China, is worth thinking about, every day, for 5 minutes, in a dark room, wearing a really huge smile.

Shamu slippers optional.

Tallyho,
The Universe

Date: February 1st, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: Miracles on Me

Have you noticed, China, that all great accomplishments require 4 things:

A dream, action, patience, and a whole bunch of miracles?

The miracles part is on me.

1, 2, 3, Me -
The Universe

Date: January 27th, 2010
Cate: NftU, wisdom

NftU: Gutsy/Teacher

Do you know what we used to call you before you leapt into the jungles of time and space, China?

“Gutsy.”

Do you know what we call you now?

“An example.”

Do you know what we’ll call you when you return?

“Teacher.”

Tallyho,
The Universe

Date: January 22nd, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: one

China, it only takes one idea, one second in time, one friend, one dream, one leap of faith, to change everything, forever.

Just one!

Yet eternity lies in the palm of your hand.

Hallelujah,
The Universe

Date: January 21st, 2010
Cate: NftU, life the universe and everything

NftU: down time

What if funky, confusing, gray, lonely days were just part of a “system” that, in turn, created bright, rich, happy, friendly days?

What if they were just meant to give deeper elements of your creativity a rest?

What if they were deliberately crafted holidays, of a sort, devised by your inner psyche to relieve you from the pressure of artificial expectations?

Would you still bemoan them, wonder what’s wrong with you, or fear that they’ll never end? Or, China, would they kind of tickle you pink?

You party animal, you -
The Universe

Date: January 15th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: Sunshine….on a cloudy day

Some people just have big hearts, China. And with this gift they’re very often able to feel, offer, and show far more love than they receive from those around them. Which, at times, is a heavy load to bear. So today I’d like to remind them, and especially you, that the sun asks not that the moon and planets help brighten each day, but relishes her role as a keeper of the light and a bringer of the dawn. A role much like your own.

Happy weekend, from the Sun and I -
The Universe

Date: January 14th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: Expectations

China, in case you were wondering what might happen next – how this week will unfold, who you will become tomorrow – it all boils down to one thing…

Expectation.

Yours.

Whoohoo,
The Universe

Date: January 13th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: figured out?

It only seems like others have it all figured out, China; that their challenges are simpler, their friends are jollier, and their grass is greener. But, China, you should hear how they admire you.

Work it,
The Universe

Date: January 12th, 2010
Cate: NftU

NftU: BIG THING

The BIG THING, China, rarely happens when you ask for it, nor does it typically come from who or where you expect. It usually comes a bit later, from someone you didn’t even know when you first asked, as a result of some weird turn of events that were impossible to foresee.

So, chill. Be patient. Enjoy the moment. And let your friends, employers, and partners off the hook. Besides, they’re going to have enough to deal with when the BIG THING does arrive, if you know what I mean.

Won’t be long,
The Universe