Acceptance Archives - Amy Pattee Colvin

The Power of Acceptance: How to Let Go of Expectations and Judgment

by Amy Pattee Colvin | Nov 12, 2024 | Acceptance, Compassion, Wellness

Have you ever experienced the frustration that arises from unmet expectations—perhaps it was a work project that didn’t go how you wanted, a strained relationship, or a personal setback? At one point or another, all of us have. An antidote to this frustration is...

Cultivating Self-Worth

by Amy Pattee Colvin | Oct 28, 2022 | Acceptance, Compassion, Qigong

Self-worth is priceless. You can’t buy it, and no one can give it to you. It’s something you have to give to yourself. Cultivating self-worth reflects the essence of how you relate to yourself. Self-worth also involves boundary setting. Have you ever done anything...

Guided Imagery and Visualization Meditation

by Amy Pattee Colvin | Jan 17, 2021 | Acceptance, Compassion, Meditation, Wellness

If you’re familiar with self-improvement and personal growth techniques, you’ve likely seen terms such as guided imagery and visualization meditation (or creative or guided visualization). But what do these terms mean, and how are they similar or...

Compassion for Others

by Amy Pattee Colvin | Oct 17, 2020 | Acceptance, Compassion, Wellness

We often hear the words compassion, self compassion, and compassion for others. But what does it mean, and how do we implement it? Compassion is a skill or an attribute that is like a muscle. It can be strengthened when you intentionally work with it, or it can weaken...

How to be Humble and Why It Cultivates Inner Peace

by Amy Pattee Colvin | Feb 9, 2020 | Acceptance, Compassion, Meditation, Wellness

While recently facilitating a self-compassion workshop, I referred to the three pillars of Taoism as moderation, compassion, and humility. One of the participants asked if I could explain why humility is a virtue, for she interpreted humility as self-deprecation and...

Six Reasons to Go on a Meditation Retreat to Cambodia

by Amy Pattee Colvin | Dec 7, 2019 | Acceptance, Compassion, Meditation, Qigong, Wellness

A meditation retreat to Cambodia offers a diverse array of gems for open-hearted, curious travelers looking for a spiritual adventure. Landscapes range from breathtaking beaches to magnificent forests. Spiritual history encompasses Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic, and...