Join me in episode 85 where I talk about hopes best companion effort! There are four directions we can apply effort for our wellness. A starting point is to ask the questions: 1) Why do I say what I say when I say it? and 2) Why do I do what I do when I do it? These questions allow one to "get conscious" so we can start to think about the different directions we can start to apply deliberate effort.  Defining the term:  "Effort is defined and expressed in so many different ways: exertion, perseverance, courage, self-discipline, diligence, consistency, patience - the words seem almost endless. Because we all have different spiritual paths, we are going to be called upon to exert different kinds and degrees of effort. What looks easy for one person is difficult for another," page 266 from Awaking The Buddha Within.  Resource Highlight:  1) "Awakening The Buddha Within," by Lama Surya Das. In the section on Meditation Training, the reader is introduced to the sixth step to enlightenment, 'Right Effort.'  Click here for the link to the book - Awakening the Buddha Within: Tibetan Wisdom for the Western World: Das, Lama Surya: 9780767901574: Amazon.com: Books Related Episodes: 1) Episode 84 - Hope and Openness for Healing and Recovery | The Hopeful Humanist Cafe Novel First Sentence Idea: "It could've been otherwise; it always can be otherwise." Thank-you: Thank you so much for joining me once again for another tip-of-the-iceberg conversation about the good life, ideas in flow, and resources for mental and physical wellness. I hope these discussions leave you feeling inspired, thoughtful, and ready to embrace the world with a positive mindset. Your company on this journey means the world to me, and I appreciate each and every one of you who tunes in. If you have any feedback, suggestions, or know of any online resources that could benefit your community, please feel free to share them with me. You can reach out to me at athopefulhumanist@gmail.com. Your input is invaluable, and I'm always eager to hear your thoughts. As we wrap up today's episode, I encourage you to keep the conversation going. Share any newfound insights with friends, family, or anyone you think might enjoy the podcast. Let's create a ripple effect of positivity and thoughtful discussions. Peace, take care, be well, and share!