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How to Unlock the Wisdom of Your Intelligent Heart

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Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

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russell marie 2026Marie T. Russell is the founder of InnerSelf Magazine (founded 1985). She also produced and hosted a weekly South Florida radio broadcast, Inner Power, from 1992-1995 which focused on themes such as self-esteem, personal empowerment, and well-being. Her articles focus on transformation and reconnecting with our own inner source of joy and creativity.

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Discover the transformative power of your intelligent heart. Move beyond ego-driven decisions and embrace heart-guided living for clarity, joy, and peace. Learn how asking your heart the simple question, "What do you need from me right now?" can bring profound fulfillment and transform your relationships. Join Marie T. Russell as she shares insights inspired by Gregg Braden’s teachings and her own journey to heart-centered wisdom.

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11 Simple Steps to Find Happiness and Joy in Everyday Life

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Written by: Beth McDaniel, InnerSelf.com

Find Joy in Routines: A Guide to Daily Happiness

Transform the daily grind into a fulfilling journey! Discover tips to find joy in routines, nurture connections, embrace creativity, and make every day vibrant and meaningful.

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Your Roadmap to More Wisdom and Happiness

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Written by: Laura Gabayan, MD, MS

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Transform your life with this roadmap to wisdom. Explore eight essential elements like resilience, kindness, creativity, and curiosity for a fulfilling journey.

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Creating Your Best Year with Quantum Intentions

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Written by: Will T. Wilkinson

Creating Your Best Year with Quantum Intentions

Discover the transformative power of quantum intentions to manifest abundance and rewrite your past. Learn how visionary intentions can help reshape your reality and unlock a brighter future with a simple, empowering process.

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Start Small: Why One New Year’s Resolution is Enough

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Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

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Achieve lasting change this New Year by starting small. Learn why one manageable resolution can set you up for success and simplify your path to personal growth.

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Looking for Someone to Fix Your Life and Make It Better?

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Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

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Learn how to find your inner wisdom, make transformative life choices, and create lasting fulfillment and joy. You can embrace self-empowerment and stop seeking external fixes. 

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Aging Magically: Growing into a Strong Sense of Self

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Written by: Cait Johnson

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Discover how to transform your home into a sacred space for magical aging. Clear clutter, embrace your authentic self, and create a nurturing environment that reflects your spiritual growth.

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We Teach Best What We Need to Learn

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Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

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Discover how life often mirrors what we most need to learn. Explore how everyday encounters act as a mirror, reflecting our growth, challenges, and opportunities for self-discovery.

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As We Face the Next Few Years, Hold Fast to Ethics

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Written by: Carl G. Schowengerdt

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Learn how human ethics principles can help us stand against bigotry and racism, resist harmful policies, and build a society rooted in equality and justice.

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Is it a Like, a Preference, a Habit, or an Addiction?

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Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

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Explore the fine line between habits and addictions, understanding how everyday behaviors like coffee or meditation can shift from preferences to dependencies, and what it means for your well-being.

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Our Internal Rule Book: Friend or Foe?

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Written by: Alexandra Leclere

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Explore how our Internal Rule Book shapes our responses to life's challenges from youth to old age. This article looks into how events and emotions recorded in our psyche influence our behavior and reactions throughout different life stages, highlighting the importance of adapting our internal narratives for personal growth and successful aging. Discover strategies for modifying the Internal Rule Book to enhance well-being and resilience as we age.

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Authentic Living: Finding Fulfillment Beyond Society's Norms

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Written by: Shawn Léon Nowotnik

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Explore the essential role of authenticity in achieving personal fulfillment. This article looks into the challenges and rewards of living true to oneself amidst societal pressures. It highlights the benefits of authenticity, such as deeper relationships and greater emotional well-being, and provides strategies for overcoming the fear of judgment and embracing personal growth.

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How to Reestablish a Sense of Safety After Stress and Trauma

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Written by: Alex Scrimgeour

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This article provides insights into regaining balance through self-regulation and co-regulation, highlighting the role of social support and physiological responses in overcoming trauma. Learn about innovative approaches that blend psychotherapy, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology to facilitate healing.

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Finding Peace: Healing from a Narcissistic Relationship

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Written by: Paris Stephenson

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Discover effective strategies for healing from narcissistic relationships. Learn how self-love, the grey rock method, and solfeggio frequencies can transform your life. Embrace a journey of personal empowerment and spiritual growth while navigating and recovering from the challenges posed by relationships with narcissists.

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Understanding Climate Anxiety and Reclaiming Peace

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Written by: Lynne Sedgmore

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Explore the intersection of psychology and activism in tackling climate anxiety. This article discusses the symptoms of climate anxiety and offers practical strategies to alleviate the psychological burden caused by environmental concerns.

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Can Hurricanes Be Influenced With Meditation?

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Written by: Hope Ives Mauran

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Discover how unified spiritual efforts influenced Hurricane Milton's intensity. Learn about the power of coherent intentions and the Maharishi Effect in reducing natural disasters amd crime levels through meditation and visualization.

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The Miracle of the Raffle Turkey

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Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

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Discover the heartwarming story of how a simple belief in miracles led to winning a raffle turkey at a local market. This narrative by Marie T. Russell explores the everyday miracles that occur when we are open to receiving them, underscoring a profound message about the power of positivity and expectations.

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Techniques to Maintain Life Perspective and Find Balance

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Written by: Jude Bijou

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This article provides insights on how to manage emotional overwhelm and maintain a balanced perspective through mindfulness practices, focusing on the present, and aligning actions with personal values for a more fulfilling life. Explore the importance of keeping perspective in the face of life’s challenges. 

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Balancing Life’s Demands: There’s Only So Much We Can Do

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Written by: Peter Coyote

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Explore the essential role of self-care in navigating the complexities of daily life. This article provides insights into balancing life's endless demands with effective self-care strategies, emphasizing the need for peace and inner wisdom to maintain productivity and well-being.

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Being Bold in the Moments That Matter

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Written by: Michael Thompson

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Explore the transformative power of boldness and how embracing decisive actions in crucial moments can lead to significant personal growth and success. This article offers practical advice on overcoming fear and seizing life’s opportunities by being bold, Includes inspiring stories of individuals who dared to act despite their fears.

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6 Ways to Free Yourself from the Happiness Trap

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Written by: Shawn Léon Nowotnik

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Uncover the pitfalls of relentlessly chasing happiness and learn six transformative strategies to break free from this trap. Embrace a life of genuine fulfillment through personal growth, meaningful connections, and a deeper appreciation of life's complexities. Discover how to live authentically and find lasting satisfaction beyond fleeting joys.

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