The Modern Sage

Hey there, friend! This week, it was like everything I was listening to/reading/etc. all kept going back to a common theme: self-forgiveness. And it wasn't like I had ever consciously avoided self-forgiveness, it was just never on my radar until this week when I got hit over the head with it, which got me to thinking about self-forgiveness as the first step towards self-love (which is something I'm trying to cultivate more of). So today, we're going to talk about the art of self-forgiveness. And I write this as much to myself as to whoever is reading. Self-forgiveness is the act of forgiving yourself for any past mistakes or wrongdoings. Self-forgiveness is the act of forgiving yourself for any past mistakes. It's like giving yourself a big hug and saying, "It's okay, I forgive you!"  Self-forgiveness is crucial for our mental and emotional well-being. Holding onto guilt and shame (which are two of the lowest vibrations/frequencies) can lead to negative th...

Welcome back everyone!  In our last post, we talked all about the power of positive affirmations and I thought I would continue that thread with this list of 50 powerful affirmations for success to get you started. I love success affirmations because you can use them in every area of your life. We all want success in relationships, our careers, our health, etc. you name it. So here's a list of 50 great ones to get you pointed in the right direction to help you achieve your goals and reach your fullest potential.  Repeat them daily, and watch the magic unfold! Get ready to be inspired, motivated, and uplifted. 50 Powerful Affirmations for Success #1. I am capable of achieving anything I set my mind to. #2. Success comes easily and effortlessly to me. #3. I trust in my abilities to succeed. #4. I am worthy of success and abundance. #5. My goals and dreams are within my reach. #6. I am confident in my ability to make the right decisions. #7. I have everything I need to achie...

Hello guys! Are you ready to dig deep into the earthy, grounding goodness of Muladhara, the root chakra?  If you're new to the world of chakras, check out our related post:  Chakras 101: Everything You Need to Know Mini Review Chakras are energy centers in the body that correspond to different aspects of our physical, emotional, and spiritual selves.  Muladhara (aka the root chakra), located at the base of the spine, is the foundation of this energy system.  In today's post, we're going to explore this all-important chakra, from its symbolism to some more practical applications. So, grab a cup of tea, get comfortable, and let's get down to the root of things! ;) Where is it? The root chakra is the first of the seven main chakras located inside your body. This one is located at the base of the spine, between your sit bones.  Obviously we can't "see" it, but this chakra is often depicted as a lotus flower with four petals, which represents its connection to ...

Welcome, my lovely readers!  Have you ever found yourself feeling down in the slumps for no apparent reason?  Maybe you're having a rough day or week, and nothing seems to cheer you up. We've all been there, and it's completely normal to feel this way from time to time. But we can't stay there, and the faster we're able to work through the slump, the more resilient we become. Did you know that more than 16 million adults in the US alone experience at least one depressive episode during their life?  That's a lot, which is why in this post, I'm going to share some tips from my own experience on how to get work through a case of the blues.  Acknowledge Your Feelings Feelings.  They're great, but can be complicated, and sometimes hard to talk about. However, it's important to acknowledge and accept our emotions, especially when we're feeling down.  Ignoring feelings might seem like the way to go, but bottling up emotions just makes them fester and ev...

Hello there! Because you found this post there are a couple things I know about you. You're a technology user (duh) and you've probably fallen down a rabbit hole to get here since, my blog is still gaining momentum when it comes to publicity, popularity, and advertising.  And I want to ask you a question. Do you find yourself constantly scrolling, swiping, and tapping on your devices?  Well, as helpful as technology can (sometimes) be, it's way too easy to get sucked into the habit of technology addiction. Technology addiction is a real thing and has become a serious modern-day epidemic.  So I'm glad you're here (even though, ironically enough, this is only possible because of technology) so that together we can take a mental step back and consciously unplug from the digital world. You might be wondering, phone or tablet in hand, "Why should I even bother?"  Think about it - when was the last time you had a good old-fashioned face-to-face conversation with...