Nobody Will Protect You from Your Suffering
The Big Impact We Don’t Realize We Make Every Day
“Don’t underestimate the impact your words, actions, and energy have on people. A small act can impact others in bigger ways than you’ll ever know.” ~Kat Quach
One thing we all share is the desire to leave a legacy behind. The desire to show that our life was worth something, that we achieved something, that we were important in some way.
We tend to focus on big achievements and the pursuit of activities that will leave something tangible behind. A charitable contribution, financial assistance for future generations, artwork, statues, monuments, even gravestones. But what if our impact can be felt …
When It’s Time Tell Your Story: How to Step Out of Hiding and Into Healing
“One day you will tell your story of how you overcame what you went through, and it will be someone else’s survival guide.” ~Brené Brown
“Hey, can I call you?” read the text from my cousin Dani.
“Of course,” I responded, nervously drawing in a deep breath.
I had recently shared some painful experiences with a family member we are both close to. I assumed Dani had heard what I’d said about our family, and I wasn’t sure if she’d be upset by the secrets I had exposed.
Throughout my life I had always been told to put a smile …
How to Make a Big Change by Embracing Love and Confronting Fear
“If you truly want to change your life, you must first be willing to change your mind.” ~Dan Altman
I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts recently, and the guest speaker, Gary Zukav, was explaining that humans operate from two major emotions. Once you learn this and can differentiate how you’re truly feeling, life can feel easier and more peaceful. He said this:
Every emotion stems from only two: love and fear.
It took me a second to let the message sink in, but the more I thought about this statement, the more I realized how true it
How to Free Yourself from Your Constant Desires
“Wealth consists not in having great possessions but in having few wants.” ~Epictetus
I surely can’t be the only one tired of constantly wanting things. By things, I mean a new job, a nice car, new clothes, a new home, perhaps even a partner, more friends, more money, or better holidays in more luxurious locations.
It feels like we are forever stuck in a cycle of seeking the next bigger or better thing. Once we have achieved one goal, yup, you guessed it, here comes another, even bigger goal that will probably be harder to reach than the last one.…
Submit Your Quote for Tiny Buddha’s 2026 Calendar
Hi friend! As you may know, I’ve offered a day-to-day desk calendar with quotes for the past few years and will soon offer my fourth.
I’m currently working on the 2026 calendar, and, as I did last year, I’d love to include some quotes from the community.
If you’d like to submit a quote (or more than one!) for consideration, you can do that here.
Some guidelines to keep in mind:
1. Quotes can be up to 75 words.
2. They need to be entirely original.
3. They can be on any topic related to personal growth, including but …
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