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Cindy Yantis

Los Angeles, CA

Writer. Thought Changer. Amateur Chef.

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Thank you, Jennifer! And, the epiphanies continue to unfold...

Commented May 16, 2013 on Epiphany of a New Thought – Now What? at Thought Changer

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Yes, that's so true Kelly. Progress is the beauty! As are the flaws. That's the good stuff, the uniqueness. None of which can be seen when wearing the mask of perfection. I'm so glad this inspired you! :)

Commented May 16, 2013 on 6 Reasons Why Progress, Not Perfection at Thought Changer

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6 Reasons Why Progress, Not Perfection

I read this phrase the other day. Progress, not perfection. It got me thinking about the lightness of the former versus the weightiness of the latter. Progress is fluid and open. Perfection is rigid and inflexible Perfection is exhausting. Progress is invigorating. Perfection wears a mask. Progress is transparent. Perfection... Continue reading

Posted May 15, 2013 at Thought Changer

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Epiphany of a New Thought – Now What?

By Cindy Yantis “I had an epiphany.” We’ve all felt that inspiring moment of realization at one time or another, the powerful insight that was going to change everything. It’s a great feeling, right? Okay, you had an epiphany. So, now what? While reading Step 2 in the Twelve Steps... Continue reading

Posted Feb 10, 2013 at Thought Changer

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Angels in Pickup Trucks

By Cindy Yantis The snow was new, with over a foot falling in the past 24 hours. It was fun to be out in it and I like to say I was getting my “fix” of winter wonderland before heading back to LA. And, to make it all the more... Continue reading

Posted Dec 30, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Be the Snowflake

By Cindy Yantis "We're heading into heavy snow." I heard someone in the airport utter this as he got ready to board my flight. Flights were cancelled, roads were closed, plans were diverted, all due to heavy snow. I find the phrase "heavy snow" intriguing. It's hard to think of... Continue reading

Posted Dec 23, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Living in Your Divinity

"He was in his divinity." That's what Sheryl Crow had to say recently about watching Michael Jackson in action. She had toured with him early in her career and remarked about standing off stage and witnessing his genius at work, about how he seemed to go to a different place.... Continue reading

Posted Sep 19, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Forge into the Unknown

There were so many amazing photos posted recently of the Blue Moon. It was awe-and-then-some! I took several moments on my patio, breathing into the seeming expansiveness in the air created by the sight of the magnificent orb. I tried to get a photo, but couldn't capture it. The best... Continue reading

Posted Sep 4, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Rekindling Possibility

By Cindy Yantis A recent dinner with dear old friends conjured more than just catching up. Sure we did a quick rewind through the last three years since seeing each other. But, with this particular family of friends I always leave much more grounded and inspired than I was at... Continue reading

Posted Aug 30, 2012 at Thought Changer

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When Something Doesn't Sit Well - Authenticity Rules

By Cindy Yantis Something doesn't sit well. And, when something doesn't sit well, you can feel it, right? It goes against the grain. It can wake you up in the middle of the night. Why is that? That happened recently, believe or not, when I posted a photo of the... Continue reading

Posted Aug 17, 2012 at Thought Changer

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What's Your Born Legacy?

By Cindy Yantis The notion of legacy washed through my consciousness several times recently. I took in the new flick, THE BOURNE LEGACY, which in my opinion did nothing to add to Robert Ludlum's real legacy as a prolific writer of mysteries, including the Bourne novels, which were full of... Continue reading

Posted Aug 13, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Thank you, Jennifer - your photo was such an inspiration and left me with a feeling of wonder and anticipation. Mitzi - Thank you so much for your kind words! Although our "paths" have taken us far apart over the years, it's wonderful to know we're still connected!

Commented Aug 11, 2012 on Finding the Path of Least Resistance at Thought Changer

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Finding the Path of Least Resistance

By Cindy Yantis One of my favorite photographers, Jennifer Kelley Lublin, posted this mesmerizing photo this week. Photo by JennKL I could imagine myself on this path and wondered what kind of magic lay just around the bend. The trees seem to be willing to lend a helping hand or... Continue reading

Posted Aug 10, 2012 at Thought Changer

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The First and Last Word

By Cindy Yantis "In Love With Words" That's the title I gave one of my Pinterest categories. I'm a bit late in the game on Pinterest, but I've become slightly obsessed. It's one of the most creative time sucks ever invented! My love affair with words only intensifies with each... Continue reading

Posted Jul 13, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Thought Changing Words in a Cloud

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Posted Jul 12, 2012 at Thought Changer

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8 Ways to Re-Create Your American Dream

By Cindy Yantis George Carlin said, "It's called the American Dream 'cause you have to be asleep to believe it." Funny irony, for which Mr. Carlin was the master. But, my mindset has changed around the whole concept of this shared national ideal. Or I should say former shared ideal.... Continue reading

Posted Jul 4, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Surrender to Surrendering

"I've been noticing lots of changes going on in your life and not enough reflection/writing on your Thought Changer blog, so I'm checking in on you!" This is what is known as a loving smack-down on Facebook! My sweet cousin Carol messaged me this week after seeing numerous posts on... Continue reading

Posted May 25, 2012 at Thought Changer

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The Beat Goes On - So What Comes Next?

By Cindy Yantis I was lost in the abyss. At least the abyss also known as the Second Act. I’m in the midst of drafting a screenplay that I was commissioned to write and my deadline is quickly approaching. Before starting the script I wrote a loose outline so that... Continue reading

Posted Apr 13, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Kelli, Ferrell & Kelly- thanks for your great comments. Yes, I've kind of fallen in love with the innocent albatross I must say. Someone also commented about thinking in terms of expanding their wingspan as a result of this discussion. Love that metaphor as well!

Commented Mar 29, 2012 on Life Lessons From an Albatross at Thought Changer

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Life Lessons From an Albatross

By Cindy Yantis The albatross gets a bad rap. The oft-used reference to the bird is as a metaphor for carrying a heavy burden, "this (fill in the blank) is an albatross around my neck." Until ancient poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge coined this notion in his 1798 poem, the albatross... Continue reading

Posted Mar 25, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Mar 8, 2012

It's the Good Stuff That Matters

By Cindy Yantis It was a shiny new menu sign. All the yummy drink choices with the prices lined up perfectly next to them. Dollar signs aligned vertically in almost lyrical fashion. And, then… an oops. The third item from the bottom, the Ice Blended Mocha, was missing the dollar... Continue reading

Posted Mar 8, 2012 at Thought Changer

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Ready to Leap? Create Your Best Leap Life

By Cindy Yantis “We have an inner thermostat that determines the amount of love and success we allow ourselves. When we exceed our setting, we tend to sabotage ourselves so that we can return to the old, familiar zone where we feel secure. The thermostat was set before you could... Continue reading

Posted Feb 28, 2012 at Thought Changer

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It's at your finger tips, Kelli!!

Commented Feb 21, 2012 on How "Island Time" Can Be All The Time at Thought Changer

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How "Island Time" Can Be All The Time

Gilligan: Hiya, Professor. What are you doing? The Professor: I'm making notes for a book. It's to be a chronicle of our adventures on the island. I think people will buy it, don't you? Gilligan: Sure, I'll buy one. I'm dying to find out what happens to us. ~ Gilligan's... Continue reading

Posted Feb 21, 2012 at Thought Changer

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