Find the joy in your everyday situations. You have the choice, you always did, and you will always do. Thrive.

— Ana Ortega

Have you ever been by yourself with no distractions? No radio, no TV, no internet, no mobile. Have you ever been yourself in complete and utter silence? With no expectations and nothing else to do? Silence heals.

— Ana Ortega

I do not know about you. But, I prefer a life spent making mistakes than a life making none.

— Ana Ortega

I want you to smile. I want you to truly smile today. Realize that right now you are where you need to be. And, there is no need to rush. You are on-time, you always have been, and you will always be. Please keep smiling.

— Ana Ortega

Last weekend, grandad and I sat on the porch in silence at sunset. We admired the grapes hanging on the vines. Time passed and it did not matter. That moment was precious, that moment was to be cherished. That moment was a healer. That moment was rich, comfortable and words were unneeded. We had each other sitting side by side and the luxury of a moment lived in its full presence. That is all that mattered. The best things in life are really free.

— Ana Ortega

Learn to love and you will learn to live.

— Ana Ortega

Life can be like a roller coaster with its ups and downs. What matters is whether you are keeping your eyes open or closed during the ride and who is next to you.

— Ana Ortega

Silence nurtures the soul, relaxes the body temple and gives us the strength we need in moments of uncertainty. Welcome it.

— Ana Ortega

Some say that "there is no such thing as free lunch". And, I ask, why not? The joy of giving without expecting anything in return from a particular source is simply magic.

— Ana Ortega

Technology offers great communication tools. Social media helps make connections. And, heart-to-heart conversations take place face to face and not over email, What sup, Facebook or Twitter. Don't be deceived.

— Ana Ortega