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This section of the site is dedicated to those words that inspire us so greatly! The way I am going to set this up to start with, is by pasting my little inspirational goodies here. Later I plan to categorize them into topics. I am leaving them in e-mail form just as I had originally sent them out. I hope you find tons of treasures here! I will update every free chance I get.
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Take time to celebrate. Celebrate your successes, your growth, your accomplishments. Celebrate you and who you are. For too long you have been too hard on yourself. Others have spilled their negative energy-their attitudes, beliefs, pain-on you. It had nothing to do with you! All along, you have been a gift to yourself and to the universe. You are a child of God. Beautiful, a delight, a joy. You do not have to try harder, be better, be perfect, or be anything you are not. Your beauty is in you, just as you are each moment. Celebrate that. from the book, The Language of Letting Go by Melody Beattie copyright 1990 »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« I Am That Have you ever had the experience of witnessing a beautiful sunset, or gazing into a perfectly blossomed rose, or viewing the stars on a clear night, and been awestruck by the magnificence of God's creation? Not only is nature God's creation, but it is God Itself in expression. It is easy to see God's beauty expressed in nature, but did you know that God's beauty and magnificence also express as you? All of God's qualities are present right where you are. Affirming, claiming, and owning your divine qualities set the activity of the law in motion to outpicture in your life. Therefore, while you are enjoying the beauty of nature, you can affirm, "I, too, and that beautiful, I am that magnificent." The same is true for any of God's qualities. You may enjoy the vastness of an ocean and ponder the limitless grains of sand on a beach. While you do, you can affirm, "I am that abundant!" God's limitless abundance is in the ocean and in you. While you are breathing in the peace of a calm, soothing breeze on a summer evening, you can affirm, "I am that peaceful." If you should catch a glimpse of a baby as it beams an enthusiastic smile, you may want to affirm, "I am that joyful." All of life can be a reminder to us of how beautiful, magnificent, abundant, and full of joy we are. We choose where to focus our attention. Let us develop our internal radar to seek out the beauty and abundance in life, claim it as our own, and witness the miraculous outpicturing of these qualities in our lives. AFFIRM Today I choose to see the abundance of joy, beauty, and peace all around me. As I see the abundance in nature, I affirm: I am that. As I see the joy in life, I affirm: I am that. This is who I Am. by Victoria Loveland-Coen, RScP »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« The physical world will always be a reflection. The inner world will always be a reality. - John-Roger »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« BEYOND THE HUMPS A police officer told an all-too-common story. While on patrol, she was pleased one day to see a car sporting a bumper sticker that read, "Hang up and drive." She had witnessed too many accidents caused by motorist talking on cell phones. Wanting to signal her approval to the driver, she pulled up alongside the car. When she glanced over, however, she was dismayed to see a man peering into his rear-view mirror -- while shaving! His crusade against cell phones had apparently not extended to shavers. An African proverb states, "The camel never sees its own hump, but that of its brothers is always before its eyes." And with humans, when those irritating faults of others are constantly before our eyes, we can likewise let them obscure our vision. We soon lose sight of the good and decent qualities of another, the true essence of who they are, and all we see is the "hump." Besides, we sometimes forget that, 1) even humps serve a purpose; and 2) we have our own unseen humps. So what will you look at? Will you notice only so-called humps, or will you look beyond them to love and goodness? A good question to ask yourself is, "Do I choose to be a love finder or a fault finder?" For we can't do one while we're busy doing the other. -- Steve Goodier »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« May the Light be Upon You May the Light be upon you, may It illumine every Dark corner of your mind and bring clarity and Awareness revealing the terrifying illusions you Believed hid there for eons. May the Light be upon the fearful judgments that Were created out of a false past, which set up Countless reference points to establish a false future. May the Light be upon all that remains, with past and Future gone...where can you then live but Now? And with this New understanding, fear must forever leave You for what is to fear if the past has dissolved into Now? Without fear of any kind, can anything be left but its opposite... Love? Let the Light be upon the Love that is the Truth of living Now. John McIntosh and Rev. Jo Ann "Ananda" Polito Copyright © Teach Only Love »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Your companions are like the buttons on an elevator. They will either take you up or they will take you down. »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« In detachment lies the wisdom of uncertainty. In the wisdom of uncertainty lies the freedom from our past, from the known, which is the prison of past conditioning. And in our willingness to step into the unknown, the fields of all possibilities, we surrender ourselves to the creative mind that orchestrates the dance of the universe. - Deepak Chopra »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« It's All In the Timing Often we bemoan not being at the right place at the right time. At other times, it seems like our "fairy godmother" must have been looking over our shoulder because we "magically" were, indeed, just where we needed to be to have a wonderful, wondrous experience. Are these happening truly happenstance? Is it just luck, or fate? Or do we have something to do with it? I recall one experience in my life that seemed like one of those "cosmic coincidences". It was a Sunday afternoon, and I was at home enjoying some quiet relaxation, when all of a sudden I had this urge to go to the bookstore. I had not had any intention of going out, let alone to the bookstore, but this feeling was strong. It was almost as if someone was standing inside of me saying "Go to the bookstore". So I did. When I got there, much to my amazement, a friend that I had lost touch with was there. We had a wonderful reunion and I was so glad of the "coincidence" of our both being in this store at the same time. Coincidence? I think not. Some part of me - call it Higher Self, intuition, right brain, inner self, guardian angel, gut feeling, whatever - knew that my friend was going to be at the bookstore, and it suggested (strongly) that I go there at that particular time. I think many an accident would be avoided if people learned to "go with the flow". In other words, when things are not flowing in one direction, go with it not against it. Sometimes in the morning, everything seems to be conspiring for you to be late. But who knows, are you really late? Or are you simply being guided not be at a particular spot at a time when there may be an accident happening there. Have you ever passed the scene of an accident and realized that if you had been 5 minutes earlier, that could have been you? We all have experienced situations like this. We tend to call them coincidences. Yet, our inner voice or intuition is constantly feeding us messages or guidance. The question is: are we listening? And if we are listening, do we follow through on the feeling or suggestion? We are all telepathic, intuitive beings. Whether or not we tune in to it and pay attention is another question. But we all have the capability of receiving guidance - we receive it all the time. You know, those times when you are craving that second piece of chocolate cake, and a little gentle voice inside says "one was enough". You have a choice at that moment - we always do. In our time-obsessed and success-driven society, we have learned to override the voice of our inner self and ignore it when it doesn't fit into our "5 year plan", or our plan for the moment. Yet the Universe has a better concept of what is proper timing than we do. We are simply a player or a peg in the puzzle of life. Of course we have free will, yet when we are willing to listen to the cosmic director's advice and follow its guidance, we suddenly find ourselves "at the right place at the right time". Caught in traffic? Maybe if you had been listening carefully, you would have heeded that slight feeling to take a different road today - instead of listening to your mind that said, "no, that way is the slow way, I don't have time for that". So you ended up stuck in traffic. Or better yet, rather than our acting out of role and always taking the same route, we might, upon getting in the car, ask our "Higher Self/intuition" - which road is the best for me this morning? And thus be assured that we are on the "right path". At times, we are pushing ourselves to make that 5 o'clock appointment with a friend. And we're rushing, and pushing, and feeling stressed and out of breath. All to get there "on time". So we get there! And our friend is 15 minutes "late". If we had "gone with the flow" we might have gotten there 10 minutes "late" but still would have arrived before our friend got there. That's happened to me many times - even though my inner voice was telling me, "relax, it's ok. You'll be fine. Don't get so stressed out over 5 or 10 minutes." Been there? We all have within us the power and clarity to always be at the right place at the right time. It takes tuning in, asking the right question, or simply paying attention to feelings or hunches. Being psychic is not so extraordinary. We are all psychic. We are all part of the great interconnectedness of Mind. We all have access to the storage of data and information about the present and yes, even about the "future". But what channel are we tuning in to? The fear channel? Or the intuition channel? Thank God it never closes and it's always right on time! by Marie T. Russell |
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The Gift of Acceptance You may not believe this, but you are a miracle. "Seeing, hearing, feeling, are miracles, and each part and tag of me is a miracle." -- Walt Whitman All is perfect. "Everything is perfect in the universe even your desire to improve it." -- Wayne Dyer All is divine -- including you. "Accept the place the divine providence has found for you." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson Befriend yourself. "Accept everything about yourself -- I mean everything. You are you and that is the beginning and the end - no apologies, no regrets." -- Clark Moustakas Be willing to own the reality of your life. ". 'accepting' does not necessarily mean 'liking,' 'enjoying,' or 'condoning.' I can accept [the reality of] what is -- and be determined to evolve from there. It is not acceptance but denial that leaves me stuck." -- Nathaniel Branden Let go of resistance. " Resistance causes pain and lethargy. It is when we practice acceptance that new possibilities appear." -- Unknown Source Open to happiness. "Happiness . can exist only in acceptance." -- Denis De Rougamont You are perfect as you are. and you know you can be more. " To be what we are, and to become what we are capable of becoming, is the only end of life." -- Robert Louis Stevenson Accept a bigger picture for yourself. " The world would have you agree with its dismal dream of limitation. But the light would have you soar like the eagle of your sacred visions." -- Alan Cohen Celebrate yourself! " The finest thing in the world is knowing how to belong to oneself." -- Michel de Montaigne Accept yourself and others as they are. All is perfect as it is »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« One Spirit © Eva Bell Werber, 1936 One Spirit. Think it! Breathe it! Live in it! Absorb it! Know it above all else - for beyond it there is no thing. You are One Spirit, one with that Allness, beyond which there is only that Allness. Therefore, My child, need you ask to receive what is already yours? All the force of Creative Power lies in the One. As this Consciousness fills your whole being, the physical body becomes to you as nothing; it is only the instrument with which you carry on upon the plane of physical manifestation. To the degree that you are conscious of this oneness, shall the physical take on the Spirit which inhabits it. My Beloved, learn as never before, to dwell in this consciousness; then shall you declare for yourself and for those you love the truth of Being, and there shall come forth out of the Universe of Pure Spirit, the physical manifestation for all your needs, and for the needs which you see with a clear eye for others. Be still, great power shall flow through you, the Power of which you are an integral part. It shall flow through and around and out from you, and all you touch or contemplate, shall in time be made manifest. In Spirit there is no time, but in the physical, time must needs play a part. Therefore the time element enters into the work of manifestation. When the faith is strong, and the knowing is complete - that for the Allness, time is not - the soul moves on wings of victory singing songs of praise and thanksgiving, ere those about you see the manifestations which the soul knows have already taken place. »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« "When pure sincerity forms within, it is outwardly realized in other people's hearts" -- Lao Tzu »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Ultimately it is always our self-importance that throws us out of alignment with our spiritual intention. Self-importance is our greatest limitation. If you are asked to empty bedpans, and your self-importance tells you that you are destined for something far more glamorous than that, you are limiting your opportunities for spiritual expression. The good news is that even if you let your self-importance throw you out of alignment, you cannot be thrown out forever. You will come back into harmony and even grow from the experience of having been out. - John-Roger »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« THE GREATEST RESOURCE Many are searching; many more are on a quest, Visiting country after country with the same request. Looking for answers to the most asked question, How to find God and enlightenment is their petition. Others have turned to drugs to induce a certain state, Believing that God will be unveiled as they wait. While some join strange cults and religious sects, Thinking their leader to be the best messiah yet. In reality there is one place that God can be, And it is the same place for you and for me. Listen to the quiet voice you hear deep within, Then you'll find it's at last time to begin. For all the many answers that you seek, Will be answered by God as you speak. Enlightenment will come straight from source, For God himself is the greatest living resource. -- Catherine Seiler 04.04.00 »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Moving On Dwell not on the past. Use it to illustrate a point, then leave it behind. Nothing really matters except what you do now in this instant of time. From this moment onwards you can be an entirely different person, filled with love and understanding, ready with an outstretched hand, uplifted and positive in every thought and deed. -- Eileen Caddy »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« "Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend." --Melody Beattie »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« PSYCHOMETRY - GETTING STARTED by Alex Palermo This is an easy way to develop your psychic gifts. Just remember that all objects carry frequencies. Hold an object that belongs to another person. It is best if you do not know who the person is. Some people prefer metal objects--such as keys or jewelry--as metal carries a strong frequency. All objects will carry an energy frequency connected to the person they are most in contact with. Now hold that object and close your eyes. You should get mental images or thoughts about the person belonging to that object. Don't strain. Relax and let the images flow through your mind. You might want to stop and write them down. You might feel emotions from the object--like love, anger, etc. You might getting a feeling, like -- "I am overworked and really need a vacation". Whatever you get--write it down. The check to see if you are right. READING AN OBJECT: You should begin with someone unfamiliar. This person can act as an observer and also supply the article to be read. Choose an object of personal value to your subject: a ring, a watch, bracelet, wallet or small article of clothing. This object must be something the subject wears or uses often - every day if possible - and the person must have worn it recently. It should not have been worn recently by anyone else. Take the object and place it in either hand (you will soon choose one hand over the other, this will be the hand that receives the most "vibes". (Once you choose a hand you need to stick with the choice) Take the object in your hand and let it lie there while you become very relaxed, allowing mental images to float before your eyes. After a few moments, begin to verbalize those images. Have the subject start to snap his/her fingers. This sets up a rhythm, much like a metronome, and causes you to zero in on the object and produce quick, spontaneous information. Either the reader or observer can write down the information coming through, but it is helpful to have a third person do it. The person you choose should write down your first impressions and sensations and one word clues, as well as any "pictures" you see. Have the subject validate the results. Some people are more relaxed and trusting and so they get lots of messages immediately. Some people are afraid they will say or do it incorrectly so they get nothing. They block out the messages. Remind yourself this is new to you ....and James Randi wont be outside waiting to test you! You can see Alex's web site at: www.Tremont-tearoom.com |
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Every now and again take a good look at something not made with hands - a mountain, a star, the turn of a stream. There will come to you wisdom and patience and solace and, above all, the assurance that you are not alone in the world. - Sidney Lovett »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Have courage for the great sorrows of life and patience for the small ones. And when you have laboriously accomplished your daily task, go to sleep in peace. God is awake. - Victor Hugo »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« No matter what confronts you inwardly or outwardly, look for the most loving choices and direct your expression into actions that reflect those choices. - John Morton »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« New feelings may seem uncomfortable at first. I may be used to feeling afraid and anxious, or depressed and alone. In my new life, I may begin to feel joy or happiness, or peace and calm. These new feelings are signs that I'm changing and learning how to accept my new way of thinking. Feeling peaceful means I'm healing from all the crises in my past. If I confuse feeling peaceful with feeling bored, I need to remind myself that the absence of fear or crisis takes awhile to get used to. I am glad to welcome my new feelings and emotions; they are one way to know how well I'm doing. from the book, Time to Break Free by Judith R. Smith copyright 1999 »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Image or Essence Ernest Holmes wrote: "Everyone who has ever lived has left behind a mental picture of himself. These pictures are often seen when one is in a subjective state. This does not mean that we really see the person; what we see, generally, is the picture." In everyday life, we look at each other and do not see the person, but a picture of the person. We wish to look at each other and see the truth of that person's being. The greeting namaste means: T he God in me salutes the God in you. We wish to look deeply into each other's eyes and say, "I see who you are, and I understand, and I love who you are." And each of us in turn wishes to be deeply known and loved for our essential self. Instead we look and see a picture of a person. That picture is made up of the myriad of beliefs, cultural attitudes, and past experiences that I bring to our encounter. I see you through my reactions to the clothes you are wearing or to the feelings invoked in me because your face, your walk, or your way of speaking reminds me of someone in my past. I do not come to you with a willingness to see afresh, with new eyes for this particular moment. And you project to me the picture of how you would like to be or how you have been conditioned to see yourself, or you come covered in some disguise that has allowed you to protect yourself in the past. With courage, it can be different. We can grow in our ability to pay attention, in our willingness to listen without judgment, in the courage to allow ourselves to be seen. We can grow in faith. AFFIRM There is at the core of every human being the pure essence of Spirit. Today I act from this core, allowing myself to be seen. I see everyone with the eyes of Spirit and greet the God in you. by Lois M. Davies, RScP »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« WHERE CHANGE BEGINS An old mystic said this about himself: "I was a revolutionary when I was young, and my prayer to God was, 'Lord, give me the strength to change the world.' As I approached middle age and realized that my life was halfway gone without changing a single soul, I changed my prayer to, 'Lord, give me the grace to change all those who come into contact with me, especially my family and friends, and I shall be satisfied.' Now that I am an old man, and my days are numbered, I have begun to see how foolish I have been. Now my one prayer is this, 'Lord, give me the grace to change myself.' If I had prayed that right from the start, I would not have wasted my life." We can waste years trying to change other people. But we can only really change one person -- ourselves. In the end, that is probably enough. -- Steve Goodier »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« SOMEONE IN NEED I was walking down a dimly lit street late one evening when I heard muffled screams coming from behind a clump of bushes. Alarmed, I slowed down to listen and panicked when I realized that what I was hearing were the unmistakable sounds of a struggle: heavy grunting, frantic scuffling and tearing of fabric. Only yards from where stood, a woman was being attacked. Should I get involved? I was frightened for my own safety and cursed myself for having suddenly decided to take a new route home that night. What if I became another statistic? Shouldn't I just run to the nearest phone and call the police? Although it seemed an eternity, the deliberations in my head had taken only seconds, but already the cries were growing weaker. I knew I had to act fast. How could I walk away from this? No, I finally resolved, I could not turn my back on the fate of this unknown woman, even if it meant risking my own life. I am not a brave man, nor am I athletic. I don't know where I found the moral courage and physical strength - but once I had finally resolved to help the girl, I became strangely transformed. I ran behind the bushes and pulled the assailant off the woman. Grappling, we fell to the ground, where we wrestled for a few minutes until the attacker jumped up and escaped. Panting hard, I scrambled upright and approached the girl, who was crouched behind a tree, sobbing. In the darkness, I could barely see her outline, but I could certainly sense her trembling shock. Not wanting to frighten her further, I at first spoke to her from a distance. "It's OK," I said soothingly. "The man ran away. You're safe now." There was a long pause and then I heard the words, uttered in wonder, in amazement. "Dad, is that you?" And then, from behind the tree, stepped my youngest daughter, Katherine. -- Author Unknown »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« The Silent Prayer The Silent Prayer is an acknowledgement of All That Is. In this prayer, I know that every prayer I have ever voiced is heard by Spirit, and that Spirit has given unto me all that I have asked for. It is an acknowledgement that my soul is complete in the love and grace of God. It is an acknowledgement of my total state of perfection and Is-ness. All that I desire, all that I wish to co create, is already within my reality. I call this the Silent Prayer because I know that my Being is already fulfilled. There is no need to ask for anything of Spirit, because it has already been given. ___ In my heart, I accept my perfect Being. I accept that the joy that I have intended is already in my life. I accept that love I have prayed for is already within me. I accept that the peace I have asked for is already my reality. I accept that the abundance I have sought already fills my life. In my truth, I accept my perfect Being. I take responsibility for my own creations, And all things that are within my life. I acknowledge the power of Spirit that is within me, And know that all things are as they should be. In my wisdom, I accept my perfect Being. My lessons have been carefully chosen by my Self, And now I walk through them in full experience. My path takes me on a sacred journey with divine purpose. My experiences become part of All That Is. In my knowingness, I accept my perfect Being. In this moment, I sit in my golden chair And know that I Am an angel of light. I look upon the golden tray - the gift of Spirit - And know that all of my desires already have been fulfilled. In love for my Self, I accept my perfect Being. I cast no judgment or burdens upon my Self. I accept that everything in my past was given in love. I accept that everything in this moment comes from love. I accept that everything in my future will result in greater love. In my Being, I accept my perfection. And so it is. Thank you for sharing this Sue! :) |
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"The only thing that is a little different about people who will stand up and fight for human rights is that for them submission is not an option." -- Hina Jilani, woman lawyer and activist for women's right, Pakistan Amnesty Now, magazine of Amnesty »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Way Showers So many today are asking; "What is my Life Purpose?' And for many who ask, it means; "How can I serve God?"... Whatever you may chose to call It. Those who ask such a question are what could be referred To as Way Showers, those who have an understanding, For them at least, of why we are here and where we are headed. The answer lies in the Moment. No great plans can be laid as in the material sense, for this Is a path of flow, constant change of direction, and Flexibility. It truly is a matter of complete trust, surrender and release... Letting go and letting God. In this way we show the Way by Being the Way! John McIntosh and Rev. Jo Ann "Ananda" Polito Copyright © Teach Only Love »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« When a man moves away from nature, his heart becomes hard. -- Native American Proverb »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Whatever your state-of-mind in this moment, know that the presence and power of God is just a thought away! As you turn in your mind now to God, and gently release your cares and concerns, know that your prayers are heard and answered as needed. We sometimes think that creation is finished, but in truth, we, through our thoughts and actions, in partnership with God, are constantly creating and re-creating our world and everything in it, moment by moment. In any and all moments, we can turn our thoughts to God and be renewed and strengthened. Let us pray together............ For guidance: This is a day that God is making. I am guided in all I think, say, and do! For healing: This is a day that God is making. I am filled with healing life and love! For prosperity: This is a day that God is making. I am prospered and abundant in every way! For Love: This is a day that God is making. I am surrounded by divine love. For world peace: This is a world that God is making. It is blessed with peace and harmony in every land! Miraclemaker http://www.purelove.net »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« CALL ME CRAZY Bangkok television used to air the American situational comedy "LaVerne and Shirley." For whatever reason, officials there believed that a disclaimer was necessary for the Thailand audience, so this subtitle was added to each episode: "The two women depicted in the following episode are from an insane asylum." Personally, I'm thankful there is a little craziness in the world! And I don't mind not acting like everybody else. Like the irrepressible Leo Buscaglia once said: "I don't mind if people think I'm crazy. In fact, I think it's great! It gives me tremendous latitude for behavior." It may seem like craziness to most people, but I try to be JOYFUL whenever possible. I believe that a joyful response is, more than anything, a habit, just as fear and worry are life-long habits. And maybe I can't be happy or rejoice FOR all things, but more and more, I'd like to learn to rejoice IN all things. Like pleasure. There are too few opportunities for hearty laughter, so none should be passed up! I don't want to take the good that happens for granted. And, if possible, I want to feel genuine happiness about those ordinary things and events which make up most of our days. The happier I am with everyday duties and responsibilities, the more grateful I am just to be alive. But finally, I want to learn to be happy even in those difficult and trying times. I won't be happy FOR them (who likes problems?), just IN them. I need the soothing medicine of laughter when it hurts. I also know that at the other end of my problem is a lesson -- I'll emerge wiser, or maybe stronger, or perhaps a better person in any number of ways for having faced it successfully. So call me crazy, but I want to learn to rejoice in all things. And I am just crazy enough to think it's possible! -- Steve Goodier »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Extending love to you heals me. Too often we hold back, waiting for someone else to give to us before we respond. Simply reacting to life grows tiresome, however. To risk acting first offers you real freedom. Until we try it, we can't imagine how empowering it is. All of us think we are in a state of need. We think we need more money, more possessions, more beauty, or more friends. If we only had enough, our problems would dissolve. The paradox is that whatever we think we lack is supplied when we give, and so get, more love. We can heal the lack we feel in only one way: by extending ourselves lovingly, to others. We may hesitate to extend ourselves because we fear we're unworthy of others. What could we possibly have that they'd want? It's time for suspending our fears and disbelief. It's time for daring to love. I yearn to be healed. On any day my soul aches, I can soothe it by offering love. Today I'll find an opportunity. from the book, Daily Meditations for Practicing the Course by Karen Casey copyright 1995 »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« "The Answer" When for a purpose I had prayed and prayed Until my words seemed worn and bare With arduous use, And I had knocked and asked and knocked And asked again, And all my fervor and persistence brought no hope, I paused to give my weary brain a rest And ceased my anxious human cry. In that still moment, After self had tried and failed, There came a glorious vision of God's power, And, lo, my prayer was answered in that hour. -- Lowell Fillmore »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« BENEFITS OF CONFESSING By Lloyd J. Thomas, Ph.D. The act of confessing has been occurring for centuries in at least two disparate contexts: religious and legal. In the religious sense, confession has at least two meanings: the confession of ones beliefs on one hand, and the confession of one's "sins," or misdeeds on the other. These two uses of confession remain a significant part of many religious traditions. The legal context of confessing is the admission to some criminal act. The use of confession to convict someone of criminal behavior, usually followed by some form of punishment, has also been used for hundred's of years. Perhaps the regular punishment of people who confess their crimes has frightened us all out of confessing anything. Are there any personal benefits we might derive from confessing? What psychological benefit is there to confession regardless of the subsequent consequences. Confessing is actually the acknowledgement of who we are, what we believe or what we have done. As such, confessions usually lead to either personal validation, punishment or forgiveness. We cannot verbalize something unless we are aware of it. In order to confess, we need to have a certain amount of self-awareness. We can't honestly confess to something of which we have no knowledge. Confession in this sense, means expressing an awareness of one's self. And increased self-awareness is always very useful. Self-knowledge has been touted as a virtue for centuries. If you know you want to confess or self-disclose on a regular basis, then you become much more sensitive to who you are, how you behave, what habits you have, and what attitudes, opinions, beliefs, thoughts, feelings and desires you have. It is with this awareness of yourself that you become more aware of who you really are. It is only out of this increased awareness that you can genuinely disclose to others aspects of yourself. Anticipation of regular confession increases sensitivity and awareness to yourself and your relationship others. No matter how much people care about you, they can never know what you want or need unless you tell them. When you vocalizes your desires to a caring friend, the individual becomes able to offer you what you want. Silence makes it impossible for someone who loves you to accurately know you and your inner experience. Confessing to another, honors their desire to care specifically about you and your welfare. Additionally, confessing opens you up (makes you vulnerable) to receiving whatever is offered in response. If you confess you are in need of caring or support, then the very act of confession makes you more receptive to that caring. If we are not openly verbalizing what we need, no one will ever know about, or address our needs, and we become empty. If our psychological gate is closed, then no matter what others may offer, we cannot receive and we remain empty. Emptiness is not a very pleasant or healthy state in which to live. Confession serves as a gate to let ourselves out, and let in whatever we need. Confession also strengthens a person's sense of empowerment. You feel less helpless, less hopeless, less negative about yourself. This is true depending on whether or not your confession is followed by self-punishment and recrimination, or by self-forgiveness and acceptance. If you are your own worst critic or "punisher," then to become aware of your shortcomings or mistakes and confess them merely invites your harsh internal critic to have a field day with your open psyche. When confession is followed by positive acceptance, help, support and love from others or yourself, then confession develops a great rush of self-esteem, satisfaction, and a sense of personal power. We all need to feel known, loved, accepted, and appreciated. If we confess all those characteristics that we believe are shameful, unlovable, unacceptable and unappreciated, and follow such confession by receipt of forgiveness and love, it is no wonder our sense of satisfaction and esteem is enhanced. Whether you begin your confession with "Hello, my name is Bill and I am an alcoholic" or "Father, forgive me for I have sinned," or "Kate, my dear friend, I need to talk to I about something horrible I've done" or "Here I am Lord, do with me what you want," or "Alright, I did it, "no matter how you start, the act of sharing out loud your struggles, your behaviors, your fears, your problems or joys, the benefits of confessing who we are to another human being can be freeing, strengthening and releasing. -- Lloyd J. Thomas, Ph.D. |
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For the things we have to learn before we can do them, we learn by doing them. -- Aristotle »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Each Life Affects Another We may not always realize That every thing we do, Affects not only our lives But touches others, too! For a little bit of thoughtfulness That shows someone you care, Creates a ray of sunshine For both of you to share. Yes, every time you offer Someone a helping hand ... Every time you show a friend You care and understand ... Every time you have A kind and gentle word to give ... You help someone find beauty In this precious life we live. For happiness brings happiness And loving ways bring love; And Giving is the treasure That contentment is made of. -- Amanda Bradley »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Class is an aura of confidence that is being sure without being cocky. Class has nothing to do with money. Class never runs scared. It is self-discipline and self-knowledge. It's the sure footedness that comes with having proved you can meet life. - Ann Landers »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« Self-empowerment - that's learning to respect other people's music, but dance to your own tune as you master harmony within yourself. - Self Empowerment, Doc Childre »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« It's All in the Tone "It's hardly ever what you say. It's more the way in which you say it. It's not really the words that you use... It's the tone you use to convey it. 'Come here!' he sharply said. So, the child recoiled and wept. 'Come here,' I softly said instead. He looked at my smile... And to my lap he eagerly crept. Your words may be ever so mild and fair, but the tone may pierce like a dart. Yes, your words may be sweet as the summer air, but with your tone you may break my heart. Whether you may know it or not; Whether you mean to or whether you even care... Kindness, arrogance, love and hate, caring, disdain and anger are lurking there. Oh, so many quarrels would you avoid, and, instead, in happy relations rejoice... if you kept anger not only out of your words, but also out of your voice!" by Virginia Santoro Copyright 2000 http://members.aol.com/DiaLuce/BeautifulBeginnings.html »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« "Kindness can become its own motive. We are made kind by being kind." -- Eric Hoffer »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« "There is a very little difference between people; it is called attitude; and it makes a really big difference. The big difference is whether it's positive or negative." -- W. Clement Stone »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« "It's astonishing in this world how things don't turn out at all the way you expect them to!" -- Agatha Christie Probably every day of our lives, a plan goes awry. Often we have counted heavily on a particular outcome. We generally assume we have all things under control and know exactly what's best for us, and everyone else as well. But such is not the case. There is a bigger picture than the one we see. The outcome of that picture is out of our hands. Our vision is limited, and again divinely so. However, we are able to see all that we need to see, today. And more important, if we can trust our inner guidance regarding the events of today, we'll begin to see how each day fills in a shade more of the bigger picture of our lives. In retrospect we can see how all events have contributed, in important ways, to the people we are becoming. Where today's events are leading we can't know, for certain, but we can trust the divine plan. I will anticipate with faith what lies ahead today. All experiences carry me forward to fulfill my goal in life. I will be alert for the nudge. from the book, Each Day a New Beginning by Karen Casey copyright 1982, 1991 »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« What Kind of Life are You Designing? What cloak do you currently wear that identifies your Life? Is it pleasing to you or are there tears, stains and worn spots? The pattern from which the cloak was sewed/sowed, came >From your drafting table. The wear and tear on it since Was of your choosing also. It is the life you have designed from the errors in the teaching Of your fore-bearers combined with errors you have Added since. But you may chose again the life you would live and Re-design it to fit your current understanding... It is that simple, just make a different choice... Then persist in that New Choice and you will wear a new life. John McIntosh and Rev. Jo Ann "Ananda" Polito Copyright © Teach Only Love »§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§«:*´`³¤³´`*:»«:*´`³¤³´`*:»§« *Energizing Your Number One Desire* Morning Exercise 1. Each morning take a few minutes just for YOU 2. As you sit in the stillness of the morning sun take a deep breath in Breathe in the newness of the day 3. Bring your number one desire into your awareness by gently focusing on it as you say it out loud to yourself 4. Imagine your desire already manifested in your life see your desire manifested, and really feel it already here 5. Embrace the *feeling* you have as your number one desire is already manifested 6. Allow an image to come to you that captures this feeling 7. Breathe into this feeling and image 8. Gently say out loud to yourself "And so it is" As you bring yourself back into the present moment, know that you can return to this feeling whenever you wish. In the middle of your day, when your stress level is building re-visit this image, this feeling. I guarantee you, your stress level will drop immediately and you will be bathed in the wonderful feeling of your desire already manifested. This is known as "Visualizing Success in Advance" This is the secret to manifesting. When we focus on what it is we really want rather than focusing on what it is we don't want (the conflicts in our lives) we have learned the powerful secret to true manifestation. When I work with clients during a personal session, I smile each time I hear them say: "Susan, it's so simple, yet so profound. How come it took me so long to get it?" Remember, you are on a journey and it is the journey that is the reward. It's never too late. ~~ I would like to end with wonderful words of inspiration from one of my favorite writers, Henry David Thoreau. ~~ "I learned this, at least by my experiment: that if you advance confidently in the direction of your dreams, and endeavor to live the life which you have imagined, you will meet with a success unexpected in common hours. You will put some things behind, you will pass an invisible boundary; new, universal and more liberal laws will begin to establish themselves around and within you; or the old laws will be expanded, and interpreted in your favor in a more liberal sense, and you will live with the license of a higher order of beings. In proportion as you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will appear less complex, and solitude will not be solitude, nor poverty poverty, nor weakness weakness. If you have built castles in the air, your work need not be lost, that is what they should be. Now put foundations under them." - Henry David Thoreau Susan M. Castle President of Mind, Body and Soul International and www.relax-online.com copyright 2000 |
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