tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67567664722860124742012-02-03T03:42:04.159-05:00Considering life from a window of lightMaggie Kalashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05207824179562396854noreply@blogger.comBlogger801100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6756766472286012474.post-61753700394509425432012-02-01T13:48:00.011-05:002012-02-02T09:23:04.879-05:00

Without judgment, and with an open mind and heart, you might find some food for thought in the newly released controversial movie, THRIVE. I am including the trailer version here for you to consider, but I would really recommend passing on one of Hollywood's movies this weekend and renting the full 2-hour movie of THRIVE instead. That's what I did last weekend, and it left me with some curious

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Miss Anabelle is my sassy calico who has mastered the art of meditation.

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Now is the time to make sure that you are prepared for the Holidays in EVERY way; mind, body and spirit in complete agreement. As well as preparing food, gifts and schedules, prepare yourSELF so that the Holidays can be ALL that you want them to be. Make an agreement to be the person you want to be, and don’t let anyone or anything unsettle your highest intentions...read more by Ian Lawton

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ONECHANGEthoughtfeelinginsight actionmomentCHANGE ONE One change, changes everything.

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Some say that what holds us back as humans is that deep down inside, we all fear death. I wonder if this is true or not? If we aren't afraid of death, then perhaps it is living we fear. Being in the flesh. Maybe that is why we are so focused of the superficial part of the physical world. Perhaps it is not our eternal true essence we are so uncomfortable with, but simply the illusion of our

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Be still.Ride the breath of Life.Move into the infinite space of All That Is.You are the observer of Creation.Creation is at the core of your Being. Life is born from within you.Every answer to every question is before you.No surprises.Wash away the illusions. Look into the face of Truth.Only Love is real.It is the Joy of Being.Be still and be Love.

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Meditation does not have to take much of your time. Though the time you do give it is returned to you with restored life. In less than five minutes, you can illuminate your loving light. In true love the heart perpetually sees all that has been illumined. The light of love begins where it ends. ~Joe Pagen

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In the moments we reflect on life, without thought or self, we see truth, beauty and grace. In a blink of an eye, our troubles vanishand only peace remains. Here we bask in the kingdom of heaventhat dwells in each of our hearts.

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Relieve stress in 5 minutes The first step to move away from stress and head toward success is to just STOP!  The Breath Rescue Meditation is a perfect tool to stop stress in its tracks and to create a path of least resistance. It allows your mind to clear, your body to relax and will help you get refocused on your intended goal.  Practice this meditation if you find yourself feeling tense,

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After entering my 48th year of this life experience, my world began to change. Not because outside forces presented circumstances that would change my life. The energy of this change began several years prior. It began when I started to get clear about my life. I focused on what I desired. I noticed what I did not like as well as what I liked. I paid attention to what was missing and what was

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I turn 48 officially at 1pm today. My immediate reflection of my life is that I have done good. I could go to my maker today with a happy heart. Despite of and because of the challenges, I am the person I was meant to be... perfectly imperfect me. I love me that way. What lies ahead is unknown, but what is known gives me peace and a joyful flutter inside telling me, "It's all good, Margaret.

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Mindfulness: 37 Everyday Places Where You Can Practice Enjoying the Moment  By BILL GERLACH "Discovering the present moment changed my life. It was one of those things that in retrospect you wonder how you ever lived without it. About three years ago, I was in the throes of starting my MBA, working full-time, and being a husband and dad to my wife and (at that time) two small children. Life

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From the Golden Flower Meditation Blog by JJ Semple... Drugs & Kundalini: “Our meditations are nothing but drugs — perfect drugs, without any chemicals in them. A man who can meditate will not be able to enjoy the drug, any drug. Because, his meditation gives him so much…

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These faces we wear are only masks of what we are in truth. Only love is real. But these faces tell a different story so we believe in the lie and live out the drama. Of course, you can always choose to walk off the stage and be who you really are.

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ScienceDaily (Apr. 19, 2010) — Some of us need regular amounts of coffee or other chemical enhancers to make us cognitively sharper. A newly published study suggests perhaps a brief bit of meditation would prepare us just as well. While past research using neuro-imaging technology has shown that meditation techniques can promote significant changes in brain areas associated with

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Ever wonder whether your kids really appreciate all the things you do for them or the cool experiences you make happen in their world. Well, I've solved the mystery. They do. Really. You just have to catch them on film! Instant PROOF! Sure, they like to say they're bored, but the truth is, they have an endless supply of joy hidden under all those grumpy faces and huffs. Check out my little

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                                                                Photo by J Pagen "Dare to dream a dream, floating near a whispering stream. Blossoms bursting tears of dew, heavenly joy beckons you." ~Maggie Kalas, 2010

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Sit comfortably, relax your body, soften your eyes, breathe and enjoy!

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We are one in a multitude of fragments. When we recognize the diversity within ourselves, we become fascinated with who we are. Friendship is about unconditional love, compassion, integrity, honesty...everything we want, we already are. An incredible woman I know and love, Paula Klee Parish, wrote a wonderful little book called "The Journey to Be Your Own Best Friend." Her overall message

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Why do we fear letting go of pain, our grievances, our stolen innocence? Being vulnerable is not a weakness; it takes courage and faith to open our hearts. As we release what has crushed our spirit, we breathe life into it once again. This meditation on Jack Kornfield's The Wise Heart gives hope to humanities healing heart. May we be the catalyst to the peace that is our only truth. In loving

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Meditation, yoga, spiritual awareness, transformation, are all the rage! Well, society may see it as a trend anyway. But evolution is no trend. It is natural unfolding of consciousness. The Flowering of Consciousness, as Eckhart Tolle would say. Whatever society calls it is of little meaning. It is what it is. The following article published by the New York Times--"Seeing Yourself In Their

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Today, one of my favorite Tweeps in light posted the following poignant statement: "We live in interactive, psychological labyrinths, staged on form and process. Set it all aside, only love remains." ~Joseph Pagen It got me to thinking... Life is like a Broadway show. What character do we play today? Villon or hero? Friend or foe? Victim or healer? Husband, wife, worker, parent, child, teacher

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Daniel Brown's letter to the President was straight from the heart. It is my hope that not only will President Obama read it, but that it will be passed across this country as a sign of support for the healing of this nation. Whatever one’s political stance, you cannot deny the intrinsic desire to be unified. “We must become the change we want to see in the world.”~Mohandas GandhiKeeping the

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Meditation is catching on in Minnesota... The University of Minnesota’s Center for Spirituality & Healing focuses its meditation programs on a technique called Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, or MBSR. So simple, yet powerful. Health Talk & You: Meditation and Reducing Stress - FOX 21 Online via meditation - Google News on 9/13/09 Health Talk & You: Meditation and Reducing

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Tomorrow is Good Energy Day... This came to me just in the nick of time today so I am sharing with everyone! Hold our light tomorrow. Smile, be kind, forgive someone, let go of ornery, let you heart open, allow joy to be your good vibe. Spread your Good Energy with everyone your meet. See the shift in yourself and in others... And then when the next day comes, do it all over again! Be the light

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This is a good overview of what meditation is and isn't. Meditation is one of those things you have to do to understand its true meaning. People often reject it before ever really doing it. As the article says, you can take a class or be instructed, but you miss the whole point if you don't allow yourself to do it. Meditation is a willingness to be still, despite the busy mind within and the

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I had the pleasure of getting to know Karl Moore via the 30 Day Challenge...he is awesome. I love his straightforward approach to personal development. Here, in 3 minutes, Karl will give you food for thought for releasing anything that no longer serves you. Enjoy! Release Your Worries - Video Post via Karl Blog by noreply@blogger.com (Karl) on 8/26/09 Have you discovered the art of releasing?

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Author Dr. Robert Puff, international speaker, holistic health expert and author of "Anger Work" reveals in his new book how meditation not only reverses the negative effects of stress, but improves your overall health. See article from Reuters... New Book on Meditation Offers a Hands... - Reuters via meditation - Google News on 8/31/09 New Book on Meditation Offers a Hands-on Solution to

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Meditation is a great way to reduce stress. Here is an article of interest. Mindfulness and meditation can help r... - Examiner.comvia meditation - Google News on 8/31/09 This can come in many forms; whether it's through meditation or simply taking a few moments out of the day to do some deep breathing. ... Posted via email from magsjoy's posterous

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Today everyone is on the go. Busy people need to find easy ways to relieve stress and be in the moment. Here's an article I found that offers some good ideas...including meditation... Spirituality for busy people: 5 minut... - Examiner.com via meditation - Google News on 8/30/09 Examiner.comSpirituality for busy people: 5 minute ways to honor mind and spiritExaminer.com2) Do a brief

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Wikipedia briefly defines FRIENDSHIP as ‘a cooperative and supportive behavior between two or more people. In this sense, the term connotes a relationship which involves mutual knowledge, esteem, affection, and respect, along with a degree of rendering service in times of need or crisis.’In my 47 years, I have been fortunate enough to acquire an amazing smorgasbord of genuine friendships. Growing

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Misunderstandings are like flicking a lit match into a dampened forest. Sometimes they just smolder out and other times they catch like wildfire and before you know it, everyone and everything in its path is burnt to a crisp.Your words, your actions, and your reactions can be a blessing to bring joy or a weapon to cause harm. We are all guilty of saying something we shouldn't have said or

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"You have an inner guiding principle that is the source of your inner knowing. This is your higher, sovereign self. From this sovereign self you already have all you need and know what you need to know. This doorway should you choose to enter, will lead you back Home to yourself. The breath is that doorway." ~From Miriam Trahan, At Ease Breathing: Book One. BREATHING BREAK Take a moment to

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Yesterday, my good friend Roxanne and I sat together once again to explore a couple of the new applications we are learning in our self-study Internet business course. After setting up our Stumble account, we decided to check out the video capabilities of our new Mac Pros.So we clicked on iMovie and let it rip! I share here our first clip with some bells and whistles I added later as I walked

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I am awake! How long have I been sleeping? Amazing... There is so much to do So much to see Life is just beginningWhat a wonderful place to be.HereNow Awake Alive Healthy Wonderful MeThere are no limits There is no time Action is taking placeSo much to experienceAnd I am doing itHere NowAwakeHealthyWonderfulMeA Poem by Katrina Mayer, author of The Mustard Seed Way.Offered in light,Maggie

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Can you feel it? There is a push or perhaps a pull. An energy that is tugging at your soul. Sitting on the fence is no longer an option. Ascend or descend! Change is at hand. The secret is being revealed to us like Dorothy’s 'aha moment' in the Wizard of Oz--“There’s no place like home.”Home? Where?Home is a state of Being that brings Peace, Fulfillment and Joy. The amazing power to get there is

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The first step to move away from STRESS and head toward SUCCESS is to just STOP!  The STRESS OR SUCCESS MEDITATION is an easy and effective tool to stop stress in its tracks and to create a path of least resistance toward achieving your success. It allows your mind to clear, your body to relax and will help you get refocused on your intended goal. Practice this meditation if you find yourself

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About 9 years ago, my sister and I began experiencing a change in our lives. It was like we were moving simultaneously into a new reality. We both had always been intuitive, especially since the passing of my mother in 1985. However, now things seemed a little different. Something new was being revealed to us. Synchronicity began to happen. Like getting a "brick in the head," life began to shake

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By now you may have considered the first two things your Higher Self wishes for you: that you recognize YOU are Divine and that your Purpose in life is to experience Joy. Interestingly enough, after I am the one sharing these two important messages, the third thing your Higher Self wants is for you to “hear their guidance” directly. No middleman. Your Higher Self is in constant communication

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I have been on Twitter for the past few weeks and find it a fascinating tool for communicating with people around the world. It links folks up instantaneously; allowing you to pick and choose who and what information you want to follow. I like the freedom of it and the curiosity of what people have to say or share.I thought it would be fun to do an Angel reading for all you Tweeters.Here is what

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You are Divine.Okay, that was the first thing your Higher Self wants you to know. Yet, even with that profound realization, the human being that you express yourself as right now may still be a little unsure of what that really means. After all, in the day-to-day challenges of living the human life, Divine is not quite they way we feel.Most of us feel frustrated, unloved, depressed, stressed,

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Science has confirmed that a "Joy Center" exists in the right orbital prefrontal cortex of the brain. It has executive control over the entire emotional system. A naturally developed joy center acts as a regulator of emotions, pain tolerance and overall immune system. A healthy, mature joy center produces and releases neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, which enhance a person's sense

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As a Reiki Master, I decided to join a couple Reiki groups on the LinkedIN networking site, one of which is called Reiki Healers Worldwide. Today I noted the following question, "What is the difference between Usui Reiki and Karuna Reiki? Is one better than the other?"There were several comments offering a variety of answers--all good. I, of course, offered my two-cents as well. Just in case you

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The big question of "Who Am I" can be simply answered as "YOU ARE DIVINE."This Divine You or Higher Self or Non-Physical Self has great purpose. You are the bird choosing your direction, but you Higher Self, it is the wind beneath your wings. In general, all people have their own unique expression of the Divine Self. However, ultimately, we are One in light.There are many important things the

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Along my quest to know thyself, many teachers have come my way. By form of humans, animals, spirit guides, Angels, inspiration (my own), books, tapes, channelings, religious teachings, metaphysical sciences, quantum physics, nature, and infinite intelligence.One key question: "Who Am I?", has often been anwswered with reference to as my "Higher Self."So, what does that mean-- "Higher Self"?Here

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If today you are feeling good, healthy, have a job, a family... well, today you are having a pretty good day. For you, joy may be easy to find.For some, who suffer from health issues, job loss or loneliness, joy can easily elude them. Sometimes, it takes another person or a community to show them the way back to feeling good.My dear friend, Roe--who has been in my life since second grade--and I

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I just returned from a 4-day road trip from Phoenix to Prescott to Dewey to Grand Canyon to Sedona and back with two travelling buddies, Rox and Toni. It was a reunion of sorts since Toni moved to Dewy back in December. We had decided in advance that it would be a life-changing experience, and it was. Toni said it perfectly in her Blog at: Dove And SnakeFor me, there was a synchronistic moment

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“Make Peace with where you are.”This is one of the most important things we can do says Abraham-Hicks, a teacher of co-creating the life you desire. One of the key points she makes is that the Universe is like an ever-flowing river and everything we ever want is downstream.When you make Peace with where you are—even when you are in debt, in anger, in a bad relationship, in an unfulfilling job, in

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Here’s a little bit of trivia: the word "tapas" is derived from the word "tapar", which means "to cover." Why? Because tapas were originally small pieces of bread topped with a slice of cured ham that bartenders used to cover your glass of wine, reportedly to keep the swarms of fruit flies away.Today, the concept has evolved to include little dishes of hot, cold and marinated foods which still

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Every parent comes to a fork in the road when they must let their child go down their own path as they must continue on theirs. It is a fearful time. Not only a fear of the unknown, I believe it is much more a fear of separation or loss.In truth, life reveals that in branching out, no matter where life takes you, what remains parallel is the very thing that brought you all together in the first

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Keep it simple. That statement says it all when you consider every area of life. Opening up to simplicity is a powerful step toward expanding your personal life experience.Here are seven simple steps for living from your JOY center:1. Love (always begin with self-love)2. Appreciation (recognizing through love)3. Responsibility (acknowledging your role)4. Desire (knowing what you want)5. Focus (

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We all have a little "procrastinator" in us-- putting off those things we just don't want to do. But what about the things we DO want to get done and yet, we still find ourselves not doing them.If that sounds like you, perhaps it's time to get unstuck. Here are 10 things you can do to encourage positive growth:Deciding To Do 'It' And The Willingness To Take Action Purging/Cleansing/Releasing

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For the past few years, every week or so, I have been going to a bible fellowship with several ladies in my community. It has become a place of comfort for me, as my fellow students and teacher are also my dear friends. We gather with great intentions to open our hearts to God, to seek out personal healing and to, perhaps, marvel in a moment of peace from our all too hectic lives.Prayer may begin

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As we kick off 2009, I thought I would share an affirmation meditation written by one of my favorite spiritual well-being teachers, Orin and DaBen:Recognizing Life PurposeWith each breath in I affirm I have a life purpose.With each breath out I send my purpose out to the world, where it may manifest in my life.This continues automatically, as I breathe in and out. I now release other people's

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"If you want something to change, change something!"If change is possible, why does it seem like one of those insurmountable obstacles? We dream our dreams. We imagine the possibilities of what could be. Yet, we stay in the same place, doing the same things, and wonder why change seems so impossible.Is it fear? Is it complacency? Is it laziness? Or is it something more? What keeps us in a place

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Hey! Is anyone out there? Not a creature was stirring, not even my "mouse"! Forgive me, but it has been nearly 5 months since my last blog. I am happy to share once again...In finally getting to one of John Maxwell's books, The Difference Maker, I was surprised when I read him saying that "attitude isn't everything." Maxwell admits that there was a time in his life that he truly believed it was.

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I am sharing with you here the beginning of something wonderful that will bring you into a new state of understanding about who you are and where you are going. Not alone, but together with all of humankind. Watch the first espisode:Humanity AscendingHUMANITY ASCENDING: A New Way Through TogetherHumanity Ascending is a groundbreaking documentary series featuring author, futurist Barbara Marx

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Imagine that you blink and suddenly you are in a different place. In your perspective, time has passed and you have aged, or have at least changed somehow. Perhaps, circumstances have taken place beyond your control and life transpired without your awareness to every detail.That is where I am at. It may be that the winter months have brought me deep into the root, like a polar bear hibernating

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The Prayer of Jabez…divine wisdom or evil manipulation?Well, it seems that there is a mixed view out there of whether this book is good or laced with poison. Based on several negative reviews I found on the Internet (within hundreds of positive ones), the same sinking and fearful comments came through: they were suspicious of the author’s motives and the authenticity of the information.Apparently

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Why wait until one day a year to fully bring gratitude into your heart and mind? Why wait for just one meal to give thanks for the bounty? Why wait to gather with friends and family to share in blessings?Thanksgiving can be an approach we take everyday. No matter what your circumstances, we all have something to be thankful for. By maintaining an attitude of gratitude everyday, your life will

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The following article came to me through my subscription to Success.com. Although there are many terrific articles written by many authors, this one just jumped out at me. I really like her insights about the 12 Paths of Light, as they are practical and real choices we can all make for a better us and a better planet.12 Paths to Light by Judith PenningtonThe higher energies of light in Earth's

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Back in the summer of 2005, I was a committee chair for a community endeavor called "Consciousness in the Courtyard." A group of local residents organized a forum as a platform to express fresh ideas, inspiring thoughts and creative solutions. We held this monthly gathering in a tiny, yet charming courtyard nestled between the main street's stores and some office buildings on the back street.

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I have decided to go back to a subject I think is still important to explore more deeply. With all the talk about the Law of Attraction being “The Secret” to ultimate happiness, I have found that people are still confused, finding that there is a huge ‘gap’ in how it all really works. Although the Law of Attraction is one of several viable universal laws, meaning it is in action whether you

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The thinking mind is a precious, unique gift to us humans. It has power beyond our own comprehension. However, if unmonitored, it can also become disjointed; ramblings of thoughts tossed about in our heads. States of confusion, being overwhelmed and even repetitive fear-based thinking can easily become a pattern in an uncensored mind.Thinking is not the same as awareness. Awareness is the

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The Secret about the Law of Attraction has been out for quite a while now. Have you tapped into its power yet?You are a magnet; your thoughts, your feelings, your attitude. Put all of your energy into what your heart truly desires. If you believe, you will achieve!If you are still trying to understand how to truly apply the Law of Attraction in your life, you may want to read Ester and Jerry

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The following wise philosophy came to me from a pleasantly unexpected source...THE MAYONNAISE JAR AND TWO CUPS OF COFFEEWhen things in your lives seem almost too much to handle, when 24 hours in a day are not enough, remember the mayonnaise jar and the 2 cups of coffee.A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him. When the class began, he wordlessly picked up a

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"Light on Earth measured at the quantum level is not a summary of the amount of light and dark parts, but rather the balance of the quotient of what the few light parts are creating for the whole. For instance, a glass of water might contain eight ounces of water, but add a few molecules of flavoring, and the entire glass of water has become "flavored water." Light is like that, where the

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[It has been almost four weeks since my last Blog. Sometime since then I blacked out, and have been fumbling around in the dark looking for something light to say...]Who turned off the light?Ever since I was a wee-child, I was overly emotional. Ask anyone in my family and they would say my nickname was “the cry baby.” It seemed I always felt weepy and insecure, holding onto my mother. The

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Living an authentic life is very possible. However, how many can truly say they are? If you want to successfully achieve a state of being that is centered, joy-filled, focused, deliberate, honest, natural and wise, you first have to understand that there is more to you then just flesh and blood. The truth is just like the human body is made up of many parts, so is the unseen part of you. Each

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“An atom that is ready to rearrange itself in a particular way and give off light of a particular frequency can in fact be provoked into doing so by the arrival in its vicinity of another particle of light of the same frequency.” --Albert EinsteinWe are energy. We are light particles. We are atoms. When we give clear intent to change, we activate a signal that transmits to every single cell in

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Finding balance - at work, home and play"If gravity is the glue that holds the universe together, balance is the key that unlocks its secrets. Balance applies to our body, mind, and emotions, to all levels of our being. It reminds us that anything we do, we can overdo or underdo, and that if the pendulum of our lives or habits swings too far to one side, it will inevitably swing to the other" --

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A really good article came my way today that I want to share with you.It is written by Kenny Moore, co-author of The CEO and the Monk, who has more than 20 years experience with managing change, developing leaders and healing the corporate community. I like his style and have decided to add his Blog site to my "Achieve Your Success" links.Take a moment to read the following article at his site:

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Breaking the Chain of PainIn contemplation of the human experience, one might find that we are like hamsters stuck on the wheel of life. Everyday people all over the world practice suffering in some form—physically, mentally, emotionally, even spiritually. Some feeling damned from birth. We keep hoping for an ideal lifestyle, a better way of being, only to find ourselves back to square one--

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Another story of synchronicity.A few weeks ago I had the privilege of being at the Book Expo America at the Javits Center in New York City. As one of the largest trade shows in the book publishing business, it was a little overwhelming considering there were over 3,000 vendor booths with more than 35,000 attendees passing through over three days. As someone who has attended many types of trade

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Happy birthday to me!According to Astrodienst (one of the best and most successful astrology sites on the Internet), today the Sun returns to the position it was in when I was born. It is a day of new beginnings, and the influences I will feel today will affect my entire year. Not meaning that if something doesn't go as planned or some challenge comes my way today that my year will be a bust.

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Back in spring of 2004, I became fascinated by certain letters and books I had read that were said to be channeled. Namely books by Kryon, an entity in charge of the magnetics of the planet, among other things, who is channeled by a businessman named Lee Carroll; books by Abraham, a group of non-physical teachers of the universal laws, channeled by Ester Hicks; Orin and DaBen, teachers of the

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“If I am the creator of my own reality, then why do I have a brain tumor?”As someone who believes that we do create our own experience, this question might be asked of me by my mother and my sister, both of whom have found themselves with brain tumors. At the age of fifty, my mother’s life was taken after about ten years of debilitating seizures from an inoperable benign brain tumor. It was as

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Although I have not yet officially authored a book, I am inspired to write and publish one. This inspiration comes from almost two years of throwing myself into helping a friend and colleague publish his. Self-publishing a book was not something I thought much about doing. However, the universe did find it appropriate to connect me with the now author of Simple Happiness, Jim Ryan.A financial

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Okay, it is not so easy to consider it all joy. The following quote was recently brought to my attention by a dear friend during our weekly fellowship. It comes from the new standard edition bible, James 2:1. His letter reads, "Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its perfect result,

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