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- The Baby Whisperer Vol 7:Baby Whispering: What’s it all about? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanOkay, so you have heard about Cesar Milan, the dog whisperer and I am sure you have heard about the movie, “The Horse Whisperer,” starring Robert Redford…but do you know what a “baby whisperer” is? We have seen children whispering amongst themselves as if they were sharing the deepest secret. ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - Keeping Calm in the Storm - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2013 from Joan Marie WhelanThere are events in our lives that can quickly become chaotic and even catastrophic if we do not put our emotions and actions into check. As an example, imagine if firefighters arrived at a major apartment fire and instead of putting out the fire, began running around with their hands in the air ...
Views: 1585(1 vote) - Once Upon a Dream - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanImagine running a relay race. The odds are stacked against you but you are fit – mind, body and spirit. Just before the race, your heart is pumping and you are so focused on the goal that you are not going to let anyone or anything deter you. Some of your competition might even be faster than ...
Views: 1585 - Honing in on Your Listening Skills through Meditation - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanEmotions running rampant and can’t quite get a grasp on which direction to take in life? Ready to magnify your inner voice? Try this on for size – mind-body medicine! Unlike conventional medicine, mind-body techniques like meditation can add powerful substance to healing our emotions and to ...
Views: 1584 - You can't take it with you - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanYou can’t take it with you Recently, a friend of mine attended a funeral of a not-so-distant and humble relative. Like most funerals, the occasion was somber. An older but kindly preacher who personally knew the deceased presided over the reading of the eulogy. As he spoke with a long, ...
Views: 1582(4 votes) - Don't Allow Obstacles to Stop You - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanWhen you stay in faith, you soon begin to see that God is mapping out all the details of your life. Don’t let a bad break or a disappointment become an obstacle in your life and set you on a downward spiral. When you believe in the power of God and trust unconditionally, He will absolutely ...
Views: 1580 - Forgiving Self First - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanDo you know that love conquers all? Stamera, your Golden Light Angel of Forgiveness, wants you to feel the healing power of love. She asks you to forgive those who have ever hurt you. She wants you to send feelings of love as she is with you. Believe it or not, she is helping you to understand ...
Views: 1580 - How an Intuitive Coach helps read between the Tea Leaves - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanWouldn’t it be nice if we could all see into our own futures? Wouldn’t it be even nicer if we had someone cheering us on along the sidelines telling us what direction to take and how to take it? Well, in a way, that is what professional intuitive coaches do for their clients. A reputable ...
Views: 1580(1 vote) - We are often Bold in the Secret Desires of our Thoughts - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanWe are often bold in the secret desires of our thoughts and mind when we talk to ourselves about what we want to manifest for our lives but we are shy in making our secret desires know to our Infinite Intelligence. Possibly you are not believing that you can handle it or deserve it or even ...
Views: 1572 - Are you a Torch of Strength? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Joan Marie Whelan…Or an ember of weakness? How you carry yourself determines the type of energy you emit and receive. If you think like a winner, you begin to feel and speak like one. The more you assume the role and speak like a champion, the quicker and more successful your goals are achieved. 2010 brings ...
Views: 1562(1 vote) - Open Your Mind to Discover Your Soul Power - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanTommy James and the Chandelles had a fairly good perception of how to tap into your intuitive powers to create the life you want to lead. In their song, Crystal Blue Persuasion, they sing, “…don’t you give up now, so easy to find; just look to your soul, open your mind – Crystal blue ...
Views: 1553 - Trust in Self - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanDid you ever hear about the story of the Little Engine that could? Angel Uzziel knows all too well how trusting self and believing in self to succeed is part of what helped a little caboose pull a train over the hill. If you repeat I think I can enough, you begin to believe it to be true. The ...
Views: 1552 - Finding Happiness in Nature - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanFinding Happiness in Nature When I was young, a childhood friend told me that if I held a buttercup beneath my chin, and my chin glowed yellow, it meant that I liked butter. Now, I tried the buttercup experiment, and sure enough, my chin glowed yellow. It was such a silly little amusement, ...
Views: 1548 - Do You Think You are Living at a Disadvantage - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2017 from Joan Marie WhelanIf you believe you are disadvantaged in your life and that is why you can’t get ahead, that is exactly how your life will play out. It is impossible for you to have all the advantages that life has to offer if you don’t believe it is possible for you and that it belongs to you too! If you ...
Views: 1533 - God Can You Hear Me? - by Submitted on May 31, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanSome of us have had this conversation with God wondering if He/She is listening. Maybe you call on your Creator because you simply want to express your thankfulness and gratitude for the blessings in your lives; but more often than not, you find yourself in some sort of predicament or difficulty ...
Views: 1533 - The Fundamentals of Using your Intuition - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanDutchman, Sven Kramer was on his way to a gold medal and an Olympic record in the 10,000 meter race when his coach directed him to change lanes because in his mind he thought he was in the wrong lane. The coach erred—Sven was actually in the right place at the right time and he knew it; but he ...
Views: 1527(2 votes) - The invisible gifts from your Creator-Faith and Hope - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanFaith and Hope are gifts that we do not feel or touch but are rather invisible gifts that need to be practiced if we want them to increase in their power and strength for us. I frequently share my words of wisdom and my positive thoughts with others but I can see and sense that I am often ...
Views: 1513 - Do You Like to Hold Grudges - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2018 from Joan Marie WhelanWhen someone does us wrong, we want to get even and let the world know about the evil side of that person. While you may be right in feeling upset or hurt about the bad behavior of others, I believe our Heavenly Father would prefer for us to swallow our pride and turn the other cheek. Be the ...
Views: 1507 - Harnessing the Power of Visualization to Fulfill Your Destiny - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanWhat is it about imagination that makes the most simple of things a beautiful vision? One can only assume that some of history’s greatest artists like daVinci must've been filled with an incredible imagination to be able to conceive and complete some of the world’s finest pieces of art. The ...
Views: 1504 - Tough Times Call for Strategic (Mind) Measures - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanWhen the going gets tough, whom can you trust? We’re not always able to trust external sources like the government, banking institutions, and other outside entities. We can, however always rely on our inner intuitive voice and wisdom, which can provide us with the guidance and light to lead ...
Views: 1501 - Becoming as strong as the Rock - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanI often think of the Rock of Gibraltar as its history is as rich as the saying that often accompanies its beauty: “to be as strong as the Rock of Gibraltar”. When you have grown to become strong enough to overcome situations without fear of failure, you become a symbol of strength and courage to ...
Views: 1479 - Heal yourself through Forgiveness - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanHave you been stuck in a dead-end job or relationship and cannot seem to move forward in your professional or personal life? Nine times out of ten, you are holding onto old emotional wounds that are preventing you from making wise decisions about your life and the direction you need to take to ...
Views: 1478(3 votes) - Sometimes We Think the Odds are Against Us - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2017 from Joan Marie WhelanSometimes we think that the odds are against us; however, in truth, the glorious flow of the Infinite Intelligence is working with you, for you and through. The problem is that we don’t believe it is possible and we think that the odds are against us because we don’t feel smart enough, valuable ...
Views: 1471 - The Philosophical Bartender - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanPull up a stool and grab a cup of sunshine, while I tell you the story about a philosophical bartender; who changed lives through his simple yet profound words of wisdom. “In every life there will fall some rain,” Jerry would say, “the rain only comes to wash away the tears from our eyes so ...
Views: 1468 - I just cannot think - what can I do? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanHave you ever been in a place or time when you just could not concentrate? We have all experienced this at one time or another. Angel Jophiel, the angel of clear thinking, can help bring wisdom and understanding to you so that you can become creative in all areas of your life. When you ask for ...
Views: 1466 - Plug Your Mind into a Positive Channel - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanAngel Metatron reminds you to use your mind for positive and healthy thoughts and deeds. If you do not have something nice to say, don't say anything at all. Just smile. A little science lesson… How befitting to have an Angel named Metatron - "Meta" being representative and "tron", which ...
Views: 1466(1 vote) - How Prepared are You? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanThe Scouts got it right a long time ago when they enlisted the motto, “Be Prepared.” By being prepared, your body, mind and spirit are always in a perpetual state of readiness. Now that does not mean that you need to be so worked up and anxious worrying about something horrific waiting at every ...
Views: 1464(1 vote) - Are you holding back because you feel vulnerable - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2017 from Joan Marie WhelanAre you holding back because you feel vulnerable to revealing your true self? Each one of us is dealing with something and I believe that is why we tend to hold back our honesty and instead put on a mask to hid our true identity. I feel confident that we are all trying to bring out our ...
Views: 1461 - The Baby Whisperer Vol 1: Infant Whispering Learning the Heart and Soul Connection to form Stronger Bonds - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanAlmost a century ago, children were to be seen and not heard. In this day and age, to rear empathetic adults into honest, respectable, upstanding citizens, who communicate effectively and create success in their daily lives, there cannot be a more critical decision than to make certain that both ...
Views: 1461 - When Darkness Falls - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanWhen you were little, were you afraid of the dark? It is okay to admit you were. Many of us have had fears about something we could not see, or we imagined to be real. Hallows Eve brings back memories of witches brew, candied apples, ghosts and ghouls, and everything in between. But for some of ...
Views: 1450(1 vote) - Heal Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanMost people are unaware of a very important and harmful truth, that is, when you listen to and watch violent and negative energy shows or movies, you are emotionally affected in a harmful way. Do you realize that you have the power to choose what goes into your mind 24/7? Maybe you are a ...
Views: 1449 - Life Just Isn't Fair - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanIn many Charlie Brown cartoons, Lucy holds the football and tells Charlie, “This time you can trust me.” Each time, poor little Charlie falls for her trick and she pulls the football away. Sometimes, life just is not fair. But the truth of the matter is that even when kids do some silly things, ...
Views: 1445 - Miracles Everywhere - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanAngel Cerviel encourages you to be the best and the bravest in everything you do. When you become afraid and worried that you will not be able to do something well, reach out to Cerviel to give you great courage and strength. She believes in you even when you do not; and she is always there as ...
Views: 1444 - The Baby Whisperer Vol 3: Your Children and You: Keys to Strengthen Core Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanMost conscientious partners want the best for their newborn child, adopted child and even their “furry” four-legged kids. How you choose to set up the emotional environment for bringing baby into the world is not only one of the dynamics to the structure of your child’s emotional awareness, but ...
Views: 1442 - Can You Experiience 7 Hours of Contentment and Inner Peace? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2018 from Joan Marie WhelanIn self-reflection, this past weekend I realized that I have done just that, I enjoyed 7 hours of contentment and inner peace. In making some conscious choices, I was able to make the time for myself to intentionally relax and enjoy my day. I treated me to a moment in time where I was able to ...
Views: 1437 - One Million and One Choices - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanDo you really know what it means to be a winner in life? I am sure you have heard others speak about folks who appear to have it all – a happy marriage, a great home life, a solid career, good friends, a nice home. When you notice that some people have such comfortable lives, does your heart ...
Views: 1435 - The Peace in Truth - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2012 from Joan Marie WhelanWhen is the last time you were totally honest with yourself? Amitiel, the Angel of Truth encourages you to find truth and honesty in all of your experiences. He asks you to use these truths in a positive way. It is never a good thing to hide from them or deny them. He reminds you that when you ...
Views: 1433 - Conscious awareness in all areas of your life is worthwhile. - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanDo you believe that you have control over the abundance, success and wealth that flows into your life? Many people tend to think that they have to be born healthy, lucky, and wealthy to achieve success in life but that is not nearly the case at all. While a little luck (or soul power) always ...
Views: 1430 - The Baby Whisperer Vol 4: Rebirth…does it exist? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanDo you believe in the afterlife or rebirth of the Soul? Do you believe that it is possible that a person can regain a life he has lost…or perhaps even transform the life that he is living? Following is a literal example of the Soul’s rebirth: I had once read a story about a man dying from an ...
Views: 1428 - See the Rainbow in Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanOften times, we become so consumed with the misfortunes of life that we fail to see the rainbow that awaits us. When the brisk summer thunderstorm passes overhead, eventually the clouds clear and the brilliant sun begins to peak through… and beyond the sun’s rays and the blue skies dawns the ...
Views: 1420 - Are you the Perfect Gift to You? - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanAs the holidays are rapidly approaching, many of you may procrastinate until the last minute to buy that special someone the perfect “gift”. But when you think about how much you worry and torment yourself throughout the shopping season, do you ever stop to think about the gift that you are ...
Views: 1415 - The Baby Whisperer Vol 9: From Peer Pressure to Perseverance - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanThere was a Dodge commercial a few years back that emphasized originality; more so, it highlighted the importance of being “different” and standing apart from the crowd. Children and young adults often find themselves in a place where they feel like they must be like the rest of the crowd to fit ...
Views: 1415 - Only the Strong Survive - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Joan Marie Whelan4 Ways the Manifestation Method can help you Achieve Prosperity There's wisdom in the 1969 hit, Only the Strong Survive, singer Jerry Butler sings “There’s a lot of opportunity out there just waiting for you, but you’ll never succeed if you’ve given up…Only the strong survive, only the strong ...
Views: 1414(1 vote) - Use Your Words to Heal! - by Submitted on May 11, 2018 from Joan Marie WhelanOur words have the power to lift the spirits of others We don’t know what other people are going through; they may be smiling on the outside but hurting on the inside. We can bring healing to others, which in turn enables us to heal our lives at the same time. The power is within you to ...
Views: 1410 - Regain your Inner Power - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanHave you ever strolled along the beach and spied a treasure hunter with his metal detector? It is kind of funny when you think of it. After all, what are the chances that someone will actually find a huge hidden treasure? In fact, more often than not, the treasure seeker may just be lucky enough ...
Views: 1409 - Not Good Enough - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Joan Marie WhelanToday you may have a financially-sound career and you may have earned the respect of your colleagues. But when you get home at the end of the day, you feel like something is missing from your life. Perhaps your personal life is empty – even if you have a significant other or “friends” on ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - Do or Die: 5 Steps to Jumpstart a New Plan of Action - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanWe all know that we must take action to change our outcomes but we often get caught up in the execution of a plan; so I am going to give you five steps that may help you get started and be held accountable to the goals you want to achieve in your life with this unique Do or Die Plan of Action ...
Views: 1402 - Raise Your Levels of Awareness through the Solar Eclipse - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanIn a very recent news article, the solar eclipse happening is pitting science against superstition. Why all the superstition? According to the report, 95 percent of unrest or war is associated with this type of celestial anomaly. Whether or not that may be true, I want you to focus on the ...
Views: 1400(2 votes) - Character Building - Growing Strong Through Adversity - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2009 from Joan Marie WhelanWhat's character building all about? Ever heard someone say, "I earned my degree at the School of Hard Knox."? As a parody of higher education with respect to life, many have achieved inner wisdom and greatness by overcoming the perils of life through sheer willpower and determination to ...
Views: 1399 - What Chip are you Wearing? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2013 from Joan Marie WhelanYou are probably aware of the expression, “walking around with a chip on your shoulder”. There are some people who wear that chip like a badge of honor. For them, it is easy to hold onto all the pain and anger they have experienced in their lives. That proverbial “chip” is a constant reminder ...
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