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There is something very empowering about realizing that we control our own life.
When we recognize that our thoughts become our reality,
we also recognize that we have the power to create the exact life that we want.
This can be a wonderful feeling - and it can also be a scary feeling. ... Views: 1447
We read and hear in the New Thought circles that we are creating our experiences every day and that to master our experience we must take responsibility for every experience we have. This statement alone can bring on a wide array of emotions and the first one is usually not empowerment, however ... Views: 1446
During my journey through my breast cancer, enlightenment and spiritual growth, I noticed that most of the time when I was stressed out, worried, or unhappy, I was in the past or the future, which means "not in the moment". I also noticed that if I brought my attention back to the present, the ... Views: 1445
Would you like to enjoy better health, more loving relationships, and to live in a state of abundance?
Then let gratitude be your attitude of choice!
Why gratitude?
1. Gratitude is at the core of all the world’s religious and spiritual traditions.
Opening to gratitude allows us a deepened ... Views: 1444
Health and healing are not what we have been led to believe they are. Modern Western medicine and science tell us that disease is a scourge and that the primary goal of treatment is to cure it. In order to achieve cures, we fight illnesses with drugs; remove diseased parts; replace worn out ... Views: 1443
DISCLAIMER: Before you read any further, please note that the non-use of caps and various other grammatical 'error' is 'on purpose'. Yes, I know how to write in proper grammatical form. But sometimes...artistic license is just more fun.
Now you know.
so there's this whole weird dynamic ... Views: 1443
…Step right into 2012 with the anticipation and excitement of participating in a fantastic new adventure, for that is exactly what is in store for you. A new year…a new beginning…I’m sure you’ve heard this before, but never have you been given an opportunity to make amazing changes for the ... Views: 1441
We live in a time of rationality and reason. As long as you can prove something by scientific means or a reasonable argument, then it is acceptable to society at large. We spend hours every day working out how best to manage our lives and trying to think our way out of situations and ... Views: 1441
In keeping with the natural cycles of our planet, Spring is the time of the year to seed our intentions so that they grow and manifest during Autumn's harvest. The Cosmological lineup in Aries since the Spring Equinox has been compelling our thoughts and feelings to focus on self, the 'I AM' ... Views: 1441
Humor packed her bags and hit the road. She gave no warning. Didn't leave a note. Just up and left one sunny afternoon. Didn't even bother to close the door. Rude. Just plain rude. It's quite possible she ran off with The Muse. Not sure, but seems like they both disappeared around the same time. ... Views: 1441
Dig It UP
Where did the car you drive originate? Most would reply, that their car was built in Detroit, Japan or Germany. That in a sense is true. Workers in an auto assembly plant assembled the car piece by piece. But where did it originate before that? A prototype was developed and ... Views: 1440
There’s nothing better than losing yourself in an afternoon’s reading session;
I thoroughly enjoy finding myself engrossed In the comings and goings of the characters of a good book, and the entire time I’m in that zone I am totally aware of how they’re affecting each other, good, ... Views: 1440
Astrology and horoscopes were first used by the ancient Greeks (the word horoscope comes from the Greek word horoskopos (marker of the hour), who felt that every individual's life was subject to a destiny pre-determined by the position of celestial bodies, including our sun, the moon and various ... Views: 1438
As I have grown in years, I am ashamed of some of the things I have done. So ashamed that to mention them right now would take more than a simple story to explain. I’m not even sure if I could explain it all in a book. In fact, I’m not sure if I would even believe the explanation.
What I ... Views: 1437
There are many New Age groups that have begun to form negative vibrations around New Age concepts- much ego is involved behind the scenes and many are manipulating the thoughtforms to bring the vibration of the positives down. Please remember to feel the vibration beyond the words. If you feel ... Views: 1435
Life is great when everything and everyone in your life is going well. Your career is on track, your relationship is great, you’re looking good and just about everything in Your world is fantabulous. You are on top of the world flying high above the sky. Then one day something happens and ... Views: 1435
Who am I? Have you ever asked that? Its a good question and the answers change as we change. "You are who you are...even before you know...who you are."
When we are born, we have certain genes,personality traits and emotional ranges from our parents. As we grow older, these "gifts" grow as ... Views: 1434
“For every complex problem there is answer that is clear, simple and wrong.”
H.L. Mencken
“Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer.”
William S. Burroughs
Questions and answers.
We spend so much time caught ... Views: 1433
We are rarely 100% committed to what we say we want.
I’m assuming that because you are reading this that to some degree you are committed to the concept of bringing spirituality into business. On a scale of 1-100, where would you put yourself in relation to the degree to which you are ... Views: 1433
It’s easy to put a value on a home or a car, but I wonder how much of us really put a lot of thought into how much we are worth? I can only speak for myself, and I can honestly say that I have constantly undervalued my own worth. Whether it was jobs I have accepted, or relationships that I ... Views: 1431
I can still recall the first time I sat down to pay attention to a Jerry and Esther Hicks recording. Jerry clarified that Esther would be directing Abraham and that Abraham’s wisdoms would be taught through Esther. Well, you are right…I was just a little skeptical at first.
Then very ... Views: 1431
This article is about the ability you have to communicate with your past lives, and how to develop that ability.
Please bear in mind that these words and concepts, the way I am explaining them to you are only quasi accurate. I say this because in order to describe the spiritual realm in ... Views: 1430
New beginnings are always opportunities but a measure of anxiety and a pinch (or two) of uncertainty are usually part of the mix. What we do with our new start will determine how well we fare in the weeks and months ahead. Remember that every beginning has a story that went before. In the now ... Views: 1430
In an effort to keep you on track, we remind you of the need for you to look beyond the boundaries of your personal life. It will inspire you to receive messages from the other side if you stay open to the idea of "inter-dimensional" communication. From the perspective of Spirit, there is no ... Views: 1430
0-My Mirror
I see divine love when I look in my mirror. I see honesty when I look in my mirror. I see authenticity when I look in my mirror. I see emotional, spiritual, financial, and personal liberation when I look in my mirror. I see humor when, I look in my mirror.
I see magnificence when ... Views: 1430
“God does not work in the lie which a man tells when he is seeking work. He must tell the truth and God will work for him.” Scientific Mental Christian Practice – Emma Curtis Hopkins
“Today I once again tell myself the truth. I’m clear on what I want to express and the gift and talents I ... Views: 1429
When we try to hang on to our lives, we are trying to control the things and people in it. We need to realize that we have no real control over anything or anyone but ourselves. We have instructions how to live the best life in the Bible. We are instructed turn away from our self, take what we ... Views: 1429
A leader knows that he or she may be the smartest person in the room, but isn't smarter than the entire room. Use your team for good ideas.
Leaders have a combination of intelligence, charisma, character and experience. These are very difficult to define and even harder to teach. Which is ... Views: 1429
The Eco Twins are upon us, forcing us to re-evaluate our attitudes and correct our assumptions. In popular jargon they are at bat in the bottom of the ninth with no outs and the score is at the moment tied. Who are these Twins? They are the ever-present natural powers of ecology and social ... Views: 1427
There’s nothing more invigorating, more breathtaking than awakening to find glorious spring flowers that have miraculously burst through the soil into full bloom. I find myself mesmerized by them, both astonished by and grateful for their exquisite beauty. Staying in that moment and allowing ... Views: 1427
The clock struck midnight on December 31, 1999 and a new century was born. The world held its breath and waited to see if the much-hyped Y2K Bug would tear a hole in the modern universe. A few hours later, we heaved a collective sigh of relief. Our greatest fears faded quickly into memory and we ... Views: 1426
Meditation To and From Your Heart Path
By now, all who have been on a Spiritual path can probably say that they’ve been there and done that in one way or another. We’ve all heard so much about the beneficial effects of meditation; yet in truth what is it that these are meant to mean for us? ... Views: 1426
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Oneness - by Kasia Jarosinska (www.spiritualshifts.com)
For years on my spiritual path my teachers, friends and many awakened leaders would speak of a very abstract concept: Oneness. “We are all one…”, “We are all connected…, “The other person is you…”, blah, blah, blah. I got the point and I started to believe that indeed we were equals and not one ... Views: 1426
Walking near my home, I was praying. I could feel myself caught in fear. A deep place of fear, and pain of abandonment by God had surfaced. This feeling kept me spinning for a few weeks.
From acknowledging this state, a prayer of gratitude emerged. “Thank you God that this deep place of pain ... Views: 1426
How is your relationship with your body? Are you dissatisfied with the way you look? Do you secretly or openly say you want your body to be different? Maybe you criticize your complexion, hair, or the shape of your body? Maybe you weigh more than you did a couple of years ago, have to constantly ... Views: 1425
Give me one moment, I can give you life, not as one may have imagined, not with mortal thought, touch deeper than flesh could ever allow, a delight of senses real and not of this world, in our moment of eternal connection all else watches and waits. Daniel King, Rumi-Nations
The first day of ... Views: 1425
“Admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.” Alcoholics Anonymous
""Take your life in your own hands, and what happens? A terrible thing: no one to blame." - Erica Jong
As I allow the power and presence of the One Infinite Source to move in, ... Views: 1425
One of the principle teachings of Buddha is the noble eight fold path that can help person reach enlightenment. Mindfulness (Sati in Pali) is one of the aspects of the path (“Right Mindfulness”). It is also one of the seven factors of enlightenment. Hence, it is by following the Buddhist ... Views: 1425
What does it take to be happy? In fact, how do we define happiness? The definitions are possibly as many and as varied as there people on this beautiful planet. But I think it may first be easier to take a look at what happiness is not.
We tend to hang on to the security that comes with our ... Views: 1425
A few years ago I came across the following text and found the message both simplistic and deeply profound, so I am sharing it with you as I begin this article.
Chapter 1
I walked down the street. It looked like an interesting street.
There’s a deep hole in the sidewalk.
I fall in. I am ... Views: 1425
Love is a beautiful feeling from heart as well as nice meeting of two souls touching your heart, every one of us, in some point of our lives. But do you know love horoscope compatibility is one of the largest factors, which can make you meet your soul mate. love horoscope is the special tool, ... Views: 1424
In upstate New York, where winter weather causes treacherous driving conditions, salt is generously scattered on the icy roads. Salt lowers the freezing point, causing the ice to melt. Needless to say, at 5 a.m., in minus 5 degree weather when I am driving to work, I find salt extremely useful. ... Views: 1424
There are people who think we ought to get rid of all talk about the crucifixion of Jesus in the 21st century—that it is a negative, unhelpful, even harmful image.
Those who have moved away from Christianity point to how Christendom has even taught people to crucify themselves, put themselves ... Views: 1423
I borrow the title of this article from the book: Living with Intensity: Understanding the Sensitivity, Excitability, and Emotional Development of Gifted Children, Adolescents, and Adults – a collection of articles published by Susan Daniels and Michael Piechowski which offers us a great ... Views: 1423
We have much for which to be grateful, so very, very grateful, as this New Year ushers in a new decade. Whatever we decide our future will be, it WILL BE. And whatever we choose to be, WE WILL BE. So let us make these intense times a pivotal point in our own individual evolution and choose to ... Views: 1423
Communication is the most important skill in life. We spend most of our waking hours communicating. But consider this: You’ve spent years learning how to read and write, years learning how to speak. But what about listening? What training or education have you had that enables you to listen so ... Views: 1423
At the heart of life is an absolute true self within the meaning of thought fails to develop properly. A genuine internal autonomy can not be celebrated with wisdom of thought. Wisdom of thought is based on what we see with our eyes, hear with their ears, the taste of the tongue, the smell in ... Views: 1421
As of April 28, I’ve now been on the planet for 74 rotations around the sun, almost three-quarters of a century, 30 percent of the time our country has been a nation. And I’ve seen a lot of changes during this time, personal, cultural, and political. The change nearest and dearest to my heart ... Views: 1421
New year new targets - Or not?
Now we all are back to work. Many would think: right, to improve staff performance, let's give them more targets. Think carefully: tougher targets (without sufficient resources and support) will easily lead to poor performance; poor performance compromises ... Views: 1421
By changing your behavior the world changes too. Your inner growth can't be seen by others and while it may seem to others that you are just the same you have been for years, they can't see what has happened in your inner domain if they don't know you very well of course.
Little by little ... Views: 1420