December 16, 2009

When we are born into this life we bring with us our complete identity.  I believe we are fully formed beings with likes and dislikes, our parents or caregivers are here to guide us and keep us safe.  The confusion sometimes comes in when parents think their job is to create a doctor, lawyer, or famous singer,  it is not necessary for us to do great things to be considered great people.  Being ourselves and enjoying our life is more valuable and healthy in the long run.  Success is about the quality of life we live not the amount of fame or fortune we have.  Be yourself - in the long run it will be the only thing that matters.  Enjoy the present moment it is the one you're guaranteed.

December 9, 2009

There is One power in the Universe and it is God, or Spirit, or Higher Power, whatever the name, what I know its that it is everywhere present, all-knowing, and all-powerful.  With this in mind I remember that I must be One with It, if it is everywhere It must be here where I am.  This is a powerful awareness, when we begin to see ourselves as infinite potential we begin to live our lives differently.  When we live our lives in harmony with our natural gifts and talents something wonderful happens...HAPPINESS. 

December 1, 2009

Acceptance of what is allows us to begin to live in greater happiness.  When we take responsibility for what is we can creatively move forward.  Life is a journey and resistance of what is happening in our life creates pain and acceptance of what is happening in our life creates joy - hmmm?  sounds pretty simple, accept what is and live a happy life.  Okay, I think I will.

November 26, 2009

We live in an abundant Universe. This is Truth. I believe there is enough to go around and yet when I look at the world around I see many people who are experiencing much less than they need. Why? What is causing an experience of lack in a Universe filled with opulence?

I believe it is fear that keeps us in this experience. Fear prevents us from sharing fully, fear prevents us from loving completely, fear causes us to hoard what we have in case nothing more will come. So, how do I shift the fear? It starts with believing in Spirit. When we believe in something more than our current physical experience we develop faith. Faith helps us to see the possibility of something more or at least something different. This moves us from fear to love. We come to realize that love and fear cannot share the same space and time. Fear cannot live in the space of love and love when present eradicates fear. What I believe to be true is that fear is an illusion and love is the reality. Today I choose love. How about you?

November 24, 2009

A busy week has come to a close and I feel satisfied and grateful. When we look at our time and the way we have spent it we tend to judge whether it was good or bad, valuable or a waste. I'm curious what life would be like if we simply released the past experience with a grateful heart knowing that all things change and all is Spirit. Keeping in mind that Spirit, or God, is always good.

November 16, 2009

Happiness: 1) Being happy: gladness. 2) good luck; good fortune. 3) aptness according to the
Gage Canadian Dictionary

On the spiritual path many people are wanting to change something in their current experience. A change in their financial well-being, a more satisfying career, a loving relationship, health, or any number of other things. Whenever I ask 'how would you feel if you had the thing you want', I always hear the same answer; happiness. Sometimes, included with that, there is freedom, relief and peace of mind but happiness is the constant. Or when I ask them to qualify how they would feel if they were experiencing freedom, relief and peace of mind they respond with happiness.

We can have this feeling now. It exists within us. I believe that out natural state of being is joy, and as a result of that Truth, we can call it up at a moments notice. Even in the midst of deep grief and despair the simplest things can cause raucous laughter. Being happy is natural and I think if we spend more time thinking about the things in our life that are working for us we would find that happiness would be a more common experience.

Think about where you focus your attention, is it where you really want? If not, change your focus and see what happens.

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November 11, 2009

The spiritual journey for some is arduous, why? Maybe we believe we have to work hard to figure it out? Possibly. Maybe the beliefs we hold about life in general factor in to the way we do everything we do? Could be. Maybe we hold beliefs about how broken we are and we are working hard at getting fixed? Might be. But, what if it didn't have to be like that? What if we could change our thoughts about who we think we should be and the consequence would be a life of ease, joy and freedom? Sounds good to me. I believe we are on a journey of discovery, a journey of finding our authentic self, a journey of uncovering, awakening to our true spiritual nature. And, yes, I do believe it can be easy, fun and interesting. Hop on board. Play more, enjoy life, explore the world, meet people, discover your true identity, and above all love what you find.

November 4, 2009

The Laws of the Universe are exact. We seem to understand or accept the physical laws more readily than the spiritual. Both are powerful and both are impacting our overall well-being and success. We understand that if we defy the law of gravity it will cause us personal injury. The same is true for the spiritual laws, when we go against the law the result is some form of pain. The spiritual laws are directed by our inner experience. What we believe about ourselves and what we believe about life is what manifests around us. The Universe always responds to us, through us. If we would like to change our reality we need to begin by doing some internal housekeeping. This will quickly move us into a greater experience of love, joy and prosperity.

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November 3, 2009

Health is such an important part of our experience and sometimes we take it for granted. Then something happens and we wake up to the realization that this body is a temple, so to speak. It is the mode of transportation during this life experience and it reflects our current consciousness. What I love about the body is the many ways it communicates with us. Aches and pains can be signals of needs unmet, disease can be the result of holding thoughts of resentment or guilt perhaps, weight can signify a desire to protect the self. When we look at our body with love and compassion we begin to hear the messages it is sending. Then we get to choose, change or not. Love the skin your in, it is all you have for the current journey. :-)

October 28, 2009

Life is a journey, filled with surprises, and opportunities. Pay attention to each thing you experience, the feelings and the thoughts. By living in the now moment you open up to a deeper connection with Spirit and an awakening of your true potential.

October 26, 2009

Love is the answer to every question, challenge and concern. When we accept what is happening, live in the now, and open up to inspiration - life changes. The change is more of a deepening, or an awakening of our authentic self. Living in the full awareness of our authentic nature is the most powerful experience possible. Enjoy!

October 24, 2009

Getting along with people requires a little effort sometimes. It is important to remember that we are all unique expressions of Spirit. It helps, especially in those moments when we are facing a challenge with someone we love. Sharing love, respect, and kindness goes a long way in diffusing even the most difficult conflicts.

October 23, 2009

I've been thinking about love and what it really is, we all know something of romantic love but I think love is something bigger, something more. Acceptance feels like a good fit. Acceptance, allowing people to be where they are doing what they are doing, or accepting yourself, where you are and then living your life from there. Love, what we seek and yet it is what we are.

October 22, 2009

When we sit in the silence we find our authentic self, our inner wisdom.

October 21, 2009 II

Many times on this life journey we will experience fear. Fear of other people, fear of differences, fear of change, it is natural for us to have these feelings. It is an awakened soul who will accept the fear and move through it and return to love.

October 21, 2009

I believe our thinking creates our reality. I believe negative thinking can quickly move us into anger and that a shift in perspective can change it.

October 20, 2009

I'm always fascinated by the journey we are in as we figure out the whole production called living. I truly believe life is simple, joyous and interesting and yet most people are fearful and struggling. Why? I'm not exactly sure but I do know there is an alternative way of being. We can choose to live in joy, we can choose to live in the easy flow, we can choose to change our experience. We first must think about it differently. Thinking creates the story and evokes emotion which then creates our behaviour, what a circle. Today I choose to live in ease and joy.

October 19, 2009

A new day, I am so grateful! Today my intention is to experience joy, fully and completely. When I set an intention at the beginning of the day I give myself a great launch for the new day. Our intentions create our experience. Give it a try. When you get up tomorrow set an intention for the day. ie. I intend to have a peaceful day, or I intend to be powerful today in all my interactions, or I intend to see the beauty in everyone I meet today. Whatever you like. Enjoy!

October 18, 2009

I have been thinking about relationships and the power that comes when we acknowledge the gifts of even the most difficult ones. The people in our lives reflect to us the people we are. What I mean to say is that they are mirroring for us what we believe about life, what we believe about ourself, our true sense of self worth and value. When I think about it this way I become incredibly grateful for the most difficult relationships I have experienced because I see them as a window to my inner self. I see an aspect of me that is ready to be healed, or revealed. What a gift. I am so grateful.

October 16, 2009

I've been thinking about the struggle many people are experiencing these days; financial, relationship, health, and career challenges. What would it take to make a real difference in their lives? I believe, the thoughts we think, create the feelings we have, and these feelings lead to the behaviour we exhibit. Ernest Holmes said, "Change your thinking, change your life." This holds true today. When we focus on our problems, they tend to continue and get bigger, when we are grateful for the good things in our life and begin to focus our attention on the good that is what begins to expand. Think a loving thought today, for yourself and others, and watch the changes begin. We are responsible for what we think and feel and we have the power to think a new thought. Try it. What have you got to loose?

October 15, 2009

Today is a new day. Where you are is where you are. Accepting this will move you into freedom, peace and joy.

October 14, 2009

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October 13, 2009

Forgiveness is a powerful tool that promises freedom. Forgiveness frees us from our suffering and allows us to live fully. Forgive yourself, forgive others, and receive the blessing of forgiveness when it is offered. This is love.

October 11, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving

Today I am especially grateful for family. Although we are sometimes challenged by members of our family it is true that they know us best and often times are most accepting of our bad behaviour, or at least more forgiving. I am grateful for all my family and the love they have shared with me through some of my most difficult times. I am truly blessed.

October 10, 2009

Focussing on the things we are grateful for shifts our focus from the problems we may be experiencing to what is good in our life. What we think about comes about, thinking about our good expands and increases it.

October 9, 2009

We have been conditioned to fear almost everything. This conditioning is reversible. Begin today to see the beauty in the people you meet and enjoy the love that was always present. Follow your intuition and you'll know what is good for you.

October 8, 2009

A change of thought changes our reality. If we focus on what's wrong we create unhappiness, when we focus on what we love, or what is right, we are happy. What a simple perspective to life.

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October 7, 2009

Life is full of surprises some of them I really like and others, not so much. Through this life journey I am learning that often the tough experiences have brought me the greatest rewards.

Today, October 6, 2009

Truth is really what we believe about anything. It isn't necessarily true for all people everywhere.

What I believe to be true today is: We only have this moment and what we do with it matters. Remembering friends and family, sharing our joy and sorrow, is the only way we can experience lasting joy. Remember all the beautiful people in your life and know that you are special too.