Wednesday, September
1, 2010: In the course of our busy lives, sometimes we forget to simply ask for guidance.
Search your heart today and identify what you need to know in order to be successful and at peace. Stop, search,
ask, and listen. This is the recipe to soothe your Soul.
Tuesday,
August 31, 2010: Whatever it is..........Let it go. Replace "it" with faith
and trust. The future has a way of working out for the Highest Good. Get out of the way today and allow the energy
of Goodness and Grace to envelope you.
Friday, August 18, 2010: There is freedom in atonement and forgiveness. When we acknowledge our transgressions, we make room
for joy. Today is a new day. The freshness of today is fully available to those who forgive. Let go and
embrace this given day...You are alive.
Thursday, August 17, 2010:
One day at a time. We have all heard this saying...And yet we often do not practice the wisdom
therein. Be present today. Focus on the tasks before you, enjoy the pleasant company you keep, be the person you
dream of being. Today is here and all you have to do is live it.
Wednesday,
August 16, 2010: Remember who you are today. Connect with the virtues you resonate with...They
are a part of you. Compassion, playfulness, dignity, honor, loyalty, and integrity; all of these qualities dwell within
you. Remember who you are today.
Tuesday, August 15, 2010: Sometimes we become frustrated with loved ones. We may feel as though they are not making the right
choices. In truth, we cannot know what is the best choice for another person. The supposed hard path may lead
to a soft landing, and the opposite could also be true. All we can really do is hold one another and be there regardless
of outcome. Love completely today.
Monday, August 14, 2010:
Allow Divine Peace to 'rush in' to the spaces of your mind where you harbor fear and anxiety.
Don't worry about your future right now. Live well today; be a champion of integrity, compassion, and joy....this is
the best way to ensure a pleasant future. I salute the Divinity in you.
Friday,
August 13, 2010: Our lives are but a fraction of what they could be with forgiveness as our central
theme. Consider what you are unwilling to forgive. Think about how much energy is wasted on remaining angry.
Forgiveness does not mean you forget. It does however mean that you open yourself up to a brighter future, unencumbered
by resentment.
Thursday, August 12, 2010: Turn away
from fear, isolation, and doubt. You are meant for great things. Each of us brings forth a perspective, a "knowing"
of consummate value. Express your wisdom today through speech, action, and intention. You make a difference.
Wednesday,
August 11, 2010: The only thing standing between you and miracles is the belief that they won't
happen....to you. Embrace your true self today. You are forever sealed in the love the Holy Spirit holds for you.
Celebrate the day. Believe.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010: Without
forgiveness ever present in our daily lives, there can be no peace. Each day we are faced with opportunities to let
go and surrender to a Higher Power. Allow yourself to release today. Surrender to the amazing grace that forgiveness
brings.
Monday, August 9, 2010: Faith
is more than just a word or "idea." Faith is the solid advancement of thought to fruition; it is the ultimate
manifestation of Spirit and matter - joined together in harmonious union. All is well. Keep Your Faith.
Friday,
August 6, 2010: All healing begins and ends in the Spirit Body. Heal the mental and
emotional conflict within and the physical body will follow. Your thoughts are more powerful than you know. Positively
sustained thought patterns are the magic wand to the suffering within.
Tuesday,
August 3, 2010: Practice detachment of thought today in regard to all wrong thinking. Let
go of the ideas that produce suffering and perceived lack in your life. You are more than capable of manifesting true
happiness and peace.
Monday, August 2, 2010: Never underestimate
the power you have to exert your free will. The story of your life unfolds as YOU turn the page. Take a few moments
and write a new chapter today, fill the pages with positive affirmations and glorious outcome.
Friday,
July 30, 2010: Organize your life in such a way that you have plenty of time
to care for your Spirit. Your spiritual well-being drives your health, wealth, and availability to love fully.
You are not a material being....You are a Spiritual Being. Care for your True Self today.
Thursday,
July 29, 2010: Consume mindfully today. Enjoy your food, drink, entertainment, and conversations
with optimum awareness. Many of our most pleasant moments are during consumption. Yet, we often rush through these
events as if there will always be another meal, drink, event, or chat. Mindfulness is the path of sustained happiness.
Wednesday,
July 28, 2010: Trust your instincts. You are endowed each day with intuitive wisdom.
Listen...You know what to do. Have confidence in that still, small, positive voice that directs you. You are not
alone.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010: There is a
time for going inward, gathering strength, and mourning a loss. There is also a time for letting go, moving forward,
and courageously beginning again. No matter where the bell curve finds you today - remember to celebrate life.
What a gift it is to breathe and to witness the inhale and exhale of those you hold dear.
Monday,
July 26, 2010: Although we are aware that life is a precious gift, many times we forget to
acknowledge this in our daily lives. We focus so intently on the task before us and often forget to be vigilant about
the moment at hand. Open yourself to the uncensored truth today. Life is love, joy, sorrow, success, failure,
and.....The ultimate adventure. Life is a mixed bag of circumstances and events. Life is a gift like no other,
embrace the possibilities.
Friday, July 23, 2010: Walk
with me today, let us share a commitment to cause no harm to ourselves or others. Speak kindly, walk softly, pray deeply,
and hold thoughts which promote only goodwill and wellness. Immediately let go of all temptation to participate
in negativity. Enjoy this day, it is a gift.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010:
Let your anxiety fall away, allow peace to enter the core of your being; what you want is to feel happiness
and ease. These things are possible right here....and right now. The only obstacle between you and the feeling
of complete wellness is resistance. Give in, let go, release! You are alive.
Tuesday,
July 20, 2010: Pay attention to your spiritual fitness. We focus much attention on financial
and physical wellness; and yet we often glaze over that which controls all else. Spiritual health is vital to happiness
and success, it is what shapes, molds, and manifests our destiny. We are born with free will, exercise those muscles
today!
Monday, July 19, 2010: Have faith
in every aspect of your life today. Know that you will be cared for no matter what the outcome is. You are loved,
supported, and now encouraged to rest easy in the arms of a loving Creator. Renew and recharge.....All is Well.
Friday,
July 16, 2010: Visit a waterway today. Go to a creek, stream, river, canal, brook, pond,
puddle, lake, or ocean and give thanks for clean water. Focus on our beautiful bodies of water as healthy and well.
Send out much love and appreciation to all living beings; each moment we heal.
Thursday,
July 15, 2010: Purify your thoughts today to more clearly reflect the beautiful soul within.
We shape our outer reality by the workings of our inner environment. "As he thinketh in his heart, so is he."
Proverbs 23:7
Wednesday, July 14, 2010: "We
seek, stock, want, embrace, and push love away. We fear and cling fiercely to it, often in the same instance.
How can we experience love more deeply in our lives? What walls, barriers, boundaries, and fears can we let fall down
in order to allow ourselves to be naked in the presence of love?" An excerpt from: The Caterpillar's
Flight.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010: In gratitude
we greet this day. With unconditional love extended, we move with the energy of Hallelujah. Being thankful
is not just a "nice" thing to do; it is prayer in action and provides fertile soil for the magic of manifestation.
God loves it when we engage in miraculous gratitude! Make the Angels smile today.
Monday,
July 12, 2010: Have faith in the subtle under workings of your life
today. There is a current of energy all around you, it will move in the positive direction you intend it to. Align
your thoughts and intentions with your most heartfelt and pure wishes. What you don't "see" with human eyes is
far more real than what you do. Have faith.
Friday, July 9, 2010: Loss is a part
of life. If you are dealing with loss, try to remember that every ending brings a beginning. Whatever you
percieve as a loss, you may see as a gain in the months to come. God knows you are strong and capable of demonstrating
true grace in the face of loss. Doors open; close, and then open again.....loss can bring adventure in it's wake - be
open to new possibilities.
Thursday, July 8, 2010: Be
aware of guideposts that beckon you to open; realize the miracles that transform the way you view yourself and the world.
Look for signs, we are presented with opportunities each day to expand our awareness. Each interaction, experience,
and emotion can lead you to enlightenment. Be the answer the world seeks.
Wednesday,
July 7, 2010: Time flows from one day to the next, from one anticipated event to another, and
from happy "Hello's" to bittersweet "Goodbye's." The key is recognizing this pattern of
impermanence and then surrendering to the truth. We have no control over whether the current will pull us down the river
of life or not. But we can control where we steer our canoe. Bright Blessings to you this day, enjoy each and
every moment.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010: May you realize
the path of unconditional love today, such love is not revealed to us in the "perfect moments." But rather,
during those times in which our practice is truly challenged. When we are being stretched to respond with love - that
is when we show our unconditional prowess. Demonstrate the depth of your intention to live within the power source of
unconditional love today.
Monday, July 5, 2010: Allow harmonious beliefs to dominate your thoughts today. Inharmonious beliefs imprison the mind.....the
opposite set us free. When you find yourself stuck in "wrong thinking," immediately self-correct and bring
positive thought in over negative; you have the inner strength to do this. You know these things, you just need to re-member.
Have a blessed day.
Friday, June 25, 2010: Relaxation is defined as "A
return to equilibrium." The importance of relaxing cannot be overstated. We must take time in our lives to
retreat, relax, and rejuvenate; then we can return to our lives with renewed enthusiasm and insight. Take the time you
need to care for yourself, the benefits of this practice will ripple throughout your life.
Thursday,
June 24, 2010: Avoid resisting sadness, for it will only manifest into bitterness.
Resist not anger, for it will become resentment. Sadness and anger are natural emotions, they always bring wisdom teachings
in their wake. Allow your emotions to teach you and release "resistance" today. You are strong
enough to do these things.
Friday, June 18, 2010: Allow
God's thoughts to pass through you today. Open yourself to Divine Wisdom and allow the power of The Creator to
move you throughout the day. Listen to the inner stirrings of your soul and know that God speaks through your intuition.....You
know what to do. Have a beautiful day!
Thursday, June 17, 2010:
My happiness is dependent upon how well I practice each day. My happiness
is attained through my dedication to my practice. Stay connected today to your beautiful, loving, and joyful Spirit!
No matter what our circumstances may be, we have a choice to make each day...to stay in "spirit" or to venture away
from it. Embrace your truly skillful and intuitive virtues today and be happy. You are strong enough to maintain
your practice of mindfulness.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010: The secret to happiness is in
the very basic and elementary practice of mindfulness. Advance your ability to walk, eat, speak, and listen in full
awareness - and joy will fill you. The more cognizant we become of each passing moment, the more we appreciate the miracle
of life. Being "mindful" may sound simple, but I assure you that the challenge of remaining present will keep
your attention. Enjoy the day!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010: Forgive yourself today. Make amends, speak your truth, and share deeply from the heart. It is
a heavy load to carry the burden of past transgressions day in and day out. In order to be truly free, we must face
our mistakes head-on; only then can we move forward unencumbered by fear.
Monday, June 14, 2010: Focused thoughts always have dominion over unfocused. Strong thought forms trump weaker ones every time.
You have a choice.....infuse your life with postive thought or destroy it with negative. Make today a wonderful day
and choose wisely.
Friday, June 11, 2010: Each day many
people feel helpless, desperately yearning for answers. The best thing we can do to ease our suffering and cultivate
lasting solutions is to quiet the mind and breathe deeply. Do this for 5 or 10 minutes when you are in the "thick
of it," and you will emerge fresh, renewed, and ready to manifest.
Thursday,
June 10, 2010: Love with all your heart today. Surrender ambiguity and allow yoruself
to have moments of innocence and wonder. On days when we remember that we do not "know it all," we often learn
the most.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010: Your Spirit
controls the flow of matter in your life. All prosperity, material wealth, vibrant health - it comes from the way we
access or block spiritual energy. Expand your awareness today regarding how much you influence what you experience.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010: Mastering mindfulness does not mean
that you have no emotions or thoughts, it means that you avoid becoming attached to them. Thoughts are natural manifestations
of the mind. While meditating, don't become frustrated that you have thoughts; rather allow them to float past you on
a cloud of peaceful surrender.
Monday, June 7, 2010: Patience will bring you peace. Take a deep breath and ground yourself in this moment. Cultivating
patience is a skill, take it to a new level today. Find "that place" within you which is boundless, fearless,
and infinite; now build upon that and be patient. Only good things will manifest through this practice.
Friday,
June 4, 2010: Today, marry your desires and innermost longings to your intention; connect
the dots! Only when we function as a whole, do we manifest our most sincere wishes. Power all your thoughts
and actions in the direction of your dreams. You are alive.
Thursday,
June 3, 2010: The energy of forgiveness washes clean all bitterness, resentment,
and loathing. Don't waste another moment stuck in a postion of "unforgiveness." Rise up, let go, breathe,
let forgiveness fill your body and soul. You are strong enough to do this.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010:
Purge the unnecessary from your mind today - do this by the power of your intention.
Rest in the stillness; no matter how busy you are....you can only dwell in one moment at a time. When you become more
aware of this moment, you will rest more often and be much more available to enjoy your life.
Tuesday, June
1, 2010: There are those who sit on the sidelines and "critique" and then there are
others....those who spend each day earnestly applying themselves in an effort to make a difference. BE the latter.
Choose to leave your unique signature on the world today. Be the answer - not the problem. Live. Pray.
Achieve. Rejoice!
Friday, May 28, 2010: Freedom is a
profound gift. To be lifted from fear, oppression, and darkness, into the blessed light of a free life..this is the
stuff of dreams. I give thanks for my freedom and am humbled by the many sacrifices it takes to maintain it. Thank
you Veterans past, present, and future for your service. God Bless You.
Thursday,
May 27, 2010: Yield all thoughts toward the deeper spiritual understanding you know to be true.
Let go of lower thought forms and allow enlightened ponderous on life, love, and health to rise to the top. You were
created to live magnificently! Have a beautiful day.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010:
Use words of encouragement today. Sometimes all any of us need is a gentle
reminder of who we truly are. Speak to yourself and others of the infinite possibilities that exist within and around
you.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010: If you recognize a deficiency in positive awareness
today, make a transition. Move from fear to love, anger to forgiveness, resentment to acceptance, and loathing to joy.
You can shift your perception. You are strong enough to do this.
Monday,
May 24, 2010: Happy is the person who loves their work. Do what you Love! Love what
you Do! If you are not doing "what you love," then put goals into place today to begin the shift toward your
true purpose. You are not stuck, you are a creator....Create!
Friday,
May 21, 2010: Believe not in sickness or death. Today, expand your mind and believe only
in vibrant health and eternal life. Shift your awareness of the "true" nature of all things under God's sun.
Thursday,
May 20, 2010: Approach the day with humor! Find any and every opportunity you can to
laugh today. Laugh at yourself, laugh with others, laugh together, laugh alone, laugh while you work, laugh while you
play, laugh at the sun, and laugh at the moon. Today...Just Laugh. Give yourself a well deserved break and lighten
up! Enjoy the day.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010: "When we transform the condition of perpetual suffering to one of continuous healing, we will begin to effect
lasting change on the planet - one soul at a time. The things we do each day with faithful and loving intent bring us
ever closer to peace. Be graceful for one person today. Then tomorrow, do it again. If we focus all of our
spiritual intention on the person in front of us, we will get "there" one day and one person at a time."
An exerpt from: The Caterpillar's Flight - A Story Of Transformation - Spirituality For Real Life
Tuesday,
May 18, 2010: I woke this morning and felt the warm sunlight streaming through my bedroom window
and landing on my face. I stood up and was supported by the solid floor beneath my feet. My coffee was hot and
the taste was pleasing. There are so many things in my life that support my mind, body, and soul. Count your blessings
today. Sometimes we forget how well our lives work; seamlessly, without effort, and unfailingly consistent. I
give thanks today for my beautiful life.
Monday, May 17, 2010: Have faith today. Whatever you are striving for, longing for, praying for...know that you are being
heard. It is often difficult for us to understand why things are not moving more quickly in the direction of our desires.
The problem with focusing on where we wish "to be" all the time is that we lose sight of where we are.
There are many wonderful things to enjoy today. The river of life will move you along, have faith that events are unfolding
perfectly.
Thursday, May 13, 2010: Release
fear today and replace it with the calm "knowing" that you are on the perfect path. Surrender to your highest
self and allow emotion to be elevated to inspiration. You are a brilliant child of God and all possiblity is within
you. Embrace this new day with an open heart.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010: Slow down today. No matter how busy we are, there are many moments throughout the day to connect with
our breath, appreciate beauty, and honor simplicity. The poetry of life is in the small, basic, and unhurried moments
that gently remind us.....I am alive.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010: Be patient. What you have focused your unwavering intention upon will manifest. Have faith that
your prayers have been answered. You have been heard. You are loved.
Monday, May 10, 2010: If you feel as though you have a problem...ask yourself if there is anything you can do to change the situation? If
the answer is "no," then you must embrace acceptance. When we accept situations for what they are - they cease
being problems.
Friday, May 7, 2010: We are immortal
beings, true reflections of potential, love, and light. Our connection to Spirit is far greater than our connection
to matter. Deepen your awareness of the profound link to your true spiritual nature and all loneliness, desperation
and grasping will cease.
Thursday, May 6, 2010: Give
generously today. Push beyond all thoughts of "worthiness." Give to others regardless of circumstance
and practice generosity with loved ones and strangers alike. Dispell judgment and give - where and when you can.
Be an example of giving freely without expectation of return.
Wednesday,
May 5, 2010: I am comforted in this present moment by many happy memories. I bring these
moments forward with me into the future, and allow them to enhance my sense of abundant self. Memories that are no longer
useful are released to make room for those that shape and mold a bright tomorrow. I am the creator of my happiness...the
conductor of my symphony.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010:
Spend more time believing in health, prosperity, love, and truth than you do in sickness, poverty, hatred,
and dishonesty. Never underestimate the power of your thoughts...the world is shaped by them. Attract to
you all that is positive, good, and beautiful - speak of nothing less.
Tuesday,
April 27, 2010: Resistance is defined as "a force that opposes or retards motion."
What are you resisting? We have much to learn from our resistance. Allow yourself to melt into the possibilities
that exist on the other side of continually attempting to push back the tide. Sometimes resistance is necessary, but
too often it is a product of fear.
Monday, April 26, 2010: What is your "fall back" emotion? Where do you reside after the excitement, success, frustration,
or sorrow? How do you return to your spiritual center? Is your emotional "resting place" healthy?
Practice falling back on the energy of peace today. Allow peace to hold, soothe, comfort, and uplift you. It's
a new day!
Friday, April 23, 2010: Our lives
are but a fraction of what they could be....with forgiveness. Let the energy of forgiveness become a consistent, energetic
pattern that you follow througout the day. The more you practice, the more natural it will become. Holding on
to anger and resentment causes damage to our physical, emotional, and spiritual body. Notice today how you hold the
energy of forgiveness.
Thursday, April 22, 2010: Our lives
are a series of moments perpetually flowing forward. Like a river, they dip and swirl downstream to their eventual destination.
Don't worry so much about whether or not you will make it to where you are headed. Enjoy the "float"....down
the river of life today. You will no doubt arrive - that's the way our lives are designed.
Wednesday,
April 21, 2010: Stress reduction tip #1: Breathe. Breathe at every stoplight,
breathe as you wait in the grocery store line, breathe as you converse, ponder, console, and participate. Your breath
is the tool you carry with you at all times - use it to support and calm you throughout the day.
Tuesday,
April 20, 2010: Mastery is defined as having "possession of consummate skill."
Challenge yourself today to acquire mastery over your physical, emotional, and mental properties. The first step in
mastering a skill is defining that you want to master it! Spend some time today and identify what you would like to
master. Make a list of the steps you need to take in order to accomplish this end. Your intention is
a powerful tool of manifestation.
Monday, April 19, 2010: Your mind is a wealth of possibilities. Gain dominion over your thoughts and success is yours.
Make holy what you dwell upon and wondrous manifestation will follow. Greet this day knowing that the road to all healing,
all happiness, and all your heart desires - lies within your own mind, and not outside it.
Friday,
April 16, 2010: My mind is open, my Spirit is free. I harbor no resentment of the past and
I do not live in the future...my life is happening now. Rejoice. You are alive! May this day be an affirmation
of love, grace, and forgiveness. Today is a testament to the gift that is given with each sunrise.
Thursday,
April 15, 2010: Are your goals aligned with your natural talents? The only limts are those
placed upon ourselves. And yet, sometimes a tone deaf man does not make the best musician! The doors to success
open more freely when we are pursing that which we are here to pursue; otherwise we go against the tide....the innate
rhythm that wishes to be heard. Listen to your inner calling today and follow the lyrical path of your Spirit.
Wednesday,
April 14, 2010: It is not enough to simply "seek" spiritual understanding. We
must strive to actually attain and absorb the sacred knowledge that eludes us. This "striving" should be alive
upon waking, and while working and playing, and also as we lay our head down at night. Strive deeply today to understand
yourself and your relationship to Divinity.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010:
Let it go today. Allow yourself to release into the comfort of a loving Creator. Your sadness,
grief, confusion, and anger must ultimately be released in order to restore peace and joy into your life. Why hang on
for a lifetime, to something that can truly be released right now? Let it go today, you are strong enough to do this.
Monday,
April 12, 2010: What can I venture to understand today that I did not understand yesterday?
Allow all thoughts of a destructive manner to melt away. Bolster thoughts of loving kindness, compassion, and prosperity.
Ease the suffering within and around you. Strive today to deepen your understanding of the human condition and potential.
Friday,
April 9, 2010: A great deal of our difficulties come from the resistance to control negative
thought. Replace negative thoughts with positive as they surface throughout the day. Do not allow yourself to
dwell upon the negative. Positive thoughts create magical, wondrous, and limitless outcomes. Positive energy always
trumps negative...Embrace who you truly are.
Thursday, April 8, 2010:
It is a perfect day, flawless in its presentation. The sun rose and the birds are singing - what
can you do to add to this joy? Your voice, your touch, the energy you produce with every thought you dwell upon...these
are the tools in your spiritual toolbox. The way you use these tools has everything to do with what you manifest on
this earthly plane. Enjoy the day, be patient, heal, laugh, draw to you that which you cherish, and above all else,
have faith.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010: Grace is
peace...In action. When you see a person of grace, you can also see that peace radiates from them. Grace cannot
be shaken; it is solid, stable, and relentless in its expression of true spirituality. We all have this potential; we
can live our lives as shining examples of grace for one another. From the CD Speaking of Grace.
Tuesday,
April 6, 2010: It is all prayer...It is all Hallelujah! Make every moment a song lifted
up to the heavens. You can achieve this through your practice of mindfulness. Be aware of each moment, even
if the moment is painful and uncomfortable. Awareness lifts us into the present moment, and allows us to return to the
internal awareness that we can transform our circumstances, we have the power to transform all that we encounter
through the power of our emotional, spiritual, and intellectual wellness.
Monday,
April 5, 2010: My forgiveness is not conditional. Even if you do not forgive me - I can
still forgive you- and I can forgive myself. I do not have to be agreed with or placated in order to offer my forgiveness.
I am strong enough to be present in the face of adversity and offer my full forgiveness. Forgiveness must become a daily
practice of release and renewal. It seems in our busy daily lives, there is always something to forgive. Look
very honestly at the past and present today; work toward unconditional forgiveness and watch your life expand with
the additional room you make in your heart.
Friday, April 2, 2010: Love does not always demonstrate itself softly. Sometimes love arrives in a noisier package...demanding
to be heard and seen. You may need to summon your courage and stand up for your convictions; just make sure you measure
your words and actions carefully...and come "from" the energy of True Love.
Thursday,
April 1, 2010: Whatever issues, challenges, or concerns may be plaguing you
today...Try to remember that this moment is temporary. Shadows fall, dust settles, the sun will set and rise again.
Although life is eternal, we are only in this particular body, with this unique life path once. Don't get so caught
up in the minutia that you forget the magnificence of this day.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010:
Your ability to feel peaceful must not be compromised by your surroundings. Deepen your practice
today. You try to remember many things throughout the day that "must get done." Remember this...Peacefulness
is a choice. You can get everything done and also enjoy this day! With a peaceful heart, all things are possible.
Tuesday,
March 30, 2010: The love you share in a myriad of ways - returns to you ten-fold. Share
yourself today in a new way. Push past your comfort zone into a new realm of loving and living. "Love is
the answer to every question we have."
Monday, March 29, 2010: If you have done or said something for which you are sorry - you must commit never to repeat that action.
Many of us are stuck in a cycle of behavior, apology, behavior, apology. Pray for the strength to advance your practice
to one of behavior, apology, resolve, and ultimate manifestation of a truer expression of God's Grace.
Friday,
March 26, 2010: Immerse yourself in quiet moments this weekend. Luxuriate in silence.
Allow for some space between you and the noisy world, take a break. Then slowly bring sound back in, but this time -
conciously choose the sounds you hear, naming them as they arise. You may find some sounds pleasant and others
unpleasant. Examine your reaction to sound, smile and release the emotion. This practice will assist you in reducing
stress.
Thursday, March 25, 2010: Remember
to care for yourself today. Pay attention to your mind, body, and spirit. Yield to your needs, replenish yourself
- in the absence of this daily practice you leave yourself vulnerable to stress, anxiety, and despair. Love yourself
today, and you will have much more to give those you cherish in return.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010:
Speak the truth today and exercise flexibility in your communication. Choose your words with skillful
intent to resolve issues and lift weary spirits. It is a new day, fill your Soul with the buoyancy that only "light"
can bring.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010: "There
is a profound correlation between enthusiasm and grace; a deep connection between living with enthusiasm at our core and living
gracefully. The truth is that we must first say "yes" before we can proceed. The realization that something
is missing comes first and then we begin the journey of identifying the missing component. This process is expedited
by the energy of grace." An excerpt from "The Caterpillar's Flight."
Monday,
March 20, 2010: Allow enthusiasm to power your pursuits today. What is it you wish to manifest?
Pour your intention into your desired outcome, put into place the necessary elements, and watch your thought forms become
reality. You have the ability to create and maintain the life of your choosing.
Friday,
March 19, 2010: Creating "Balance" is a matter of being aware of
our need not only to be responsible, but also to have joy throughout the day! When I dwell within the energy of
balance, my joy comes naturally, whether I am working or playing. Maintaining balance allows me to feel centered, well,
focused, and grateful throughout the day. Examine your emotional habits this weekend; seek lasting and transformational
changes..."balance" awaits you.
Thursday, March 18, 2010: How
great is your love? How deep can you dig today in order to reveal and express who you truly are? Weigh your words,
be conscious of your actions; connect with your Higher Self and allow Divinity to shine through. Move beyond all anger,
hurt, and fear - your true nature is to love and be loved.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010: There is an uncomplicated and pure essence to the sincere expression of complete honesty. "Honest"
is the sunrise, a hot cup of coffee, a baby's cry, a thin layer of ice covering a puddle in the driveway, and the particular
way my horse likes his ear rubbed. True honesty simply - Is. It does not pretend to be anything it is not; and
is never lacking in authenticity or unkind. True honesty is filled with the pulsating, joyful, and playful energy of life. Enjoy the day!
Tuesday, March 16, 2010: Expand your
"understanding" today. We use only 10% of our brain and this estimate is probably generous! Today, seek
to understand something that has eluded you. Perhaps it is not a "something," but rather a "someone."
Meditate upon that which you wish to understand, ask compassionate questions, seek an elevated expansion in a relationship.
"Understanding" is the cornerstone of enlightenment.
Monday,
March 15, 2010: Watch for the evidence of "beauty" in your life today. Acknowledge
beauty - this simple act can lift you from despair, empower you to proceed, and inspire the creation of something lasting
and meaningful. The amount of beauty in the world far outweighs the ugliness. Create something beautiful today
and expand "beauty's" reach.
Friday, March 12, 2010: Stay in Spirit today, stay in love. Today, practice coming from the energy of love with every word you
say, every step you take, and everything you choose to create. You are a loving, creative, solid being, and you can
express this with every move you make. And if perhaps you fall short from time to time - that's okay. Rise again...Begin
again. You are loved.
Thursday, March 11, 2010: Bring
together the jagged, inconsistent, contorted, rough edges of your life today. Embrace the smooth, congenial, and consistent
possibilities - they exist for the taking. You can create a more cohesive reality in all aspects of your life.
Whether you are seeking health, wealth, or love...it can all come beautifully together under a blanket of creative synthesis.
Wednesday,
March 10, 2010: Today's message has to do with the energy of "birth." As spring
approaches, we see the earth awakening. As human beings, we resonate with the cycles of the earth, this is a primal
awareness. It is natural this time of year to feel invigorated by the warmth of the sun after a long winter. What
is it that longs to be reborn within you; forgiveness, joy, compassion, release? Spend some time outside today and let
the timeless wisdom of the Great Mother speak to you.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010: We receive inspiration from many sources. I can feel inspired by a sunrise, a poem, a beautiful painting,
or a soaring piece of music. But the truth is, that all of this inspiration comes from my connection to God. When
I stay connected to the Holy Spirit throughout the day, I can easily see all the gifts coming my way to inspire and inform
me. Deepen your connection with Spirit today and watch as inspiration flows generously to you.
Monday,
March 8, 2010: Sometimes the smallest gesture of kindness yields the biggest memory of the
day. Whether you are on the receiving end, or the gracious benefactor - "giving" generates an energy like
no other. Look for openings today and give, give, give. A day filled with generosity is never regretted.
Friday,
March 5, 2010: Abundant health, vitality, prosperity, and joy - this is my
wish for you. Focus on "abundance" today and celebrate it's presence in your life. Fix your thoughts on
abundance and you will attract this energy like a magnet to steel. Thoughts shape form and reflect our reality.
Have a magnificent day!
Thursday, March 4, 2010: What is your personal code, what
standard do you insist upon? Do the "right thing" today. Focus on behavior that promotes positive living.
Speak the truth calmly and clearly, stand up for someone whose voice is not as strong, be an example of loving kindness in
your home and community. There are some who do not like the words "right and wrong" and feel that there is only
"what is and what is not." I disagree. This is not about judgment, it is however about honor and conviction
of purpose. You make a difference, you are unique - especially when you are authentic.
Wednesday,
March 3, 2010: Anger must ultimately yield to grace or it becomes a very destructive energy. Making
the choice to diffuse anger by calming the physical and emotional body is a transformational decision. Today, if anger
surfaces, be aware that you have a choice - you can respond with grace.
Tuesday,
March 2, 2010: When most of us think of the word "obedient," we experience a rather
unpleasant taste in our mouth. Just for today, let's consider giving this word it's weighty due. Are you
obedient to your heart, your soul, and your true purpose? Are you listening to the call of your Spirit? Are
you dutifully complying with the beat of your Soul's purpose? We hear that "small still voice" each and every
day....listen more deeply today and be obedient to the wisdom which beckons you listen.
Monday, March
1, 2010: We have a finite amount of time on Earth; realizing this gives you an "edge."
Acknowledging the fact that we are only in this lifetime for a limited time, means we need to be efficient with how we
spend it. Today, practice doing what you love, and loving what you do. Approach what remains of this 24-hour
block of time with grace, enthusiasm, and efficiency. You will never be sorry, as you lay your head down, that you spent
this day well.
Friday, February 26, 2010: Long ago
you dreamt of the future....and here it is! You are here now at the place you hoped you would one day arrive - The Future.
You may have achieved the goals you set for yourself, or perhaps you didn't. Today is a new day and you can regroup
and recommit yourself to your aspirations. Your future is alive and so is your past. Embrace the lessons, the
past is what got you here. The important thing to remember is that your life is happening in this moment. It's
fine to dream about the future, but you must always return to the gift of "now." We must continually
remind ourselves to live in the present until it finally becomes a habit to do so.
Thursday,
February 25, 2010: Humor is pivotal to compassionate living, it is a true act of loving kindness.
When we approach life with a certain "lightness," that energy permeates every environment we enter. Humor
connects us; whether we are loved ones or strangers, we all respond to humor - it is the Universal language of enlightened
Spirituality. Laugh and smile today...Because you can!
Wednesday, February 24, 2010:
Today will either become a memory, or be forgotten all together; this is the nature of the mind.
When we are conscious of this...we connect with "choice." Mindfulness leads us from robotic habit into actualized
living. Embrace your capacity to be awake and aware of your experiences today. Perhaps tomorrow you will take
pleasure in the memory of today.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010: Step into your position of true power. Today, I am thinking of Peter Pan and his desperate attempts
to reconnect with his shadow. Peter knew that as long as he was disconnected from it, he couldn't possibly be whole.
Focus on joining together your positive elements; by doing this, you will create a stronger, more congruent whole, and
therein lies impenetrable power.
Monday, February 22, 2010: To
find "Delight" in one's life is to connect with synthesis. When we combine all the elements of our lives and
place energy toward creating a cohesive whole, we find true harmony. You will find love and lasting joy in your quest
for harmony. Harmonious people generate magnificent lives, you are a "delight"....enjoy your day!
Friday,
February 19, 2010: In the stillness there is power. In the quiet there
is strength. Take the necessary time to retreat and connect with your Sacred Center. We must return to the calm
after periods of haste. There is an ebb and flow to life...activity and inactivity. Take the time to rest your
Soul and rejuvenate; it is imperative to your overall health and well-being.
Thursday, February 18, 2010:
Have the courage today to speak kindly even when you want to do the opposite, to perform tasks
with unconditional love even if you abhor it, and to be the person who can be respected and admired even if you don't
believe it yourself. Stand up today and be the example God knows you can be. It takes courage to live authentically
- you are strong enough to do this. Sometimes we need to "play the part" before we can truly embrace the position.
Have the kind of day you will always remember; "those days" are born from brilliant choices.
Wednesday,
February 17, 2010: Release yourself from the bondage of fear. Don't allow anxiety about
tomorrow or the next day to control your thoughts. Life is happening right now and the future will take care of itself.
Let your mind rest in the certainty that all shall be well. There is a delicate dance between taking proactive steps
now and having faith in the natural unfolding of time. The challenges you face are temporary. Today,
invite your mind to be consumed with positive awareness, this is the "seat of miracles."
Tuesday,
February 16, 2010: Imagine that you are a tightrope walker. Walking the tightrope in complete
balance gives you great joy and a sense of unparalleled accomplishment. Below you to the left is your "work"
and to the right is "play." You hold a long bar in your hands to steady yourself as your cross the expanse
of rope ahead. If you lean too far to the left or right, you make yourself vulnerable and could fall. But when
you walk calmly and hold the bar steady; your balance is a thing of beauty, pride, and accomplishment. Maintain balance
today, do not neglect either aspect of your life; enjoy the harmony you create...this is your life to do with as you choose.
Friday,
February 10, 2010: The cornerstone of Grace is flexibility. When I am flexible in my daily
life, all things flow with much more ease and fluidity. Train yourself to know when to smile and allow for the unexpected
to unfold as it should. Be flexible this weekend and open yourself to the delight of synchronicity...there are no accidents...only
Divine happenstance.
Thursday, February 9, 2010: A message
of joy to you today, joyful is the day! Embrace the energy of true joy, especially if you aren't feeling particularly
"joyful!" Let a smile cross your lips, lift a song of praise to the heavens. Today....is a new day,
fresh with possibilities. Smile, you are alive.
Wednesday, February 8, 2010:
Surrender today to your highest self. Allow all doubt, resistance, and burden to dissolve into
the Great Comforter of All that Is. Melt into the awareness that there is a larger plan and you are an important part
of it. Allow yourself to rest, trust, and know that all is well.
Tuesday,
February 7, 2010: We all have within us a certain inherent "power." Some of us
know our power very well and ignore it; while others use it negatively. Today, identify your power in one word such
as: humor, compassion, sincerity, or humility. Your power is the looking glass through which you view the world. The
"seat of power" is the attribute we were born with, and when used properly it propels us in a postive direction.
Power is far more than strength and true power never manipulates....it exemplifies.
Monday,
February 6, 2010: Look at the world through the eyes of an adventurer today! Every
task, no matter how mundane, can reveal lessons you knew nothing of yesterday. Each conversation, every interaction, can
bring forth a new song within your soul. Rejoice and enjoy your adventures today! The greatest "treks"
are here and now - in this moment.
Friday, February 5, 2010:
Practice evolved communication skills this weekend. Elevate your communication to an art
form. Pay close attention to the words you speak, the way you touch, and the skill with which you write. The world is
in need of better communicators, now more than ever before. Be a part of the positive flow, and express peace through your
offerings, whether they are in word or deed. Bless yourself and those around you with skillful, loving, and artful communication.
Thursday,
February 4, 2010: Patience is more than endurance. It is being able to respond with grace when
the world around you is anything but that! The more success you have at transforming impatience, the greater your success
will be at remaining calm. Take small steps today if need be, grow your wings. Soon, you will fly through each day -
strong, sound, stable, and secure in your "patience."
Wednesday,
February 3, 2010: Many of us suffer with something I call the "over-complexity syndrome."
Our lives have become so complicated that one task seems to flow right into the next, day after day. It is imperitive to connect
with the most sincere, honest, and uncomplicated elements in our lives that bring us true joy. These moments are not scheduled
or manipulated. They are spontaneous and a result of placing ourselves in circumstances within our own environment that provide
us with simple and uncomplicated opportunites to experience true joy. You make time for everything else in your life, make
the time to enjoy the simple pleasures that surround you also.
Tuesday,
February 2, 2010: Are you healed? Do you feel sound in your mind,
body, and spirit? We are living beings and therefore our energy and wellness fluctuates daily. We must learn how
to be consistently well "within." When the Spirit is well, mind and body follow suit. Address what needs
healing today, love yourself.
Monday, February 1, 2010: It is the
first day of a new month! Take a few moments today to become clear about the month ahead. "Clarity" is defined
as a quality or condition of being clear. When we are "clear" we become greater vehicles of our desires. Clarity
helps to define our direction and purpose, it yields immeasurable gifts. Do yourself a great service today and gain clarity
over your position and purpose in the month ahead, then you can set the intention...and remember...all things are
possible when we embrace the energy of Intention.
Friday, January 29, 2010: Confront your uncertainty, fear, and intimidation today; be Courageous. When doubt fills your mind,
replace it with courage. Be loyal to yourself and your heartfelt beliefs. Let not opposition or fear of reprisal stop you
from advancing your True Soul's Purpose. Today...Be true to yourself...Be courageous in your convictions.
Thursday,
January 28, 2010: You have the power to shift your mood and alter the outcome of your day. You
can change the energy around you with one simple act...Smile. The energy that a smile creates is transformational, positive,
uplifting, and unique. Smile at some who is experiencing difficulty and watch the shift within them. Smile for yourself
when you are feeling anxious, stressed, or hopeless. If you smile enough in your life, you will move your thoughts toward
a more enlightened stance, thereby attracting to you all that you desire. Smile You Are Alive!
Wednesday, January
27, 2010: Embrace the energy of Honesty today. You may think that being completely honest will
cause you or someone close to you pain. However, when honesty is approached with compassion and sensitivity...it is a true
offering of love. When we are honest with ourselves and those around us, we offer genuine and authentic versions of ourselves.
Honesty promotes better living and wiser choices. Listen to your heart today and be honest.
Tuesday,
January 26, 2010: You will never be happy if you cannot dwell peacefully in the present moment.
This moment is where life is happening. You may live another day, or you may not. You can plan for tomorrow, but
you must not place all your energy there. Today....you are alive. Celebrate and wake up to the wonders around
you.
Monday, January 25, 2010: Forgiveness is like the tide. Daily events bring memories crashing to the shore; sometimes we aren't
adept enough to realize our agitation has been triggered by a painful/unforgiven event from the past. When we become
skilled at recognizing our emotions, we can let the tide carry the residue of sadness and resentment away. Don't assume
that it will not return at some point, but instead celebrate that in this moment...you have been victorious. In this
way, you will be ever more able to release....the next time a large wave crashes over your bow.
Friday, January
22, 2010: There is a stirring in every heart, a longing within, to do what you were put on this
earth to do. Many will say, "I don't know what that one thing is." This tells me you haven't been silent
long enough to hear the stirring of your heart...the longing of your soul. What are you waiting for? Are you waiting
for someday....Someday when you have the time, or the money, or the courage? "Someday" is here, it has arrived
- embrace it, own it, recognize it. You are strong enough to realize your purpose in every way.
Thursday,
January 21, 2010: Contrary to everything our culture would like you to believe....keeping yourself
in perpetual motion is not good for the Soul. As a matter of fact, it is damaging. Make yourself stop and rest!
You may find you are surprised about how much you need to "stop." Many of us think we do not have the time
to do this, but your life is moving at lightning speed - and if you do not stop - it will stop you. When we practice
the Art of Stillness, we get more adept at being still within. As we advance our skill level, we can become
more peaceful and happier, even when we are driving 75 miles per hour down the highway of life. Be still today for a
few moments and allow yourself to dwell in peacefullness, therein lies true happiness and fulfillment.
Wednesday, January
20, 2010: Divisiveness causes profound discord, this we know. The inability to come
together and hear one another's point of view without creating discord in our homes and communities is a poison. At
least once today....push yourself to respond differently when faced with opposition. Respond rather than react.
Tuesday, January
19, 2010: Do you have a practice in place to assist you when you feel frustrated? Perhaps
you have lost your patience and are about to say something unkind. Today's tip is, "walk it off." Breathe
and walk. Before you speak in anger, remove yourself from the situation and take a walk, even if it is a very short
one. Walk and Breathe. That's all you have to do. Allow yourself a few moments to be comforted by the
movement of your body and breath - in harmony. Let the energy of this practice soothe the discontent within. Then...and
only then...can you return to the situation with calm authority and take care of things with skilled intent.
Monday, January
18, 2010: Do you have a dream? What is it? Acknowledge the dream you hold within, visualize yourself
acheiving it, put into place the elements which will support you in realizing that dream. Follow these steps and you will
not only walk in the footprints of those great souls who have gone before you - but you will forge your own path as well. Nobody
else can make the difference you can make. Today we celebrate the life of a man who not only "Had a dream,"
but was also courageous enough to fulfill it.
Friday, January 15, 2010:
Today's tip is....figure out which areas in your life have unfinished business. Pick something to "finish"
this weekend! Choose something that you have been putting off out of fear, laziness, or anger. Single out that
one thing and then address it. Whether it means a phone call, a letter, a personal visit, or some time spent in reflection
and prayer. Find forgiveness, celebrate your freedom, and move forward. The only way to embrace a healthy future
is through the practice of forgiving the past.
Thursday, January 14, 2010:
There are many things we can do each day to contribute to the overall sense of well-being, safety, and
satisfaction in the world. Open your heart to charitable kindness today. Do something unexpected and loving for a loved one...and
a stranger. Two acts of unconditional love today...that is the challenge....that is the suggestion...you will reap far more
than you sow.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010: When natural
disasters occur, we often feel helpless. We see images of people suffering deeply and feel great compassion and sadness
for their plight. Our Brothers and Sisters in Haiti are suffering greatly right now. There are many concrete
things that the American people and others around the world will do to supply medical care and other essentials...but for
most of us, today we will live our lives, and there is really only one thing we can do. Do not discount the power and
breadth of this one thing. "Pray." Pray with your whole heart and soul; pray with the heartfelt desire
that help will come, and lives will mend. Dedicate the warm cup of coffee you drink to those who are suffering.
Offer up the warm meal you enjoy to those who have died. Give of yourself in this way - not out of guilt - but with
full awareness that it does make a difference. Our prayers and positive thoughts uplift the burden carried by so many.
Tuesday, January
12, 2010: Go about your day with an enthusiastic Spirit! The effort it takes to be
negative is far greater than the effort it takes to be positive. If you are feeling resistant in carrying out a particular
task today, stop for a moment, take a deep breath and smile. Rededicate yourself to the well-being of your family, your
friends, your community, and yourself. Connect with why you do what you do. Be enthusiastic.....You Are Alive.
Monday,
January 11, 2010: Embrace the energy of "kindness" today. It is easy to say, but quite
challenging at times to accomplish. "Kind" by definition is: "Of a generous or warm-hearted nature. To
show sympathy and understanding." Embracing this energy means rejecting the antithesis. When you feel agitation
welling up inside of you, let it go. You have the capacity to embrace kindness throughout your daily pursuits.
Friday,
January 8, 2010: There is no death.....Only life. Death is the shedding of one's outer shell,
pure and simple. Life is eternal. We live and live and live - changing form - transforming. We see examples of this everywhere.
Look at the natural world and you will see that God created us like the Oak Tree. We live forever. Acorns become trees and
so on - and so forth. Waste not another day with worry. Your life is eternal, get to the good stuff and enjoy your eternity
with purpose and Divine direction.
Thursday, January 7, 2010: An "extraordinary" life is one led with integrity, generosity, humor, and magnanimous gestures of
kindness. Leading with your heart, and coupling that instinct with your own innate intelligence. And most of all, it is leaving
this plane of existence better than you found it.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010:
It is the sixth day of the New Year. How are you doing so far? If you are suffering and feel unsure
about how to proceed....Give. The act of Giving is the perfect clarifying agent. We must make each season, the Season
of Giving, and not just at Christmastime. Empower someone who has lost their way today. The person you assist may profoundly
affect the life of someone you love tomorrow. In giving, we gain far more than we can imagine.
Tuesday,
January 5, 2010: "Today I will let go of my anger. I will soften my gaze and choose forgiveness
over pride, happiness over sorrow." From THE CATERPILLAR'S FLIGHT by Laura Lester Fournier
Monday,
January, 4, 2010: Do you believe in Magic? Defined as a "mysterious quality of enchantment;"
ask a child about magic. Children are closest to God in many ways, because they have so recently been in His loving embrace
and are very aware and available for "magic." Magical is the sunrise, the sunset, the stardust, and the sparkling
dew. Magical is This Moment. Don't let the day pass without acknowledging the magical daily events in your life......celebrate!
Friday,
January 1, 2010: A New Year and a New Decade has arrived, another opportunity to begin again.
Bring fresh perspective into this new calendar year. Commit to making changes that you have only dreamt about. Challenge yourself
in making this the year you keep your word....to yourself. Forgive, Believe, Surrender, Celebrate.....You Are Alive.
Have a beautiful day!
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