15 Monday Oct 2012
Poster source: Positive Outlooks
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I noticed yesterday that I was happy for no reason; my mind was still while I was cooking. Then when I went into my mind, even if my thoughts were positive, I was pulled out of that space of pure contentment. This confirmed to me that Eckhart Tolle and other sages are right when they teach that we need to stay present. When we get into our heads, we miss the NOW.
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15 Sunday Jul 2012
Posted in consciousness, positive thinking, Spirituality, Uncategorized
Photographer: Clive Harris
For most people to be happy, there has to be a person, place, or thing involved in their happiness. In true happiness, there are no things involved. It’s a natural state. You will abide in that state forever. – Robert Adams
When happiness is conditional, we lose it once the source of our happiness is removed. I admit I am too human to not place happiness on conditions, such as having a very healthy and loving relationship with my mate. I have however, tasted happiness and peace for no reason in moments of tremendous challenges, such as when I lost most of my hearing in April of this year.
I am grateful that our true nature is a silent and peaceful one, but the misuse and conditioning of our minds blocks the light within. I am even more grateful that we have teachers such as Gandhi who suffered torture while imprisoned, and yet remained at peace (which allows for happiness to be expressed) and remind us as Robert Adams has – that happiness and peace is a state of being that we can abide in forever.
I hope to one day reach this state of being as a way of life.
31 Thursday May 2012
Posted in positive thinking, Spirituality, Uncategorized
I have touched on the subject of perception and the mind, but I enjoy more reminders of the power of our mind as it is not only a spiritual idea but also a psychological one. It balances out the fear and drama we hear from the world and which can affect how we view life. I do not watch the news, but “news” have a away of sneaking in through the internet or well meaning friends wanting to keep me “informed.”
Allow me to share a few quotes with images that I think are beautiful to look at:
As above, so below. As within, so without.” – The Emerald Tablet, circa 3000 B.C.
Creation is always happening. Every time an individual has a thought, or a prolonged, chronic way of thinking, they’re in the creation process. Something is going to manifest out of those thoughts – Michael Beckwith
Be careful what you water your dreams with. Water them with worry and fear and you will produce weeds that choke the life from your dream. Water them with optimism and solutions and you will cultivate success. Always be on the lookout for ways to turn a problem into an opportunity for success. Always be on the lookout for ways to nurture your dream. – Lao Tzu
Every great tradition has told you that you were created in the image and the likeness of the creative source. That means that you have God potential and power to create your world. – James Ray
You are the masterpiece of your own life; you are the Michelangelo of your experience. The David that you are sculpting is you. And you do it with your thoughts. — Dr Joe Vitale
Whether we believe or disbelieve that our thoughts create our reality, or that what we hold within is reflected in the world we experience, one thing is undeniable: having a positive attitude creates a more pleasant life experience. After all, life is perception, what we hold in mind becomes the movie we project for ourselves. The following poster sums it up nicely.
As for me, I continue to unplug the signals, and say goodbye to movies I don’t like. And a part of me, says “it’s about time and thank you!”
09 Wednesday May 2012
Posted in healing, Inspiration, positive thinking
“You must find the place inside yourself where nothing is impossible.” – Deepak Chopra
A few of you are aware I experienced a challenge last month with the sudden loss of hearing which I shared in my blog entry: The Twilight Zone World of Silence. I have news to share with all. Didn’t think I would be giving this update, so soon!
Last night while I was in my office with the door closed after having emailed with Janet from Thoughts to Mull, I was listening to the sounds my s/o Phil was making outside my office and was getting ready to tease him. It did not dawn on me I was hearing until he walked in. I got all the hearing I lost back! I even hear a little better than what I could hear in the 1990’s (I am taking hearing tests). I am still hearing challenged but not deaf. I had tears while I was waiting today for the bus and could hear the children’s laughter; such sweet sounds that we all take for granted.
This experience has made very aware of the importance of not carrying any stress within. I am talking about the internal stress we may carry around such as fears, concerns about the past or future or getting tense when things do not move quickly enough; wanting things to move quickly is one of my weaknesses.
I was introduced by a friend in the Philippines to the Healing Code by Dr. Alexander Lloyd, which is energy healing that releases stress to the cellular level. When we release stress from the body, the body then can heal. They have thousands upon thousands of testimonials with clinical validation of healing taking place from users all over the world. I have been practicing the Healing Codes everyday for the past few weeks and will continue to do this as I want to continue improving my hearing. You can check their website for more information healingcodes.com. Don’t be put off by the seeming commercial aspect to it as you can do the healing codes on your own without spending money.
I have experienced some internal shifts of a spiritual and emotional nature that I probably will share at some point, but not today as I just wanted to share the good news!
My deepest gratitude to all who sent me energy and prayers or blessed me with your presence here. I recieved your healing intentions/energy as we are all connected. I won’t forget you; I have an elephant’s memory when kindness is extended to me.
Now off to tell my partner that he is making a lot of noise outside in the garden… just love it! 🙂
Post it Note: Janet (Thoughts to Mull) wrote a beautiful poem dedicated to me. The words are in perfect timing. Silence, The Healing Balm
24 Tuesday Apr 2012
Posted in consciousness, positive thinking, Spirituality, Uncategorized
I am always fascinated by the potential that the power of belief can have in one’s life. I have read of cases where patients with multiple personalities will develop an illness such as gout, allergies, asthma and other illnesses under one personality and when switching to another, the second personality may not have those illnesses whatsoever. All because of the power of belief. I say the brain in this case has enormous power over our bodies based on the thoughts we feed it.
The power of belief further extends into other areas of our lives. The direction of our focus generally tends to attract energetically what we think. When we see the world as an unfriendly place, we attract experiences that support this notion.
I do not think that the “power of belief” is like an Aladdin’s lamp bringing all that we desire into our lives, as we don’t know what our destiny holds for us, but having a healthy belief system where we see life as an adventure with potential for growth and happiness no matter what age group or the conditions of our lives, allows for us to get into a space where life becomes more of a source of wonder.
11 Wednesday Apr 2012
Posted in Inspiration, Love, Onenness, positive thinking, Spirituality
I have a collection of quotes with photos of children that I wanted to share.
I love images combined with words, as they often have an impact on one’s mind and heart. If the information is not reaching the mind, it may reach the heart via images or the images can speak to the mind.
The following collection are one of my favorites as the images of children are pure, full of innocence, and does not conflict with the message (well, at least to my eyes).
Enjoy!
"Intellect alone is not enough to guide us," "To shape the future of the twenty-first century we need something else. Without peace and happiness we cannot take care of ourselves; we cannot take care of other species and we cannot take care of the world." Thich Nhat Hanh
“There are women’s fashion magazines that tell us that in
order to succeed, you have to look a certain way, and use a certain
product. Many young people in our society want to have cosmetic
surgery in order to meet that standard of beauty. They suffer very
much, because they cannot accept their bodies. When you do not
accept your body as it is, you are not your true home. Every child
is born in the garden of humanity as a flower. Your body is a kind
of flower, and flowers differ from one another. Breathing in, I see
myself as a flower. Breathing out, I feel fresh.”
~Thich Nhat Hanh
"I am a patient of Love, you are like medicine for me." Rumi
“The pursuit of truth and beauty is a sphere of activity in which we are permitted to remain children all our lives.” Albert Einstein
08 Wednesday Feb 2012
Posted in positive thinking, Spirituality
Tags
choose love, harmony, I choose love, Love, Peace, unity, world peace
Photo by Howe Montaqgue
I hardly watch the news or read disturbing articles, but occasionally my curiosity gets the best of me, it saddens me to read of man’s inhumanity to another.
Yet, in the midst of the darkness, there is also light. The best way to balance this world is by being light bearers and extending love, prayers and positive thoughts to the planet and to our brothers and sisters.
This quote by Bryon Katie is a reminder of the importance of doing inner work so that we let go of our internal negativity and become a force of peace unto this world:
“A teacher of fear can’t bring peace on Earth. We have been trying to do it that way for thousands of years. The person who turns inner violence around, the person who finds peace inside and lives it, is the one who teaches what true peace is. We are waiting for just one teacher.
You’re the one”
Let’s choose love over fear!
31 Saturday Dec 2011
Posted in Love, meditation, Onenness, positive thinking, Spirituality
Tags
harmony, Inspiration, john lennon, Love, new year, Peace, poetry, Spirituality, wayned dyer, world peace
As the year is coming to an end, what better time to focus on peace and change for ourselves and the betterment of humanity.
I am sharing different music videos that can be listened on a lazy day and perhaps inspire you to create your own changes, or if not, then at least relax you.
Peace I am aware cannot be accomplished overnight, the human condition pretty much show us this, and it used to be discouraging at times for me to see that basically mankind has continued with the conflicts that are centuries old.
Yes, I am a dreamer, and at times a doer. Altough I am very human and have moments of inner struggle, I try to contribute to the consciousness of our world by having peace in my heart and therefore in my home, and in turn I am generally very peaceful towards family, friends and strangers, but in order to experience this, I made personal changes by letting go of what no longer worked for me.
As Lao Tzu said, we need to start with ourselves. One person at a time, can create change.
“If there is to be peace in the world, There must be peace in the nations.
If there is to be peace in the nations, There must be peace in the cities.
If there is to be peace in the cities, There must be peace between neighbors.
If there is to be peace between neighbors, There must be peace in the home.
If there is to be peace in the home, There must be peace in the heart.”
— Lao Tzu (570-490 B.C.)
I admit, I had never heard of this singer, who is English of Scottish-Irish origin; my lifemate shared it with me last year, and I was moved to tears! He was only 10 years old in this clip (he is now 20) and sings with passion, as he asks the questions mankind has often asked, why is there suffering, why is there need and what can we do to help.
Disregarding Michael Jackson’s eccentric ways, I find the late singer was a powerful performer, with yet another reminder that to make a change in the world we need to make a change within ourselves.
As Ghandi said: “Be the change, you wish to see in the world”
Words of true wisdom.
BOB DYLAN – Blowing in the Wind
This song has been described as a protest song, but the lyrics does not preach, or suggest a course of action; it lets the listener listen to the philosophical questions and come to his own answers, which are blowing in the wind – near you, your heart.
The same message of peace has been repeated worldwide for thousands of years, by spiritual leaders to philosophers (well most) and yet we still don’t get it, but one day I assume we will, if not in this generation then in another one.
May the New Year bring everyone love, joy, abundance and the “peace, that passes all understanding!”
08 Thursday Dec 2011
Posted in Inspiration, Love, Onenness, positive thinking, Spirituality, Uncategorized
Tags
change, Inspiration, power of words, Spirituality, Truth, unity, universal
Note from the creator of the film: “This short film illustrates the power of words to radically change your message and your effect upon the world.”
Hope it inspires you.
Enjoy!
28 Monday Nov 2011
Posted in Inspiration, Love, meditation, Onenness, positive thinking, simplifyng life, Spirituality, surrender, Truth
Tags
acceptance, forgiveness, Gary Zukav, harmony, Inspiration, Love, Spirituality, surrender, Truth
“Forgiveness is not a moral issue.
It is an energy dynamic…
Forgiveness means that you do not carry the baggage of an experience.
When you choose not to forgive,
the experience that you do not forgive sticks with you.
When you choose not to forgive,
it is like agreeing to wear dark, gruesome sunglasses that distort everything,
and it is you who are forced every day
to look at life through those contaminated lenses
because you have chosen to keep them.”
Gary Zukav from “The Seat Of The Soul”
Love is The Answer 