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I've had many clients over the years request my help in teaching them how to control their tempers. "I lose my temper and afterwards feel terrible. I don't want to do this anymore. I need to learn how to control my temper." My response to them is this, "If you lose your keys you seek to find ... Views: 1379
Those of us who make the choice to walk with god and believe that Jesus died to save us from our sin are not thereby free to sin. We still have a responsibility now that we have been reborn in him to strive to live like him. It is time to put away the old ways that admittedly did not serve us ... Views: 910
I’m single. And, honestly, happily so. It’s not that I don’t want a partner, a husband, to share my life with. It’s not that I don’t want love. I do. I long for a union with someone who understands me, accepts me as I am, doesn’t ask me to be anyone but who I am, and who honors me for who I ... Views: 1686
"What I am is how I came out. No one's perfect and you just have to accept your flaws and learn to love yourself."
-Kelly Brook
I'm going to be honest with you.
I didn't always love and accept myself.
In fact, even to this day there are still times when I don't love and accept myself. ... Views: 1175
“At times, do you feel like you are about to lose your mind? Are you constantly on the go wishing for “one moment” to relax?”
Are your emotions “boiling over” because you are holding them prisoner on the inside instead of expressing how you really feel? Are you “stressed” trying to meet the ... Views: 5230
If you are drawn to spiritual growth, you are no doubt “sensitive.” And as we pursue these paths and practices, our sensitivity will certainly grow: sensitivity to our own feelings and “energy” ... and sensitivity to the world around us.
This sensitivity is of course a strength, as we need it ... Views: 1783
I've been actively meditating since 1972, when I was 16 years old. There was some meditation in church when I was growing up, but I didn't participate. My first real experience with meditation was listening to "My Sweet Lord," by George Harrison. As I listened, the chanting in the background ... Views: 3716
Meditating on a consistent, daily basis shouldn’t be viewed as “taking time away” from your schedule. Rather, it’s an opportunity to honor your life by devoting the time needed to center yourself every day so you can face the obstacles around you with a vivacious, courageous spirit. It’s just as ... Views: 1487
If you want more peace and bliss in your life, whether you want to attain enlightenment and states of oneness or you are simply interested in deep relaxation, yoga and healing, then you probably already know that meditation is the best thing you can do. In this short article about meditation, ... Views: 2255
Today’s message from Spirit is to find time to breathe and relax your mind, body, and soul. I know sometimes this is hard to do with so many things on your plate, taking care of your responsibilities, but it is necessary that we take out personal time for ourselves. Meditation is a great way to ... Views: 662
Hurrying down the stairs at the 59th Street subway station in New York City, I ran to jump on the A-line metro train just before the doors closed. Whew… I was on my way. However, the relief was short-lived. A stranger looked at me and determinedly expected me to answer his question, “Where are ... Views: 1395
It’s an overcast, blustery morning on the shores of Lake Chautauqua. The sun has just risen and is trying hard to break through the clouds. I’m the first to arrive this morning out on the point of the bell tower peninsula. I want to claim my special spot under a particular willow tree right ... Views: 1376
We all suffer from a heart that is closed, either a little or a lot, and we spend our life trying to avoid being aware of this, but it is always there in the back of our mind. This article will take the article; “How To Find What You Really Are” a little further.
Our activities and desires ... Views: 1828
The narcissist presents to the world a facade of invincibility, equanimity, superiority, skilfulness, cool-headedness, invulnerability, and, in short: indifference.
This front is penetrated in times of great crises that threaten the narcissist's ability to obtain Narcissistic Supply, or when ... Views: 6029
Change feels like tossing a coin up in the air—you don't know which way it will land, good or bad for the ego? The ego is deeply concerned it will turn out badly. The ego considers the worst case scenarios and fears the worst. It attaches a story to what's going on: "My life is going downhill." ... Views: 2799
Satori is a Japanese Buddhist term for Enlightenment, meaning "understanding". In the Zen Buddhist tradition, Satori refers to the experience of "seeing into one's true nature" (Wikipedia). In this article, we look into the common grounds between Near Death Experience (NDE) and Satori. The ... Views: 2581
Undeserved Forgiveness.
Wow, those 2 words together are powerful! I believe that God grants us undeserved forgiveness and that, in turn, we are meant to allow the same for others. Actually doing it .…..well that’s the hard part. As a Christian, I know and believe that it’s possible to ... Views: 1525
No Reason
Ten years ago, my Uncle John passed away. Although in his eighty’s, it was hard on his son, Johnny. Three months later, Johnny’s only child, his beautiful fourteen year old daughter, was in a car that plunged into an icy Ohio River where she tragically drowned. Her mother, Johnny’s ... Views: 1697
It's easy to get caught up in negative emotions, often without even realizing it. Stop for a moment and check in on how you're feeling.
Is there anything bothering you right now?
Perhaps it's something to do with your finances, your job, a particular relationship, or your health? If you ... Views: 1774
The bills are due.
The job is not going so well.
The kids and wife are unhappy.
Even the dog is not your best friend these days.
What to do?
Ever have this experience? If you have been on Earth more than a couple of years, you certainly have, or at least variations on the themes. ... Views: 1311
I love reading the Sunday funnies. One of my favorites is For Better or Worse by Lynn Johnston. In a recent comic, the young child, Mike, was having a bad day. Trying to construct a building out of Lego-type pieces, gravity was working against him as the entire structure collapsed. In a fit of ... Views: 1896
I may be in danger of breaking into song here – and anyone who has heard me sing will confirm that you don’t want to be there when that happens! Seriously, thought, the well-known hit song does actually say it like it is – “Ooh heaven is a place on earth”! Confirmation of this fact comes from ... Views: 2228
We all know what it is like to be afraid, hesitant, and unsure in our lives. Worried about outcomes or afraid of the past, it can be everywhere we look. Yet it is not real, it is not a true factor in our lives. We give it so much meaning and power. Fear is really a belief that we will fail, ... Views: 917
Our hectic lives today are filled with chores, errands, reminders and to-do lists, all meant to bring us the peace and contentment we continually seek. So, why do peace and contentment remain elusive and how can we get there? The answer lies in the most unexpected of places, a sacred place where ... Views: 834
One area that may be hampering peace in our lives often goes unnoticed. It is so engrained in our daily routine that we often don’t see it or realize it. In our quest to find peace and let go of the past, we tend to leave one string attached. That string is called JUDGMENT.
Don’t mistake this ... Views: 863
Every day of the week, in cities, towns and rural areas, across the U.S. and many foreign countries, in church basements, storefronts, member-owned clubs and living rooms, even some large auditoriums, people from all walks of life gather in pockets of peace, serenity, mutual support, ... Views: 1407
People-pleasers dread conflicts and wish to avoid them (they are conflict-averse) - hence their need to believe that they are universally liked. Always pleasant, well-mannered, and civil, the conflict-averse people-pleaser is also evasive and vague, hard to pin down, sometimes obsequious and, ... Views: 7819
What is the best outlook to have on life? If we are to have one perspective, what should it be and where should it come from? We can look at life in so many ways. We can see it as a struggle, as something to be fought against, as a hardship. At times, do we not see life from this vantage point, ... Views: 1275
Throughout the years life has been a long grind and it has been difficult to find any sense in it. Even for those better off it simply seemed a case of going nowhere only going in greater style. Bit by bit, I had convinced myself I was trapped.
I didn’t believe anything glorious and ... Views: 1226
When we discuss the concept of the warrior many people will often think of fighting and violence. Our minds are drawn to the soldier who fights to maintain freedom for his or her country and to advance the cause of the nation without question, or to Rambo who goes and shoots up hundreds of ... Views: 1558
Today there are many who wish to share specific guidance and bring forth love and hope for a brighter future. Know that the future is not predestined. You and all the other beings on this planet co-create this world. As it stands now, there is a probability that extensive changes will occur ... Views: 1581
Throughout our lives we may come to points where we ask why are we here, what are we meant for? We may look this question in the eye, wonder for a bit, and then move on. For to ask, you need to know, how does one go about succeeding at this? Where do you gain your own personal knowledge about ... Views: 677
Interesting you would ask me this, as others have asked me this question, too, and I suppose it is because I no longer pretend to believe that Christianity is the only way to know God. Yet, as far as my own faith journey is concerned, I regard myself as more Christian today than I've ever ... Views: 2976
QUIZ:
EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE CHECK
Each adult person has different types of emotional baggage.
If you have been lied to and/or cheated on, you may have a fear of deception.
You may show signs of being overly suspicious of others and guarded.
You expect the worst in most situations ... Views: 4096
Enlightenment is a journey; it is a way of seeking to understand all that is important and the truth of our own being. It is a goal and at the same time a way of existing in the world. It is without trying and without finding, for it is a presence that is already within. Each of us is capable ... Views: 972
The reason people get terribly discouraged when they pray and can't hear God is because it seems as if God is not answering them. In order to keep faith, we have to open our minds to the idea that just because we believe "God doesn't care about me" or "God doesn't exist" doesn't mean it's ... Views: 1414
Let the season of rebellion begin! Rebel against, tyranny and injustice; against anger and depression. Rebel against disingenuous attitudes and those thoughts that want to box you in by claiming more freedom for you if only you give up control of your personal life and cede it to others. Rebel ... Views: 1488
What are regrets exactly? I think I’ve come to a place in life where I don’t believe in them….don’t buy into or sign up for them. After all, I love my life today. And the road I’ve traveled to get here has made me who I am. So yes, mistakes have been aplenty but each one has gotten me here, to ... Views: 1300
The bubble of fear and love reminds me of something my High School Chemistry/Physics teacher drew on the chalkboard. It was a diagram of the universe and the anti-universe. He said that black holes connected the two together. Here in our physical world, our universe, was us and what we see. The ... Views: 2642
Another year has come and gone and at some point most of us will look back and contemplate what has gone before. Some of us will see it as an amazing year that has brought us to a new deeper understanding of ourselves and others will be feeling the pain that may have shown us things we didn’t ... Views: 1152
Most of us enjoy riding roller coasters because they're exciting. There's a rather fine line between excitement and terror, and if you've ever had a 'bad trip' on a roller coaster ride, you know what it's like to cross that line, but we actually like being a little scared, and that's really why ... Views: 1666
Most of us have routines. We do this, then we do that. I think routines are great containers for our lives. They provide a space in which to explore and live life fully. However, if the routine is not serving our highest interests, then perhaps its time to re-evaluate your routine and create ... Views: 1774
The need for releasing oneself from the tyranny of thought is clear for those who embark on the inward journey. They begin to understand the natural by-products of that release, namely, life’s sacredness and its intrinsic purity.
The accretion of several items on the mind from childhood ... Views: 1507
SEEING THROUGH THE FOG OF THESE TIMES
by Martin F. Luthke, Ph.D.
Last night I was in for a surprise: Accidentally still wearing my reading glasses, I looked into the bathroom mirror. Wow! I discovered details in my face I did not know were there! The real surprise wasn’t the stray bristles ... Views: 1219
In the past, I have spoken about the importance of forgiveness towards others. Just as equally important if not more, is forgiveness toward our self. We tend to beat up on ourselves when we have done something we consider to be wrong. We all make mistakes from time to time and we are all ... Views: 948
Living from the presence of God within means to have come to the realization of Spirit and trust it, and rely on in more than you have previously relied on the world to take care of you, provide you with jobs, shelter and clothing.
When you no longer think that you have to join the flock who ... Views: 1320
Gratitude is in the air these days, more and more, as a spiritual practice to uplevel and uplift your life. Authors such as Deepak Chopra, Edwene Gaines, Neale Donald Walsch, Diane Harmony and many more extol the power of gratitude. After all, one cannot be depressed or angry while in a state of ... Views: 1625
Shaping our Destiny with Conscious Intentions
How can we stay motivated enough to CREATE CHANGE on a daily basis?
I’d like to share that the KEY (the not so secret – secret!) to staying motivated and inspired is keeping our goals and intentions very clearly etched in our minds! We must ... Views: 2048
A recent email announcement sent to my entire database promoting my latest book, The Great Truth: Shattering Life's Most Insidious Lies That Sabotage Your Happiness Along With the Revelation of Life's Sole Purpose, prompted two angry responses. In both cases, the recipients took offense to my ... Views: 1622
Those possessing the wealth of a brilliant intellect too are scientists in a certain sense. Various institutions and systems of the government and society work as per their directions and pressure. Lest social vile traditions and individual unethical activities/behavior were vehemently opposed ... Views: 1022