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Quotes - 2012

Why Is There Suffering?

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God is never wrathful, vengeful, or angry.  – The Urantia Papers

suffering

Suffering is rampant on our planet. Suffering exists because of some of these factors in my opinion:

1) The nature of reality at our level of existence: Given that we’re made of flesh, blood and emotions, it’s inevitable that we will suffer physically and emotionally. Suffering is not optional in this realm.

2) Our choices: Humans make choices that result in happiness and suffering. We must be responsible for making such choices. Humans are behind most suffering on Earth.

3) Benefits of suffering: We grow when we suffer. We become wiser as we live life. God has a plan that takes advantage of the intense living that we experience on our planet.

“Is pleasure–the satisfaction of happiness—desirable? Then must man live in a world where the alternative of pain and the likelihood of suffering are ever-present experiential possibilities.” – Life’s Inevitabilities (The Urantia Papers)

God

God is not human. He does not get angry. He does not visit punishment on his children. He is love. Just like we see far more than our child who cries so soulfully when hurt, so does God when he sees us suffering. There’s much more to life and to God’s plan for us than we can ever imagine while still on this planet! Rejoice, we truly have nothing to worry about because we are eternal beings!!

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM embracing all Life.

Recommendation: The Urantia Papers

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Quotes - 2012

How To Succeed In Life…

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It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed.  – Napolean Hill

happy?

Our level of happiness is the truest measure of success. Are we happy with us? Are we happy with others? Are we happy at our jobs? These questions are applicable to businesses too. Is the company we work at a happy place? Is the CEO and management happy? Even the profit motive that underscores all of Capitalism is meant to create happiness, eventually. Happiness is the end goal!! Right?

others

If we’re focused on self we won’t be very happy. Why, because we’ll be narrow-minded and not consider others in our happiness equation. The Universe is focused on everyone and everything. It seeks the highest good for everyone. To gain God’s cooperation in our lives, we must be focused on a cause that’s greater than self. A profit-centered business will be greater if it pursues a larger societal goal as well. This principle applies at both the micro and macro levels…

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM helping others first!

Recommendation: Success: Through a Positive Mental Attitude by Napolean Hill

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What’s The Only Way Forward?

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You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.  – Martin Luther King, Jr.

grace

Grace is when we’re gentle. Gentle towards self and others. We know that the Universe is filled with goodness and that Life is not a struggle. We expect it all to work out. We trust God.

love

With grace in our hearts love begins to blossom. In that state, and it’s generally not a constant one, we’re full. In that fullness we forgive easily. Life is effortless even though we know not what comes next.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM full of grace and love…

Recommendation: Love: What Life Is All About by Leo F. Buscaglia

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Quotes - 2012

Why We Must Run From ‘Normal’!

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Everything depends upon what we take as normal.  – Vernon Howard

normal

The normal is our enemy. It makes us complacent. It leaves us hypnotized. We stay lazy and never deal with that which must be faced. We assume that whatever’s going on is ok. We don’t question all that we do habitually.

stop and look!

It’s time we stopped and looked. Just like we ask kids to do so when crossing a street. Let’s stop to become more aware of that which we consider normal or just a habit. This pause will serve us well.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM stopping to look around!

Recommendation: The Mystic Path to Cosmic Power by Vernon Howard

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What’s The Easiest Way Out?

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The fastest way to get to a new-and-improved situation is to make peace with your current situation.  – Abraham

escape

Most of us want to escape some aspect of our current lives. Some of us want more money. Some want the next best job. Many desire a much better relationship experience. Everyone wants to feel more secure and happy.

make peace with what is

We cannot escape that which we must face now. If we attempt to do that, no matter where we go or what we do we’ll feel the same level of insecurity. We must make full peace with what’s going on. Why do we need more money, why isn’t what we have enough? Why do we need that next job, what are we trying to get away from? And what do we really seek in our relationships, what’s missing in the current situation? Until we can face it now and be at peace with it, we’ll continue feeling unsettled.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM at peace with All That Is…

Recommendation: The Law of Attraction by Esther Hicks

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How Much Are We Willing to Worry?

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If I had my life to live over, I would perhaps have more actual troubles but I’d have fewer imaginary ones. – Don Herold

worrying is expensive!

The more we worry about something the more expensive it gets for our health and well-being. How much more are we willing to sink into this never-ending worry-hole?

life principles

5th Basic Technique to ‘Break the Worry Habit Before it Breaks You’ : Decide just how much anxiety a thing may be worth and refuse to give it more!

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM refusing to worry anymore!

Recommendation: How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie

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How We Can Improve Our Health NOW!

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Nothing else in your experience responds as quickly as your own physical body to your patterns of thought. – Abraham

thoughts

The latest research is affirming the power of thoughts on our bodies. Why do married folk, as they age, start looking like each other? It’s probably because we constantly see each other. Why does medicine work differently for different people? Maybe because of our unique thinking patterns.

Think Yourself Well, an Economist Magazine article, shows how staying calm and positive will have a beneficial impact on the Vagus Nerve in the body which in turn can affect overall well-being. The study also shows how meditation plays a major role in supporting overall health.

healthy!

Even scientists are now starting to understand why our thoughts are so important. Will we learn and use our most effective tool in ways that supports us rather than hurts us?

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM happy and healthy!

Recommendation: The Law of Attraction by Esther Hicks

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