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Quotes - 2011

Why The ‘Big Picture’ Matters…

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Every situation, properly perceived, becomes an opportunity to heal. – A Course in Miracles (ACIM)

the small picture

We’re head-deep into maya, or what we may call the ‘small picture’. Our view and experience is extremely circumscribed. We’re boxed in by our culture, our country, our gender, our thoughts (assumptions/biases) and by matter itself.

the big picture

Only by glimpsing the big picture can we hope to feel better about all that goes on in our lives and around the world. That glimpse is more easily caught when we believe in a Creator in whom we have faith. Faith and hope are the vehicles which can bring us peace in the current moment… Once we find that peace then healing (of any sort) can start to take place.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM hopeful.

Recommendation: A Course in Miracles by Dr. Helen Schucman

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Quotes - 2011

The Secret To Happiness…

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Happiness is a state of being, and comes from the inside of you. By the law of attraction you must become on the inside what you want on the outside. – Rhonda Byrne

inside first

The thought creation must come first! The feeling that would normally accompany the manifestation of that thought must appear alongside the thought. If we want strawberry ice-cream for dessert we must imagine having that ice-cream, complete with the feeling we would experience and the taste of the ice cream on our tongue, the more detail the better! Imagine the exact circumstances, the bowl, the color of the bowl, the ice-cream brand, the sweet cold aroma of fresh ice cream, the spoon used, the time of day, the exact setting etc… Because we’re fellow creators with the Creative Force the Universe is compelled to respond…

the real secret

The real secret isn’t about manifesting what we desire into our lives; even though the Law of Attraction does deliver, it’s about experiencing happiness. So the trick is to imagine the highest, which at one level is happiness. So imagine and feel the happiness and the rest shall follow.

Better still imagine happiness for the whole world! Imagine being an instrument of God that does her will on this planet. When we desire everyone’s happiness we seek the highest for everyone collectively. That then is the highest secret. Seeking God’s will for us as we become his instruments in our daily lives!

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM, and we are, happy!

Recommendation: The Secret by Rhonda Byrne

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Quotes - 2011

Why We Must Trust!

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Trust creates peace. – ‘Yogi Tea’ Fortune

what’s missing?

Something is definitely missing in our lives. What is it? We search for it incessantly and we don’t quite find it. We look for it in relationships, in cars and gadgets, at work and in our hobbies but that ‘something’ stays mostly elusive! What is it? What is it that’ll help us be at peace and fulfilled?

trust!

An ultimate answer will never be forthcoming! Why? Because life, God’s creation, is endless and eternal, just like God. We can continually progress as we move along; we’re never ‘there’ though. But there is something we can attain while on the journey. And that’s a certain peace. How can we start feeling this peace? Via trust and faith. We must trust, that as children of the ‘most high’ we are safe, all is well and that all will be well. Such peace is accentuated via stillness.

Daily Affirmation: Today I trust!

Recommendation: God Is Closer Than You Think by John Ortberg

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Quotes - 2011

Why We Have Brains!

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You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. – Dr. Seuss

give up?

We’re all faced with big challenges at some time or another. How do we handle them? What are we truly made of? What assets and strengths can we bring to bear? What can we be proud of? Who can we rely on? How serious are we about self-transformation?

steer differently!

It’s up to us! We can choose our goals. We can use our brains, our assets, our gifts, our strengths and plow our way to the destination we choose! Let’s accept no excuses whether they come from us, others or even our own assumptions. Let’s claim our heritage as children of God and refuse to be defeated!

Daily Affirmation: Today I choose my destiny!

Recommendation: Living the Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes

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Quotes - 2011

Why Anxiety Doesn’t Work!

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You are born into the world, but no amount of anxiety and no manifestation of impatience will help you to grow up. You must, in all such matters, wait upon time. Time alone will ripen the green fruit upon the tree. – Jesus, Urantia Papers

it takes time & space!

Time and space … think about it … why do they exist? They exist to allow for experience and growth to occur. When we’re observant experience leads to wisdom. Wisdom leads to happiness and a better life. How to get there?

patience

Patience comes from breathing deeply and realizing that it takes time and space to accomplish all. Patience come from having faith. Hurry produces worry. Worry leads to poor mental and physical health. Which means we can’t be very clear about our soul direction, which in turn means we’ll never be fulfilled or happy! So let’s breathe deeply and take it easy. No one is irreplaceable…

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM a deep breather!

Recommendation: The Urantia Papers

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Dale Carnegie, Quotes - 2011

How To Wow Anyone!

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Many persons call a doctor when all they want is an audience. – Reader’s Digest

just listen

How can we impress anyone? How can we help anyone instantly? By simply listening to them. Most people like to talk, even those who don’t talk much love to talk when given a real chance. Just like people love to hear their name, they love even more to hear their own voice! When we give that gift to anyone, we are more appreciated than we can imagine!

life principles

7th Principle: Be a good listener. Encourage others to talk about themselves.

This simple technique works wonders. But let’s not use it as a technique. Let’s use it to genuinely listen and learn about others, their problems and goals. Then we can be better equipped to help them in their journey.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM a real listener!

Recommendation: How To Win Friends And Influence People by Dale Carnegie

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Quotes - 2011

What Creates Diamonds?

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What is to give light must endure burning. – Viktor Frankl

light

We were born to be ‘lights’ to others around us. We already are. How? When we highlight the amazing strengths and creativity that we already possess and use them for others’ benefit. How can we transform our selves to burn even brighter?

challenges

Notice the challenges and travails that kids go through. They might be overwhelmed and feel as though their world was ending! But adults often know better … that a broader perspective might be applicable to their situation. We also know that the experience might be a teaching moment for them. No brain surgery here, the same logic applies to our own suffering and challenges. Let’s apply a higher perspective when we can!

Daily Affirmation: Today I see from a higher perspective!

Recommendation: The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success by Deepak Chopra

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