Tag Archives: Creativity

How To Fly…

When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.Henry Ford

head winds

The world is being buffeted with hard situations. Let’s remember that there’s always light at the end of the tunnel and that there’s a silver lining to just about every situation. Let’s learn from the Japanese people on how to stay stoic and civilized even when the worst happens!

flight

All will be well. We must have faith and believe that; then continue to move in a forwardly direction. That’s the way out, that’s what’s required, let’s keep at it, because we’ll have no choice then, but to fly!

Daily Affirmation: Today I rise with the wind!

Recommendation: The Urantia Papers

The Urantia Book: Indexed Version with free Audio Book on DVD (Can only be played on a computer with a DVD drive.)Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6

Connect & Ascend

Even when the air currents are ascending, no bird can soar except by outstretched wings.  – The Urantia Papers

connect to the currents

Physical and spiritual currents are astir within the Universe. By discovering these currents we can be carried by them. The connection is made via intention and effort. We must ask questions and universal intelligence responds by answering through a variety of channels. Listening comes next, as we listen and act, the connection becomes stronger and we rise higher…

intelligent effort

We are like birds, we must learn to fly first and then hop on to these universal currents. As we gain new experiences and skills the Universe provides just the right grist for ongoing development. Intelligent effort is required, there are no free rides.

Daily Affirmation: Today I ascend via intelligent effort.

Recommendation: The Urantia Papers

The Urantia Book: Indexed Version with free Audio Book on DVD (Can only be played on a computer with a DVD drive.)Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6

Authoring Our Self…

 

You must have control of the authorship of your own destiny.  The pen that writes your life story must be held in your own hand.Irene Kassorla

we’re responsible

We can’t allow fashion or popular culture to influence us unduly. We should take what works for us and reject that which we think will impress others. How can we be aware of that which we borrow for effect?

originality = destiny

How can we create our destiny without originality? I posit that it becomes easier and effortless if we’re original and truly dancing to the music inside us. The more we look to others or compare our lot with everyone around us, even Tom, Dick and Harry, the more effort is required to become ‘successful’.

Daily Affirmation: Today I author myself.

Recommendation: Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken…
by Mike Robbins

Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken: Transform Your Life with the Power of AuthenticityKindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6

Signs For Life

All things are filled of signs, and it is a wise man who can learn about one thing from another. – Plotinus.  – Plotinus

there if we notice

If we believe that life isn’t random and that there might be a design as well as a designer then life and things have meaning. Meanings that we must discover, patterns that we must uncover, and connections that hide undercover.

creating meaning

But assuming that there is pre-existing meaning might be a mistake. Here’s why: It could be quite possible that God (the designer) is delighted when we give things and events our own meaning, brand new meaning, something not put together ever before!! In other words creation rejoices when we create. What do you think?

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM watchful for signs.

Recommendation: The Power of Small by Linda Kaplan Thaler

The Power of Small: Why Little Things Make All the DifferenceKindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6

Being Original

Originality is unexplored territory. You get there by carrying a canoe – you can’t take a taxi. – Alan Alda

being childlike

Originality and creativity come from a playful mode of being. To be creative is to be child-like. As we know children are rarely in a hurry. Children are also extremely curious. And, children always want to have fun. Combine the 3 and we might be onto something!

fun + curiosity + eternity

Life can’t be lived by a formula but the human mind always creates one. When we bring childlike fun and curiosity together along with an easy going attitude the result will likely be an original creation.

Daily Affirmation: Today I create by being childlike.

Recommendation: Things I Overheard While Talking to Myself
by Alan Alda

Things I Overheard While Talking to MyselfKindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6

Terra Firma!

I like terra firma; the more firma, the less terra.  – George S. Kaufman

firma

How do we find stability amidst constant change? How do we feel good during turmoil? How can we forge-on despite setbacks?

terra

For one by beating fear. Also by laughing at ourselves especially when we take us and life too seriously! In fact that ought to be a big clue! As soon as we start taking our life and circumstances too seriously, let’s step back, tickle ourselves and others involved and laugh ourselves crazy!!

Daily Affirmation: Today I laugh.

Recommendation: This Time I Dance! by Tama J. Kieves

This Time I Dance!: Creating the Work You LoveKindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6

In Your Hands

Unhappiness is the realization that you don’t know how to save yourself. Happiness is the realization that you do know how to save yourself.  – Vernon Howard

loss of control

This is an amazing quote, why? Because it underscores exactly why we feel unhappy. We feel depressed when we think, at some level, often at a deep subconscious level, that things are hopeless for us. Next time you feel sad, check into yourself and try to trace your thoughts back to how it started…

up to us

Turns out that when we feel in control and know that all is well, we feel happy. Vernon was a true mystic, I’ve loved reading his books (I first read the book below about 30 years ago) and highly recommend them. Our happiness is directly linked to our ability to master our thoughts and to discern truth. We must know what needs to be fixed, that will then lead to ways to address that apparent problem.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM my own master.

Recommendation: The Mystic Path to Cosmic Power by Vernon Howard

The Mystic Path to Cosmic PowerKindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6