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Gentle Cosmic-ness - April 28, 2024
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Let’s take this gentleness to a cosmic level, breathing in Truth, changing our perspectives, and celebrating Life!
Call to Action: "When we enlarge our view of the world, we deepen our understanding of our own lives." - Yo-Yo Ma This cosmic giant of gentleness is calling for us to expand our awareness and liberally apply love and compassion to all the aspects of our lives. It doesn’t matter what the topic is, listen to your body. Get extraordinarily good at being present with the uncomfortableness and not reacting but listening. The uncomfortableness in our world is here to tell us something. This gentleness is not a one and done kind of thing and certainly not this cosmic gentleness. Our practices build it, like a muscle. As we nurture ourselves, we grow it. As we liberate our bodies and nature from worry and stress, we expand it. This cosmic gentleness that we have cultivated and nurtured goes from us to touch and bless the world and generations yet to come. Imagine because of the work we do; generations are raised in gentleness and love. Authenticity and kindness are the new look of success and happiness. Oneness is recognized in each and every one of us. This is ours to do. This is ours to be. This is Cosmic Gentleness in form. This is A Grand Rising. We can’t solve our problems with the same thinking we used to create them. ~ Albert Einstein Affirmation: The world is alive as Love Itself. Our Annual General Meeting via zoom. Please note the new date is Saturday, May 4 @ 10am Pacific Time and everyone is welcome to join, however, you must be a member to vote. The zoom link is posted on our website. I’d also like to remind you to like and subscribe to our YouTube channel and Facebook page. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated, |
Taking It To The Streets - April 21, 2024
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It doesn’t matter what the topic or situation is. This is ours to do. Let’s amp up our gentleness and respond “in kind.”
Call to Action: We are not creating Giant Gentleness from nothing. We are cultivating it. We are encouraging and spreading it. We’ve taken steps to be gentle with ourselves and to hold others in genuine gentleness. Now we support its continued expansion in the work we do, and in our neighborhoods, cultures, political processes, and activism. We are called to share and shine this gentleness into every dark corner. We take this awareness, compassion, gratitude and love to new levels and greater heights. Life is ever evolving as are we. It is obvious in the way we used to do and think about things (individually and collectively). And now we can stand in Love, and we hold Love up as our ruler and our lodestone. We remember there is more to life and whatever is before us than what meets the eye. We choose to breathe and act, not react. We choose to love everyone and everything even when we disagree. This giant is expanding and growing because we have called it forth. Because we choose a world that works for everyone. Life is worth living and loving for all of us. This Giant Gentleness is for all of us. "To enjoy health, bring happiness and peace, one must discipline one's mind. Find the way to enlightenment and wisdom. What you think you become." - the Buddha Affirmation: I breathe gentleness into all the ways our communities and cultures evolve. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. Our Annual General Meeting is Saturday, May 4 @ 10am Pacific Time and everyone is welcome to join; however, you must be a member to vote. The zoom link is posted on our website. |
The Other in Love - April 14, 2024
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We are reflections of each other. As we cultivate gentleness for ourselves, we begin to recognize Love expressing Itself as the others in our lives.
Call to Action: Continuing to build our Giant of Gentleness is not exclusively independent of others. In fact, we are never alone. Being in relationship with others provides some of the most rewarding and exhilarating experiences in life. And they can also be tedious and downright frustrating. Recognizing our oneness with each other gives us introspection and awareness of our own judgements and how that is reflected in our relationships. Loving ourselves is loving the other. Loving the other is loving ourselves. Reaching for “the outpouring of the Divine givingness” in active compassion allows our beloveds to be themselves. It also gives us the space we need to find our own balance and perspective. All relationships are sacred and holy. This gentleness is in how we see those around us as well as ourselves. This gentleness is expanding and growing. Practicing it keeps it alive for us and sends out subtle reminders to all everywhere in the world. Let’s keep this gentle energy going and growing. …the moment you develop a sense of concern for others, you realize that, just like ourselves, they also want happiness; they also want satisfaction. ~ The Dalai Lama – The Wisdom of Forgiveness, p166 Our Affirmation for today is: All of my relationships are Love in form. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. We will be having our Annual General Meeting via zoom. Please note the new date is Saturday, May 4 @ 10am Pacific Time and everyone is welcome to join, however, you must be a member to vote. The zoom link is posted on our website. |
Your Gentleness is Showing - April 7, 2024
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Forgetting who you are is part of the journey. Therefore, let gentleness be your most trusted travel companion.
Call to Action: As of today you are building a culture of Giant Gentleness. A culture where you are comfortable in your own skin and your minds are safe and loving. A culture where you are allowed to mess up without it being the end of the world. A culture where you love yourself more often than not, and when you don’t that’s okay too. Today in this world, you get to be yourself. You get to be different and unique. You get to fail and succeed. You get to have good days and bad days. You get to say what you want and what doesn’t work for you. Too woo-woo for you? Life is so full and rich. And we cut ourselves off from experiencing even the smallest bit of Its goodness because of our judgements. There is so much more to life than what we’ve allowed. So let yourself be gentle with yourself. Begin to think better of yourself. Let ideas of possibility, generosity, and kindness be what you focus on. Know and live from an expanding awareness of Truth that there is a whole universe of things going on. Life is always working out. Be willing to let your perspective change. This is your Giant Gentleness. This is your Grand Rising. If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete. ~ Jack Kornfield – Buddha’s Little Instruction Book Affirmation: I let my gentleness reveal my giant Self. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless your financial contributions today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. We will be having our Annual General Meeting via zoom on Saturday, May 4 @ 10am Pacific Time and everyone is welcome to join, however, you must be a member to vote. The zoom link is posted on our website. |
Don't Go Back to Sleep - March 31, 2024
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We’ve awakened to the Truth of our identity as divine humans, but that doesn’t mean our journey’s over. The work continues, the path leads onward. Don’t go back to sleep!
Call to Action: It’s up to us to invite and commit to this new now moment and its new idea for us, for our communities, and for our world. We’ve awakened to the Truth of our identity as divine-humans, and now we heed Rumi’s exhortation: “Don’t go back to sleep!” We surrender to the divine guidance of indwelling Love-Wisdom, and not only listen to its message for us, but step out, step up, and step forward into conscious, Spirit-centered action. We are the change we wish to see in the world. We are the Love we wish to see in the world. Together, grounded in that divine power and promise working in us/through us/as us, we transform the world. “And we know we can’t go back again to the world that we were living in ‘cause we’re dreaming with our eyes wide open.” ~ Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, The Greatest Showman Affirmation: I embrace infinite possibility as I live the Love I am. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. We will be having our Annual General Meeting via zoom on Saturday, May 4 @ 10am Pacific Time and everyone is welcome to join, however, you must be a member to vote. |
New...Now...What's Next - March 24, 2024
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We’re awakening in a new way to the Truth that we’re bigger than we thought we were. We’re stepping into our identity as divine-humans - God’s experience and expression of Itself in/through/as us. Now what are we going to do about it?
Call to Action: Stepping into a larger, deeper Knowing of the Truth of who we are, we feel ourselves getting happier, freer, lighter. We’re more willing to trust that Spirit supports and guides us in ways that, previously, we maybe didn’t notice or understand. Ego-constructed barriers and boundaries and boxes start to dissolve. Love permeates our consciousness. We’re learning new ways of getting in touch with our highest Good and living more fully in alignment with it. We stand in our power. Now is the time we can take this new sense of Being into Spirit-centered, Love-motivated doing. The divine identity within each of us inspires us to be our own unique expression of the One. Divine possibility invites us into action. Divine guidance gladly answers our open question: “What is mine to do?” Once we get Spirit’s answer, whether it be the faintest glimmer or a fireworks explosion, it’s up to us to say yes and make the move. Will Rogers famously said, “Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there!” It’s time to take the leap into our “New… Now… What’s Next!” phase. “I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.” ~ E.B. White. Affirmation: Grounded in Truth, I step forward into ever greater Good. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. Every donation is greatly appreciated. We will be having our Annual General Meeting via zoom on Saturday, May 4 @ 10am Pacific Time and everyone is welcome to join, however, you must be a member to vote. The link is posted on our website. |
Tell Me Something Good - March 17, 2024
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Call to Action:
“Figuring it out” applies our intellect’s reasoning processes to information we’ve stored from past experiences, and the stories we’ve constructed out of those experiences. As such it’s a useful and powerful tool, with limitations. Let’s thank our intellect for the hard work it’s done for us, invite it to loosen its need to control all our decisions, then open ourselves to a greater field of loving, unlimited Intelligence. We can learn to partner our ego-intellect with our soul’s intuition. We can promise to keep paying attention, and dive into an ever deeper knowing of the truth of who we are, and the truth of our Oneness and connectedness within the Whole. Divine Intelligence reveals itself in us because it is us, and yes, so much more than us – living Itself “in and through all creation, but… not absorbed by its creation” (Core Concept 1, Foundational Class curriculum, Appendix A). The Universe is continuously offering us all we need for our journey – whispers and shouts, God-winks and happy surprises large and small. As we consciously invite more of its wisdom and guidance into our awareness, new ideas, new directions, and new possibilities are revealed. We can step into action trusting that we are aligned with our highest good and the highest good of all. “When the solution is simple, God is answering.” ~ Albert Einstein. Affirmation: Divine Intelligence lives in me and guides me in each new day. We will be having our Annual General Meeting via zoom on Saturday, May 4 @ 10am Pacific Time and everyone is welcome to join, however, you must be a member to vote. The link will be posted on our website We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it’s $5, or $50, or just the cost of a cup of coffee. Your contributions are circulated with our tithing to our greater organization which reaches out global, as well as locally. We also tithe to a local Women’s Shelter to assist women and children that have left an abusive home and allows them an opportunity to become grateful for the assistance to become productive and successful members of the community. |
Up Until Now - March 10, 2024
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It’s time to acknowledge our past (the good, the bad, and the ugly) while disentangling ourselves from it. It’s time to forgive and release old patterns that no longer serve us. Let’s install and practice a new script: “UP UNTIL NOW…”
Call to Action: While we can be tempted to stay comfortable in our discomfort, reliving our past experiences, beliefs, and behaviors, it’s time to accept Spirit’s invitation into the new, unlimited possibilities of the present. Let’s set the intention to shine the light of consciousness into our old, less-than-conscious habits of thinking and doing. Let’s replace our old story of “I’ve always…” with the new script of “Up until now…” Starting right now, we can honor and bless past patterns and beliefs as we gently untangle ourselves from any attachment or resistance. We can forgive what needs forgiving: the “bad” for the pain it triggered, the “good” for its impermanence, and ourselves for our own judgments of it all. Today, trusting the Truth of Spirit in us, through us, as us, we step with courage and curiosity into a brand new Now. “The only difference between a rut and a grave are the dimensions.” ~ Ellen Glasgow Affirmation: I release the past, and claim a higher, happier experience of life today. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. |
It's a Brand-New Baby Day - March 3, 2024
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We deserve to seize each new day as a new beginning. It’s a brand-new baby day!
Call to Action: Each new day is an invitation to expand into a fuller expression of our divine humanness. We wake up each morning to infinite possibility. All that unlimited, overflowing Good awaits our acceptance of it. We are always at choice. Are we willing to embrace the day? Are we willing to stay curious, and hopeful, and open to more fully experiencing and expressing Light and Love? Are we willing to remember Spirit enjoys being Itself as us? Our conscious evolution as unique “divine humans” is ongoing; it’s only limited by the degree of our individual agreement to participate in its unfolding. Say yes! Say “Good Morning” (Grand Rising!) to this brand-new baby day! "Live your truth. Express your love. Share your enthusiasm. Take action towards your dreams. Walk your talk. Dance and sing to your music. Embrace your blessings. Make today worth remembering." - Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You Affirmation: I seize this day, embracing its unlimited possibilities. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated, |
Discomfort is the Least of Our Concerns - February 25, 2024
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Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? Are you willing to embrace discomfort and unlock your full potential? The choice is yours. Step outside your comfort zone, embrace the discomfort, and unleash the extraordinary person within you. Embrace the discomfort today and watch as your life takes on new dimensions of growth, achievement, and fulfillment.
Call to Action: Imagine the exhilaration of stepping into the unknown, facing our fears head-on, and conquering challenges that once seemed insurmountable. By embracing discomfort, we open doors to a world of endless possibilities and untapped potential. It's in these moments of discomfort that we'll discover what we're truly capable of. We can’t let cognitive dissonance hold us back. Instead, see it as an opportunity to broaden our horizons and expand our perspectives. Embracing discomfort fosters intellectual growth, fuels our curiosity, and helps us develop a flexible and open mind that welcomes new ideas and possibilities. Embracing discomfort is not just about personal growth; it's also a driving force for motivation and achievement. It propels us forward, pushing us to overcome obstacles and reach for our dreams. The most successful individuals in history have embraced discomfort, using it as fuel to achieve greatness. In a world full of uncertainty and rapid change, resilience and adaptability are more crucial than ever. By willingly stepping into discomfort, we build the resilience needed to bounce back from setbacks, face adversity head-on, and thrive in the face of challenges. As we embrace discomfort, we find ourselves equipped with the tools to navigate life's twists and turns with grace and confidence. “I will guarantee you that the day you step outside your comfort zone by making success your goal, is the day you discover that adversity, risk, and daring will make life sweeter than you ever imagined.” -Mark Burnett, Dare to Succeed: How to Survive and Thrive in the Game of Life Affirmation: I refuse to let fear make my decisions for me! We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. |
Pain Pushes Until Vision Pulls - February 18, 2024
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Pain acts as a motivator or driving force until the vision of a desired outcome pulls us forward. Pain, whether physical or emotional, can serve as a powerful catalyst for change and action.
Call to Action: Pain acts as a powerful motivator that pushes individuals to address discomfort, seek solutions, and make necessary changes. However, it is the vision of a better future or desired outcome that pulls individuals forward, providing inspiration, direction, and a sense of purpose. By recognizing and harnessing this interplay, individuals can cultivate resilience, overcome pain as a catalyst for growth, and navigate life's challenges with a greater sense of purpose and well-being. Embrace the power of vision and take time to reflect on your aspirations, goals, and the vision of a better future. When faced with pain or challenges, view them as opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Embrace the discomfort as a catalyst for change, knowing that it has the potential to propel you towards a stronger, wiser, and more resilient self. Combine your vision with actionable steps. Break down your goals into smaller, achievable tasks, and take consistent action towards them. Stay focused and motivated, allowing your vision to pull you forward even in the face of obstacles or setbacks. “By leaving your comfort zone behind and taking a leap of faith into something new, you find out who you are truly capable of becoming.” - Anonymous Affirmation: My potential is bigger than my problem! We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. |
Where Comfort Ends, Transformation Begins - February 11, 2024
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Are you ready to unlock your full potential and experience profound personal and spiritual growth? It's time to step outside your comfort zone and embark on a transformative journey!
Call to Action: Embrace Discomfort. Explore Spiritual Tools and Practices, Take Inspired Action, Embrace Failure as Learning, and most of all, Celebrate your Victories! Recognize that growth often lies beyond the boundaries of your comfort zone. Embrace discomfort as a catalyst for change and personal evolution. Make a commitment to lean into the unknown, challenge your fears, and push beyond self-imposed limitations. Engage in spiritual tools and practices that support your journey of expansion. Cultivate mindfulness through meditation, affirmations, and visualization. Incorporate journaling and self-reflection to gain deeper self-awareness. Seek energy healing and guidance from mentors to support your growth process. Set clear intentions and take inspired action toward stepping outside your comfort zone. Identify specific areas or activities that make you feel hesitant or uncomfortable and make a conscious effort to engage with them. Start small, gradually increasing the level of challenge as you build confidence and resilience. Understand that setbacks and failures are natural parts of the growth process. Shift your perspective and view them as valuable learning opportunities rather than reasons to retreat. Embrace the lessons they offer and use them to refine your approach as you continue to venture beyond your comfort zone. Acknowledge and celebrate every step you take outside of your comfort zone, no matter how small. Recognize the courage and effort you've invested. By celebrating your victories, you increase the positive reinforcement needed to continue pushing boundaries and living a life of expansion. “No one likes to move beyond their comfort zone, but as the saying goes, that’s where the magic happens. It’s where we grow, learn, and develop in a way that expands our horizons beyond what we thought was possible.” - Andy Molinsky Affirmation: Change is challenging, but I can do hard things! We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
Lessons in Uncomfortability - February 4, 2024
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You have the power to consciously shape your experience of change. Embrace it as an opportunity for personal growth and transformation, let being uncomfortable be your guide! Start today and unlock your true potential for a fulfilling and joyous life!
Embracing the Power of Change can Unlock Your Potential for Transformation! 1. Embrace Change: Recognize that change is a natural part of life and an opportunity for growth. Choose to embrace change with an open mind and a willingness to explore new possibilities. 2. Release Limiting Beliefs: Identify and release any limiting beliefs that hold you back from embracing change. Challenge negative thoughts and replace them with positive and empowering beliefs that support your personal growth and transformation. 3. Cultivate Conscious Awareness: Develop a practice of mindful awareness to observe your thoughts, emotions, and resistance to change. By becoming conscious of your inner patterns, you can consciously choose new perspectives and responses that align with your desired outcomes. “Outside your comfort zone is the only place worth living.” –Karina Bliss, Rise Affirmation: I expand beyond my comfort zone and trust the goodness of the Universe to support me. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. |
Feeling Good - January 28, 2024
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Serving as an example of love and light in the world feels so good! As we bring the energy of “A Grand Rising” into the rest of the year, let’s remember that our voices matter. Collectively, we are changing the world.
Call to Action: Co-creating a world or community where everyone feels welcome and supported requires us to think differently. It involves letting go of the idea that we need to “get” more diversity in our centers. It’s a shift to realizing the value of “attracting” and “serving” diverse people, beyond just getting them in the door. Because once they arrive, they need to feel empowered, supported, and celebrated. It’s incumbent on all of us to invest time and effort into ensuring diverse people are feeling good and receiving spiritual food from our centers. This cannot be done with one event or series. Honoring diverse voices must be at the core of our movement and philosophy. A collective Grand Rising requires that people from all walks of life have a seat at the table. Know that you are welcome here. We love you. "Knowing life is short, how can we quarrel?" - the Buddha Affirmation: I am co-creating a world that works for everyone! We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. |
It's A New Life - January 21, 2024
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Changing the world is not for the faint of heart. The challenges in front of us may seem insurmountable. But with the power and love of Spirit, expressing Itself as us, we can do anything!
Call to Action: The pain you feel today is the strength you feel tomorrow. For every challenge encountered there is opportunity for growth. We are four weeks into this new year. It’s not too late to set new intensions for make this your best year ever. We have 12 opportunities per year for a better month, 4 opportunities each month to have a better week, and 7 opportunities each week to have a better day. Each day is yours to live your best life. Let go of yesterday and affirm each day that today is a Grand Day and make it so! "There comes a point when you know, without doubt, without hesitation, that you cannot go back to your old life. You cannot be who you once were and also have a new life with new riches." - Julie Mchtyre, holistic health practitioner Affirmation: The universe is ALWAYS conspiring for my highest and best. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. |
It's A New Day - January 14, 2024
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The past doesn’t define us. Now is the time to apply the lessons learned and put our teaching into practice. We are the heroes that the world has been seeking.
Call to Action: As the Season for Peace and Nonviolence approaches (January 30 – April 4) we have an opportunity to deepen our understanding and compassion for all. It all starts with us. Find out how you can participate in local events promoting Peace and Non-violence in your neighbourhood and greater community. Lead from the heart. Have faith in humanity. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase”. Today is a New Day; make it a great one! "This is our hope. With faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope. With this faith we will be able to transform the jangling discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood. With this faith we will be able to work together, to pray together, to struggle together, to go to jail together, to stand up for freedom together, knowing that we will be free one day.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. Affirmation: On this new day, I believe that anything is possible! We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
It's A New Dawn - January 7, 2024
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The sun has set on the old way of thinking. As we rise into this new year, we shake off the dust of yesterday to emerge into a beautiful world that truly works for everyone.
Call to Action: Today, more people identify as “spiritual” than ever before. Traditional religions are not being discarded. Instead, they are being incorporated into a new understanding of spirituality. People are waking up to the idea that their personal relationship with Spirit is more powerful than blind acceptance of the wisdom of the ages. Now is the best time ever to step out of our comfort zones and become more visible within our own communities. To co-create a world that works for everyone, people in the community must be aware of our centers. Consider inviting someone to attend a Center with you. Share the link to past talks and current classes, workshops and events. We have virtual services including our weekly talk and classes, so people are no longer restricted to joining communities within a short distance. Share the link to our zoom meeting. Come check us out, we just might be the inspiration you are looking for to set new intentions to create the life you desire. “If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” - African Proverb Affirmation: I start each day with a Grand Rising! We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
A Wholeness Resolution - December 31, 2023
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Every day this year, no matter the circumstances, we can choose to feel blessed, be a blessing for others, and allow wholeness to be the lens through which we view our lives and the world.
Call to Action: We do well to pay attention to the day after the chief moments of our lives, like the day after January 1. For, on that day, we tend to return to customary living. Our values, beliefs, and intentions are revealed on the day following the momentous occasion, the second mile of the long race, the day after a new beginning. The energy of the day-after sets the tone for going forward. Our call to action is to pay attention to the morning after. Make a list of a few momentous events upcoming this year, giving yourself a calendar reminder to live the next day on purpose. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.” “And now we welcome the new year. Full of things that have never been.” - Rainer Maria Rilke Affirmation: I am made in the image of the Divine, and I recognize this goodness in others. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
Embodying Christ Consciousness; a Wholeness Prototype - December 24, 2023
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The birth and life of Jesus are metaphors for our own celebrations and disappointments. But in our most tender moments, we know that we are even more than that. Christ consciousness is the feeling of wholeness, allowing our natural compassion and our love for one another to reign.
Call to Action: In the realization of wholeness during this Christmas time, let’s up-level our prayer practice. Prayer, which removes our false ideas of lack, limitation, and separation, makes us free. All the while we may have thought of ourselves as something less than whole, there was something within us that knew differently. There is a pattern of perfection that can never be disrupted. And, when we pray for ourselves, for others, and for our world, we touch that place. We come home, and the part of us that always held our wholeness, does rejoice. Let this season be an opportunity for forgiveness, kindness, and peace moving forward on this planet together in unity. What we could all use right now is a little more love. Wouldn’t you agree? Be that love and see it return to you twofold. “To carry peace, love, and giving-ness to everyone is the meaning of Christmas. To feel that we are a part of the Divine offering is to enter into the spirit of the birth of Christ in the human mind and heart.” – Ernest Holmes, Science of Mind Magazine (December 1962) Affirmation: I abide in Christ consciousness, being still and knowing the Truth that I am whole. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
In the Name of Wholeness: Enriching the World - December 17, 2023
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The American writer Henry Miller said, “The moment one gives close attention to anything – even a blade of grass – it becomes mysterious, awesome, and indescribably magnificent.” By virtue of our holy place in the Universe, we are charged with the world’s enrichment.
In The Science of Mind, Ernest Holmes said, “What the world needs is spiritual conviction, followed by spiritual experience. I would rather see a student of this Science prove its Principle than to have him repeat all the words of wisdom that have ever been uttered.” (423.1) In this spirit, we see our earth-home as whole, and then prove this worldview by taking action. Our work, our service, and our relationships are carried out in spiritual certainty. “There is only Consciousness in all directions, absolute and all-pervading, radiant through and as all conditions, the source and suchness of everything that arises moment to moment, utterly prior to this world but not other than this world. All things are just a ripple in this pond; all arising is a gesture of this one.” – Ken Wilber, No Boundary Affirmation: My awareness of my Oneness with the Universe, our planet, and every blade of grass, inspires and guides me in my enrichment of the world. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. All donations are greatly appreciated. |
Recognizing Wholeness - December 10, 2023
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In her book, Grounded: Finding God in the World, Diana Butler Bass wrote, “When we recognize our common humanity – when we recognize our own humanity in the face of the other – we also recognize the face of God.” There is a vision of love and wholeness deep within us all, an intuitive sense of our Oneness with God and with each other.
When Infinite Presence thought each of us into being, It did not discriminate. It poured its complete Goodness into each of us just the same. The Divine created every person on the planet from the same pattern of perfection and instilled in us the energy, beauty, and love of Its own authentic heart. Witnessing the Good in one another is not an anomaly; it is the reason we were given each other, to see the love of God up close. ‘Tis the season for loving and appreciating each other. Let’s practice this every day of the year! Next week we will discuss enriching the world in the name of wholeness. “Heaven and earth and all creation are great, generous, beautiful and good. God's goodness fills all his creatures and endlessly overflows in them.” – Julian of Norwich Affirmation: I am One with the Divine and with my fellow beings. Thank you for your financial support of our spiritual home. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated, no matter the amount! |
Embracing Wholeness - December 3, 2023
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There is a spark of pure Life – wholeness – within us all. Within you. We’re going to touch it this week and learn how to let it be the reference point for what we do in the world, for how we live our lives.
It is Spirit’s great desire to give us the Kingdom, to give us a life of wholeness. We were created in the full expression of the Life and power that created the Universe, and we have been given the depth of heart and the tools to elevate our awareness to the level of a whole life. Our charge is to do the work. We are to cultivate the perception of Oneness through our prayers and meditation; to exercise dominion by living mindfully; and to look at our expectations, understanding what we are truly seeking. "There is in all things a hidden wholeness." - Thomas Merton Affirmation: I am made in the image of the Divine, living a whole life. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give. |
Oh My! - November 26, 2023
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Talking about all of these different aspects of life, the mundane, the sacred, and the profane can leave our heads swirling. Yet if we add a little water of consciousness, the swirl of colors becomes a masterpiece. Now that’s what we’re talking about!
Seeing the perfection that exists at the level of Spirit does not allow us to turn away, but rather calls us deeper into action, fully living the sacred, the mundane, and the profane parts of our lives each and every day. It is up to us to find and express all of these aspects in Divine balance in our lives. Can we see the beauty of the sacred in the profane? The shock of the profane in the mundane? The routine of the mundane in the sacred? When we open up our watercolor palette to paint a masterpiece, we step fully into our consciousness to see the gift that each color brings and watch as the water turns them into something brand new. “Perhaps the divine nature of things is disclosed to us through our humanity, moment by feeling moment, through the ongoing presence of the mystery we wake in and our intermittent reception of it.” Mark Nepo, Seven Thousand Ways to Listen(p. 66.1) Affirmation: Every aspect of life is a Sacred Expression of Spirit. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
The Profane - November 19, 2023
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God expresses as EVERYTHING…including the profane!
Call to Action: Science of Mind invites us to see ourselves as perfect, regardless of cultural beliefs or how others may perceive us. What practices are we engaged in, that we may keep secret because others consider it to be profane? When we express ourselves authentically and live our lives out loud, we inspire others to do the same. This month, we are being asked to explore the themes of the sacred and the profane, and to invite others to participate in this process. We all have the opportunity to put what we’ve learned into practice, expressing ourselves more authentically and creating space for others to be themselves. When we include voices of people from all walks of life in our spiritual communities, we are taking a crucial step to create a world that works for everyone. “Most people are living in an illusion based on someone else’s beliefs.” Jen Sincero, You Are Badass Affirmation: I am a holy being, just the way I am! We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. |
The Sacred - November 12, 2023
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Did you know that the sacred can not only be found on the meditation cushion, but also standing in line at the grocery store? This week we will explore the sacred, in both the expected and the unexpected.
Call to Action: We are invited into the sacred in all aspects of our lives. The sacred then becomes not a static object, activity, or even ideology, but instead it becomes the very action of our lives. It becomes a way of seeing ourselves, seeing others, and moving about the world. This understanding urges us to ask the question, “what has to shift in my awareness to view all things as sacred?” It also calls us to a deeper understanding of Wholeness, and its all-encompassing reach. “Each thought, each action in the sunlight of awareness becomes sacred”. - Thich Nhat Hahn Affirmation: I open myself up to the adventure of finding the sacred in the unexpected. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
The Mundane, Sigh - November 5, 2023
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Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. But wait! I thought this enlightenment thing would change all that.
Call to Action: When we rise out of our conditioning, we can look around with clear eyes, clear minds, and see what truly is. But just like climbing a tree or a mountain to gain a higher perspective, it takes effort. Old tracks of labeling things as mundane, worldly, and unimportant will keep us bogged down in the fog of mind. Always seeing the grass as greener “over there” will keep us focused somewhere other than where we are. If we reorient ourselves to view everything we do as a meditation, we can begin to let go of the wandering, worrying “monkey mind” and let our attention gently rest right where we are. This week, set a reminder during the day to practice coming to center and just being with what you are doing. It may be standing in line at a store, sitting in traffic, taking out the garbage, or some other “mundane” tasks. Flip your thinking and say, “this is the most important and sacred moment of my day – right here, right now. I know The Oneness is right here and I choose to notice it.” Practice being here now. "Beauty is so quietly woven through our ordinary days that we hardly notice it. Everywhere there is tenderness, care and kindness, there is beauty." - John O'Donohue, Beauty Affirmation: I look and find the sacred in everything. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
The Genius of the "AND" - October 29, 2023
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Builders of greatness liberate themselves with the “Genius of the ‘AND’ ― paraphrased from Jim Collins. This week we explore solutions, possibilities, and potentials that exist as we release ourselves from the bondage of the known and step into the unknown, where paradoxes play.
Call to Action: Each of us has the ability to live our lives from the genius of the “and”. We must be willing to set down our preconceived ideas, old beliefs, cultural mindset, childhood patterns, “and/or” thinking and step into something brand new. Our teaching has cultivated fertile ground in our thinking to develop a natural paradox mindset. Using this mindset and our unique teaching, we will truly create and step into a world that works for all life, including all of humanity, all animals, plants, life, and the planet itself. The events of the past decade, including the swift ushering in of a “new normal” with the COVID-19 pandemic have all been acting as a catalyst to shift us away from our polarized thinking and into third way thinking. It is time for us to step up and live from the potentiality and possibility that we know is available through Science of Mind. “In order to understand the dance, one must be still. And in order to truly understand stillness one must dance.” ― Rumi Affirmation: I use my genius to find the potential and possibility available to me. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. |
The Tyranny of the "OR" - October 22, 2023
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Author and researcher, Jim Collins, reminds us that, “Builders of greatness are comfortable with paradox. They don’t oppress themselves with the “Tyranny of the ‘OR’”, which pushes people to believe that things must be either A OR B, but not both.” This week we look at the ways that the OR has kept us in bondage and some of the solutions that exist in the third way.
Call to Action: It is up to each one of us to answer the call of paradox. Are we willing to let go of what we have always known to step into what we know is possible? Are we willing to embrace the pain of vulnerability and uncertainty and release the idea that pain and suffering always go hand in hand? This journey from the polarity to a third way is full of discomfort and missteps, however it can still be fun. The paradox of good and hard has never been truer than it is at this moment. This journey is both good and hard, playful and serious, necessary and optional. The very act of opening ourselves up to paradox is a paradox itself, and we are always at choice in every moment. “It's funny how the ugly duckling always has so many beautiful things to teach us.” ― Curtis Tyrone Jones, author and Emotional Intelligence expert Affirmation: I release everything that is no longer serving me. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. |
Shaking Up Our Worldview - October 15, 2023
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This journey of paradox calls us to curiosity and a willingness to stay in the question rather than know the answer. This uncertainty leads to vulnerability, which can be challenging. Luckily, there are tools we can use along the way to remember that playfulness is the key even in the midst of challenges.
Call to Action: Opening ourselves up to the paradox mindset means being willing to play in vulnerability with curiosity and uncertainty. It can be challenging to remain in the space of questioning that comes with living a life in possibility and potentiality rather than knowing and certainty. Luckily for us there are many tools that have been provided to us to continue to practice having a paradox mindset and remaining open at the top. Using Zen Buddhist Koans allows us to look at the polarities and paradoxes in our life from a different perspective and to form a third way, rather than getting stuck in only one viewpoint. This provides the ability to stay open at the top as we explore the greater Truths that await us as we continue to play with paradoxes. “The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function.” ― F. Scott Fitzgerald The Crack-Up Affirmation: I am curious and vulnerable as I explore paradoxes in my life. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it’s $5, or $50, or just the cost of a cup of coffee. |
Getting Comfortable With Discomfort - October 8, 2023
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Do you find yourself attached to certain beliefs, ideas, and perspectives? Is there a wrong way and a right way of doing things? What if there was a Third Way that brought limitless benefits? Good News! There is!
Call to Action: As we continue to play with the paradoxes and polarities that come up in our lives, it’s important that we hold on gently to our beliefs, ideas, and even identity as we assess what is working and not working in our life. Can we look at the areas of our life where we are holding tightly to one polarity and villainizing the other and see if there is a third way that utilizes the benefits of both aspects? Third way thinking can be implemented in our lives individually and collectively to find solutions to the big challenges the world is facing today. Heres’ some questions for your thoughts: What are some polarities that you are navigating in your personal life? Where do you find yourself “doubling down” when your views are shaken? What is a third way you have found that works for you in your life? And where do you need to find a better balance? “In these challenging moments of dissonance, we need to stay curious and resist choosing comfort over courage. It’s brave to invite new information to the table, to sit with it and hear it out. It’s also rare these days.” ― Brené Brown Atlas of the Heart Affirmation: I am open to possibility as I discover multiple perspectives. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. We bless the financial gifts you give today. Every donation is greatly appreciated. |
The Paradox Mindset - October 1, 2023
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What if there was a way to embrace all of the contradictory ideas, thoughts, beliefs, and perspectives of the world instead of having to pick sides? There is! We can develop our paradox mindset, the ability to hold multiple opposite ideas at once, and in doing so find solutions to the greatest challenges our world faces.
Call to Action: We must embrace the inevitable paradoxes of life if we are truly to create a world that works for everyone. By opening ourselves up to alternative solutions, perspectives, beliefs, and ideas, we are not just finding our way into a world where win-win is enough, but rather we are able to strive for and find the win-win-win. It is when we open to multiple opposite and contradictory ideas being true at the same time that we find the possibilities and solutions we never imagined were possible. We must embrace Janusian thinking to begin to solve the problems of our world and find a way to create a world that works for all people, not just a small group. “The paradox is one of our most valued spiritual possessions. Only the paradox comes anywhere near to comprehending the fullness of life.” — Carl Jung Affirmation: I embrace a Paradox Mindset in everything I do. We rely on your support to continue our Center here in Puerto Vallarta so we can continue offering this powerful teaching of the Science of Mind. Donations can be made using PayPal or Tithe.ly through our website. |
Love Wins - September 24, 2023
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Whatever the question, love is the answer!
Call to Action: We all have the power to respond to the conflict around us with love. This doesn’t mean that we ignore issues or spiritually bypass world events. Taking effective action within our own communities requires that we start by loving ourselves. It's important to find the balance between self-care and giving back to our own communities. Loving the people around us is a more constructive use of our time than complaining. When we serve by example and share our experiences with the people around us, we inspire others to do the same. “Love wins. Love always wins." - Mitch Albom Affirmation: I choose to remain conscious and aware of the Presence of Love. |
Love Thy Neighbour - September 17, 2023
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Living by example and loving each other, regardless of our differences, is the perfect way to create a world that works for everyone.
Call to Action: As we are being invited to love out loud this month, consider providing financial contributions to organizations that advocate for human rights. Celebrate these organizations on social media. In your personal life, practice radical forgiveness. Demonstrate what radical forgiveness looks like to others, so the concept of forgiveness can be understood and applied more often in the communities that you engage in. “Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends.” Holy Bible ESV, Corinthians 13:4-13:8 Affirmation: I see EVERY being as a divine expression of Love! |
I Love Myself So Much - September 3, 2023
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I love myself so much, so I can love you so much, so you can love you so much, so you can start loving me!
Call to Action: Developing and maintaining a personal spiritual practice is a wonderful way to remain grounded in recognizing Spirit in Its expression as us. Spiritual practice is not restricted to prayer and meditation. A practice of self-love could consist of exercise, knitting, assembling a puzzle or even playing a game on your cellphone. Your practice may look different every day. An intention to practice self-love is all that is needed. As we tweak our own practices and reap the rewards, let’s share our journeys with the people around us. The Science of Mind does not need to be the world’s best-kept secret. When we love ourselves out loud, we inspire others to do the same. “Whether we are engaged in a process of self-love or of loving others we must move beyond the realm of feeling to actualize love. This is why it is useful to see love as a practice.” - bell hooks, “All About Love: New Visions” Affirmation: I have the courage to be who I am and love myself out loud! |
Passionately Living Your Purpose Out Loud - August 27, 2023
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Our passion ignites our purpose and as we align ourselves with that inner feeling, we transform it to the next level, sharing it outwardly. The time has come to confidently embrace our purpose and step fully into our co-created new expression!
Call to Action: Take time to listen to your calling through meditation, then align with your inner compass. After reflecting on your priorities, lean into the ones that feel right for you and spark that flame of passion. What are you saying yes to in your life? And is this in alignment with your passion or higher calling? You have everything you need to realize your dreams if you don’t dissolve them with your fears and worries. Don’t spend your energy on figuring out all the details, instead, trust in the process and take one action each day that moves you into the direction of your envisioned goal. Do simple things that naturally restore your energy. Each day, do something that you love and that brings you joy, then from this place of alignment, reach for that greater level of self-expression. Your purpose will become your passion and your passion your purpose when you speak it out loud! “Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart give yourself to it.” ~Buddha Soul Currency By Ernest D Chu Affirmation: I passionately and boldly share my purpose with the world! |
Perfectly Imperfect Passions - August 20, 2023
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We are Divine beings and yet our critical voice can often paralyze our passions. Discover how to find a place of self-acceptance in order to share the gifts that are uniquely ours to give. We are never alone and can trust that we are always guided to perfect self-expression!
Call to Action: Question long-held beliefs. Why are we hanging onto those based mostly in fear? We have an opportunity to move into expansion by boldly stepping out and taking risks. Each day, make a mistake or “fail” at something that expands your being. It is our choice regarding if and how long we want to keep living in the idea of unworthiness or comparing ourselves to others. We are each blessed with a Divine seed that is waiting to sprout. There is no separation and when we belittle ourselves, we belittle the Spirit that created us and diminish the power inherent therein. Step into the knowing that each passion we have is assisted with a perfect pattern, activated at birth. The Universe expands by playing and creating through our unique, perfectly imperfect, human form. “Every circumstance serves equally the evolution of all involved, offering each individual the perfect opportunity to create anew and, hopefully, create more wisely and compassionately.” ~Gary Zukav, Soul to Soul, Pg. 218 Affirmation: I am a Spiritual being living my perfect, human experience. |
Percolating Your Passion With Purpose - August 13, 2023
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How do we become a more deliberate creator, activating our purpose with our passion? The Science part of Science of Mind offers valuable tools as we recognize the power of observation and focus.
Call to Action: Before getting out of bed, practice mindfulness and gratitude. Notice your early morning thoughts; feel how wonderful it is to have a nice bed, a body and a roof over your head. Set the tone for the day by visualizing joy and love, then feeling the energy around that. Ask yourself, “What am I being called to do? What is an action that I could take today, to make that happen?” Embrace the journey with an open mind and heart, and let your passions guide you towards a more meaningful and fulfilling life. "If you don't know where you're going, you'll end up someplace else." - Yogi Berra Affirmation: I nurture my passion; it blends naturally with my purpose. |
Awakening to Your Passion - August 6, 2023
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We all have within us a beautiful quality of joy and energy that makes us unique in the world. We were born with it and as we rediscover our childlike enthusiasm for life, we reveal our God-given passion. This one life is exactly ours to do and to do so less than wholeheartedly deprives the world of our best offerings.
Call to Action: Discovering your passion is just a few “mind-less” moments away. Letting yourself daydream is a secret tool that was dismissed and even discouraged in childhood. Remember your early joys that were ignited through imagination and play. As you let go of self-conscious thoughts, you can reclaim your inner passion and begin the momentum of expanding into your purpose. Trust the spontaneous options revealed throughout the day. What are you being guided to act upon? Take a new path to work or walk a new route. Did you love to dance but were worried about what others’ thought? When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? Is that passion still there? Many give their power to the opinions of people they have never met; it is time to reclaim our inner joy and passion. “There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It’s why you were born. And how you become most truly alive.” ~ Oprah Winfrey, The Path Made Clear: Discovering your Life’s Direction and Purpose, Pg. 1 Affirmation: I am an individual creation of life, born with passion! |
The Standing Stones - July 30, 2023
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Sometimes we face what seem to be walls of circumstances made of stone. They speak to us. Let’s listen, then speak back to them.
Call to Action: It is time to rest from the battles and wars of good/evil, and right/wrong. It is time to stop beating our heads against the stones. There will always be stones, but we can live in a greater freedom, leaving them standing where they are, while we cavort and live in freedom, the only agenda of the Universe. Sometimes, we have to put down our swords and shields and actually listen to the stones. What are they saying to us? What is their gift to us? Can we approach them with curiosity and wonder instead of anger and righteousness? Can we listen to someone who has a very different viewpoint from ours? Can we set aside that which we’re Very Certain we’re Right about and ask, is there a different way to view this? Is there a way that includes both views? Spirit is paradox. So, it’s natural we would be called to live in and as paradox, too. Spend time going within to the sweet spring of the Water of Life, fed by the Infinite Beingness. Be gentle with yourself and the world. Who knows, maybe one day one of those stones will be a beautiful and valued part of your garden. "Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it." - Rumi Affirmation: I take time to listen to Spirit’s highest ideas of Life. |
The Wise Warrior - July 23, 2023
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The wise warrior is focused and does not get ensnared by smallness. They are going for greatness. Like the well-trained martial artist, when the wise warrior walks into the bar of life, no one picks a fight with them. Their presence is enough.
Call to Action: We can no longer hide in our own little caves of safety. This world is too interconnected in form, mirroring the interconnection we are in Being. When we stand up against the monsters, we find that the monsters are really within each of us. Just as the Hindu idea of Indra’s net – where we are all jewels at the interconnection of strands of the web of life and all mirror all – we find that we really are interconnected. But that’s the Good News! That means that as each of us change, all of us change – whether perceptively or not. Like the bamboo that takes years of tiny growth before it bursts forth in massive growth, our willingness to be agents of Spirit, wise warriors, practitioners of Truth, creates change. It may not happen as fast as our instant gratification egos want – but it is happening. Our only question is – will we take up the cause and be participants in the evolutionary change being called forth? Or will we pretend that there’s nothing we can do and hide until change washes away our comfy shelter? We have tools of change – principles, practices, and methods – which equip us to be mighty warriors. Like Kali, whom we spoke about last week, we are equipped with the tools for the job. Let’s use them! When you choose your divine purpose, you are framing your life with meaning. You are also taking an important step in your spiritual development: to demonstrate to yourself that you have the power to affect change – that you are bigger, stronger, more powerful and more creative than you thought. ~ Edwene Gaines, The Four Spiritual Laws of Success Affirmation: I stand in the Power and Wholeness of Spirit that I am. |
Standing on Shiva - July 16, 2023
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When we find the Truth, we will be troubled; then, being troubled, we will be amazed, and will rule over the entirety.
Call to Action: Out of our compassion for the world, we must take action to alleviate suffering. Without action, we are just pitying spectators “hoping and wondering if possibly some good will come along,” as Ernest Holmes explained. Our action will be far more effective if we understand what really needs to happen and what we are really seeking to create. The old saying that if you have a hammer, everything looks like a nail, is to be kept in mind. If we are truly committed to creating a world that works for all, we will be called outside of our comfort zone. We will be called to use methods that we may not be familiar with. As we face circumstances, our first practice should be visioning – what does Spirit (not my ego) want to express here? Then, what must I become and release to allow this vision to manifest. We must stay grounded in the Truth of spiritual principle, so we don’t go off in a frenzy, destroying everything in sight. Finally, we must be patient. Just as if we were teachers in a school, we would compassionately find ways to support the learning of the slowest children, we must compassionately support the learning of all among us. We must find ways, which may not be “our way,” to reach people who are struggling and suffering. As Ernest reminds us in What We Believe – all are sure to attain this goal. When the power comes from within us and we claim it as our own, then we no longer have to affirm ourselves by dominating others. The irony is that we are actually afraid of our own power. ~ Marion Woodman, Dancing in the Flames: The Dark Goddess in the Transformation of Consciousness Affirmation: I wake up to the Truth of Spirit that I am. |
Got Me Hypnotized - July 9, 2023
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Time to wake up! The alarm is sounding, calling you to a new and more wonderful day! But ya gotta wake up!
Call to Action: As we become willing to be aware that we are “hypnotized” by the collective consciousness, we begin to see that the most important task of our life is to wake up. We cannot truly deal with the world issues, nor our own personal issues until we at least thin the fog of misperceptions that surround us. When we stop relating to the world from an “us vs. them” perspective and begin to see that we are all living inside a century old “dream,” we can relate to each other differently, more compassionately. When we understand the core desire we all have – love – as well as the core spells that run most of us and influence all of us, we can take a different approach to healing the world within and around us. We must first heal within, otherwise we will just perpetuate patterns of attack and defense. It is so much easier to attack “out there” with our belief in self-rightness. But we have to step back and begin to awaken to the Truth that there’s no “out there” out there. Instead, we must first ground in the Truth of our own – and others – being. Then we can act in love, which is what we’re wanting. Begin with meditating to clear the fog away. Practice compassionate listening with curiosity, for both yourself and others. We must especially practice it with those our ego wants to label as “enemy.” "To the degree that you attune yourself to the vibratory frequencies of love, compassion, truth, discernment and honesty, a vibration will go forth from you that contributes to the upliftment of your own consciousness and the collective consciousness." ~ Michael Beckwith Affirmation: I wake up to the Truth of Spirit that I am. |
Monsters, Inc. - July 2, 2023
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Turn the mean monsters into friends. That “out there” has no power – unless you give it power. Truth replaces the hold of circumstances like light replaces darkness.
Call to Action: That which seems like monsters – people, organizations, and circumstances – are not as real as they appear. They are our fears: False Evidence Appearing Real. When looked at through the Mind of the Infinite, it is all smoke and mirrors. Nothing is as real and solid as it seems. Like monsters, they can make a lot of noise, huffing and puffing and even blowing a house down. But a house built on the solid foundation of Spirit cannot be blown down by bullies. Oh, the form might go. But the real Substance of Spirit, of eternal Life, cannot be blown down. We do not have to stand in opposition to the people – they are our brothers and sisters, too. And what we know is that within EVERY individual is the spark of Life, the spark of Love. When we can get past our fear and theirs, as insurmountable as that might seem, we can find a way to create a world that works for all. When we turn to the Truth of the Power within, we can speak Truth to circumstances. And the monsters will transform, as we do. If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. ~ Max Planck Affirmation: I align with True Power and let ‘er rip! |
Personalizing the Infinite - June 25, 2023
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Isn't it wonderful to be open to all the things you desire? Here is a preview to understand how you can become so much more than what you have previously only dreamed of.
Call to Action: To harness your full potential, there has to be a complete conviction in self as ONE with Spirit. Elimination of doubt is imperative for the personalization of the infinite. You can be what you want to be, you can have what you want to have, but you must be beyond belief, to know that your source of good lives in you. Embracing this truth empowers you to act as what you know to be, and allow spirit to lead your human experience, understanding that you will experience all the human emotions, yet you are not your emotions you are so much more. “If you don't challenge yourself, you will never realize your infinite potential for yourself.” ~ Dax Bamania, Productivity Promoter Affirmation: I allow the love and grace of spirit to manifest through me, as me, and in me today and always. |
Pleasure - June 18, 2023
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Self-care supports us all. Learn about the gratifying role pleasure plays in self-care.
Call to Action: It is crucial to imbibe in positive thoughts that produce pleasurable emotions of joy. Pleasure is not a tangible thing that can be touched; it can only be felt. A healthy and powerful mind is the one that is constantly in touch with the wholeness of your true identity. To feel pleasure, you must embrace and align with the calmness and quietness of your true self. Be sure to remove yourself from toxic relationships and situations. Toxic situations and people interfere with the pleasant feelings that can be produced through your mind. There is another benefit of applying daily meditation to your daily spiritual routine, the feelings of absolute tranquility that it brings. “Promise yourself to think well of yourself and proclaim this fact to the world, not in loud words but in great deeds.” ~ Christian D. Larson, The Optimist Creed Affirmation: Calmness accompanies me every single moment of my life. |
Balancing Grief and Joy - June 11, 2023
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Everyone experiences grief, but not everyone knows what to do with it. Balancing grief and joy from a spiritual perspective can be a profound and transformative journey. Spirituality provides a framework that can help you navigate the complexities of human emotions and find solace, meaning, and growth in the midst of both grief and joy.
Call to Action: It is unhealthy to suppress grief. If you are experiencing grief, it’s ok to allow yourself to feel it in its fullness. However, every time you feel grief, it’s important to give joy some space to enter into your mind, body, and soul. This will keep you in reasonable balance. It is important to note that grief really never goes away because it’s part of the human emotions that each one is here to experience. The key lies in asking: how do I approach it, and what do I think about it? Can I see the good in it regardless of the situation? Remember, at times grief might seem dormant but it’s still hidden away in the recesses of your mind if you don’t give it proper attention and care. It is imperative to keep your mind healthy by doing your spiritual practices and activities that bring joy. “There is freedom knowing you can carry joy and grief together.” ~ Nancy Berns, Closure: The Rush to End Grief and What it Costs Us, page 171 Affirmation: I now release all that no longer serves me and I choose to embrace joy. |
June 4, 2023 - Evolution of Self-Care
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Self-care is an integral part of our human experience. Your evolution depends on your commitment to self-care.
Call to Action: Self-care can be easy to speak about, yet it can also be very challenging to do. Some people who have heard of it might think of it as a needless and inconsequential act to add to their growth. However, once you are aware of it; it can't be ignored, especially if you have opened yourself to the limitless possibilities that lie within you to live life fully. ~ If self-demeaning thoughts are visiting your mind, you are unable to use your mind well. The practice of meditation helps you entertain positive thoughts in your mind. Mindful meditation can be practiced while sitting in a quiet place or taking a walk in an environment you love. The important thing is doing what you love in an environment that calms you and makes you feel peaceful. ~ Stress affects the mind as much as it affects the body. Either avoid the stressful situations or pause before going to deal with them -- Pausing helps you think of better ways to resolve conflicts ~ Engage in healthy eating, fun activities that you love, and sharing time with loved ones. Shifting your lifestyle will impact every area of your life which is the result of understanding the importance of caring for yourself. “To be yourself in a world constantly trying to make you something else is a great accomplishment.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Affirmation: I mindfully fill my cup up with the love of who I am. |
May 28, 2023 - Lights, Camera, Action
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We live life’s performance on the center stage. We get to decide if we live fully out loud or hide our light. We are each blessed with a bright light, so why not radiate our special brilliance at its fullest?
Call to Action: The truth is unwavering. We are all here for such a time as this to support the healing of our planet, all its life forms, and the beyond. Our individual lights help the collective light to shine brighter. As we open to living out loud, we can bring all that we are to the center stage. What we may call imperfection is the perfection of God. There is no such thing as being broken in God. We are as we are and can show up just like that. We must realize that there is wholeness in seeming brokenness. There is healing in the midst of the vulnerability and courage to come raw and naked. If we bring our light, our shadows, our nooks and crannies, and everything else to the center stage it makes for an authentic, genuine, and stellar performance and participation in life. If each does our part and bring it all together, then we’re prone to have a much more holistic and wholistic outcome than anything we’ve ever experienced before. This is what is needed in the Great Turning as we stand ripe for change on the center stage. Lights, camera, action! “If you think of Life as flowing through your every action, you will soon discover that the things you give your attention to are quickened with new energy …” Ernest Holmes, A Holmes Reading on Meaning (p. 26). Affirmation: I shine my unique light on life’s center stage. |
May 21, 2023 - Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
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Stars shine brightest against a dark backdrop like the evening sky. The brilliance of each star is illuminated and magnified by its companion of darkness. The beautiful glow of the star calls forth the deep richness of the night as they co-create magnificence that is crisp, sharp, and shiny.
Call to Action: Ultimately, shadow work is a vital part of the spiritual journey. By embracing our shadows we can learn to love and accept ourselves more fully. By doing this, we can open ourselves up to new possibilities and live more fulfilling lives. Stars twinkle brightest against the backdrop of darkness. The contrast of one accentuates the beauty of the other. The darkness and the light are a pair and dance together seamlessly. If we allow the dark to be demystified, then we can open our arms and welcome the depths and brilliance of what it has to offer. If we can allow ourselves to free fall into the seemingly forbidden abyss of darkness, we can discover the light that is within the shadows as we allow our eyes to adjust to the dark. If we stand in our faith of always being protected and guided by the vast unending Universal Presence, we no longer have reason to avoid the darkness or our shadow because we remember that we always stand in the light, even in the midst of darkness. As we embrace and appreciate standing in the darkness as a natural part of life, it is there that we find the beauty of the darkness and the light. The twinkle of a little star then takes on a deeper meaning. “Be the light that shines upon the darkness.” Ernest Holmes Affirmation: My star shines brightly within the light and the shadow. |
May 14, 2023 - Unlearning Fear of Darkness
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Humans tend to fear the unknown and that which we don’t understand. We label, control, and cast negativity on these spaces as dark and ominous. The Divine Mother principle embodies fertility and creativity in the darkness and gives birth from the darkness into the light in partnership with both.
Call to Action: Humans are thrill seekers who thrive off fear and being scared. There’s a huge market for it in scary movies, books, amusement park rides, etc. In subtle and blatant ways we objectify the dark and prioritize the light. We perpetuate fear of the dark, instead of teaching the beauty of both the light and the dark in partnership. We create othering through standardizing the perception of what’s “good” and “bad”. We create binary comparisons through systems of oppression and cause stigmas on anything that is outside of “the norm”. To be truly inclusive, we must embrace it all – the light and the dark alike – to eliminate a dominate culture that subordinates others who have a unique culture or identity. As we create awareness and accountability about how things got to be the way they are in our society, we can make systemic changes for good. By unlearning our collective fear of the dark, we invite healing and balance with light and darkness. The Yin and the Yang. The Divine Mother principle teaches us about the creative medium that holds darkness as creativity and gestation of life. It nurtures life in the safe dark space of love to be born into physical manifestation and light. “People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.” Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Affirmation: I release fear of the dark and open to new perspectives. |