“Letting go of what is no longer needed makes room for what is fresh and new.” – Today’s Daily Word, July 7, 2010 What do I no longer need in my life? Certain types of work projects? Clients? Friendships? How about beliefs? After all, my thoughts and beliefs create my life. These past several days have been a challenge for me, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Letting go of attachments in all forms simplifies my life and the clutter in my brain. And no matter the chaos, the confusion, or the no longer needed thing in my life still hanging out, I must remember always – “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” – Psalm 46:1 (KJV). When I really contemplate the meaning of this statement, I am in awe. I rest in faith and peace. God IS. I must acknowledge the One Power and One Presence, and affirm it daily. Then I know that all is well despite appearances. Dear God;As I wake up to what is needed and what is not, I know You are my refuge, and my strength comes through You. Show me Your Will, show me Your Way. Today I make … Continue reading →

“Blessed is the person who is too busy to worry in the daytime and too sleepy to worry at night.” – Unknown … And blessed is my morning meditation practice to dissipate the fears that creep into my mind in the middle of the night! Today I listened to the self-hypnosis CD Peace of Mind (Barrie Konicov) and it enabled me to let go of agitation. And, when I let go of worry, God can more easily get my attention – and I can get His help. The good ‘ol “Let go and let God.” Today I live a faith-filled day. I know God is in charge, Divine Order IS and it does prevail: all is well. Ahhh. “Today I claim my Truth. The presence and power of God work in, through and as my life, blessing others and blessing me. I recognize the interconnectedness of all human beings and trust that every situation and person has the potential to contribute to my life in a positive way. I create order in my life and seek only the good, assured that as I seek, so I shall find.” – Excerpt from Daily Word, July 1, 2010

My prayer today is: Thank You, God! Thank You, God! Thank You, God! I guess it’s an affirmation as well. I’m grateful that I feel I made some progress in my daily practice of sitting in the Silence, of quieting the mind. I actually was able to focus mainly on my breath for a great portion of the ½ hour. And by focusing on the breath, one can only be in the present moment, in the Now. That is where Consciousness resides, that is where The Presence can be felt. When I did find myself back in the chatter of the little Me, I was inspired to chant Thank You, God! Thank You, God! Thank You, God! and get back to the breath, to the Now. I’m grateful that I finally got back to my morning stretches. Ever since we moved to Sedona 7+ months ago, those had gone by the wayside. My morning schedule wasn’t so open any more, the floors are Saltillo tile (beautiful – and hard), and I don’t have my own private space where I can stretch to soothing music; challenges no doubt, but not roadblocks if I am willing and open to change. I finally … Continue reading →

“Your action has nothing to do with your abundance! Your abundance is a response to your vibration. Of course, your belief is part of your vibration. So if you believe that action is part of what brings your abundance, then you’ve got to unravel that.” – Abraham, Excerpted from the Chicago, IL 04.24.99 workshop #473 Abundance is my birthright. When I am in gratitude, my abundance is revealed to me. I need do nothing. God is so wanting me to experience the riches of Its kingdom. Being in the energy of gratitude opens the door for abundance to flow. I am grateful.

“What we say about a situation determines how we think about it and finally what we do about it. Attitude largely determines activity; so watch your attitude and make it one of faith. By practicing positive attitudes, you will experience a renewed trust in God and find creative solutions to your problems.” – Our Prayer.org I’ve been paying greater and greater attention to the impact of the separated, limited, little Me on my joy, my life. Its thinking can easily push me into fear, not feeling capable enough, contracted. And yesterday I started paying greater attention to the unlimited Me. It’s the Me that is formless – my spirit, my true essence. So when I caught my attitude starting to drift towards negativity, I paused, said hello to God, and consciously moved back into the energy field of Spirit. With a shift in attitude, my actions shifted as well, and I proceeded on with the day in a more positive manner. We all know what the shift of attitude towards God, trust, and faith feels like: power, joy, love, mercy, grace, and peace. The little Me cannot bring me to that place. Only the whole Me, the Oneness, God.