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Came to Believe

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“Came to believe”: The three most beautiful words in our language. – Anonymous “Came to believe” had become a magical phrase for many of us. It is indeed beautiful. What did we come to believe? That a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. And it has happened in so many lives that it is a tenet of our program. The lost have come home; we’ve been restored.” – “In God’s Care*: Daily Meditations on Spirituality in Recovery,” March 1 *As We Understand God I too “came to believe” thanks to the 12 Step philosophy. And it was more than just coming to believe that a power greater than myself could restore me to sanity regarding my eating disorder, although that was huge for sure. In addition to being restored to my right mind, I came to believe in Spirit, no small feat for a long-time, analytical, logical, devout atheist. I came to believe that I wasn’t alone in the world, in life, that I had this loving Divine Presence in my life, along with people who could actually understand me and truly care about me. I came to believe that it was okay to ask for help, … Continue reading →

One Spirit, One People

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With the transgression of the Ukraine and its people by Putin, part of my prayer this morning was “God, please, can’t You get us all, including moi, to really ‘get’ that we are all one?!” It’s not my usual form of prayer to beseech the Divine Presence, but my words were born out of heartache and exasperation at seeing the events of the world continuing. Somehow, I knew one of my readings would relate to this, and my intuition was accurate. To start off with, powerful words I’ve rarely come across, were in “365 Science of Mind: A Year of Daily Wisdom from Ernest Holmes”: “The world needs a new concept of God: a new idea must be born in the minds of people everywhere about the nature of God and their relationship to this Divine Creative Spirit.” Further on, “…we must sense that the Spirit is at the center of our own lives. We must learn to recognize that It is at the center of all people and working in human affairs. While it is true that the Power of God is always within us, it is not true that we have always realized Its presence.” There is only … Continue reading →

Help from Spirit

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It amazes me how I can sometimes forget that Spirit is the ultimate Power and can help with anything. But, I have to ask for that help. Years ago, I was a very unhappy camper, not enjoying living in Santa Fe, NM. For most of my seven years living there, I wanted to relocate (again) and didn’t have the financial means to do so. When a friend visiting from NYC asked me how I enjoyed living in Santa Fe, as we walked around the lovely plaza downtown, I heard myself complaining yet again about what I disliked about living there. And, I was sooo tired of the complaining. Shortly thereafter I remembered to ask Spirit for help in relocating. The lightbulb had finally gone off! Duh. I had been trying (or not trying) to do it all by myself. Asking for help from Spirit, I was no longer alone (as if I’d ever really been) and I had the power of God consciously behind me. Here’s what I told Spirit: God, I really need Your help to get out of here. I’ll do anything that is required – even get a job! You know that I’ve said I’d never work … Continue reading →

Expect Good

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Today, and every day, I expect good. I anticipate meeting new friends. I joyously anticipate contacting new situations which will increase my livingness. My life is an adventure. I know that wonderful things are going to happen to me. I know that everything I do shall turn into good for myself and others. – “This Thing Called You,” by Ernest Holmes, page 75 Spirit is the sustaining Principle of my life, the only active Principle, and It is always moving me towards my good. Knowing this, I expect good and look forward to it. In fact, my expectancy speeds the progress. I feel enthusiastic about my life and look forward to seeing how the adventure unfolds. Thank You, Spirit!    

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Belonging

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“Belonging is a deep spiritual need.” — “Paths to Recovery: Al-Anon’s Steps, Traditions, and Concepts,” by Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc., page 270 I was reading about participation in groups, specifically as a volunteer giving service in a 12 Step program. It wasn’t until I became a member of a 12 Step group for eating disorders that I felt like I belonged. Of course, a 12 Step group is focused on spirituality, but I had no clue that a sense of belonging was actually a need, a spiritual need at that! Just like I didn’t know my eating disorder was about me trying to fit a square peg into a round hole, trying to fill a spiritual need (connection to Spirit) with a physical thing (food). I immediately felt at home in 12 Step meetings; I didn’t feel so alone. That was a tremendous milestone for me. But I think belonging goes beyond feeling not alone and may take some time to develop. Belonging, to me, feels warmer, is a stronger sense of closeness and bonding. I didn’t experience that sense of belonging in my family of origin, and, in fact, felt fairly isolated since I felt no one understood … Continue reading →

Constant is Spirit

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“Today I directly experience the reality of Spirit, allowing It to renew my mind, guide my decisions, and direct my affairs. I know that in the eternal act of creation, everything passes from the Invisible to the visible to be temporarily experienced.” — “365 Science of Mind: A Year of Daily Wisdom from Ernest Holmes,” February 20 Each life is temporary, each of us here for a limited amount of time, and then we shed our body and go back to pure Spirit—until the next go around if that is what is necessary for our spiritual evolution. While I am here in this body, I strive to stay in the present moment and savor it. People will come and go, jobs, possessions, and everything else in this material world. What I have as a constant is Spirit, the Invisible, within me always, wherever my journey takes me. Spirt as Love, Spirit as Wholeness, Spirit as Freedom, and so much more, all of the Invisible.

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Be Your Greatest Me!

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“While we have the gift of life, it seems to me the only tragedy is to allow part of us to die—whether it is our spirit, our creativity, or our glorious uniqueness.” – Gilda Radner This quote hit home this morning after the events of yesterday’s work day and my ruminations about it. I’ve always admired folks whose means of earning money tapped into their creativity, their spirituality, their passion. I’ve enjoyed that from time-to-time, usually while in my own small business, but was never really able to sustain a decent level of income in order to be financially stable and comfortable. Several years ago, I made the decision to go back into the corporate world mainly so I could collect a steady paycheck. Still, if I’m spending 40 hours a week on a job, I want to enjoy it, be creative, learn, and make a difference in lives. What better use of time could there be?! I know many folks are happy satisfied enough with simply collecting a paycheck, but I’m not one of them. Since making that decision, I’ve been working contract jobs as a technical writing and business support consultant. I’ve managed to earn some good money, … Continue reading →

The Divine in You

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I have studied Science of Mind before, but getting back into it again since moving to Prescott and attending the local Center for Spiritual Living, has been transformational. It seems to be penetrating my soul more than any New Thought philosophy has before, and at a deeper level. Perhaps my soul is better prepared and receptive to it than before. Of course, no explanation is really needed. I am simply delighted and grateful! I am embracing and incorporating into my life and actions the principles I am learning even though this is not the first time I’ve heard of them. I’m reading literature daily and, between it, and attending the Sunday service and classes, the philosophy is permeating my being. Principles are coming to mind when situations arise, and I need guidance. It was synchronistic that I had a work meeting coming up in an hour but had not yet read my morning daily meditations/guides because of an early start time today. I thought it a perfect time to pause and read. I’m in a new job and I was nervous and fearful about the upcoming meeting, concerned that my colleague (I’ll call him Steve) would think I was an … Continue reading →

The Power of God

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In the next chapter of the saga of the need to purchase and physically get a ladder into my house so that I can eventually install HVAC filters, I’ve been looking to Spirit for further guidance after being given a Spiritual Mind Treatment in the middle of the night recently. I researched online what was available to meet my needs, including my budget, and was delighted to see that I could get a ladder delivered for what I thought was a very reasonable price. Fabulous news, problem would soon be easily resolved. Ha! I thought it best to see it in person before ordering, and today was the day to play adult and go to Home Depot. I shopped for some smaller items, getting help from the plentiful and knowledgeable staff, leaving the ladder for last. When it was time for that, it was mighty difficult to get assistance. My research proved helpful, and I was able to decide which one to purchase. With not knowing if the ladder would fit into my Camry with the back seats down, I thought I’d check with customer service about paying for the item in store and arranging delivery as I had seen … Continue reading →

Invisible But All-Penetrating

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“If we carry a light into a darkened room, the darkness is dissipated without effort on our part. So it is the experience of one who has a deep consciousness of Life. Something invisible but all-penetrating will flow through his every look and gesture. People will feel better sitting in his presence.” – 365 Science of Mind: A Year of Daily Wisdom from Ernest Holmes, February 3 Reading the aforementioned got me strolling down Memory Lane, the early days of being in 12 Step program. I had found Home when I stepped in to my first meeting back in March 1990. I resonated with people’s stories, feelings, reactions to life, and the use of our common drug of choice as a coping mechanism. More importantly, I found love, compassion, understanding, and acceptance unlike I had ever known. As I studied and put into practice the principles and tools of the program, I came to believe in a Power greater than myself. Giving of my time, talents, and treasure—being of service—gave my life tremendous meaning and filled me with joy and enthusiasm. My whole attitude and outlook upon life changed. It was all so new and quite different from my past … Continue reading →