Rog is working with a young woman on a business plan for her dream business. After her getting stuck trying to go about drafting it in the conventional way, Rog suggested she come from the place of Spirit.
Isn’t that the solution all the time? To remember and be Spirit in all situations, all conundrums? And, isn’t that who we truly are? We can come straight from the heart. We can relax and be at peace. Creativity flows, questions resolve.
Dear God-
Help me to remember I am Spirit and to carry the qualities of You into all circumstances, all relationships, all the time.
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Thursday, June 3, 2010
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Patience and Faith
“Patience, patience, patience, is what the sea teaches. Patience and faith. One should lie empty, open, choice less as a beach – waiting for a gift from the sea." - A Gift from the Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh
“Patience” is the word that Spirit whispered in my ear as I came towards the end of a conversation with Rog last night. Patience for what? Patience with him and for the spiritual journey he is on, patience with my own spiritual path, and patience with my ego.
There’s that part of me that wants answers and solutions immediately. And, that part would gladly dive into a quick-fix without weighing future repercussions.
Being patient with my ego, treating it kindly like a little kid, gives me a chance to breathe, slow down, and be in the now. I am able to open up what was a closing heart and enjoy some peace.
Inherent in this patience is the faith, the knowing, that Spirit sits with me while I wait and seek a solution that flows with ease and grace and is for the highest good of all.
“Patience” is the word that Spirit whispered in my ear as I came towards the end of a conversation with Rog last night. Patience for what? Patience with him and for the spiritual journey he is on, patience with my own spiritual path, and patience with my ego.
There’s that part of me that wants answers and solutions immediately. And, that part would gladly dive into a quick-fix without weighing future repercussions.
Being patient with my ego, treating it kindly like a little kid, gives me a chance to breathe, slow down, and be in the now. I am able to open up what was a closing heart and enjoy some peace.
Inherent in this patience is the faith, the knowing, that Spirit sits with me while I wait and seek a solution that flows with ease and grace and is for the highest good of all.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Giving
In a recent Daily Guideposts, Roberta Messner talked about how giving to others in a variety of ways lessened her chronic physical pain from an incurable disorder. Her doctor told her that her discovery was supported by both the Bible and medical science. “Giving releases endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, Roberta. Studies have actually shown that volunteers, some of the most devoted givers of all, lead happier, healthier and longer lives.”
In another recent Daily Guideposts (01.23.10) I read the following prayer: “Dear Lord, help me do one thing today that brings someone farther away from a problem and closer to a solution.”
When I was very actively doing service in OA, there is no doubt that I felt happier and more fulfilled as I helped my peers live in the solution for their eating disorder problem. It was an honor and a privilege to serve. In my giving of myself, my self was receiving - a lovely, loving loop of giving and receiving in action. My own recovery was enhanced, my connection to Spirit strengthened, my channel clearer, my heart open.
Service is always a great way to quiet the ego, let God in, and shine my light to help others. As I set my intentions for moving my life and purpose forward, I enthusiastically (“with God”) give of myself. I am blessed as I bless others.
In another recent Daily Guideposts (01.23.10) I read the following prayer: “Dear Lord, help me do one thing today that brings someone farther away from a problem and closer to a solution.”
When I was very actively doing service in OA, there is no doubt that I felt happier and more fulfilled as I helped my peers live in the solution for their eating disorder problem. It was an honor and a privilege to serve. In my giving of myself, my self was receiving - a lovely, loving loop of giving and receiving in action. My own recovery was enhanced, my connection to Spirit strengthened, my channel clearer, my heart open.
Service is always a great way to quiet the ego, let God in, and shine my light to help others. As I set my intentions for moving my life and purpose forward, I enthusiastically (“with God”) give of myself. I am blessed as I bless others.
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Reconnecting
"Know that we can never be separate. You are hearing my Voice every time you think a happy thought, act with joy, and feel happiness right here and now. Practice these things daily, and your experience of our union will grow." – The Voice for Love, September 5
Well, I’m not feeling much like a happy camper now. I guess that means that I’m not hearing Spirit’s Voice right now, that I’m disconnected. I am not quite sure how I got here, although news and circumstances today have definitely affected me.
The solution? Get reconnected, of course. I’m going to spend some peaceful time reading spiritual literature and in contemplation. I’ll take a shower, always a calming and enjoyable experience for me. I think I’ll make a gratitude list, even if it’s just a mental one, and give thanks. And, above all, I will pray to Spirit to feel Its Presence, be at peace, and be full of trust and faith.
For no matter what is going on in the outer world, it is always possible to be at peace and Oneness in my inner world. I must reach out to Spirit for that peace beyond understanding.
Well, I’m not feeling much like a happy camper now. I guess that means that I’m not hearing Spirit’s Voice right now, that I’m disconnected. I am not quite sure how I got here, although news and circumstances today have definitely affected me.
The solution? Get reconnected, of course. I’m going to spend some peaceful time reading spiritual literature and in contemplation. I’ll take a shower, always a calming and enjoyable experience for me. I think I’ll make a gratitude list, even if it’s just a mental one, and give thanks. And, above all, I will pray to Spirit to feel Its Presence, be at peace, and be full of trust and faith.
For no matter what is going on in the outer world, it is always possible to be at peace and Oneness in my inner world. I must reach out to Spirit for that peace beyond understanding.
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