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Balancing Money and Spirituality

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:47:03 +0100

from powerattunements.com and Gifts of Guidance.com

How many times have you heard that "Money doesn't grow on trees", that "Money is the root of all Evil" or that anyone who is rich must, by definition, be either a crook or extremely hard and tough? Most people have extremely negative associations about Wealth and Money that were gained subconsciously whilst growing up. What are your beliefs?

Given that the Universe and the Source that created it are infinitely abundant, it is entirely correct that you should expect to be similarly abundant in your life. You have a right to wholesome expansion and wealth. Poverty is not intrinsic within creation--rather it is created by Man himself!

As you bring your finite Mind and Being increasingly in tune with the Source of infinite abundance, and you cannot help but manifest abundance too. Moreover, you will do it with ease, at will, and to a greater level than you ever believed possible for yourself and others. If the universe is infinitely creative, then you can be too once you are in tune with the spiritual laws by which the universe functions.

Decide from the outset what your true life purpose and hence priority is. Then determine NEVER to let that balance between spiritual commitment and external effort be undermined. When we work upon an external goal--particularly financial abundance--it is VERY easy to allow that goal to consume an increasing amount of time and mental capacity.

Decide from the outset that you are going to focus upon the process of being excellent in the field of endeavor that is your life's purpose. Then pursue it with the intention of being the very best you can be, rather than focusing primarily upon some monetary result/goal at the end of the process. You can certainly have a monetary goal. However, just be aware of the danger of letting this becoming the primary obsession. Don't ever let it happen. Also, always continually re-assess the balance and level of commitment between your externally focused activities and your spiritual goals. Never let that balance slip.

Understand this: when you are at peace, the universe supports you. And supports you in ways that are most appropriate for your life. In the west, this is the experience of money coming easily. When you are open and in self-acceptance and in alignment with spirit in your life, then money can enter as universal love.

Money is power in your world. If you wish to change things, you are more likely to have success if you have money than if you do not. Therefore to revile wealth is in some cases to abdicate power. From a spiritual perspective this is like telling spirit that you refuse it entry.

As you become willing to do what it takes to take care of yourself, to offer yourself a life of ease, to move into trust and let go of the fear that holds you in your suffering, then the universe can enter. If you are truly spiritual, you will celebrate the world and find ways to live that reflect your joy.

Raw Food Living & Spirituality by Jisele Tuuri

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:49:14 +0100

Living a raw food lifestyle is so much more than what you consume on a daily basis.
The more you introduce cleaner, fresher foods into your life the cleaner your body and thoughts become.
The more raw foods you consume the higher your vibrational frequency becomes.
How is that possible?
Because once you start to clean out your precious body and flush out the accumulated toxins from years of eating processed and refined foods the more your body can resonate at a purer level.
When your body is clean, your thoughts become cleaner and more inspired. When that happens you become more intuitive and connected to Spirt or Source.
Even studies have shown that the Pineal gland which is located in the third eye area of the forehead shrinks as we consume adulterated and toxic foods and beverages.
The Pineal gland is considered our connection to God, Source, Great Spirit or higher self.
The more raw living foods you consume, the more the Pineal gland has a chance to revive and strengthen therefore the connection to Source is stronger.
Raw foods are naturally nurturing to the body, mind and Spirit.
To your vibrant health and well being

Post Your Retreat Story

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:39:48 +0100

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A Meditation Prayer (November 2005)

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:51:41 +0100

This is a special time of prayer and silence. It is a time with God. It is a time with an all-encompassing Power. It is a time of healing. As you quiet your thoughts, you feel the presence of God within and around you.

(Silence)

Let us become still and feel this presence now. There is only God, and God is love.

The presence of Divine love fills your heart with serenity. As you realize the power of Divine love within you, you greet each day with confidence and live each day in peace.

Listen to these true words about you. THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF DIVINE
LOVE, I AM SERENE AND SECURE.

Accept that now, in the silence of prayer...

In the peace of Divine love, you now center your thoughts on guidance and open yourself to the direction of love. Divine love shines from within you like a beacon of light. You place every concern in this light, knowing that there is a right and perfect answer. Whatever is on your mind, whatever decisions you have to make, you release to Divine love and let the light of love guide you in the best way.

Relax further now. Relax into the love of God. Let go of any concern and know that you are being Divinely guided. THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF DIVINE
LOVE, I AM DIRECTED TO MY GOOD.

I feel the presence of Divine love. I am centered in love's illumining power. I turn my thoughts now to healing. In the presence of God, I realize that Divine love is healing love. I am one with God, one with the healing activity of Divine love. I feel the love of God flowing through me as a healing, cleansing stream. Divine love flows in and through me, renewing my cells, tissues, and organs, returning me to wholeness.

In this awareness, I experience a new sense of revitalizing life. I am assured that healing--all healing--is possible. I expect wholeness to become evident as I pray for myself and others. Through the power of the spoken word of prayer, I will speak and I accept this in my total belief.

THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF GOD’S PERFECT DIVINE LOVE, I AM ENERGETIC AND WELL.

And now we turn our prayer to prosperity. Think about the activity of Divine love that produces rich supply. Become established in an awareness of the abundance of God that surrounds you. Love is the all-powerful blessing that fills your mind with prospering ideas. Any need you may have, any good desire, is fulfilled through the activity of Divine love.

Hold thoughts in your mind of abundance, instead of lack.

With God’s help I now cast out lack in my thinking, lack in believing in no guidance, lack in believing in no possibility of health, and lack in believing in lack itself in my life in prosperity. I positively affirm in prayer.

I hold onto the abundance of God. In my mind, in my body, in my life, there is an abundance of the good of God, a God who is all-good, unwavering, steadily giving me what I need and what I desire.

This abundance belief is now quickened inside of me. In my mind's eye, I picture the good I desire.

THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF GOD’S DIVINE LOVE, MY LIFE IS ENRICHED.

"Thank You, God," by Chris Chenoweth at www.positivechristianity.org

The Dream (October 2006)

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:53:39 +0100

I attended a meditation retreat and achieved the deepest most energizing meditation I’ve ever been in. I set the intention of being at peace and not scattered. I’ve also been working on releasing my craving for marriage.

The next morning I had a nightmare about other men which led to several insights:
I felt alone and vulnerable in the dream. I realized upon awaking and reflecting on the dream that I blamed my 1st husband for not protecting me, not taking care of me, and not valuing me. I refused to have children with him and I now suspect it was because I knew he couldn’t protect and care for them either.

My 2nd husband was over protective, possessive, jealous, controlling, and abusive. My part was ignoring all this, marrying him, and having a child with him. I thought he would protect us, but he was really too selfish and self-centered to care for anyone but himself. Living with him was even more miserable and I abandoned him to protect my child by myself. I lived in the extremes - too much or too little protection.

My 3rd husband was more aware yet aloof with his drinking and disconnected as a result. I felt he would protect me and it was him I called out for in the dream. He would if he could, but he wasn’t always sober enough to be present or aware of danger.

I saw from the dreams that my desire to seek and find a husband has to do with a deep seated need for protection. I realized that my only true protection comes from God and by putting God first in my life I can feel secure with or without a husband, a partner.

Embracing Your Authentic Self (February 2007)

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:46:27 +0100

To Love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance – Oscar Wilde

Retreats have transformed my life in many ways and that is why I am committed to creating and hosting retreats as the director of Morning Mist Retreats. One issue I have struggled with is self love and self-care - a necessary step to having a healthy relationship. Embracing, loving, and nourishing your Authentic Self is an important part of recovery and a perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. To love others, we must first love ourselves. As Iyanla Vanzant so aptly puts it: "Love is the experience of oneness, a union of the mind and heart. We attempt to create this union with others before first creating it within ourselves. This is absolutely impossible! You cannot get love on the outside until you are love on the inside."

The February 2007 retreat "Embracing Your Authentic Self" helped me to love and accept myself through self-care and clearing out the past of ideas and energy that blocked me. This special day allowed me to value myself, provide self comfort, nourishment and the encouragement and support of others. Through creating a special collage of my strengths and desires, I embraced these qualities within myself and envisioned a future of my heart's desires, strengthening my self-love. I learned that I can get caught up in taking care of others and expecting them to take care of me and I released this need through a burning ceremony. Through ongoing self care, I feel better about myself and my self-love is deepened.