Strife, Confusion and Conflict be gone If a difference of opinion has clouded your thoughts ... If you change your focus and look for the common ground of peace, focus and look for the common ground of peace,you can bring Harmony into your relationships again, you become an Earth angel. Remember, God tells us that blessed are the peacemakers. When we dwell together in unity, we honor God and open the door for His hand of blessing in every area of our lives. You can bring … [Read more...]
Violence is not always Visible, Henriette Eiby Christensen
September 28, 2012 by
How Anger (and education) Saved Me From Suicide Six years ago, I came out of a 12-year verbally abusive relationship not knowing what had happened. First relief, then not understanding why I felt so bad, and kept feeling like the world would be a better place without me in it. Then ANGER. No way was I going to let him continue to have that kind of power over me – I had to understand everything, not only for myself, but also for my three children. And so I started writing and … [Read more...]
Breathing as a Release – WOMEN in RECOVERY
September 13, 2012 by
Breath Breathing in, I know I’m breathing in. Breathing out, I know As the in-breath grows deep, The out-breath grows slow. Breathing in makes me calm. Breathing out makes me ease. With the in-breath, I smile. With the out-breath, I release. Breathing in, there is only the present moment. Breathing out, it is a wonderful moment. -Thich Nhat Hanh Breathwork refers to many forms of conscious alteration of breathing, such as connecting the inhale and exhale, or energetically … [Read more...]
I HATE You, Daddy!!!, Larry James
September 11, 2012 by
I HATE You, Daddy!!! When my daughter was about 10 years old she went berserk. Well, maybe not berserk, but it sure felt like it to me. She moved into a total stage of rebellion. It was so bad that I heard the words, "I hate you" more than I care to recall. When asked to do something she didn't want to do, she would have this sudden burst of anger. It was like a knife going into my heart. When this began to happen, my initial (angry) response was, "Don't talk to me … [Read more...]
Addictions Backfire, Jennifer Kunst, Ph.D. – WOMEN in RECOVERY
September 11, 2012 by
Why are addictions so hard to break? There is no single answer to this question, for addiction’s power is multi-layered. We know that there are physical, mental, emotional, social, and even spiritual forces at play. But with each layer of understanding comes a greater opportunity to help those who struggle to free themselves from an attachment that has become destructive. I come to the question as a psychoanalyst, of course, and so I am interested in what lies beneath the surface of … [Read more...]
Honor Your Body, Emotions, Feelings and Mind – WOMEN in RECOVERY
September 9, 2012 by
Listen and honor your feelings ... Spiritual Re-Awakening... spend some time alone in quiet thought. It is important that you allow yourself to decompress find quiet time to reflect, continue to grow spiritually, nourish yourself spiritually and emotional. Your Higher Power is here for you, Divine Guidance has opened the door . You were created to make a difference to impact our society to make this world a better place. Self care and self love go … [Read more...]
Three Benefits to Spiritual Surrender
August 21, 2012 by
Surrender & Release Let go, and let the Universe guide ... When we willingly release and begin the process of healing from the unhappy situation, we may find we gain the necessary clarity that was not apparent to us before. In having gained clarity individuals often regain their own self determination and strength. If we could see the miracle in letting go our whole life would change. sur·ren·der [suh-ren-der] Show IPA verb (used with object) 1.to … [Read more...]
Gratitude is ‘not’ an Emotion – WOMEN in RECOVERY
August 13, 2012 by
Think of all the things that do make You HAPPY... The benefits of keeping gratitude journals So many of us confuse 'feeling' thankful with the actual decision made to show that we are thankful. For example, a neighbour brings back your lost puppy, and you tell them just how thankful you are. The more beneficial response would be to take the time, get to know that neighbour more and at the opportune time, DO something nice for them; be helpful in some way and return … [Read more...]
I LOVE YOU, Shirlee Hall
July 12, 2012 by
I AM LOVE I AM LOVE IS A SECRET PLACE WITHIN A PLACE WHERE I AM HIDES I AM LOVE IS RADIANT LIGHT ESTABLISHED CONSCIOUSLY I AM LOVE IS BEYOND LANGUAGE ONLY THE HEART KNOWS I AM LOVE IS A CUP RUNNING OVER AS CLARITY AND BEING I AM LOVE IS THE SMILE OF SILENCE AND THE JOY OF RECOGNITION I AM LOVE IS NOT MEMORY, SORROW OR SUFFERING IT IS BEYOND THE VIBRATION OF CONFUSION I AM LOVE IS NOT THE BODY AND YET IT IS I AM LOVE IS NOT THE MIND AND YET IT IS I AM … [Read more...]
WOMEN in RECOVERY – Mind to Matter
June 6, 2012 by
Your Higher Power and all who love, protect, and guide you are watching over you right now. When you take time to communicate with God - Your Higher Power, Strength into your life is the Gift returned. Be reassured in the multitude of anxious thoughts within you that Divine love comforts you. Take these thoughts from 'mind to matter' and write them down. Your Higher Power will Comfort with the Energy of Divine Love. If you ever feel doubtful about your ability to help others, ask Your … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION – Jackie Paulson
June 2, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women is honored to Celebrate the Life of this Amazing Woman that has "Seen the Light" and has decided to devote her Life to sharing this experience with others; so to help in the Healing and in the search for One Purpose in Life, and she is now available to the Women of our World... WOMAN of ACTION Jackie Paulson Jackie Paulson is a qualified Paralegal and holds a two year degree from Kaplan University in Chicago, Illinois as a … [Read more...]
