Your beliefs dictate your life.
Do you believe and think in small and limited ways?
Do you think seeing is believing or are you open to the fact that by believing, you will see?
Do you think all the things that happen in your life have some special meaning or do you believe that it is all just random coincidence?
Are you the victim or are you the creator?
Do you even question your own thoughts? Are they actually yours?
Do you know who you are really?
The questions go on and on. A few years ago as part of my journey I came up with the phrase “question everythink”. It is a good piece of advice. I have also come to the conclusion that that piece of advice is partial. The missing clue to the other half is found in the Eagles song “Take it Easy”. The profound quote goes like this “Don’t let the sound of your own wheels drive you crazy”. The point is, you can question and observe your thoughts and choose whether or not you want to own them. That is how a belief is built.
Here is one of my beliefs.
I believe that everything I see, hear, touch and experience has meaning and has a lesson to learn. Something important and profound can be gleamed from every moment and experience. This includes every small detail. From the songs I hear on the radio and on my Ipod, to the bumper stickers and license plates I see on the road. From the emails I receive, to the books I read. From the dreams I experience, to the sunsets I watch. Each has an impact on revealing who I am. Each reveals a different and unique layer, concept or ideal of who I am. All these layers in total together make up and reveal all I am.
That is why people can easily contradict themselves over the years. It is in the revealing of truth and through personal growth that one may realize that the convictions and beliefs held just a few years ago may not have been truly correct and that their mind has now made a full 180 degree turn in seeming contradiction.
This also illustrates a portrayal of a person who is not consciously aware of how they live and how by living without awareness, at some point in time, they eventually hit a wall of pain and suffering that is so dense, so strong that it hurts a lot. Imagine a body moving at a 120 miles oper hour slamming ionto a wall. It is at this point, crumpled , broken and bleeding at this wall that those who have led their life immersed in the world of flesh and their small limited beliefs finally open to a possibility and potentiality that there must be something more out there. They are in a moment that hurts so bad they do not know what to do. So they do the one thing they have never done before, they reach out with their mind, with their full being to something more. There must be something more. Something more. Someone help me! Help me! Help me! HELP ME!!!
They have reached the most critical and monumental moment in their life. Where there is nowhere to go, nowhere left to run, nothing left to give and nothing left to lose.
In this final moment of complete surrender and futility, the light is revealed because they asked.
“Something more” shows up.
And oh, how one is transformed by that meeting!
For whatever name you may label “something more”, ultimately, it is a meeting with your own self, your true self. Your divine self. It takes many forms, different for each person but it is the same.
The life led after that meeting is never the same. In the mind the 180 degree turn has been made, you are led from that dead end. The self destruction stops, the life destroying habits fall away, the consciousness begins to rise, awareness creeps in, inspiration is received, life and mind are renewed, nothing is the same, and each experience is colored in a different way. Life gets better and better each day. Appreciation and gratitude grow. Self esteem and power are returned. Life is accepted and embraced for the joyous experience it is and always was.
You see, they didn’t know the truth but now they do and so do you.
(“once I was blind but now I can see”- Amazing Grace)
Realize that meeting your true self does not take the amount of pain and struggle in the example above. Mankind is so stubborn that it thinks it can do it on its own, that it doesn’t need help from any one or anything. That concept is false and ridiculous, it is a limited small belief held by the ego mind ( watch out for the wall, it can hurt!).
It is only within unity and harmony with your true self, your divine mind that this world will begin to reflect the inner peace and joy that it could and should be experiencing..
When you truly connect, feel and integrate with your divinity then the world will feel it with you and you shall have saved this world.
You are the savior. One day you shall fully awaken and know this truth.
Namaste,
Gavin
Friday, April 10, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
When Men and Mountains Meet
“Great things happen when men and mountains meet”
This was the quote I received out of the air in a synchronistic moment this morning.
To me it spoke volumes. For you see there is a mountain looming over me and most of the world at this precise moment. I stand in the shadow of my own particular mountain looking up at this formidable obstacle, challenge and foe. It has been on the horizon for a long time.
It is now that great things happen. Choices are made. Challenges are met. Obstacles are overcome.
Those that give up turn away and are lost. Those that persevere are rewarded with victory.
When you see the mountain what are you telling yourself? What is your state of mind?
Do you despair and skulk away in defeat or do you declare your victory over this obstacle and get to it.
Reminds me of a great quote from one of my favorite musicians:
“Stand up next to a mountain, chop it down with the edge of my hand”- Jimi Hendrix
I find that inspiring and one of the few acceptable solutions when facing a seemingly insurmountable obstacle. The only problem I have with it is that it implies a certain command of willpower, that most think they don’t have. (Most people don’t give themselves enough credit for all the things they could be capable of achieving and being, They instead prefer to be comfortable where they are and let fear rule their life)
A similarly inspiring statement from my favorite teacher comes closer to the truth of the matter.
“I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can move mountains” – Jesus Christ
This, to me points to the place where you will find the power and perseverance to climb over or remove that mountain. It is with a level of spiritual connection and guidance that mountains dwindle to mole hills. For not only by gaining proper perspective of the actual obstacle (mountain) but to gain clarity and understanding of the bigger picture.
What does this mean to you? How does one proceed at this point from the shadow of the mountain?
Here is my answer that I am implementing personally, as I write this, to overcome my mountain.
Immediate depth of connection to SPIRIT through fasting
I have realized that I cannot do anything without higher guidance. There is a line in the charter or texts used for Alcoholics Anonymous that really clarifies the point. It is “ your best thinking got you here”. Marrianne Williamson shared this bit of wisdom on her Ten Bridges of Transformation CD’s. It is applicable to most everyone. It says that if you are relying on your ego self or what you consider to be you to “figure it out” you will be disappointed with the results and ultimately, those seeming solutions will only lead to further suffering and pain. No, the choices your small unconnected mind comes up with are not the solutions you need.
You need to connect to your all knowing mind to gain the proper perspective. You need to see the big picture with clarity and understanding. You need to connect to SPIRIT so that you may obtain a state of GRACE. It is only from this vantage point that you should be choosing. Inspired action from your higher self is the only solution that will lead you unerringly to victory over anything in this world.
Right now I am choosing to strengthen my connection to my higher self. This solution works every time and can be easily implemented as long as you state your intention and follow through.
I am now starting a week or more of fasting. As in, not eating! For those of you not familiar with the process and power of fasting please consider this. Fasting is simply a choice that states Spirit is more important to me than the world of flesh. Not only do you receive incredible physical benefits but the spiritual benefits are staggering.
First fasting cleanses your body. Most of us eat regularly which means our body is working to digest something just about all the time. When you stop eating your body will actually start to repair, regenerate and rejuvenate. It really is wonderful and incredible. I highly recommend it. Drink plenty of water!!! It helps remove toxins your body will be trying to flush out.
Now the more important benefit is the spiritual aspect. From my worldly physical perspective, I have a problem. I need help in finding a solution to this problem. I go to SPIRIT (or GOD) to receive the correct solution. This solution will not only always be the correct solution for me but will also be the correct solution for everyone it touches. It is the correct solution for everyone.
Fasting launches your connection to spirit like a rocket because you are saying that this world, this illusion and these issues are not important, but spirit is , truth is , reality is. You are asking your higher self to help you see correctly.
You have set forth the truth that this body is meaningless and just a vehicle for your inner spirit. With that proclamation, you will begin to connect on deeper levels to your inner spirit and divinity and your higher self will show you, lead you, to truth and reality. It will bring clarity of vision and illumination to darkness.
Then, when you look upon your mountain from this higher perspective you may come to the realization that there was never even a mountain there! It was only of your own making.
No matter what, you will know the answer because you asked and you put enough value on the answer by following it through with the action of fasting to ensure you receive it.
The whole process above is exemplified by the great work of Mahatma Gandhi. Do you realize that Gandhi single handedly defeated the British Empire through the simple act of fasting? You have the same power at your disposal. You have the same capabilities and power available, if you choose to accept it. Whatever your needs or problems you may be facing this solution will work.
It would not take an extended period, I would simply say three days would be sufficient and you do not even need to fully fast , just stick to juice(real juice , no sugar added, organic) and fruit. A glass of juice in the morning with maybe an apple and juice for lunch and maybe an orange and juice for dinner. You see, quite simple but incredibly powerful. You will feel the difference and experience a whole new level of clarity and connection. It could easily be your ticket to FREEDOM.
I know it is to mine!
DO IT and see for your self. You can only win.
God bless,
Gavin
This was the quote I received out of the air in a synchronistic moment this morning.
To me it spoke volumes. For you see there is a mountain looming over me and most of the world at this precise moment. I stand in the shadow of my own particular mountain looking up at this formidable obstacle, challenge and foe. It has been on the horizon for a long time.
It is now that great things happen. Choices are made. Challenges are met. Obstacles are overcome.
Those that give up turn away and are lost. Those that persevere are rewarded with victory.
When you see the mountain what are you telling yourself? What is your state of mind?
Do you despair and skulk away in defeat or do you declare your victory over this obstacle and get to it.
Reminds me of a great quote from one of my favorite musicians:
“Stand up next to a mountain, chop it down with the edge of my hand”- Jimi Hendrix
I find that inspiring and one of the few acceptable solutions when facing a seemingly insurmountable obstacle. The only problem I have with it is that it implies a certain command of willpower, that most think they don’t have. (Most people don’t give themselves enough credit for all the things they could be capable of achieving and being, They instead prefer to be comfortable where they are and let fear rule their life)
A similarly inspiring statement from my favorite teacher comes closer to the truth of the matter.
“I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can move mountains” – Jesus Christ
This, to me points to the place where you will find the power and perseverance to climb over or remove that mountain. It is with a level of spiritual connection and guidance that mountains dwindle to mole hills. For not only by gaining proper perspective of the actual obstacle (mountain) but to gain clarity and understanding of the bigger picture.
What does this mean to you? How does one proceed at this point from the shadow of the mountain?
Here is my answer that I am implementing personally, as I write this, to overcome my mountain.
Immediate depth of connection to SPIRIT through fasting
I have realized that I cannot do anything without higher guidance. There is a line in the charter or texts used for Alcoholics Anonymous that really clarifies the point. It is “ your best thinking got you here”. Marrianne Williamson shared this bit of wisdom on her Ten Bridges of Transformation CD’s. It is applicable to most everyone. It says that if you are relying on your ego self or what you consider to be you to “figure it out” you will be disappointed with the results and ultimately, those seeming solutions will only lead to further suffering and pain. No, the choices your small unconnected mind comes up with are not the solutions you need.
You need to connect to your all knowing mind to gain the proper perspective. You need to see the big picture with clarity and understanding. You need to connect to SPIRIT so that you may obtain a state of GRACE. It is only from this vantage point that you should be choosing. Inspired action from your higher self is the only solution that will lead you unerringly to victory over anything in this world.
Right now I am choosing to strengthen my connection to my higher self. This solution works every time and can be easily implemented as long as you state your intention and follow through.
I am now starting a week or more of fasting. As in, not eating! For those of you not familiar with the process and power of fasting please consider this. Fasting is simply a choice that states Spirit is more important to me than the world of flesh. Not only do you receive incredible physical benefits but the spiritual benefits are staggering.
First fasting cleanses your body. Most of us eat regularly which means our body is working to digest something just about all the time. When you stop eating your body will actually start to repair, regenerate and rejuvenate. It really is wonderful and incredible. I highly recommend it. Drink plenty of water!!! It helps remove toxins your body will be trying to flush out.
Now the more important benefit is the spiritual aspect. From my worldly physical perspective, I have a problem. I need help in finding a solution to this problem. I go to SPIRIT (or GOD) to receive the correct solution. This solution will not only always be the correct solution for me but will also be the correct solution for everyone it touches. It is the correct solution for everyone.
Fasting launches your connection to spirit like a rocket because you are saying that this world, this illusion and these issues are not important, but spirit is , truth is , reality is. You are asking your higher self to help you see correctly.
You have set forth the truth that this body is meaningless and just a vehicle for your inner spirit. With that proclamation, you will begin to connect on deeper levels to your inner spirit and divinity and your higher self will show you, lead you, to truth and reality. It will bring clarity of vision and illumination to darkness.
Then, when you look upon your mountain from this higher perspective you may come to the realization that there was never even a mountain there! It was only of your own making.
No matter what, you will know the answer because you asked and you put enough value on the answer by following it through with the action of fasting to ensure you receive it.
The whole process above is exemplified by the great work of Mahatma Gandhi. Do you realize that Gandhi single handedly defeated the British Empire through the simple act of fasting? You have the same power at your disposal. You have the same capabilities and power available, if you choose to accept it. Whatever your needs or problems you may be facing this solution will work.
It would not take an extended period, I would simply say three days would be sufficient and you do not even need to fully fast , just stick to juice(real juice , no sugar added, organic) and fruit. A glass of juice in the morning with maybe an apple and juice for lunch and maybe an orange and juice for dinner. You see, quite simple but incredibly powerful. You will feel the difference and experience a whole new level of clarity and connection. It could easily be your ticket to FREEDOM.
I know it is to mine!
DO IT and see for your self. You can only win.
God bless,
Gavin
Thursday, March 5, 2009
How to Stay Centered and Calm!
How do you get through these times of trial and tribulation?
How do you stay centered and calm in times of struggle and change?
The answer my friend, is simple---BREATHE!
That’s right. Not only is it simple but it is actually an automatic function of your beingness.
That is why it is so important to actually focus on it and expand it to greater levels. Realize that normally you do not even think about breathing it just happens, but what is the first thing that you will learn when you are about to birth a child into this world—BREATHE!.
The answer is always the same. Always come back to concentrating on the breath. Breathe through the obstacles and troubles that are pressing you.
This works on many levels and for many reasons. Here are a few.
The science behind the breath is easy to understand. Without oxygen your body perishes. Oxygen is the most vital ingredient for your functioning in this life. Go without food for a month, go without water for a week but go without oxygen for more than a few minutes and it is game over. Now, realize that when you start expanding your breath and bringing in more oxygen your body perks up, your brain starts getting the vitality it needs and starts functioning better, with increased energy and increased blood flow.
The breath gets your body functioning properly. The blood starts flowing carrying this vital oxygen to places where the oxygen was low. You won’t even realize you were functioning at half potential until you start breathing, then you feel the difference. Start breathing and moving together and you may start a chain reaction in your body that will bring you to a whole new place.
The next reason for me to focus on my breath is the same reason people meditate. It brings focus and clarity to my mind which normally moves a thousand miles a minute.
It slows down my mind and body to the point that I can release and empty the thoughts and babble bouncing around in my mind. This gives me a sense of peace and the realization that no matter what may be happening out there, inside I am calm and peaceful. Everything is alright.
The next reason is the most important to me and it is about belief. When you breathe you would do well to imagine that it is God’s essence you are breathing. It is the divine essence of life that courses in and out of your body filling you with it’s power and grace. If you can visualize this essence flowing in and out of your body you will realize even more powerful results. The air you breathe, the oxygen around you, is the breath of life. It is the energy of the universe just waiting for you to take it in and direct it. It is the breath of God. There is no thing more powerful anywhere.
So, you can now see breathing is the most important thing you can do for yourself today, there are tremendous benefits to be had by focusing on its rhythm.
Start your practice of breath awareness today and open your self to a whole new perspective.
You won't be disappointed!
Love and blessings,
Gavin
gavin@lifehealing.biz
How do you stay centered and calm in times of struggle and change?
The answer my friend, is simple---BREATHE!
That’s right. Not only is it simple but it is actually an automatic function of your beingness.
That is why it is so important to actually focus on it and expand it to greater levels. Realize that normally you do not even think about breathing it just happens, but what is the first thing that you will learn when you are about to birth a child into this world—BREATHE!.
The answer is always the same. Always come back to concentrating on the breath. Breathe through the obstacles and troubles that are pressing you.
This works on many levels and for many reasons. Here are a few.
The science behind the breath is easy to understand. Without oxygen your body perishes. Oxygen is the most vital ingredient for your functioning in this life. Go without food for a month, go without water for a week but go without oxygen for more than a few minutes and it is game over. Now, realize that when you start expanding your breath and bringing in more oxygen your body perks up, your brain starts getting the vitality it needs and starts functioning better, with increased energy and increased blood flow.
The breath gets your body functioning properly. The blood starts flowing carrying this vital oxygen to places where the oxygen was low. You won’t even realize you were functioning at half potential until you start breathing, then you feel the difference. Start breathing and moving together and you may start a chain reaction in your body that will bring you to a whole new place.
The next reason for me to focus on my breath is the same reason people meditate. It brings focus and clarity to my mind which normally moves a thousand miles a minute.
It slows down my mind and body to the point that I can release and empty the thoughts and babble bouncing around in my mind. This gives me a sense of peace and the realization that no matter what may be happening out there, inside I am calm and peaceful. Everything is alright.
The next reason is the most important to me and it is about belief. When you breathe you would do well to imagine that it is God’s essence you are breathing. It is the divine essence of life that courses in and out of your body filling you with it’s power and grace. If you can visualize this essence flowing in and out of your body you will realize even more powerful results. The air you breathe, the oxygen around you, is the breath of life. It is the energy of the universe just waiting for you to take it in and direct it. It is the breath of God. There is no thing more powerful anywhere.
So, you can now see breathing is the most important thing you can do for yourself today, there are tremendous benefits to be had by focusing on its rhythm.
Start your practice of breath awareness today and open your self to a whole new perspective.
You won't be disappointed!
Love and blessings,
Gavin
gavin@lifehealing.biz
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Be encouraged!
Thanks to all who are out there actually reading this post. It has been a while since my last one.
I just wanted to say a couple items that seem to be appropriate at this time.
Remain strong, stay courageous, do not fear!
I know that, at this time, people are feeling the squeeze. That hardship and tribulation are the entrée of the day. Well, I am here to say that it will all be alright.
No matter what you may be experiencing, it is going to be ok.
Sometimes a person has to be willing to let go of the self images they have.
Shamanism has a practice of initiation that really exemplifies what I am talking about. In ancient cultures to become a shaman or to fully realize your power you had to endure tests of extreme physical, mental and spiritual difficulty. These tests would push a person to a ritual shamanistic death. This is the process that brings a shaman to break down and release all the former notions of “self”. Shaman death is the symbolic death to former old ways of life and personal identity, in other words a dying to the preconceived images of who you think you are or sometimes referred to as “ego”. This would make room for new ways.
These tests may be happening to you right now!
Do not be afraid just because change is on the horizon. It will go much better if you release all former notions of self and embrace the new ways you are being guided towards. Typically this involves taking “responsibility” or a new awareness of “responsibility”. Don’t let this word scare you. I know that lots of people immediately turn away once the word “responsibility” comes up. It is as if it has a sub label saying “too hard” on it. Don’t turn away just bring it in to who you are and it will do the rest. Meditate on the thought or word of “responsibility” and see what happens. Ask yourself “What is responsibility?” Reflect on it for a few minutes, it might change your life.
I leave you with a inspiring thought from a true friend of mine.
“My yoke is easy and my burden is light” - Jesus
Thanks and God bless,
Gavin
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
For My yoke is easy, and My burden is light
-Matthew 11: 28-30
I just wanted to say a couple items that seem to be appropriate at this time.
Remain strong, stay courageous, do not fear!
I know that, at this time, people are feeling the squeeze. That hardship and tribulation are the entrée of the day. Well, I am here to say that it will all be alright.
No matter what you may be experiencing, it is going to be ok.
Sometimes a person has to be willing to let go of the self images they have.
Shamanism has a practice of initiation that really exemplifies what I am talking about. In ancient cultures to become a shaman or to fully realize your power you had to endure tests of extreme physical, mental and spiritual difficulty. These tests would push a person to a ritual shamanistic death. This is the process that brings a shaman to break down and release all the former notions of “self”. Shaman death is the symbolic death to former old ways of life and personal identity, in other words a dying to the preconceived images of who you think you are or sometimes referred to as “ego”. This would make room for new ways.
These tests may be happening to you right now!
Do not be afraid just because change is on the horizon. It will go much better if you release all former notions of self and embrace the new ways you are being guided towards. Typically this involves taking “responsibility” or a new awareness of “responsibility”. Don’t let this word scare you. I know that lots of people immediately turn away once the word “responsibility” comes up. It is as if it has a sub label saying “too hard” on it. Don’t turn away just bring it in to who you are and it will do the rest. Meditate on the thought or word of “responsibility” and see what happens. Ask yourself “What is responsibility?” Reflect on it for a few minutes, it might change your life.
I leave you with a inspiring thought from a true friend of mine.
“My yoke is easy and my burden is light” - Jesus
Thanks and God bless,
Gavin
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
For My yoke is easy, and My burden is light
-Matthew 11: 28-30
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)