May 14, 2011
I am a spiritual skeptic.
What that means is that I am open to the many wonderful possibilities that our universe has to offer, and I recognize that there are many sixth sensory experiences and phenomena that I am not yet able to understand. It also means that while I am open, I still view new experiences through a lens of healthy skepticism. I am not someone who just believes for the sake of believing. I believe after I have either experienced it firsthand or been shown enough proof that it’s harder to not believe than it is to believe.
I think because I naturally live my life in this way, I was especially drawn to Dr. Brian Weiss’s book: Many Lives, Many Masters. He is a well-respected psychiatrist who recommends that skepticism is a necessary part of life, and he still uses the scientific method in his own work today.
In his book (which I just finished and absolutely loved), he recounts his experience with one particular patient of his in the 1980s: Catherine. She came to him for various phobias and anxieties, and while he More
May 7, 2011
I was introduced to this week’s selection several years ago,
and am excited to share it with you now!
If you like Tarot cards, Numerology, and Astrology, you will love this selection:
Cards of Your Destiny:
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Here is more about them from the publisher:
Priceless information about your future…in minutes
Using just your birthdate, Cards of Your Destiny will reveal your future and even explain your past. Covering finances, career, travel, health and relationships, this book will amaze you with detailed descriptions of the events of your life and help you change your life for the better.
The predictions about your future are startlingly accurate and insightful, including answers to such questions as:
-When will you have the Millionaire’s Spread?
-When will you meet someone new or get More
Apr 30, 2011
This week’s Saturday selection is Oprah’s new television network:
OWN.
Like many of us, I grew up watching Oprah. I have learned so much from her show over the years and continue to be inspired by all that she does to empower each of us to live our best lives.
And while I am going to miss watching her show each day, I am so happy that she’s now able to spread her positive message and reach so many through her new network.
If you haven’t seen the shows on it yet, I would definitely recommend tuning in.
Each is handpicked by Oprah herself, and they are filled with feel good vibes that will definitely have you coming back for more.
Here is Oprah’s plan and vision for the network:
I said from the beginning that this was an opportunity for me to step out of the box and make the kind of shows that make my heart sing.
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Master Class
Oprah handpicks celebrities who are masterful at what they do. People who can help teach us what they have learned so far on their journey. I absolutely loved them all, but Oprah’s was definitely my favorite. She has so much wisdom, and I took so much away for my own life after watching her.
Enough Already with Peter Walsh
Peter Walsh is the decluttering expert, and in this show he helps hoarders get to the heart of the matter knowing that it’s not about the material things but rather about something much deeper. I love the breakthrough moments in this show – that moment when the person realizes what is really driving the clutter. That is when the change can begin.
Our America with Lisa Ling
Lisa Ling travels our country and shows us a glimpse into certain subcultures that we may not have otherwise been exposed to. She is such a compassionate reporter who truly does a wonderful job of telling their stories.
A surprise favorite:
The Judds
This chronicles Naomi and Wynonna Judd’s journey together – both through the country as they tour for their final concert together and also their personal journeys of growth and learning how to better communicate and love each other. It’s very raw and very real.
There are so many other great shows in the works that I’m very excited about.
I just love that there is an entire network built on positivity, growth, inspiration, and quality.
And I trust that Oprah will continue choosing shows that reflect this wonderful mission.
If you haven’t tuned in already, I would encourage you to do so.
A daily dose of warm fuzzies and positivity
goes a long way in helping you create a happy life.
And this network definitely does that!
Apr 9, 2011
As I sat down to write about this week’s selection, I was thinking over different possibilities, and one book kept coming to the forefront of my mind. It’s a book that I read several years ago that had a big impact on my life. And I’ve noticed that it’s been mentioned in several blogs that I read recently, so I thought it would be a great time to recommend it here.
It’s called:
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I have been sensitive all of my life – and while I have always embraced this side of myself, this book also helped me to understand my own sensitivity better. It helped me realize that it’s not just about emotions but also about how we take in stimuli and how our nervous systems are wired.
While you most likely are already aware if you are a highly sensitive person, here is a test just to check in and see where you fit on the spectrum:
The HSP Self Test
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In her national bestseller, The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You, author Elaine Aron defines a distinct personality trait that affects as many as one out of every five people. According to Dr. Aron’s definition, the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) has a sensitive nervous system, is aware of subtleties More
