Welcome to Day 31! According to the dictionary, to transform means to change one thing into another. Taking it even further, we could say that transformation means to exchange one thought for another. In any event real transformation brings us to a point of no return. Have you felt that yet? Once you go so far – you can’t go back. You might drift a little sometimes, but you can’t ever really go back (as if the transformation never occurred). If we say that no two blades of grass are alike, that we are unique and unrepeatable beings, then we are acknowledging the transformative power of God. The ground of creation is always new, always changing. We are never really stuck, are we?

We’ve been using lots of transformation tools for thirty days now. There will be some more added to our spiritual toolbox before we are finished. But here’s the truth: we can’t use them all every day. You’ve got to pick and choose. Pick and choose what works best for you in the moment. I like the placemat. I also enjoy the BOPA. Some really enjoy scripting. Use what works for you. We are unique and so must our tools be. We will keep adding tools – even after our 40-day journey. Inch by Inch. Step by Step. That’s what transformation and growth are all about. Let’s just keep sowing these new ideas.

We have the means to release and let go of what used to be by simply making a decision to do so. Transformation can be a way of living. Yeah – that’s it! It’s not just about Destination Transformation. It’s about knowing – we never really make a mistake because we are never really done. It’s not time to take score now. We are in the midst of this thing called life. Guess what? We always will be. Always growing. Always knowing. Take it easy. No hurry – no worry – just transformation.

Your Gratitude Journal– I am thankful for YOU. Do a little self-appreciating today. What do you like about you? Write down 7 things that you really appreciate about you.

Today's Meditation – Continue to enjoy your toning-meditation twice a day (or more if needed.)

Giving to Others – Share your good news with someone today. Tell somebody the good news. What’s the good news? That’s up to you. I know you’ve got lots of good news.

Today’s Inspiration – “The ‘Universal Manager’ has the ability to bring everyone a vibrational match to what they are giving their attention to – without depriving anyone else of what they are wanting.” (Abraham)

“Give yourself the gift of a silent retreat every day, even if it is only for a few moments. Go back to that key of Higher Awareness – shutting down the inner dialogue – and know that this is your ticket to peace.” (Wayne Dyer)

ETJ

Welcome to Day 32.

Emerson wrote an essay about the circles in our lives, how the eye is a circle that perceives the world as a circle, and that around all known laws and principles a larger circle of understanding may be drawn. We live our lives in circular rather than linear fashion. Every one of our attitudes, desires, motives, and consequent actions is like an ever-widening circle of influence that ripples outward, and then back inward again, on a corresponding tide of new events and awarenesses.

Here’s what I read this morning: You have noticed that everything a Native American does is in a circle. That is because the power of the world always works in circles, and everything tries to be round. . . The sky is round, and I have heard that the earth is round like a ball, and so are all the stars. The wind in its greatest power, whirls. Birds make their nests in circles. Even the seasons form a great circle in their changing and always come back again, to where they were. The life of a man is a circle, from childhood to childhood. And so it is in everything, where power moves . . .”

You and I have circles of family, extended family, friends, colleagues, acquaintances, and so on. We could label these circles and make a list of absolutely everybody we know. Around all our research a larger circle could still be drawn. We could never guess who our lives have touched. Today let’s strike a chord of friendship and understanding with all we encounter. Just a simply word of kindness can set in motion circles of joy flowing back into your life. Enjoy your circle. Oh – make sure it includes everybody. That’s how the universe is – all-inclusive. No one is left out. Everybody is invited to the party! Some are clean and some are not. Some are funny and some are not. Some wear suits and some wear shorts. Some vote your way and some vote another way. How big is your circle? Let’s make our circle so big – it includes everyone and everything. That’s how Spirit is.

Your Gratitude Journal– Let’s do 6 things today – what are you grateful for?

Here are a few things that will make you feel good and be thankful:

My creativity is bringing only good into my life.
I always concentrate on the good in all my affairs.
I now have clear intuitive communication with my higher self.
I let miracles happen.
Divine love permeates me now.
I express my higher wisdom.
Limiting beliefs are melting away.
Happiness is my birthright, I claim it now.
I allow my feelings to be expressed, it is safe to express them.
All my needs are being met by my higher self.
I allow love to flow to me.
Only good now unfolds in my life.
I have an abundance of good in my life.
I live in a safe and loving environment.
The universe guides me in everything I do.
I love and accept myself just the way I am.
I have an open connection with the universe.
Everything is shown to me at the right time.
I am attracting all I need in this life.
My life is perfect, all is well in my life.
I am divinely guided along my path.
Every phase of my life unfolds perfectly.
Every situation is my teacher.
I let go of anyone or anything that has caused me pain.
I let go of the past; I am free.
I forgive everyone. In forgiving others I heal myself.
I find all solutions within myself.
I am at peace with my surroundings.
I accept that we are all doing the best we can.
I have an open heart and I see the love in others.
I dissolve blockages.
I now experience life peacefully and tranquilly.
I am now at peace and in harmony.
I now release doubts and fears.
All creative blocks are melting away.
I dissolve any blockages that are standing in my way.
I love doing my affirmations.
Affirmations are fun and easy.
I am relaxed when doing my affirmations.
My learning abilities are increasing.
I now love to learn.
Learning is fun and easy.
I absorb all learning material.
I soak up information.
I am a creative genius.
I easily learn every subject I choose.
I now obtain excellent result in all examinations.
I am at ease in exams.
I have easy recall of all learned information.
I attract to me all I need.
I have easy access to subconscious information.
I set goals and achieve them.
All subconscious information is being revealed to me now.
My performance is getting better and better.
I now improve on what I have already accomplished.
I now perform at my optimum level.
I now do everything required to reach my best.
I now have a healthy diet.
I now eat all the right foods for optimum performance.
I have all the required energy.
I love my sports activities.
I am a winner, I think like a winner.
I have the ability to perform better and better.
I am the greatest.
What the mind can conceive the mind can achieve.
I set goals and achieve them easily.
I enjoy keeping fit, I am in great shape.
I am now open to receive the abundant good that God has for me.
God is the source of all my good, I look only to him for my supply.
I vision only that which is for my highest good.
I speak only good, kind, loving and harmonious words.
I now release all fear, worry and doubt into the loving arms of God.
All that the father has is mine, I rejoice in it now.
I now let go and let God work in my financial affairs.
I think only loving positive and uplifting thoughts.
Money is positive, money is my friend.
I am now open to receive the abundant good that God has for me.
It is good to be wealthy.
God wants me to share in his good fortune.
I use my wealth wisely.
I now decree to God that I am ready to receive his abundance.
Financial success is mine, I accept it now.
I send out in thought only that which I desre to have returned.
The good I send out in thought, comes back to me multiplied.
I now have a clear and open connection with my higher self.
Money is coming to me easily and effortlessly.
I love the work I do, it is a part of God’s divine.

Today's Meditation – Continue to enjoy your toning-meditation twice a day. Try falling asleep toning. Ahhhh…..

Today’s Inspiration – “As you find vibrational harmony with your desires, you are never inhibiting or preventing anyone else from living what they are creating – but you are controlling and creating your own reality.” (Abraham)

(A lot of the Abe quotes have come from the “Well-Being Cards” by Jerry and Esther Hicks – I think they are worth having – I use them on a daily basis)

“Remember that what you think about expands. Since you have the power to make your inner world work for you or against you, use it to Create the Images of Bliss that you want to occur in your material world. Eventually, that inner bliss will be the blueprint that you consult as the architect of your everyday life.” (Wayne Dyer)

ETJ

Welcome to Day 33.

Do you like surprises? Life is full of them. We’ve all been taught to have contingency plans, like saving money for a rainy day and not putting all our eggs into one basket. I have a friend in the emergency business – I enjoy talking to him about being prepared. Being prepared doesn’t have to be about fear. Being prepared can just be smart. Yes – I know sometimes we do drift into the fear thing – putting more of our emotions on that ‘possible’ rainy day instead of the sunny day in front of us.

Sometimes we pretend we know exactly where our good is coming from and don’t even see it once it arrives. More than once, when I thought my ship had come in, I was waiting at the airport. We envision what we desire to experience, but nobody can say how it’s going to show up, or from what direction. Listen: your dreams can come true in a million and one ways – and most of them will amaze you. Life would be full if we could nail down every detail. We are creators. We are becoming better at deliberate creation. But I am still glad that surprises keep coming. My job is to feel good and just open my arms and receive all the good that matches my vibration. Surprises? You bet. That’s what keeps us flexible. Surprises, yoga and life – they all three keep me guessing. So let’s move lightly through our journey. Poised to field our good from whatever avenue it comes. Whatever it is – I know it’s good.

Your Gratitude Journal– What are you most thankful for today? Just one thing. Most thankful for? Is it a person, place or thing? If it is a person – tell him or her. If it is a place or thing – touch something that reminds you of it – and send it some ‘thank you’ vibrations.

Today's Meditation – Has the toning-meditation become part of your daily routine? It’s just like taking your morning shower and brushing your teeth, isn’t it? See, meditation isn’t some big mystical deal – it’s more like a walk in the park. It’s just getting quiet and noticing.

Today, let’s learn a new technique that can nurture the relationship that you have with you. It’s called the Loving-kindness Meditation. In this meditation you will be sending your best wishes to the entire world – starting with you. When was the last time you wished yourself love and kindness, for no reason other than you’re completely entitled to it? Victor Davich put it this way:

“We all know that a bird needs two strong wings to fly straight and true. So does your meditation practice. By now, you’ve developed the wing of awareness and concentration. Now it’s time to build the other wing: loving-kindness. When you can flap both these wings strongly, your meditation practice can really soar.”

Here are the instructions for this one:

• Recall any act of kindness you ever did. This can be something very major or very minor, even holding a door open for someone.

• Allow yourself to feel how you felt when you performed that act. Notice sensations of warmth and flow, particularly in your chest and heart areas. Relax and really allow yourself to feel this.

• With your body steeping in this feeling, silently say the following phrase:

-May I be happy

-May I have ease of being

• Relax. Allow each phrase to rise from deep down in your heart. Let it mingle with your felt sense of kindness. Let yourself go into this.

• Repeat the phrase again. Allow your entire being to express this.

• Now repeat the phrases, substituting ‘all beings’ for “I”:

• Alternate these two sets of phrases for the full 10 min.

You may be surprised that you experience difficulty and resistance with this meditation. Don’t be surprised; you’re not alone. If you encounter a challenge with this meditation, just relax and practice it lightly with self-forgiveness. There’s no hurry. You are simply planting seeds of loving-kindness – it may take some time for them to blossom. All you need to do is tend your garden with love, relax and trust.

Giving to Others- Jump out of that comfort zone today and share a kind word with a stranger.

Today’s Inspiration – “You exist in a place of absolute Well-Being; tell yourself again and again. Know it. Be the evidence of it to give others reason to believe that all can be well.” (Abraham)

“Know that you are not your name, your occupation, or our social security number. You are Eternally Light and Divine, regardless of what you have done or have failed to do, regardless of what family you lived in or what you may have been labeled. In the God Intelligence, you are holy, and you have purpose for being here!” (Wayne Dyer)

Enjoy the Journey

Welcome to Day 34.

I was just thinking over the events and conversations of my day – some of them pleased me and some of them were just ok and one I wish I could take back. Do you ever feel that way? Yes. I already know – we all do at times. But then something happens – a thought, a new direction, a feeling, a word, a movement, a smile, a phone call, a late night walk, something funny or perhaps – a surprise e-mail and BAM! The mood changes. Better focus. Attention flows in another direction. I was tired but now I feel fantastic. I am thankful. Wow! I feel so good – I think I’ll head home and have some Rocky Road Ice Cream. I guess I have a lot more control over my feelings than I thought ten minutes ago. So do you!

Your Gratitude Journal– Your gratitude list must be huge. Take a look at it! Write down just 3 more for today.

Feel it! Treasure it! Enjoy it!

Here are a few more “feel good” things:

I am worthy of love.

I am a loving person.

The more I love, the more that love is returned to me.

Love is eternal and ever lasting.

I nurture my inner child.

I am responsible for my life, I make loving decisions.

Every success I achieve fuels in me the desire for more.

I can achieve anything that I can imagine.

I have the ability to visualize every aspect of my success.

My ability is greater than any challenge I could face.

I’m making the most of my life now and every day.

I am committed to living my life with passion.

I’m using my unique gifts to enrich myself and others.

I’m making myself worth more each and every day.

I believe in the future of the human race.

I bring out the best in others.

I’ve dissolved the criticism habit.

I look for the good in others and they respond to me.

I love other people and they love me back.

I greet this day with love in my heart.

I look for things to like in others and I find them.

My love is creating opportunities for me today.

I set goals based on my real needs and desires.

Today I’m setting my sights on defining what I want.

I’m willing to put the effort in to achieve my goals.

I enjoy the process of setting and reaching worthwhile goals.

I set goals the right way.

I seek out advice from the appropriate places.

I check out all options when I make important decisions.

I’m good at evaluating the value of advice.

I’m in solid control of my own self-esteem.

I am honest with myself in areas that need improvement.

I’m keeping on course today.

Today is my day to succeed.

I’m making all the right decisions now.

I enjoy each of my victories no matter how small.

I’m doing things right the first time today.

I have unlimited capacity to love.

I am a shining example of love in action.

Love is growing and expanding in my life.

Others are naturally drawn to me.

I am worthy of love and praise.

I’ve dissolved and released all jealousy from my heart.

I receive all my rewards at the appropriate times.

I’m at peace with my responsibilities.

I’m preparing myself for tomorrow today.

I’m grateful for all that I have.

I have so much to be thankful for in my life.

I can feel great any time I want simply by remembering my blessings.

I quickly let go of negative thoughts when they threaten to overtake me.

My mind is a powerful tool that I have at my disposal any time I want.

I always ask the right questions at the right time.

The right answers come to me by asking good questions.

I am guided toward my highest good by the answers to my questions.

I trust my intuitions.

It’s easy for me to see the humor in each situation.

I smile at people I meet and they smile back.

My moods are even regardless of what is happening around me.

I have a great sense of humor.

I look for and find the humor in all situations.

I release all tension and worry from my mind and body.

Tension and worry has left me now.

My sense of humor puts others at ease.

I love doing the most productive thing possible at every given moment.

I have plenty of time to do the things I want to do.

I get everything done on time.

I see time as a precious gift and I use it well.

I induce positive happy states in the people I meet.

I’ve released all frustration and anxiety from my mind.

I enjoy making people smile and laugh.

I forget problems when I’m smiling and I smile a lot.

I have a sunny disposition.

I am successful.

Success and I are one.

My road to success is progressive and worthwhile.

Today is my day to win.

I am working hard to reach my biggest goal now.

I learn something valuable every day in pursuing my goal.

I am becoming more today than I was yesterday.

I love reaching for and achieving challenging goals.

I can do it... I know I can.

I see today’s problems as challenges.

I see roadblocks as stepping-stones.

My challenges help me grow and learn.

I appreciate my challenges for their value to me.

I dissolve all problems from my life.

I keep my Victory Log with me at all times.

When I look at my Victory Log I feel powerful.

I have many victories to power my determination.

My victories give me confidence.

I have many little victories every day.

I give myself pats on the back when I do something well.

My goals are increasing my passion for life.

I feel exhilarated by my goals.

I am growing by leaps and bounds today.

I’m truly happy to be alive.

I can get through any hardship, no matter what it is.

My skills and confidence are growing today.

Today I’m focusing on what’s good.

I transcend problems.

I am solution oriented now.

I’m helping other people feel good about themselves today.

I allow myself to feel unbounded joy now.

I’m using today to learn, grow and make my life better.

When I help other people they love me.

I’m growing in skill and ability today.

Today's Meditation – Yep, you know what to do!

Giving to Others – Share some of your joy today. Stranger, friend or family – you will know who – just be open and alert.

Today’s Inspiration – “You are extensions of Source Energy here in these magnificent physical bodies. The amazing diversity of your time-space reality provides the perfect balance from which to create and attract. There has never been a better time to be upon your planet.” (Abe)

“Avoid exaggerating or changing facts for the purpose of impressing others. This quality may be cute in a child, but in an adult, it is a way of relying on the ego to keep illusions alive. Persisting in this practice will just keep you from knowing your higher self, which needs no exaggeration to feel important in the eyes of others.” (Wayne Dyer)

Enjoy the Journey

Welcome to Day 35.

How are you doing today? Never mind – here’s a better question: Is life good or what? That’s it! Tell me something good about life. Stop right now (I’m watching – so I know if you’re doing this or not) and write down 3 things that are good right now in your life. I’m going to do the same thing – I’ll be right back – ready? Let’s go.

Ok – that felt good to me. If you focus on what is good and do it with feeling – it sets the tone of the entire day. Speaking of setting tones – that’s really what being a deliberate creator is all about. It’s raising the octave of life just a bit. We want our spiritual focus to be with us all the time. How do you do that? Reminders and signs help. Let the world remind you of your spiritual connection. For example, you can easily use road signs for this: Yield means yield and be non-resistance – just let the good flow in; Stop sign means to stop and take a nice deep breath and reflect on my daily quote for the day; a yellow light reminds me that there is no need for caution in my life – because I’m on the path all the time; the green light means I’m living fully open to Source. There are lots more signs – give them new meaning that will jog you to keep climbing higher.

Here’s another approach: watch for lessons and messages as you listen to the radio (songs, commercials, etc), as you watch TV and movies and as you read books, newspapers and magazines. I’ll tell you what you are really doing: you are recognizing that your entire life is spiritual communication. You are opening up your ‘ears’ so you can hear the message of Spirit (Inner Being, God, Universe, Source, Divine Mind) all the time. Do you know what I call that? Living. Really Living! That’s the HiLife! Hey! Start writing this stuff down in your journal. That way you don’t just get one hit off of a message – you might get a hundred.

Your Gratitude Journal– Being thankful lifts me every single time. Just reading my gratitude list does that for me. Write down 6 things today that you are thankful for – starting with things like: houses from your past or present, pets, jobs and cars. What did you love about those things? Feel that for a minute. Feel that vibration rise.

Here are some you might enjoy reading:

I let go of petty differences to focus on important lessons.
My eyes are open to the lessons in life.
I’m making today a masterpiece.
I’m living this day as if it is my last.
I’m really living today and it feels good.
Today is my day.
I appreciate my challenges, for they will make me great.
Today I’m performing at my best.
I love staying busy.
When I see a new task, I do it, schedule it or delegate it.
My time is valuable and I treat it that way.
I’m uncovering my larger purpose now.
My purpose is bigger than myself.
I’m giving incredible meaning to my life.
Purpose and I are one.
My purpose puts all things in perspective.
I’m making today my crowning achievement.
Today is my day to excel.
I am enjoying myself immensely right now.
I love being me.
Enjoyment and I are one.
I appreciate this gift of a new day.
My imagination muscles are getting stronger today.
I’ve dissolved all blocks to a vivid imagination.
Great ideas are coming quickly and easily to me now.
I imagine successful outcomes with ease.
I use the success of others to develop my imagination.
I’m hustling to get important tasks done today.
I do the things that make me happier, richer and wiser.
I’m a self-starter.
I’m motivated to achieve challenging tasks.
I find it easy to keep focused on important things.
I use failure to fuel in me the desire to do better.
I finish what I start and I start a lot.
Learning from mistakes and I are one.
Mistakes are necessary to living a happy, successful life.
I learn everything I can from each mistake.
I see mistakes as part of what I need to learn fast.
Today I move ahead with courage.
I can do it - I know I can.
I use my fear and anger to fuel in me courage and determination.
Courage and I are one.
Feelings of fear are a trigger for me to feel courageous.
I let the compass guide my actions today.
I value my character as more important than any possession.
I’m proud of who I am and who I’m becoming.
I believe in myself, and it shows.
My confidence is growing today.
I’ve dissolved the habit of ever giving up.
My resolve to win is strong now.
I absolutely believe that I can reach my biggest goals.
I’m just as deserving of success as anyone else.
I control my actions and my destiny.
Right decisions are coming easily to me now.
Answers are coming to me easily now.
I can handle any situation that comes my way.
I’m growing & developing with each new day’s experiences.
I’m using my knowledge to help myself and others.
My confidence in my abilities is growing daily now.
When I need to know something, I get the knowledge.
I stay current in the areas that are important to me.
I’m worth the effort to build my skills and knowledge.
I’m my own best friend and I act like it.
Service and I are one
My purpose is to serve others.
I get everything I want when I am useful to others.
The more people I help, the more I receive.
I have the ability to help others how they need it most.
Love stands behind all my actions.
I am other person centered.
I know that the quality of my life is the quality of my thoughts.
I am a positive and optimistic person.
I’ve released all selfish thoughts and ways.
I see the chance to learn in every situation.
Life is fun and interesting now.
I am in control of my moods today.
I accept the possible as the probable today.
I’ve let go of all anxiety about today’s outcomes.
I am growing rapidly in my abilities now.
I ignore my critics.
I release all fear of making mistakes.
I’m controlling my destiny today.
I see my goals clearly and I’m going for them.
I learned from yesterday, so I’m happy it all happened.
I actively look for new things to learn every day.
I actively imagine the benefits of learning new things.
I’ve released the fear of learning new information.
I easily absorb and remember new information.
My habitual questions steer me in the right directions.
I ask questions that give me options and alternatives.
I pay attention to my questions and recognize their value.
I ask “How?” and I get answers.
My questions empower me to be effective and happy in all areas of life.
I look at all consequences before I decide my actions.
I’m aware of my immediate surroundings as appropriate.
I ask questions that force me to get life changing answers.
I always look for ways to come out on top.
Victory is always close by.
I always believe I will succeed no matter what.
I am a winner.
I create other winners.
I am surrounding myself with winners.
My questions help me focus on what’s right and good.
I substitute rotten questions with empowering ones.
I ask great questions and get great answers.
My life is getting better each day because of my focus.
I can create joy just by changing my questions.
I’m successful because I have a disciplined mind.
I’m great at turning problems into successful outcomes.
I get pleasure from helping others.
I notice the good in other people.
I’m lucky to have the people in my life.
I’m learning all I can from everyone I know.
Others are teaching me now.
I’m enjoying myself now.
I appreciate all that I have all the time.
I am grateful for all my challenges.
I help others every chance I get.
I feel better helping someone than I do at any other time.
I believe what goes around comes around.
I become more and receive more every time I help someone.
I can make a positive difference in the world and I am.
Every little bit helps and I’m willing to give my little bit.
I’m focusing on the solutions to problems.
I’ve replaced helplessness with asking, “What can I do?”
I set hourly goals and I achieve them easily.
I have dozens of written emotional reasons why I must achieve my goals
and I read them daily.
I’ve dissolved all reluctance to writing down my goals.
I’m passionate about my goals.
When I set a goal, I’ll move heaven and earth to reach it.
I take complete responsibility for my responses to situations.
I respond positively to all situations, no matter what.
Whatever happens to me, I live and renew my purpose in harmony.
I am bigger than anything that can happen to me.
I am willing to keep learning about life and what it takes to make it work.
I keep my eyes on my goals.
I successfully avoid obstacles because I plan for them.
I quickly get back on track when delays happen.
I focus on benefits, so my purpose is always in mind.
My ability to concentrate grows stronger each day.

Today's Meditation – You’ve been doing this a long time now. How does it feel? Allow. Catch and Release. Enjoy the high vibration!!

Giving to Others – Share a kind word. If you don’t bump into somebody – use that phone or e-mail.

Today’s Inspiration – “If you will allow it, you will feel the love that flows to you and through you. You are always seen, always understood – and always loved.”

“Practice giving without receiving. Send anonymous contributions or gifts. Pay the roll of the car behind you. A feeling of peace and contentedness will be your reward.” (Wayne Dyer)

Enjoy the Journey

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Welcome to Day 36.

Ever find yourself just writing off parts of your day? Ever find yourself writing off parts of your life? Ever find yourself just tolerating, just enduring, just going through the motions, waiting for one of those rare moments that you can label “the good life”? Ever feel you’ve been cheated by the things that have happened – or haven’t happened – in your life?

Here’s my take: You have been cheated. It’s called ‘self-cheating.’ Want to stop cheating yourself? Realize that every moment of your life you resist, deny, or run away from, you cheat yourself of that moment. If you will learn my language and speak it like a native, then you will affirm everything that happens in your life – and everything that doesn’t. I’m talking about bringing Soul and Life together. During the 40-days, I have found that I have more passion for all of my life. Once there were many moments each day that I would ignore, reject, or rush away from. Now I accept every moment, recognizing it as a necessary piece in the mosaic of my life. You know those moments that seem irritating? I guess they’re important to me too. I am learning that every moment of life is worth affirming. I no longer say “no” to large parts of my life; instead, I say “Yes” to all of my life.

I’m not talking about dwelling on ‘unwanted’ stuff, but I am talking about feeling whatever I happen to be feeling – long enough – to know what it is that I am feeling. From there I can go anywhere – up, up and away – to a better feeling thought. Remember all of those feelings are communication from your Inner Being. So let’s open our arms and receive each moment of life. The big secret is learning to love (and see the guidance) in whatever happens. That releases me to say “Yes” to all of my life.

Your Gratitude Journal– Reach for that Higher Vibration – what are you really, really thankful for today? List three or more.

Today's Meditation – Enjoy your toning-meditations. Are you waking up with inspirational ideas yet?! Happens to me all the time – and believe me, I pay attention and ACT on those ideas that are there right when I wake up and haven’t had much time to start ‘thinking’!

Giving to Others – Let a little love into your heart – and reach out and share some of that love – one kind word can create a miracle.

Today’s Inspiration – “No one can create in your experience, for no one can control where you direct your thoughts. On the path to your happiness, you will discover all you want to be, do, or have.” (Abraham)

“Your Attention Please . . . your attention please . . . this . . .is the Universe. Today I’ll be recording your every thought and emotion, no matter how “good” or “bad”, no matter how generous or stingy, and no matter how helpful or hurtful they may be. And everything I record . . . will be played back for you, as soon as possible, as some type of physical manifestation in time and space. Thank you. That is all." (Mike Dooley)

“It is vital to think, speak, and agree on only those ideas you want to see manifested.” (Alan Cohen)

“Belief is the track upon which the engine of desire drives. You can want something enormously, but if you don’t believe that it will happen, you severely limit your possibility to attain it.” (Alan Cohen)

Hey – It’s Day 36 – have you got any good stories from the past 35 days? I hope you’ll share them!

Blessings to you!

Welcome to day 37.

Ever find yourself focusing more on what you’ve lost than on what you’ve gained? Do you focus more on what isn’t yours than on what you’re pleased with? Sometimes we just don’t think. Because anytime we think, we thank. Oh – that’s pretty good – let me say that again (I love it when that happens) – To really think is to thank. When your life runs out of gratitude, you’re headed for ‘thankruptcy.’ We started our 40-days Destination Transformation talking about gratitude and it looks like we are ending it the same way. Gratitude is more than just saying “thank you.” Gratitude is a realization that living is giving.

To live my life with gratitude is to experience it as a circle of giving and receiving. My gratitude begins in being glad to be alive, in being appreciative for the gift of each moment of life. Being grateful for every breath and every patch of blue sky and green grass. Joy generates gratitude, and gratitude, in its abundance, shares the joy. Without generosity my life would be an atrocity. To live is to give. When a heart really fills with gratitude and appreciation – it can’t help but spill that love over into the lives of others. Share the joy.

Who do you know that would benefit from this course? Why don’t you share this program with them? How can you “pay it forward?” Giving and receiving are one.

Your Gratitude Journal– Are you in the habit yet? This is really life changing. Gratitude changes how I see the world. Record 6 things you are grateful for.

Today's Meditation – Deeper and deeper we go – enjoy the good vibrations.

Giving to Others – Jump out of that comfort zone and be a wild uplifter today – share a kind word and watch someone smile.

Today’s Inspiration – “You are not here to fix anything, because nothing is broken, but everything is continually changing and expanding. Release your struggle, and seek joy and fun, and in doing so, you will align with the fantastic expanding rhythm of this Universe.” Abraham

“Try on the concept that beliefs restrict you, while knowing empowers you. A belief is merely a mental note attached to your lapel by your mommy. A knowing is etched into the cells of your being, and therefore lives within you with an absence of doubt.” (Dyer)

“If you knew for certain that very, very soon, all your dreams would be coming true, what would you do today to prepare the way? (Do it.) How might you celebrate? (Do this, too.) Who would you tell? (Write them a brief note, now, you don’t have to mail it, yet.) What thoughts of gratitude would you have? (Express them.) And finally, who would you help ‘achieve’, as you have achieved? (Help them.) (Mike Dooley)

Enjoy the Journey my friend . . . enjoy!

Welcome to Day 38.

You know what contrast is all about. Contrast is that unwanted stuff that shows up in life occasionally. A life without chaos is like a painter without paint or canvas. It’s been said that only those with chaos inside can give birth to a dancing star. Joy turns chaos into cosmos. I’m thankful for the unwanted stuff because it gives me clarity about what I do want in my life. Desire is good.

Explore your values. Be observant of life – it won’t take long to know what you really want. Here we are standing on the back of a whale – fishing for minnows. Let’s not go after the water anymore with a thimble – let’s get a really, really big bucket and go after whatever we want – or better yet, a pump and a hose!! There are no limitations. Supply is not limited. There is plenty to go around. So dust off your dreams and ‘go for it.’ When you bump into that unwanted stuff – pause briefly and get your clarity and you’ll know what your greatest desire is. Ask. It is given. Allow. It’s done! It is yours!

Your Gratitude Journal– This is the High Point of the Day – what a beautiful view – it is the view of appreciation. Record 6 things where you gain most of your spiritual uplifts.

Today's Meditation – Are you wanting more? Go for it! Try the toning-meditation for 20 min. It’s easy. Try it with your lover when the chi energy is high! (Even if you don’t have a lover, try it when your chi energy is high!!)

Giving to Others- Encourage a stranger today.

Today’s Inspiration – “As you ask yourself why you want it, the essence of your desire is activated – and the Universe begins to bring it to you.” (Abraham)

“Develop the ability to witness your thoughts by stepping back and watching them enter and exit your mind. Just observing the flow of thoughts will slow the mind down to the still point where you can experience God.” (Wayne Dyer)

“Never trust appearances.” (Mike Dooley)

“Here’s a little trick on how to change the scenery in your life, radically, fantastically, and perhaps, forever (if that’s what you really want). Look the other way.” (Mike Dooley)

“When you are established in Spirit, you do not need to search for your good ‘out there.’ Your recognition of the good within you magnetizes all that you need.” (Alan Cohen)

Enjoy. Enjoy. Enjoy the Journey!

Hello Transformers. Welcome to Day 39.

Have you figured out the grand strategy for your life yet? Do you have a plan? Life is about living one day at a time. Just keep reaching higher (good strategy). The more I think about it the more I think that the big plan is to LIVE (Love Intensely, Value Everything). L.I.V.E.

Instead of being the person who is forever searching for a plan to live – I think I’ve found it: the plan is simply LIVE. When I am loving intensely and valuing everything – I have noticed that I love everything that is happening and I feel tremendous joy. This way I can live instead of just plan to live. This approach opens all of life to me. This approach makes all of life my teacher. Emily Dickinson wrote, “The Soul must be kept terribly surprised.” You can surprise your soul by listening. Live in a state of expectancy. You will find that you can hardly wait until the next day. Keep wanting life and more of it. When Spirit meets life, the encounter is inherently surprising. I promise you’ll be surprised by life every day – once you open up and start listening to all the beautiful communication headed your way.

Your Gratitude Journal– Be thankful – record what you’re thankful for today.

Today's Meditation – Do the toning-meditation with the intention of blending more and more of you with your Inner Being. The wisdom will begin to flow. The insights will begin to come. Enjoy your time today in quiet.

Giving to Others – Lift someone close to you with some good words.

Today’s Inspiration – “In the same way you cannot set your radio tuner to 98.6 and receive the songs playing on 101 FM, you must set your own vibrational tuner to one of Well-being. Feelings of love, joy, passion, exhilaration, fun, interest . . . are indications of your vibrational match to Well-being.” (Abraham)

“Be aware that nothing will bring about an inner feeling of turmoil faster than allowing yourself to be seduced into fighting or arguing. You always have a choice – to argue or not to argue, to confront or not to confront; choose the peaceful approach.” (Wayne Dyer)

“A question, from your friend the Universe: Just how much time do you spend thinking big? I mean really, really BIG? Good, very good! Because that’s exactly how much of “it” you’re going to get! What a coincidence.” (Mike Dooley)

“The purpose of prayer is not to change God’s mind, which always knows your wholeness and your deservingness. The purpose of prayer is to change your mind so you can see through the eyes of God.” (Alan Cohen)

“When you want what you want more than you fear what you want, you will have it.” (Alan Cohen)

Enjoy the Journey

Wow! We did it! Congratulations!

I know you can visualize my smile. I can see yours too! You bet you! I love you for making the journey with me. Destination Transformation – after today, let’s rest a day or two, do a little breathing and take it all in. What worked best for you? (I don’t really care about what didn’t work and neither
should you.) What was good? What lifted you? What idea? What exercise or process helped? Do a little celebrating. Soon – we will be off and running again – higher and higher we go – where we stop . . . well, there is no stopping. We are like that bunny – we just keep going, and going, and going.

Every person is giving their life for something – deliberately or obliviously. I know what you and I are going to do – we are choosing boldly to give our lives for what is truly important to us. We don’t stand by, day by day, and lose our lives as victims of circumstances. No – not anymore. A poet has written that boldness has magic in it – the power of purpose, the courage to be happy, the daring to be different, and the wisdom to be indifferent to either praise or blame. It’s all about marching to the beat of your own drum. I hope you’ve heard a little of that drum over the last 40 days. Let’s stay awake. Nothing ventured, nothing gained is still the truth about life. The brave venture everything and that’s how much they stand to gain.

Somebody said: The optimist believes the glass is half full. The pessimist believes the glass is half empty. The exuberant person knows the glass overflows.

Overflowing sounds good to me. Exuberance is the right word for our lives. Exuberance is the overflowing of the hidden life of Spirit. Exuberance gives us energy, joy, love and power. I know something now. That fountain is not something I have to fill up – all I have to do is to ALLOW. I only have to allow Spirit to flow through me. All the attributes of Spirit belong to me – they are rightfully mine.

I feel as if I know you better. I feel as if we actually have spent hours together. I love you for making the journey. I appreciate you. Your spirit is changing the world. I am honored to be on this journey with you.

CONTINUE - ALWAYS IN THE MAGIC OF BOLDNESS.

Your Gratitude Journal– Record 10 things you are grateful for - yeah you can do 10. . . it’s day 40!!!

Today's Meditation – I was just thinking of the Loving-kindness Meditation – here are a few more phrases you can use for that one:

• May I be safe in everyway
• May I be healthy
• May I be happy
• May I have ease of being

You can apply those statements to yourself, your mentor, your friend, a stranger or a difficult person. It’s really just all about sending your loving-kindness to yourself and others.

I would also recommend the following websites:

Sounds True, www.soundstrue.com - you can sample these before ordering

Dharma Seed Tape Library, www.dharmaseed.org

Dharmastream, www.dharmastream.org - you can sample more than 30 talks

Shinzen Young Website, www.shinzen.org

www.Effortlesshealing.com (in case you weren’t sure where this 40 day program came from!)

I wish for you quiet, insights and much joy.

Giving to Others – Express a little love today. Make someone smile.

Today’s Inspiration – “Practice releasing the emotions of fear and guilt and replace them with love, forgiveness, and kindness. If you are feeling guilty about your past conduct, remind yourself that you are inviting turmoil into your life. Release the guilt by forgiving yourself and vowing to avoid that kind of conduct in the future.” -Wayne Dyer

“Today, you are a magnet . . . for infinite abundance, divine intelligence, and unlimited love. Actually, this has always been true.” (Mike Dooley)

“You do have time.” (Mike Dooley)

“The more you focus on what pleases you, the more your mind will magnetize ideas that lead to manifesting your joyful vision.” (Alan Cohen)

“Happiness is the corridor that leads to all other rooms of success. Delight is the atmosphere in which we thrive. Cultivate delight, and you will magnetize the greatest events possible, often my miraculous means.” (Alan Cohen)

Remember . . . Enjoy the Journey!