I attended a wonderful workshop, hosted by Rev. Dr. Michelle Wadleigh, on the spiritual practice of Afformations. It was a wonderful refresher for a practice I had not used in a while. I was introduced to Afformations, as a personal development practice, by my husband. When I first met him over 30 years ago, we … More Spiritual Practice of Afformations
I am grateful for the power of prayer in my life because my mind can play tricks on me without me realizing it. Prayer often brings this to my attention! I have a health condition. It is not life-threatening or overly serious. But it does need monitoring and medication to keep it under control. Since … More The Power of Prayer in My Life
If you grew up in a historical, organized religious tradition, you probably learned of the purpose of prayer. Maybe you were told that it was your petition to God in heaven. Or maybe it is a plea to obtain one wish or another. But did you learn that it was a sacred way to change … More The Purpose of Prayer
Focusing on the goal is important in sports, but it is just as important when trying to accomplish an important task in life. Do you have times when you are trying to complete a task, go in a new direction, or start a new project, only to get sidetracked? Life happens, obstacles loom, or nay-sayers … More Focusing on the Goal
Our brains are like computers. Our running systems must be on the right track to run properly—on our computers and in our brains! I spend much of my day in front of my computer. For the past 5-6 years (or more), I have worked as a virtual assistant, primarily supporting CSL churches with their websites, … More Our Brains are like Computers
In a world of turmoil, it is a daily challenge to live in the world but not be part of the messiness of it. Or maintaining a spiritual life within despite the chaos around us. I am fortunate! Although I live in an area where I can’t always connect with like-minded spiritual people, I have … More Maintaining a Spiritual Life
Last Sunday, I was intrigued by the version of the Lord’s Prayer shared by Rev. David Robinson at CSL Olympia. Personally, I have never entertained any other version than the one I learned as a child: “Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name …” During my Catholic upbringing, I remember rattling off … More The Lord’s Prayer Revisted
Forgiveness is not a one-time decision: It is a lifelong practice of LIVING in Forgiveness. Forgiveness is an important spiritual practice that gives us personal freedom. When we forgive, we release the emotional charge of past wrongs and hurts that may drag us down. Did you ever consider forgiveness as an act of love towards … More Living in Forgiveness
A well-known phrase around the New Thought community is Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life. But, how do you change your thinking? Through Prayer! If you grew up in a historical religion (such as Catholicism), you were never taught how to change your thinking through Prayer. I spent my childhood reciting the Lord’s Prayer or … More Change Your Thinking Through Prayer
How quickly we can change the direction of our thoughts when we notice how we are tapping into the power of our words. What we tell people can frame the level of our relationship. However, how we form our words—our inner dialogue—can impact our lives. I have a dear friend who has written a book … More Tapping Into the Power of Our Words