Simple Math

Simple Math...

Over the last few years I have had a fascination with math especially as it relates to Quantum Physics. I have been so intrigued that I had to buy the book on Einstein when it came out. Now you have to understand that I know very little about math, and the fact of the matter is, I am terrible at it. But there I was at Barnes and Noble to purchase the book. It was at least 3 inches thick and on first, second and third glance I knew I understood very little about what he was trying to say, but I bought it anyway. It is now many months later and I still do not understand most of what I am reading, but I am drawn to the concepts. What I do know is that quantum physics is the science of matter and energy and how they interact. The word quantum means a measurement of energy that is transmitted as a frequency of light. For a long time it has been known that the principles of quantum physics have been associated with what we are now calling, "New Age" idea's. The idea's and the relationship of matter and energy fit together and give explanation to concepts such as abundance, gratitude, attraction and many others. In essence it is really talking about tapping into an energy flow that is all around us. There are many terms for this, some may call that God and others spirit, but regardless of what it is called, our energy is in constant communication with it.

The other day I was reading something and I came across this simple math problem. The author was talking about what matters most in our life and if we knew, we would live our lives much different. So he suggests that you multiply your age times 365. That will give you the number of days you have been breathing on the planet. Now subtract from that 25,000, that is the average number of days people live in the U.S. The result is the average number of days you can expect to live. We might have good genes and live much longer, but we also know that life can end or change in a flash. It is a stark wake up call to pay attention to our lives. How does this simple math problem relate to Quantum Physics...within the principals of Quantum theory lies the idea that we can tap into that energy and that energy interacts in such a way that more possibilities than we ever thought of exist in the universe. Since we know that our thoughts and actions have energy associated with them and are in constant communication with the energy around us, does it not make sense to use our thoughts and actions in such a way that it benefits ourselves and those around us? What would happen if we would open ourselves to the possibility that exists in the universe? It is all available and waiting for us to tap into it!

So I would ask you...when you think about your life are you living it in a way that is most true to you? Are you embracing your passions? Are you finding peace and joy in your life? Knowing that your every thought and action is sending out energy to your body and everyone around you, how might that give you a new perspective of what you do? Today, I invite you to really pay attention to what you are creating with every thought and action and embrace the gift to the world that you are.

Blessings to you~

Sandy

Healing Intentions Update

Please join us in holding this intention or prayer: That people experience peace, connection and kindness with their neighbors. Our intention is that people will do this form May until the end of August. During that time you will be updated with regular emails and we will have a gathering of all those who participated in September. For more information please visit our web site at www.counselingandhealing.com/intent.aspx If you are joining us in this intention please send us an email so you can be included in the updates and the gathering in the September. Email: inpeaceandjoy@msn.com

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Healing Intentions

Over the last years there have been many experiments done around the idea of focused thought and how that changes the outcome of something. In the book, The Intention Experiment, a group of scientists have actually ran experiments where people sent positive thoughts to plants, and with special equipment, they could measure changes in the plant as compared to a control group. I find these idea's just fascinating, but most of us do not have the scientific knowledge or equipment to try this for ourselves...or do we? We don't need to get that scientific to know that the idea of purposefully focusing our attention on something specific works. We are calling it Healing Intentions and some may call it prayer, but most of us believe that we can make a difference in our life, the lives of the people around us and the world we live in when we focus our attention on it.

I think about the people in my own life that have told me about the power of groups of people who have come together to pray for someone; about healing circles I have participated in by spending focused attention on one specific request and what an incredible experience that was. About a month ago we did a Healing Intention group for our staff. We came together for the purpose of focused attention on something that needed healing in their own lives and then also for someone else who needed healing. We spent a few minutes in purposeful and focused attention on each person. When we finished, everyone reported they felt a warm and wonderful even peaceful feeling come over them. Together we talked about the experience itself and many shared their insights and thoughts from this time of quiet repose.

Because we know the power of people coming together to do this, we are expanding this idea to focus on a need within our community. Over the last several weeks we have been meeting with area Mayor's to ask for a community concern that we could use as our focus. With their help we have decided our intention is to bring connection, peace and kindness to our neighborhoods. We have been asking churches and groups of people to join in this effort by spending 3 minutes of focused attention or prayer on this. If you already meet with a group on a regular basis we are asking you to do this as part of your meeting, if not, ask someone to do this with you. We will be doing this for the months of May,June,July, and August. In September we will be having a gathering of everyone who participated. Already churches are joining this effort, as well as individuals and groups. We are very excited about the response we have received already and only expect that to grow.

We invite you to participate with us as we focus our intention on bringing connection, peace and kindness to our neighbors. Everyone who is participating will receive regular emails from us with pertinent information. If you are doing this with us please send us an email and let us know so you can be added to the list. For more information or to join this effort send is an email at inpeaceandjoy@msn.com

Never underestimate the power that comes when people gather in common purpose. Blessings to you and peace, connection and kindness with all your neighbors.

Sandy and paula

In His Wisdom

God in His Wisdom made not only seas and seasons, ground and growing things, but time aplenty for each of us to know and to enjoy his inventions and creations. Too often we do not go easy through the day, take our time, settle in awhile to just enjoy the wonder. Maybe if we did we'd not only enjoy our lives a little more but learn to appreciate this, His, most unusual world. ~ Rod McKuen

This morning, quite by accident I found this book of poetry by Rod McKuen. I'm not sure if any of you reading this blog are old enough to remember, but he was quite popular in the early 70's. I read the words over and over again as I sat with the meaning and looked outside to the glorious day emerging. I love it when it is early in the morning and I can sit with all the wonder of a new day. A chance to do things different, be a helping hand to someone in need or enjoy a hug from a friend. In this new day...everything is new and full of possibility. Today, take a full breath and settle in for a moment and be in awe of this world that is around us.

Blessings,

Sandy

I am passionate about many things and child abuse awareness and prevention is one of them. The month of April is a month that nationally as well as locally is dedicated to this cause. In 2006 in Minnesota 7,000 children were abused and neglected, 48 children had injuries that were life threatening and 19 children died at the hands of their abusers. As a survivor of child abuse I almost get sick when I type these words because I know the damage it causes physically, emotionally and spiritually to one's very essence.

That's what I would like to talk about here...one's own essence. For much of my life this was way to painful to look at so keeping it hidden was the only option I could imagine for myself. I learned from my abusers that I was not good enough, smart enough, that everything was my fault...well you get the picture. Living into this story about myself was automatic until one day I was challenged to begin to look at my life. Under the cover of trying to prove I was all the things I believed I was not, I found anger, hurt and a deep sadness for everything that was lost because of what happened to me. One day a brave person took a risk and asked how long I was going to hang unto this story. However, I'm not the only one with a story...we all have stories that we carry with us that need love and forgiveness. It was a pivotal moment in my healing when I realized that forgiveness is something you do for yourself so you can find peace and move on.

My father was one of my abusers and after he died I learned from a relative that the abuse in my dad's family went back 4 generations. The abuse was so severe that my great-grandmother went blind because of repeatably being hit in the Head. My dad had many teachers so is it any wonder he handled his own anger in the same way. You can't go back in time, but I wonder how things may have been different if he could have found forgiveness and peace for those who harmed him.

What I do know is that to come to peace, we must forgive ourselves and others. Harboring anger and sadness only eats away at our spirits and closes the door to love. You might be wondering what this has to do with child abuse...It is call for each of us to practice love and forgiveness and come to peace in our lives. Child abuse prevention is my passion but helping people forgive and find peace in their lives is also my passion. If we are going to make a change is this world it first must come thru us...so today choose forgiveness for those who have hurt you, embrace peace and allow unconditional love to flow thru you to everyone around you and I promise you...that is the best gift you can give to yourself, those around you and the world.

Blessings and Peace,

Sandy