Manifesting The Impossible

When I saw this image, I immediately was impressed by the realism of the picture. I thought to myself, What purpose would this serve? Bringing down the moon. This lone person standing before it has a reason or maybe not. I feel that this picture is telling rather than asking. However, it can be viewed in many ways. This image spoke to me deeply. It says "manifesting the impossible is possible" The colors chosen suggest an inner realm. Meditation is said to be able to unlock many doors. Perhaps this is one of them. In any case, I felt compelled to share it with you.May you enjoy the discovery of this most astounding scene. Be Well Today! Be Whole Within! NAMASTE!

My Sacred Place

I awoke this morning with an urge to begin transforming my home into a sacred place of pure ambient light, that all can feel upon entering my home. A place that once entered, immediately begins to heal on multiple levels the visitor/guest. This place would be designed to be the ultimate "home". There were times I dreaded coming home. For whatever reason, at the time I am sure it was stress related, in one way or the other. I do not wish to feel this way again. No one should should dread returning home. Home should be a refuge and spiritual fortress. A place of rejuvenation on multiple levels. I have been thinking about this and researching the subject of a more Zen like atmosphere. One that inspires one to delve deeper into the quite sacred places within. The internal world as you may know it is unlimited in size and variation. I will bring to my home the element of the divine. It is a project that is worth developing as it will be a perfect investment in which life's chaos will stop at the doorstep to the entrance of my home. It will assist in the cultivating of my loving little ones, to become the ambient ones of tomorrow. Tomorrows healers. Well, that was the beginning of my days thoughts. Be Well today! BE Whole Beloved! NAMASTE!

Do You Hear That?

I have yet to reach the place of ultimate stillness, where one senses the sublime and is aware of words that utter "no sound". Something leads us daily. Perhaps our higher selves, perhaps a spirit of destiny. Whatever it may be, we are often lead somewhere. We are either in complete awareness, in the present, and simply walk or feel anxiety about where we are heading, because of a lack of direction. It is believed by some, that we should go within, to go higher or closer, to that which is calling us, moment to moment. I believe if one can be still long enough, one can hear with the spirit an invitation to attend a sacred meeting, between you and the eternal source of ALL in the present moment. This meeting is said to sometimes cause spontaneous enlightenment, and many other "supernatural" occurrences. I hope for an awakening, that will bring all in existence truth and a joy beyond description. I so long for this. Perhaps this longing is prolonging the desired encounter. In any case, I wish to express an alternative view to the negative self destructive patterns and behaviors and thoughts we entertain regularly. Stop!..., go within. Grow silent, and await the call. I can not say for fact at this point in time or for certain, what will occur, but I will make an effort to get there. Will you join me? I mean, It sure beats wasting time, unaware of who you are or what you are and drifting aimlessly through life. At least here is an opportunity to have an adventure that could lead to the grandest vision you have ever had of your self in a glorious future. Why not create that future NOW as you see fit? Well, this came to me when I happened upon this photo searching for an inspirational image to spark a dialogue with the infinite. Be Well today! Be Whole!.......NAMASTE!

STOP..(exhale)..DISENGAGE

After resting some, and reviewing my last entry, I have enhanced my internal calm. I am not sure why, but, this present endeavour to proceed toward the exit of this current illusory landscape is proving to be a serious undertaking. I am sure that what ever the reason, it is to reinforce my earlier efforts to progress on a spiritual level, but yet, failed to do so. I have some how engaged the universe in such a way as to get this cosmos to align with my intentions and speed me along this path at a rate of speed that I have not experienced before. This attempt at purification and centering is far more intense than any previous periods . I am, however, not complaining, simply making an observation. Last night was truly an indication to me to remain centered,and focused at ALL times, so as not to be caught off guard again. I will. Today, I will engage my breath moment to moment. I will stay focused and centered on my breath. I will also remain mindful of the fact that there may come a moment where I am distracted and begin a descent toward emotional displays and uncontrollable outbursts. It is at these moments, specifically, that I WILL "DISENGAGE" the current moment and reengage my breath. I WILL exhale the word itself,as this has proved most helpful to me in the past. With so much coming against you, impersonally, one must stand silent and firm, like an ancient oak tree or lighthouse by the sea shore, impenetrable and strong. I WILL be focused today, and internally sound. I am committed to seeing a more promising future for my family, children,and myself. However, I do not wish to make light of the task, as it appears for now to be requiring a tremendous effort on my part. I WILL as with everything else, take these matters into careful consideration and apply my breath moment to moment . I WILL remain calm and observant. Until my next update......Be Well today! Be Whole! NAMASTE.

An Old Enemy Returns....His Name Is ANGER

"So.....you and I are parting ways after 34 years?....Really? I respond,"I can no longer find logic in our friendship. Our fellowship destroys all beauty in the immediate vicinity. Our joyous laughs together are madness, others suffer at our hands tremendously! There can be no truce nor peace between us,.....it is finished! Anger says " So you say NOW, but how long before your logic turns to madness when word arrives to Prides ears! Ha! Will you dismiss him too? You need us for survival, sadly you will realize this far to late when you are no longer with the living. It will be as you say, however, I , unlike you, shall never abandon you. I will be forever a hearts beat away to assist you should you ever call on me........JASON!
What occurred earlier tonight alone one on one with Anger and me was unbelievably difficult. I have not found myself trapped in an internal dialogue and external confrontation with yet another person in quite some time. I was astounded at my internal struggle within my very core to lash out in violent ripples of deepest crimson. There must have been some unforeseen force of nature preventing an all out explosive fury to destroy what ever existed in this other being who spewed such taunting remarks that I have no current recollections of recent or past memories to describe his desire to engage me in death lock ending with one man standing and another grasping his last. I will not defile this telling of what occurred by taking any credit for the supernatural resistance to destroy this man and end his days forever. I am shocked and humiliated by the presence of ANGER so deep and raw within that ironically calls me to shame and a desperate need for further introspection. This man had a look in his eye of one who was wishing for danger and wanting to vent something which lay hidden within his sour look when I had approached him."Can I help you"? "In my home?...You dare in such tone ask ME if I can be helped!!!" Pride rammed his head deep into his helmet and before I knew it this predator lashed out with such a pose and gritty teeth, that WAR was the only option. Without thought, the diplomacy of a politician took over and the man was pushed beyond his limits and spewed even more profanity and bitterness as if wishing me death while speaking. I believe that a softer side of nature was present and attempting to reason with me and get my attention. After all, it was after hours and I was off the clock attending to business matters that should have been dealt with earlier, but, somehow I managed to overlook this particular detail that had me face to face with my Anger. Ask and you shall receive. To progress the universe had shown me internal enemy # 1..ANGER! Rather than do what I had intended to do and leave, I paused and engaged someone and they responded and my present attitude now conflicted with the beast within that normal was allowed to roam freely in anticipation of an opponent. Now, things are different. I am engaging a different path which is not a violent path, or even one with allowances for mild anger. I was trapped in a situation that normally I would flow with and steamroll over the objective before me, but now, I was torn between loyalty to a higher ethic and knew this could jeopardize my most recent efforts to grow spiritually. I lowered my tone and backed out slowly and strategically. I allowed the man to continue to batter me and realized that he was not physically assaulting me, so why should I be so worked up and bent out of shape? I realized right then and there he was going to take me further than I had EVER imagined. I am truly humbled by this experience and realize that words and actions are two different things. Actions truly are LOUDER than words could ever be. My actions showed me that I am ready for change but need to refine my sensitivity to the "Universal Force" and be mindful of my thoughts and be sure that they match and are completely in sync and harmonic. I must learn to be present and disengage a situation if my concentration is not one centered and focused on peace. There is more to this reflection and I will explore it in more detail later today after I have rested some. Until then ...NAMASTE!

Striking Turbulance Moment To Moment

It was one of those mornings when you awake with a good nights rest, and you decide to begin your day with a silent meditation. There are those of the mind that your day should begin with a proper grounding of the mind before it runs off and you get stuck chasing it the rest of your day. I believe in this philosophy. So I decided to begin my day with a peaceful pause..........ZAP! I was immediately bombarded with several different thoughts at once, like a spam bot of thoughts that snuck in like a "Trojan Horse". I simply refocused on the breath and returned to my breath. These thoughts were powerful and dedicated to cause a mental fracturing and disrupt my fragile calm I had started out with. The battle was intense and long. Surprisingly, it managed to slow my progression to a soundless environment, internally. Overcome by frustration and equally in awe, I settled for a compromise between myself and the electric riot going on in my head. What I walked away with was enough to keep my zen dedicated mind content. I did enjoy a noticeable increased sense of calm despite my determined efforts. It was really troubling me with the amount of difficulty I had encountered. A powerful indication that there is a disturbance within is the short fused irritation that jumps up at the first sign of "gravel under tire" so to speak. This experience has been a humbling one. Also, a clear reminder to not set "time" constraints on your life in general which require time tempered patience beyond this realm. I stand humbled by this experience today. Perhaps next time I do this I will not judge my progress while I am progressing. Today's key word is "PATIENCE". If the word alone irritates you, then it's time to center. These random thoughts unchecked can wreak havoc throughout ones day, and consequently disrupt another beings peace. Compassionately understand that the other person has enough on there plate, especially if they spend most of their time "asleep" anyway, let alone begin their day off with an A.M. meditation. Even while I type this, I sense a hint of this rather troublesome little emotion of "urking" lingering about my minds perimeter......waiting to return. One must remember that the truly patient would recommend "one moment at a time". Deep breath in!......Deep breath out! AHHHHHHHh. Be Well today! Be Whole! NAMASTE.

Silent Lucidity

Somewhere deep within the universal matrix of space and time, I was aware that I was dreaming and took control of my actions in last nights nocturnal excursion. I was on a street somewhere and performing "illusions" for people. However, there was no trick involved. I was actually doing what I wanted to do and commanding with my mere thoughts. I wanted to lift without touching a card from the street floor, and I did just that. When I was able to lift the card I realized that anything was possible and immediately decided to hover above ground before all to see. I hovered and the feeling was amazing, more so because, there was no illusion involved. I was floating. I felt amazing, and in control. We all have had these moments at some point in our lives, whether dreaming or in real life. A feeling of complete control and freedom of expression and movement. I believe my decisions to become far more health conscious then ever before has attributed to and in fact triggered this rather common ability. I am not saying it's easy, only that it is a practice most have heard of but not all have achieved. I believe it's sheer determination and simple practice. No one is exempt. To believe so is to believe somehow one person is more gifted than another. I believe that we are only limited by our own internal thoughts. We are all equal in every way and only our personal view points are the differing factor. This dream perhaps has been triggered by my efforts to drink and eat more consciously, such as, green tea, and other nutritious drinks and foods. The absence of the chemicals from the cigarettes is becoming known within my body and cells ,I believe, communicate on more than one level. That's an update from my nocturnal flights. I am sure there will be more. Peace to ALL! Be well!

All Are Welcome

All things that are physical manifestations in this realm vibrate. All physical objects move at a certain vibrational frequency and give off an electromagnetic field that can be detected and even felt by one who may be sensitive to energy fields. I have been sensitive to fields of energy as far back as I can remember. Perhaps because I am a Leo, and Leo's tend to have more nerve endings than the average person, which tends to subject us to a whole new level of feeling "pain" than most do. Well, I know that different places on earth give off different energy signatures. This is a provable fact. Some places can have a profound effect when coupled with your thought signature coinciding with the ground on which you stand. It was for this reason that I initially took the invitation originally to visit a Thai Buddhist temple in Kissimmee Florida. I wanted to know what sort of "vibe" was given off. When I had first gone there, I was immediately blown away by the unbelievable overwhelming sense of peace on their property. I would go nearly every week and sit and meditate privately in one of several temples on the property and ultimately join the monks in the main hall for evening chanting and meditation. At one point I began bringing others because the calm I was feeling I cultivated it, and I began to change over all and others in my circle of friends noticed the change and began asking questions about the obvious "shift" in my attitude. Attitude was a big deal with them and here's why. At the time of these visitations, I was working for a time share company and was so stressed out and "burning the candle on both ends", attitude determined your "winning streak". I needed this space and time away from works constant competitive environment, and the birth pains of a new family man and home starting out. I was also a new father with a 2 year old little girl and a failing relationship with her mother. I once spoke with a monk outside one of the temples. His name was monk "Tani". I will never forget how happy he looked. He was also in great physical shape too. He seriously looked like he worked out, and I was blown away when I asked him how often did he and his fellow monks eat. Once a day! I was inspired, impressed I asked if I should become a monk and perhaps shave my head and his reply was shocking. " This is not necessary" Almost every response to the suggestions I had given him was " This is not necessary" His smile and face were mesmerizing and peaceful. He looked younger than I did and since he was a monk and a male, I asked him how old he was. 42. Yeah....unbelievable and undeniable proof that those the practice meditation for 45 minutes a day for more than 24 months registered 12 years younger to biometrics although chronologically they were 12 years older. Stress is and has always been a major killer. Monk Tani and I spoke for over two hours until I ran out of questions. I never wore his patience. Big surprise there. Anyway, I felt do to a nearly four year absence from this sacred place that it was time to return to a place were All are always welcomed, sincerely. Especially in light of my turning over a new leaf so far from New Years Eve(LOL) The energy I felt today was tangible nearly 2 miles out from the site. Seriously. I arrived a little agitated because my now 2 daughters were with me and constantly being children, it subsided within the first 10 minutes on property. The girls were very intrigued, and when they saw a monk thier reaction was wonderful and adorable. Children will never cease to amaze me. Their innocence is the life blood of this planet. The girls and I spent quality time together at a beautiful sacred place, and the girls have another peaceful memory of time well spent with dad. Well,.....that was my day done in the books. How was yours? Be well today my fellow sentient beings! Be Whole! Be filled with Joy! Until All are ONE!

Already At The Top....Now I Just Need To Get There

This morning I awoke with a sense of something, something I have not felt in quite a long time. Yes, time seems to be the issue hu?....always surrounding you, constantly pressuring you to move somewhere, anywhere, so long as there is movement. Why do anything if there is no purpose for the movement or direction chosen? After all, we are here for a reason, right? Who's reason is it though? I suppose, someone or something else is driving you until we have discovered a need or desire within to go somewhere. Then we usually take the wheel. There seems to be a need for a why. Why go there? Why stay here? Where will you go? What is our purpose? All journeys without exception require the first step. Often I have found that if you just go without a why this can be adventurous. Rightly so. However, you should be present so as to walk mindfully, and appreciating every historic step along the way. After all, this moment expires in 60 seconds, and then ........poof! Gone, off into the annals of this worlds history forever. A massive archive of somethings and who's, what's, where's and whys. So today, I began a journey to be present long enough to alter every corner of my body, every area of my being and ultimately my "soul". Here it is. To get to "The Temple" of masters, I realized access is granted only when your temple, the living vessel, the human body has been cleansed and the master within consulted. Upon this interaction, one gains access to the higher realm. I see the mountain top. I know that is where I wish to be, because, that is where my view of existence is unrestricted and can make the best whys, whens and wheres and so forth. I am already there, in spirit, now I just need to be present long enough to get there. Thank you, for being here now, with me, listening observing my journey. In fact you are coming with me, for ALL truly is ONE. This is what I had on my mind and most pressing on my heart today. Be Well! Be Joyful! Be Present! Peace within and peace without! 'Til All are ONE!

The Return To The Eternal You

Jesus said to His disciples that children were not to be kept from Him, but to allow them to come to Him, for it was these perfect examples of how one is to return to the eternal one. Every day I sense a nudging towards the golden mist of the new golden dawn of humanity. The closer I get to it the faster my heart races to embrace this eternal star. I wish to run faster and faster, until I have arrived at the hidden and forgotten realm of the joy I once knew as a child. Children are the core of all that is love flowing into and around this planet forgiving and healing all with their mere presence. Let us remember that we were children once and but a simple reflective moment on this time in your life can have an profound effect on you that will last until you have lost focus again. No worries though, the "CHILD" in you is waiting forever and eternally forgiving and anticipating your return with an innocence that will strip away every negative energy in or around you instantly......upon the embrace that will occur when your truest heart is revealed. I am overcome with this need to tell you now that you are most certainly loved! Peace unto you and forever more! Be Well! Be Whole! 'Till All are ONE!

H2O

As far back as I could recall, water has held such a powerful sway over me. I have had many dreams involving water. There was one where I had been swimming at night through a turbulent ocean, and encountered many things. Horrible visions, and gorgeous events, such as commanding dolphins in procession before me, and them only appearing after altering them from turtles to the dolphin state. I know...... pretty bizarre but true none the less. Water holds the secret to my romantic side and quite possibly because of it's connection to emotion in an astrological sense. You know, Jesus was fond of water and his first miracle involved changing "water to wine". Yes, I know that is a religious story, however, it is relevant. When water is present, I feel whole and I love the color blue and the more turquoise the better. I have heard that turquoise is considered sacred among the ancient Mayans of Peru. The music created by "Enya" also uses much water symbolism, and, blue colored everything. After all Enya is from Ireland which is a water saturated country. I am saying these things to reveal that water is so very much a part of my spiritual DNA that it cannot be omitted from the conversation that is occurring regarding me without mentioning the most precious of all human elements....WATER! Cancers, astrologically, are water signs and so are Scorpios, and you must not forget Pisces. These are the water signs and they naturally hold a powerful "spell" of some sort over me. I by the way, am a "Leo'. Fire. Yeeeeeeah I know,...go figure, the polar opposite. I know it's wild but I love spicy things and this holds true when it comes to females for me. I suppose it doesn't get spicier than another Leo. Super nova! Well, I wanted to share this and perhaps with a little less Pinot Noir wine. Peace to all! Love you and wish you ALL the dreams and desires of your purest intentions!!! I mean that sincerely!

Nature is Ancient

Nature has been around longer than humans have on this planet. The environment being set like a stage setting on Broadway before the curtains part to reveal the opening act. The audience eagerly anticipating the drama that will sweep the stage momentarily. This excitement is tangible and can be felt like an earthquake tremor in the auditorium we call "EARTH". We are the star attraction of the private show we experience in life. Shakespeare was quoted as saying "All the world is a stage, and we are but actors and actresses making our entrances and exits" Good analogy. In our personal dramas we encounter at times what can only be viewed as insurmountable odds. There are many times in my life when I feel like a "Spartan" going up against the world in just one day. I remember that when things become turbulent, this is when you must "center" and bring all your awareness to your breath. I have done well when I have put this principle into play. The results are staggering. It truly boggles my mind that such precious gems of insight get lost so rapidly in the moment to moment hustle and bustle of ones "day".
However, to acknowledge such things are sincere indications that your "higher-self" is speaking the ancient language of the "soul". This is a natural occurrence. These dialogues between your "higher-self" and your "soul" are buried under the so called "realities of life". I am truly amazed at the fact that one can know such a thing is true and not act on it consistantly. Why do I repeat so many mistakes over and over again? Knowing the end result will not be something that I would consider to be desireable, I am compelled at times to do the opposite of what is needed or called for in that very moment. According to Buddhism, thier is the eight fold path, and, one of those passages lead to right action due to the path of right understanding, which goes along with right concentration/ meditation and so on and so forth. The philosophy the "Buddha" instilled in his fellow humans that gathered around to listen to him, when investigated with an open heart and mind is amazingly beautiful. I have learned much from it. I practiced some of its precepts long ago. Perhaps it is time for the return to the basics of this practice and apply lovingly to this "battered soul" of mine. In talking with a very dear friend of mine, I once mentioned the effect of simply laying my eyes upon a figure of the Buddha, would bring "out" of my beigness such an overwhelming calm that at times the feeling was remarkable. The power of such a simple thing as an image of another being with thier eyes shut, is simply astounding. I am amazed when ever there is a Buddha figurine present. It almost seems as if, the connection is spiritual in nature, and of another time and place, like reincarnation. I know that the moments surrounding me are shifting into a new vibratory frequency. I am aware of this internally and know that what is to come will be sublime and benefit all. These are the thoughts that are most pressing on my mind today. Well, untill my next revelation, "Be Well, Be Whole, until ALL are ONE!

72 HOURS

I have ceased the smoking of cigarettes. It is believed by scientist and medical doctors alike that the human body requires 72 hours to get rid of all traces of nicotine inside the body. I have quit before. Once again I am quiting. Why again? What makes this time different than before? I'm now 34 years old and feel it, simply put, that is why. I was depressed over the fact that I was willingly destroying my body. I felt conflicted over the fact that I was doing so much harm to my body and wanted to be at peace within. The two can not be achieved because they are at odds with each other. One can not be at peace and wreak havoc internally at the same time. I wanted more out of my bodies performance, yet I was unwilling to deliver what is necessary to get the benefit of a healthy body. I want to lead a healthier lifestyle now and not when I'm 50. That age is 16 years away and with dedication and consistency I could have an easier time than my father with that age. Yoga, and some Tai Chi and a balanced diet should place me out of a harmful situation when the body begins it's decline. I wish to do it gracefully, and with as little prescription pills as possible. Who knows, perhaps I will live long enough to see technology that can allow me to cheat death! Just kidding. I don't wish to stay in this body forever. I would like to care for it and say thank you to it for all it's years of patience while I ran it nearly to the ground on more than one occasion. I was feeling tightness in my chest and also a slight burning sensation too. There were many contributing factors to why I stopped but I decided that a change of lifestyle was missed and desperately needed in order to foster a deeper more spiritual change. I wanted more out of this present incarnation. Happiness and a true sense of well being and inner peace spoken of by masters of many worldly traditions. I know deep down inside that it is time for a powerful positive change. I sense also preparation for the next stage of my life. I have much to do and the time to do it. It will be orderly and organized. It will be in perfect harmony with the universe, of this I am certain. Well, this is what has been on my mind lately. Until I return peace to all sentient beings! NAMASTE!

FALLING FOR FALL

Fall is fast approaching and so is the November election. There is much buzz surrounding this presidential election. It will probably be the most watched event in political history. Obama has become a house hold name. Many fear him, supposing he has a dark side and a hidden agenda. Many love him as if he were the promised one of all faiths. Whatever he is , he is no doubt an electrifying character and quite possibly the most interesting candidate of recent and past times. Time will tell though who will enter the White House in 2009. I personally like him. He is very charismatic. He appears to be a man of the people and for the people in every sense of the word. His speech is awe inspiring. He is known to have given seasoned media veterans "chills" during interviews. To hear him speak is to presently witness history in the making. He is undeniably mesmerizing to behold. In reference to him and his campaign, the title often arises "Messiah". It's scary and exhilarating all at once. these are very exciting times to be alive. I feel he has given hope to those Americans who once believed it to be a proud claim to make that one was American, and we lost that during the Bush administration. Here after nearly a decade of international ridicule and disgrace, one can see the light at the end of the tunnel, His name is Barak H. Obama! That's just me. If he is the anti Christ so be it. If not, let us enjoy the official dawning of a new era of peace and advancement for all man kind and these are the thoughts one holds in their mind while Obama leads the world closer to a oneness spoken of old and now leaping of the pages of our best international authors and into our future, one that now appears to be filled with not just hope which he has undoubtedly instilled in the global community, but, a leader who loves the world and all the inhabitants of it. May the creator look favorably upon us as a species and as a race of beings who can and WILL achieve the impossible. I know I did not want to talk politics on this blog but the intensity of the air is astounding and moving all of us in such ways as to defy logic. I have had a lot of things on my mind lately and these are but the most pressing. Well, that's my thoughts this afternoon.