Good Morning DearHearts,™
I have lived in several homes, some with large backyards and some with a minimal amount of land. Over the years as I have documented in my writing I have had the experience of seeing butterflies emerge and had a cardinal family bring their babies to my backyard. However, I have never experienced the birth of Spring and new life in the way that is occurring right now.
It is totally unexpected given the fact I now live on a golf course. However, there is a small “body of water” that is between the back of my screened in patio and the fairway. This seemingly insignificant ditch has produced the appearance of more life in varying forms than could have ever been imagined.
On any given day there are mallards, Muscovy ducks, Egyptian geese, wood storks, cranes, egrets, anhingas, limpkins, spoonbills, herons-blue or white to be spotted just feet from my home. The array of wildlife in a condominium community has surprised me in the most delightful way.
This week has brought another sweet surprise – baby birds. Suddenly there are goslings, baby ducks and limpkin chicks that have been hatched to provide a level of cuteness usually only found on YouTube videos.
The rebirth of life is a miraculous affirmation of the continuity of what is Real.
But wait, isn’t all of this simply an illusion? The birds, water and certainly the babies are simply not real according to ACIM, they are projections of what is in my mind. Whatever I see is a reflection of my inner thoughts that I have judged good or bad, when in fact they are only true or false. Because I have chosen to experience idea of Life, which is a part of the Holy Spirit, who’s only interest is Life Everlasting, I have chosen to witness the resurrection of life by “seeing” new life. I have chosen to see a wildlife preserve instead of a golf course.
There is a phrase in the Bible that indicates what is above (Heaven) can be the same as what is below (earth). Spirit is generous in providing beauty and joy to us. The only caveat is whether or not we choose to focus on the evidence being provided that we are truly loved and have been presented with the most glorious gifts so we can have that experience.
“Heaven and earth shall pass away means that they will not continue to exist as separate states’”[1]
This very moment is a heavenly choice.
AND
Remember There IS Boundless Love Here and Now!!
If you would like information about an individual consultation concerning spiritual growth or other questions, please contact me at Jstarmiracle@gmail.com
In Love, Light and Peace,
Janet Weissman
©2019 All Rights Reserved
[1][1] ACIM Text Chap 1 III 2:1
Good Morning DearHearts,
It has been one month since I left the world of working in someone’s office to “retire”. I am amazed by the changes that have shown up in 30 days.
I went to Disney World the next week, because that is what you do as soon as you either retire or win the Super Bowl. I had not been to visit Mickey is many years and as much as everything was the same it was completely different. The main difference was seeing the experience through the eyes of my 4 year old granddaughter. The complete immersion into happy fantasy and belief in the large costumed character being the “real thing” was a moment of joy. The willingness to join in the parade around the Crystal Palace with A.A. Milne’s beloved friends brought me to sweet tears. This was the perfect foray into my next chapter.
My next chapter began upon my return to my home and my new regular activities. Before I made the difficult decision to release my guaranteed monthly income, I prayed and meditated about whether this was the right time for this life change. I was continually assured “all will be well”.
I was very happy at my non-profit organization job. I was blessed to work in an environment that was both fun and serious. I continue to applaud the vital work the organization accomplishes. Actually, I am continuing to assist with the transition of the new person in my previous job. But the realization that I had given up parts of myself because of my dedication to the organization was when I knew I had to reclaim what I willingly gave, my time.
The process of deciding in the world can be fraught with conflict. This is particularly true when we are making a major life changing decision. Decisions such as moving, marriage, divorce, which college to attend and of course changing jobs are filled with “what ifs”.
What ultimately makes the decision process easier is realizing the decision is simply the decision for peace. Ask yourself, “In this moment, what will bring peace to my mind”? The answer may surprise you. It surprised me.
We are whole and holy beings, but can be tempted to give away parts of ourself for what we believe is the “greater good”. Each fragment that we take away from our wholeness leaves a space to be filled. If too many facets of our shining self are removed we will end up feeling empty and something must be sought to fill that emptiness. This is one reason many turn to what ACIM calls “inappropriate means”. These “means” can be anything from alcohol, food, Facebook or being obsessive in any endeavor. Even what we deem good or necessary can cross the line of healthy into unhealthy. When I disavow my own good/needs for others I am not giving from my heart but from a sense of guilt. The thought “If I don’t do it; who will”? is actually an ego thought and not a loving one.
When I realized my thoughts would turn to my job and what I needed to do, while I was trying to focus on a morning meditation or prayer, I knew it was time to release my attachment to my job. My decision was for my peace.
For some time I was trying to expand my reiki and spiritual counseling sessions. In truth, I did not actually have enough hours in the day to accomplish this, work, and spend time with my family and friends. I chose to spend less time with those I love the most in order to “do the right thing”. This choice did not bring me either happiness or peace. It was evident I needed to choose again. I did.
The most interesting thing happened as soon as I made the Decision for Peace, I was contacted to be in spiritual service. The other recognition/ confirmation of my decision is the number of people who told me how relaxed I looked. I never realized how much my inner stress showed on the outside.
In one month, my spiritual practices have expanded.
In one month, my stress has decreased.
In one month, my happiness has increased.
In one month, I am looking to find a location to start leading a meditation group.
I cannot wait to see what month two brings.
And if you are interested in a private reiki session or counseling- I have the time.
Always Remember YOU Are LOVED Greatly.
In Love, Light and Peace,
Janet Weissman
©2019 All Rights Reserved
Good Morning DearHearts,
It happens every 365 days; we move out of one year and into the next. This is always seen as a time for reflection and review. This means we look back over the previous 365 sunrises and sunsets and gather the good, really good and somewhat awful happenings that we experienced.
Of course there is value to reflect on where the mark was missed, but there is also great value to remember the smaller almost forgotten moments.
Many of us tend to live in a constant state of anticipation because we are always looking for the “next big thing”. We do not have any idea what that might be, but we are waiting. While we are waiting for something BIG and fabulous to arrive; we risk the possibility of missing many small and equally fabulous moments.
Some of the smallest and seemingly insignificant occurrences are actually the ones that warm our hearts and bring a smile or loving tear to the eye.
Remember the first time you held hands in the movies with a new love?
Remember laughing so hard with your friends or family that you couldn’t catch your breath?
Remember talking on the phone instead of texting to make plans?
Remember the joy of crossing something off your “bucket list”?
Remember making a difficult decision that came with no regrets?
Remember when a dear friend asked you for advice because they value your wisdom?
In all likelihood most of this list wasn’t what you were looking forward to January 1, 2018. Yet if you experienced any of these moments, the memory quickly came to you and hopefully with a smile.
Soon enough the worldly clock will strike midnight. Around the globe in a cascade of celebrations people will embrace, kiss and cheer the beginning New Year 2019.
My wish for each of us includes Peace, Joy and A Multitude of Small Moments.
For several years I have planned a workshop to begin the New Year. This year I am offering a one day Silent Retreat on January 26th, in Delray Beach, Florida. This will be a chance to quiet your mind and raise your vibration with sensory experiences and guided meditations. Please contact me for more information or to register go to JanetWeissman.com
“Be still a moment, and in silence think how holy is your purpose, how secure you rest, untouchable, within its light” Workbook Lesson 153
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Remember the endless amount of LOVE Here For YOU NOW!!
In Light, Love & Peace
Janet Weissman
©2018 All rights reserved
Good Morning DearHearts,
You attend a wonderful movie that moved your soul, made you laugh and cry. However, your movie companion can only comment on the sticky floor in the theatre and ask why the floors aren’t cleaned better.
Dinner was delicious. You think the presentation was wonderful and the service was superb. But, your dinner companion thinks the food was cold, service was inadequate and the prices were too high.
I’m sure we have all had the experience of being with others who seem to have an affinity for finding the one aspect of any situation that is “wrong”. Perhaps they have been to your home for dinner or maybe you have been to the movies with them. Perhaps they are related to you.
The habit of finding the un-desired anywhere and everywhere is exactly that- a habit or for some an addiction. The question is how did this become their primary focus of attention? Does it bring joy into the lives of those who are preoccupied with lack to point it out whenever possible? Does being right mean everything to some? Where does happiness fit into the picture? For some not only is the “glass half empty” but there is a crack at the bottom where everything is leaking. What may not be realized is this behavior is a form of attack and it is inflicted upon you and your brother at the same time.
How can these perceptions change?
The first requirement of course is the willingness to want to change. Do not assume everyone wants to do this. Change is difficult for most and downright scary for others.
Right now is perhaps the most challenging moment we have had in over a decade. The events of the past several months have achieved what so many spiritual teachers have suggested for eons. It’s the perfect time to change! Change the way we view each other and approach life. We can possibly “just survive” these times or we can shift our perceptions and begin to thrive.
As long as I choose to believe the solution for the animosity and bad behavior of anyone is outside of myself and is out of my control, this is how long the situation will continue. The belief in the ability to change anything, other than my thoughts, will perpetuate my own personal hell. It’s only when I take responsibility to change my behavior and thoughts that the door to freedom starts to open in my mind. There is nothing outside; this possibility of peace is totally an inside job.
“You cannot know your brother when you attack him. Attack is always made upon a stranger.”
The choice to attack has never been more tempting and the choice to choose peace has never seemed more difficult. This is the perfect moment for courage. The perfect time to choose what seems unthinkable; yet is truly the only way to find happiness and push that door to freedom open.
AND
Remember there IS Boundless LOVE Here NOW!!
In Love, Light and Peace,
Janet Weissman
©2018 All Rights Reserved
ACIM Text3 III7:2,3
Good Morning DearHearts,
While I was driving to meet a friend today I started thinking about baking. This is not all that unusual for me to do. I’m planning what to make for my next women’s group and my thoughts were on dessert. I’m planning a French menu, so I was thinking about French pastry, should I make profiteroles or perhaps éclairs? Then it happened! My mind went blank and the harder I tried to think about the “frosting” for the éclairs the less I could remember the name. I called on the rolodex of recipes I have in my head looking for the word I wanted but it was not locatable. I could visually see the recipe ingredients but not the “title”. I tried to relax my thought process, let my word search end. I actually thought this would make the missing word magically appear in my mind- it didn’t. Finally my attention shifted to the rainy driving weather and I momentarily forgot about my quest. I parked my car. As I got out of the car the word “ganache” popped into my awareness. That was exactly what I was trying to remember.
As I have conveyed so many times, I believe ALL happenings offer a lesson. It just so happens ACIM offers the same teaching.
“All things are lessons God would have me learn.”
My struggle to remember was intensified by my “knowing” that I knew the answer. I was astounded by my inability in the moment to be able to bring forth the name of a recipe I had made numerous times. Of course the more I tried to force my mind to remember the more elusive the prize. This scenario can play out in anyone’s day to day activity and I assure you it is not a sign of dementia. I believe it is merely what I call the strain of thought.
The world perceived is full of high intensity and demands. So much of what we watch, experience or speak about is filled with goals to be reached within a certain amount of “time”. Accomplishments are often evaluated not only on the results but on how long it took for them to be completed. This is a very detrimental use of time, because it justifies multiple judgments against ourself. The end result is the perpetuation of belief in littleness.
The alternative to all of this judgment is to relax and allow everything to unfold as it is meant to be. As soon as I relaxed my mind and stopped trying to FIND the word, it appeared. This relaxation technique can be experienced through meditation, breathing or any other way the constant chatter ceases.
ACIM teaches there are many teachers who will lead us to the same place. There is not only ONE teacher, but there is ONE destination. Some of teachers may seem unconventional or even absurd, none of that is of consequence. The only criterion for a teaching method is that it works. One way that works for many, even though they may not realize, is song lyrics.
A song that came to my mind after the ganache experience comes from the spiritual teachers, McCartney and Lennon. The song lyrics predate ACIM but not the message.
Just as I knew the name of the recipe I was seeking, we know how to accomplish our greatest desire and find our inner peace. We simply need to “turn off your mind, relax and float….”
While you are relaxing, do remember
There IS Boundless LOVE Here and NOW!!!
In Love, Light and Peace,
Janet Weissman
© 2018 All Rights Reserved
Good Morning DearHearts,
It is said that a journey begins with the first step. I want to expand that to, a journey begins with the first thought about the first step and then active movement towards the journey’s beginning.
Now a journey can be many things. My dear friend Webster defines journey in many ways, including a day’s work and a pilgrimage. These seem like two varied things with not much in common; however, both must be started the same way, with a first “step”.
Getting started for either a specific task or a pilgrimage can be assaulted by a tiny fear thought emanating from the ego mind. In the case of a chore the fear may present itself as delay, procrastination or lethargy. I can sometimes find a myriad of preoccupying thoughts that keep me from beginning weekly housekeeping. By the way, are you surprised that fear masquerades as delay and procrastination?
Anything that basically keeps us trapped in the past comes from a fear of moving forward into the unknown. This is why my procrastination to either clean, do my taxes or sit down and write comes from fear. I cannot have any forward movement in my life, unless I am actually moving forward through my actions.
To begin any new endeavor and then to stay with it until it is complete requires commitment to the unknown and that means overcoming any fear that arises. Fear is the language of the ego mind that has a litany of reasons why progress and change should be abandoned no matter the cost.
A dear friend of mine, Drew Eric, faced his fear and a very raucous ego two years ago when he went to Europe to walk the El Camino de Santiago and then back pack through the continent for 8 months. He faced his doubts, fears and threats on his being to have a self discovery adventure. His pilgrimage began with his almost constant question, “can I do this?” Yes, he could and did.
A path to spiritual Self discovery must be traveled; just as a beautiful walkway in a garden must be traversed in order to experience the beauty that awaits. Of course one can choose to delay the exploration of the garden as well as the exploration of Self. In both cases the hesitancy to begin the journey comes from the fearful idea of what might be encountered along the pathway. If there was a guarantee that the journey would most certainly lead to a beautiful destination, would you take the risk?
The spiritual journey will lead each of us within so we can finally experience the peace that comes at the end of belief in separation. A Course in Miracles has many names for this, one is Salvation.
“Salvation is immediate. Unless you so perceive it, you will be afraid of it, believing that the risk of loss is great between the time it’s (salvation’s) purpose is made yours and it’s (salvation’s) effects will come to you.” ACIM/Text/ Chap 26:VIII:3:1-2
Once we commit to the correction of our thought system, fully and completely, we will know the peace of freedom and the joy of Oneness.
It’s only the first step that’s holding us back.
I want to share a link for a personal “first new step” of my goal to share this journey.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giVzrkJn73s&sns=em
Remember, There IS Boundless Love For US – Here and Now!!!
In Love, Light and Peace
Janet Weissman
©2018 All rights reserved
Good Morning DearHearts,
If you have been reading my blogs for the past year; you are quite aware about my move to condominium life. I have been asked frequently by the attendees at my ACIM groups and others if I’m used to my new space. I thought I would write about this to both answer the inquiries and gain some clarity for me.
So, with great apologies to Lerner and Loewe – I offer
I’m growing accustom to this space
It’s where my day begins
I’m growing accustom to the sounds from upstairs and down
The thumps and bangs
The crashes and clangs
Are becoming second nature to me now
I’m breathing in and breathing out
I was serenely independent with my butterflies and lawn
Until my mind started to tell me
This is not where I belong
So now I find the condo life has given me more time
To write and blog and cook and bake
These passions, they are mine
They are second nature to me now
I’m breathing out and breathing in
I’m very grateful for the people that have come to say hello
Though sometimes unexpected
It’s Divine Order, I know
For me to be in Palm Aire
And live closer to my ‘hood
I have more opportunity to offer miracles and good
Through my years of practicing A Course in Miracles I have experienced the synchronicity of being in the perfect place to meet exactly who I am meant to meet. My belief is I was guided to move from the house I lived in for 17 years into a space that would shift my focus and encourage me to embrace a new chapter in this life experience.
It is always good to remember that to encourage means to stay in one’s heart.
“Each day, each hour and minute, even each second, you are deciding between the crucifixion and the resurrection; between the ego and the Holy Spirit.”- ACIM- T C14/III 4:1
There are few things as challenging to our belief systems as change. Change brings up the unknown and for many that is synonymous with fear. Perhaps this is the reason why so many start the Workbook Lessons but do not complete all 365.
ACIM gives us a reinterpretation from the Bible, instead of “Many are called but few are chosen.” The Voice (not the tv show) instructs, “All are called but few choose to listen.” ACIM T C3/IV7:12
In the light of the wonderful changes I am experiencing because of my move, I do believe I was “called” to Palm Aire.
There remain adjustments to embrace, but knowing there IS a plan certainly eases the path.
Just one quick reminder- I’m having my first 2018 Workshop on January 15th about Self Love. There are only a few spots available, if you are interested in participating, please contact me before Wednesday the 10th.
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Remember
There is Boundless Love Available For US Right Here and NOW!!
In Love, Light and Peace,
Janet Weissman
C. 2018 All Rights Reserved
Good Morning DearHearts,
As this new moment in time arrives on our collective doorstep let’s open our hearts and minds to welcome the hope and possibilities that it brings.
In each instant we are given the opportunity to choose what that instant will hold and bring to us. Yes, we CAN choose and choose we do.
Many, including myself, have spent far too long without the awareness of power we hold within our consciousness. As a result of not choosing for ourself we have allowed another to choose for us. From A Course in Miracles perspective the choosing has been done by our smaller separated belief in fear and danger, the ego.
May I suggest that as a new year arrives so does a new opportunity to “choose again”.
Choose Again To:
See the possibility in every day and not judge it on the past experience of the days that came before.
Try to treat every LIVING THING as though it IS simply an extension of your own being.
Be KIND. Allow that car into your lane even if you believe you are running late to your desired destination.
Smile at others and yourself.
Believe, no matter how dire the situation seems in the moment, that this will be resolved and you WILL SURVIVE.
Choose to begin a Loving Relationship with YOU.
Self Love or lack of it can be devastating and ultimately affect every aspect of our life experience. Over the past several months I have gone deeper into this topic and awareness. Because of my work I have decided this will be at least one focus of workshops and classes for me in 2018.
Many of you know I have scheduled my first 2018 workshop on January 15th titled “What’s Self Love Got to Do With It?” The answer is EVERYTHING.
I still have a couple of spots available for this workshop and many have let me know they cannot attend on a Monday. I will schedule another workshop on this topic on a Saturday. Please contact me if you are interested in either this one or the next. Jstarmiracle@gmail.com
I want to share a quote from Lucille Ball about Self Love which showed up on my TV screen one day as I was thinking about putting together the workshop.
“Love yourself first and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world”
Now think about this one thing, her long running HIT show was titled “I Love Lucy”.
May 2018 BE Filled With Blessings and PEACE For Everyone and Everything.
REMEMBER – There IS Boundless Love Available –Here and Now.
In Love, Light and Peace,
Janet Weissman
©2018-All Rights Reserved
Good Morning DearHearts,
In the film Jerry McGuire, one of the most memorable movie love lines is uttered, “You complete me.”
The first response to this line was thought to be, it’s sooo sweet. I’m sure many a couple said this line to each other, perhaps in their wedding vows. However, there came a time when this declaration of love became interpreted as meaning that one is incomplete without another by their side. The memorable phrase then became more cringe worthy than romantic.
I don’t really believe the interpretation of incompletion was what the script writer had in mind when he/she penned the script. Many movie quotes have become part of the vernacular because they are memorable, for instance “we’re not in Kansas anymore” or “Frankly my dear, I don’t give a damn”. However, very few movie lines have become as controversial as this one.
Of course, I am always trying to see things in another “light”. So, I offer an alternative interpretation of this line.
We actually are incomplete and not because we may not have a body sitting next to us. If we believe our minds are separate, we actually are only half of our True Self.
I did some research to support my viewpoint and here is what I found.
Characteristics of being co-dependent include but are not limited to:
Being reactive-when anyone is operating from the ego mind, reactivity is the way the ego defends itself and its position. The way to heal this behavior is by being in my right mind (with God).
Control– when in the ego mind, needing to be in control is the only way to be. The ego tells us “trust no-one”. When we are aligned with God, trust comes easily.
Dependent on what is “outside” – when the ego mind is in control, we are constantly looking for the special thing out there to feel worthy. However, when we are aligned with God we realize there is nothing “out there” that is of more worth that what is “in here”.
Low self esteem – the ego self is dependent on keeping us from uncovering the many veils that have been placed between it and our True Self. But it is very possible to shift from the littleness of the ego to the magnificence of our Self by reconnecting with Source (God).
In this sense we are incomplete without God in our heart and life. We can and should acknowledge we in fact are incomplete without God and according to ACIM; God is incomplete without YOU.
“Whenever you question your value, say God Himself is incomplete without me.” ACIM Text Chapter 9
“Would you refuse to take the function of completing God, when all He wills is that you be complete?” ACIM Workbook pII 7
One more thing, if I truly see you as my Holy Brother then I am indeed incomplete without you by my side. Admittedly, this may not have been the meaning behind the movie utterance, but as I said I am offering another way to see it.
If you reside in the South Florida area, you can also attend one of my ACIM groups, where we promote completeness. You can contact me by replying to this blog.
And Remember,
There is Unconditional LOVE Here For US Now.
In Light, Love and Peace,
Janet Weissman
©2017 All Rights Reserved
Good Morning DearHearts,
I hope as you read this you have come through the storm called Irma and are back to your spiritual practice and life. Obviously you have internet.
For those who are relatively new to my writing, I want to restate that the reason I started blogging was to put forth the idea that EVERYTHING is not only connected but IS spiritual. My task each time I write is to put another piece of the vast life puzzle together in a spiritual way. There are many parts of this experience that do not initially seem as though there is ANYTHING beneficial within the situation. I choose to find an awareness anywhere I can.
My first Irma awareness came through the constant question of “do you have electricity?” I inadvertently answered, “I have power” and then realized what I said. Indeed, I have power and so do YOU. Power is actually more beneficial in the long term, although it may not run the air conditioner.
Our Power comes from a place that is within and which cannot be “cut off” by a strong wind or rainfall. Tap in to this Source and you will not receive a bill at the end of the month telling you how much you “owe”. This Power is free for all.
My second awareness born from the storm was Gratitude.
Many of the commonplace conveniences that are encountered each day are taken for granted. There is no thought given to their appearance or usefulness, they blend into the mundane landscape of our experience.
Truthfully, I haven’t given much thought to the amazing benefit of traffic lights, until they weren’t operational last week. Oh My- how they were missed.
The absence of the red, green and yellow illuminations however, did bring forth an amazing amount of courtesy on the roads. This generous behavior was another hurricane ah-ha.
The term “random acts of kindness” came into awareness way back in the 1980’s. It is defined as a non premeditated kind action. Most ACIM students would simply call it a miracle because random acts of kindness are in perfect alignment with the 50 Principles of Miracles, found in Chapter 1 of the ACIM Textbook.
Here are just a few of the principles that “explain” how so many have been extending assistance (Love) to strangers in the form of food, water, housing, generators and countless other ways.
#8-Miracles are healing because they supply a lack, they are performed by those who temporarily have more for those who temporarily have less.
#16-Miracles are teaching devices for demonstrating it is as blessed to give as to receive. They simultaneously increase the strength of the giver and supply strength to the receiver.
#40- The miracle acknowledges everyone as your brother and mine. It is a way of perceiving the universal mark of God.
Extreme situations have often brought forth selfless behavior. We all become the beneficiary of this behavior because it soothes the fear that permeates the unknown outcome of the experience.
Acts of kindness or miracles cannot be forgotten. Long after the traffic lights are operational or electricity has all air conditioners humming somewhere in the recesses of the mind the miracles WILL be remembered.
And Please Also Remember the Boundless Love that is Here for YOU!!
In Love, LIGHT and Peace,
Janet Weissman
©2017 All Rights Reserved
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