See Yourself as You Want to Be

By Ernest Holmes

We are—and can only be—the sum total of all our thoughts and actions. Our subjective state of thought is constantly radiating into Universal Law the images of our entire library of beliefs… our beliefs around love, around life, around the world and our purpose in it. From these images of unconscious thought spring all of our outward conditions, the circumstances that make up this human experience. Deep within our subconscious mind are imprinted the memories of previous experiences... and therein lie the silent causes of our outward conditions. 

Since the Universal Law which automatically receives our thoughts is always acting and never at rest, when we have chronic, habitual negative thoughts, we perpetuate experiences that we no longer want to have. What is needed, then, is a new outlook on the situation, a broader vision, a deeper realization. We need not be able to create this new perspective on the spot… we need only be open to the possibility that one exists.  And of course one does.  In fact, the Spirit that Knows All Things has unlimited outcomes, all of which have already outwitted your greatest conundrum a thousand-fold.

The key, then, to success and happiness, is the conscious control of ongoing thought patterns and a continuous emission of constructive thinking and acting. This key will unlock the treasure house of the Infinite and reveal to us undreamed-of opportunities and experiences.

Because we are of the One Mind, any vision you can conjure of an outcome which is based in harmony and unity is already complete in the mind of Spirit.  It is Divinely ordained.

Visualization from this standpoint is a creative act that is never bothered by any existing condition or conditions. Once we are certain that our whole thought is harmonious and unified with Good, we may ask for what we want, and it shall be done unto us by the Law.

In visualizing, put the past entirely behind, where it belongs; nor think of the future, where it also belongs, but make your thoughts perceive the ever-present reality, which is only the NOW.  Do not worry about the “how’s.” God knows how! 

Think of yourself as you would like to be, and calmly state that you are now in the position that you care to be in; that you are now doing the things you would like to be doing; that you now possess the things you want to possess; that your state of being is the ultimate state of being you can possibly imagine. Look at your picture as you would view a landscape, mentally dwelling on this picture, feeling the reality of it—the Joy of it, the Peace of it, the Love of it, the Prosperity of it, the Vitality of it—until you can sense that it is a reality.  Then leave the entire picture for the Law to work out for you, returning to your everyday affairs with perfect confidence that something is really taking place on the invisible side of your life, and that you will experience in outward form all of your inner aspirations.

As you speak as if the good outcome is already done, it is in the mind of God!

Edited by Gretchen Kennedy, RScP

To Dance The Sublime Waltz with the Universe, Take 3 Small Steps

Or, How to Instantly Shift the Course of Your Daily Life Without The Funky Chicken

At the center of every nucleus of every atom is energy... the same energy.  Whether it is found in water or plant or mineral or human being, we all share the same energy.  And that energy is alive, creative, intelligent, magnetic, and attractive to itself.  In other words, energy knows no separation from itself, no matter where it resides.  Moreover, it is omni-active.  It never sleeps, and it never dies. It is in a constant state of relation to itself, in all its forms. 

Because this energy is magnetic, the law of "like attracts like" is brought into our everyday experience of matter.  It makes sense then, that as we shift our own state of being, we draw to us conditions that reflect our current state of being.  As our moods change from day to day, the energy around us responds, creating conditions that match our state of being.  We may not even notice it (yet).  What we do tend to notice, however, are bigger "waves" of events that happen in succession or over time ("They say bad things come in three's, so what's next?" or "I must have no immune system because I'm always sick," or "I'll be fine!  I will land on my feet. I always do!").  

Even our thoughts impact this energy that is at the center of every atom in our cells.  See if you can feel your entire body uplift while reading this sentence: "I'm a golden goose, everything I touch turns to gold!"  Likewise, see if you can feel your entire body deflate with this one:  "I just can't catch a break, and now my unemployment benefits are running out."  The power of this energy is unfailing in its ability to create conditions by attracting more of the same to itself.  

We call this power many things (God, Life, Intelligence, Spirit, etc.).  Here, I am calling it "The Universe."

In us, this creation process starts with our thoughts.  We are truly the masters of our domain. In other words,  life mirrors our dominant or chronic thought patterns.  That means that we can co-create with the Universe an entirely different experience by changing our perspective, and that starts with considering for a moment--just one moment--that other possibilities are available to us.  If you're not open to that concept, try re-reading the first 2 paragraphs again. 

Actually, we co-create our lives through three, progressively powerful ways of engaging the Universe:

1. our thoughts and words
2. our vibrations (emotions/feelings)
3. our actions

And, because you are the master of your domain, the Universe always responds with, “Your wish is my command.”

Thoughts/Words:  When we think of some outcome to a situation (good or bad), the Universe begins to organize around that thinking.  The more we think about it, and the more we talk about it, the more dominant it becomes compared to our other thoughts and spoken words. The Universe pays attention to our most dominant thoughts, making them more likely to come about. The longer and stronger we hold that thought pattern, the more times we will experience aspects of that situation.

Vibrations:  When we add feeling to those thoughts (i.e. whether we’re conjuring up fear and anxiety or the freedom, joy, peace, security, etc. produced by the perfect outcome), we align our vibration to an end result, and the Universe now responds to a much clearer attractor field (the bigger our emotion, the bigger the result).

Actions:  However, when we take action toward achieving that result, no matter how small, the Universe now also has something concrete to mirror and build upon.  It’s like we’re telling the Universe, “Do it like this. Now do it like this.” Every step we take toward the pictured result provides an opportunity for the Universe to act now to clear obstacles, arrange resources, people, and events, and bring our emotionally charged, dominant thought patterns to life, compounding whatever actions we take with its own greater actions.

Always remember, the Universe works with you for BOTH your greatest desires AND your greatest fears:

The Funky Chicken:

You’re alone at a wedding you’ve been dreading for months (having turned down the offer from a good friend to fix you up with her “cute” cousin), painfully aware of how everyone else is coupled up and having fun dancing. You toss back your fourth glass of champagne and wish they’d cut the cake already, so you could leave. Then, the most horrific wedding music ever heard is played: The Funky Chicken.  As you roll your eyes, you hear someone call your name. You sink down into your chair just as the bride rushes by.  She yanks you up and throws you into the throng of dancers. A rush of embarrassment hits you as she starts dancing in a circle around you.  Everyone is watching and laughing.  You don’t remember how to do the Funky Chicken.  You awkwardly stand there until you catch on. As your elbow wings start to beat ridiculously, you collide with the woman dancing next to you.  Your tired feet cross, nearly toppling you over.  The bride steps hard on your foot.  As the song ends, you try not to limp too noticeably back to your empty table. Then, the band starts playing a favorite song of yours, and, because you won’t be dancing to it, you grab another glass of champagne from a passing waiter and wait for this miserable night to end.

OR…

The Sublime Waltz:

Think of the Universe as your attractive blind date at a wedding (a blind date you agreed to with mixed trepidation and excitement).  It's early, and you're sitting with the Universe getting acquainted. A favorite song comes on, and you think, “Oh, I’d love to dance.” You catch the Universe’s eye, and It smiles at you, swaying a little in Its seat, clearly also moved by the music.  You have an emotional surge of anticipation as you think, “I want to experience joy together with the Universe on the dance floor!”  Just as you start to ask “Would you care to—” you see the Universe is already rising, grinning, and holding out Its hand, thrilled that you want to dance. Out on the dance floor, the Universe is a spectacular partner, in sync with your every move, step for step, turn for turn, flourish for flourish. You’re so magically in tune, you aren’t sure who is leading whom, all you know is the dance is effortless, fluid, beautiful, and endless, and you are both giddy with the joy of it.  Eventually, you begin to tire, the song changes, and you tell the Universe that you no longer want to dance.  The Universe smiles, nods, and, holding your hand, gracefully leads the way back to your table.  

TO DANCE THE SUBLIME WALTZ WITH THE UNIVERSE, TAKE 3 SMALL STEPS:

Do 3 small things each week (eventually working up to twice a week, then three times a week, then every other day, and in a year or two, perhaps, daily): 

1. To Retrain Your Thoughts:  Do one thing spiritual (express gratitude for the things that went well that week, meditate for 15 minutes, read an uplifting passage and contemplate it for 15 minutes, write an affirmation and say it aloud 21 times a day for a week, take a silent walk in nature, send a thank you card to your Higher Self, come to Sunday Service, etc.).
2. To Uplift Your Vibration:  Do one healthy, fun thing for yourself that relieves stress and rejuvenates you (take a bubble bath, be in service to someone in need, play hide and seek with your kids, paint a picture, call an old friend, cuddle with your dog, go for a ride in the country, come to Sunday Service, etc.) 
3. To Direct The Universe With Your Actions:  Do one thing you want the Universe to mirror and build upon to help you achieve your desired outcome more quickly and easily (announce a dream to start a business to someone you admire, write a page for that book you've always wanted to write, walk the dog at a brisker pace, send your resume to one company with a cover letter specific to that job, buy organic vegetables, smile at 5 strangers, spend 30 minutes sorting through a clutter pile, fulfill a lapsed commitment, etc.)

Keep notes on your progress and notice what miracles start taking place in your life.  I'd love to know how it's going!  

Happy Co-Creating!

Gretchen Kennedy, RScP
gfdkennedy at gmail

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Hymns to an Unknown God: Awakening the Spirit in Everday Life

For a contemplative meditation:

The Yearning  

In every cycle of breath, between the emptying and the inflowing, there is a moment of absolute calm, an instant when history comes to an end. Then, the yearning begins, the divine discontent, the lungs praying to be filled, the body longing to be animated by spirit. To catch the invisible wind, to map the itinerary of spirit, study the outlines of your longing. Just as an echo in a cave brings news of unfathomable depths, in our yearning is our nostalgia for the future. In the emptiness between breaths we hear a whispered promise of fulfillment, we sense the redolence of a rose now only in the bud.

Breathe through us, breath of God, fill us with life anew.

Excerpted from Hymns to an Unkown God: Awakening the Spirit in Everday Life by Sam Keen

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Affirmations for Positive Daily Living

Surrender & Patience:

When things take longer than I expect, I am reminded that I have more time than I thought, and that there’s a wondrous journey unfolding. Today, I relax and enjoy it all!

Prosperity:

Good events, gifts, and money are—right now—pouring into my experience; and to it all I say, “Yes!” “More of that, please!” and“THANK YOU!”

Self-Love & Hope:

In every moment, I am a brand new thought in the Mind of God, a fresh and radiant stream of unlimited potential. All I see before me are infinite possibilities!

Security & Peace:

My happiness grows in direct proportion to my acceptance that Life unfolds in perfection. I am safe, protected, surrounded with Love, and I radiate serenity.

Health & Wellbeing:

When I envision myself as Wellbeing itself, I align with all the rejuvenative power of the Universe. As I hold that focus, every cell of my being must follow. I now blossom in radiant health!

Abundance:

There is plenty for everyone, including me. Life is lavish in its abundance. All of my needs are met before I even ask. My good comes from everywhere and everyone, and I am grateful!

Clarity:

I am not limited by my past thinking or experiences. I constantly have new insights, so each moment is an opportunity to express more of my full potential. I now am open to receive guidance on the perfect next step to take.

Healing:

I am lifted to new heights as every cell of my body now rejuvenates and aligns with perfect health. I claim and accept that my body and all of its systems are in balance and functioning perfectly!

Harmony & Compromise:

In any situation, as I agree to an outcome that is for the Highest Good of all, my loving actions create meaningful connections that reverberate far beyond me. Then, I am modeling the creation of Peace on Earth.

© Gretchen Kennedy, RScP

For a Perfect Outcome in Surgery

You can adapt this prayer for any event where you want a perfect outcome, but this one is written for a successful surgery and recovery for another person.

There is only One Presence, and it is Life Itself, an infinite well-spring of Wellbeing, and it is always conspiring for ever-expanding Good.  Life is regenerating Itself anew in every moment, every cell, every condition, Perfect, Whole, and Complete.

Therefore, as there is only One Presence, I know I am also of that One Presence. And so I also know that Life is always conspiring for my ever-expanding Good. Therefore, I too can only be Perfect, Whole, and Complete. And, as I know this is true for me, I know it is true for (insert name), for we are indivisible from the One Presence.

And so I know that right here and now the same forces that created the Universe with its unlimited potential are also at work, revealing the absolute Perfection of Life Itself that is exquisitely being expressed as (insert name). I claim the perfect outcome is already masterminded by God.  The surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologist, and everyone involved today and in (insert name)'s recovery are the chosen agents of the Universe to reveal this perfection.  I know and claim that infinite Wellbeing is fully present today and throughout the recovery period, expanding (insert name)’s Good, for the Highest Good of All. I claim that Life Itself is already regenerating Itself, as (insert name), Perfect, Whole, and Complete. 

I am so grateful for this perfect outcome, and as I release my all-powerful word into the Universal Law of Mind, I know it is already done. And so it is!

By Gretchen Kennedy, RScP

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