We begin reading from James Allen’s first book titled From Poverty to Power. Chris read the foreword, which brings us back to what spirituality is all about – the practice of looking within yourself for answers, guidance, love and God, etc. Then we get into chapter one: The Lesson of Evil. We read about half of […]
We began with an entry from 365 Tao called Ascent, where the author mentions that our spiritual progress is often so slow that we may feel the effort futile. “No person ever leapt to heaven in one bound.” “Success in spiritual life is measured not by spectacular events but by daily devotion. This iron will, this deep […]
We begin by reading a story, or metaphor really, called The Poison Arrow. Chris recently participated in a meetup where the participants read and discussed this passage, which was actually used by the Sakyamuni Buddha to teach his disciples not to waste time on metaphysical questions. (Dr. Christopher Stepien hosts The White Elephant Spirituality Group […]
First Chris commented on the Memoir that Lily L. Allen wrote about her husband and author James Allen. She describes him as a wonderful spiritual being, and mentions that he never had a bad word to say about anyone. This made Chris think about all of us who have done or said many stupid things […]
First we read the passage titled ‘To Get Rich Through Creation’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power. The author advises us that prayer is not hypnotism, and you should never try to take over the mind of another individual. You are simply thinking into God or First Cause with the understanding that- “If a thing is […]
We started today by reading two short passages from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power. The first selection is titled ‘Scientific Thinking – Positive Thought: Suggestions for Practical Application.’ The author tells us that Five O’clock in the morning is the best time to meditate. Retiring early the night before helps, especially if, just before bed, […]
First we read the passage titled ‘Faith with Works- What It Has Accomplished’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power. The author tells us that our ideas (our goals), if we continue to think about them and meditate upon them, will attract other ideas from other people, places, etc. And when these ideas come together it facilitates […]
We start with discussing the rest of the Silent Talking chapter from the book Silent Power by Stuart Wilde, including two techniques for communicating with another individual without talking. This communication happens deep within us, not with body language or facial expressions. The author also tells us that some of the thoughts we have are not […]
We started today by reading two passages from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power. The first selection is titled ‘The Reward of Increased Faith.’ Our thoughts and words are instruments of creation, and perhaps we ourselves are instruments for a higher purpose… And if our thoughts are in correspondence with the universal creative energy then there […]
We started today by reading the next two passages from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power. The first selection is titled ‘How to Bring the Power in Your Word Into Action.’ The main underlying idea is that each of us can “control” our own state of mind in each and every moment. Great quote, “…words are the […]
We started with the movie Groundhog Day, which contains a healthy dose of spiritual analogy depending on how you look at it. Then Chris commented on the Chain of Sorrow, which in addition to being a song his old band played, is the handing down of negative habits and attitudes to our children. Of course […]
First Chris commented on the athletes competing in the Olympics and noticed an “Olympic Attitude.” You know, highly disciplined and dedicated to training for 4 years to be the best in the world in their field. Impressive. Do you think you could practice spirituality that way? Minus the competitiveness, of course. The great spiritual personalities […]
First we read the passage titled ‘Why I Took Up the Study of Mental Science’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power. It was loneliness that drove the author toward studying mental science, even though she was surrounded by friends, etc. We also touch on the fact that she was STUDYING Troward’s books, not just reading them. […]
First we read the passage titled ‘Things to Remember in Using Your Thought Power for the Production of New Conditions’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power. The author lists 7 points to make sure your visualization is most effective. We discussed a few including: Being Ecological – thinking of how your achieving your desires will affect […]
First Chris explained the show’s return after 2 months, which was the result of Chris going with his heart. Happy to be going strong! Then we read the passage titled ‘Suggestions for Making Your Mental Picture’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power. She describes a powerful process of getting ready to visualize. We’ve all learned […]
Wonderful discussion with our special guest, Dr. Catherine P. Perry, author of Courageous Wake, intuitive spiritual coach, master healer, visionary, and inspirational speaker. (www.CatherinePPerry.net) Dr. Catherine’s mission is to bring joy and delicious passion to billions of people. She is the creator of the most potent change techniques available on the planet: Thought Surgery and The Quantum […]
First we read the passage titled ‘Expressions from Beginners’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power . She gives many examples of folks who visualized and manifested various things. Then Chris talked about the act of meditating on a question, situation or circumstance for the purpose of receiving an answer from your higher Self or the Universe, […]
What is “Human Design?” Our inspiring guest enlightens us: Karen Flaherty, certified Human Design Specialist at www.LivingByHumanDesign.com. We discussed: Your energy blueprint Your Decision-Making Your Purpose Your strengths and weaknesses Human Design is a powerful system of personality analysis that incorporates Quantum Physics, The I’Ching, The Judaic Kabbalah, The Hindu Chakra System, and Eastern and […]
First Chris explained the importance of having real “spiritual” conversations in our lives, and how The Mystic Show helps inspire this. Then we finished reading the passage titled ‘Operation of Your Mental Picture’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power . She suggest keeping your desire secret, as well as not forcing the universal power to manifest […]
First Chris told the story of The Horseman and the Snake from the book Tales of the Dervishes by Idries Shah. Then we read the passage titled ‘Operation of Your Mental Picture’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power . One great quote: “Your mental picture is the force of attraction that evolves and combines the originating substance […]
We read the passage titled ‘Relation Between Mental and Physical Form’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power . One great quote: “The same power that brought universal substance into existence will bring your individual thought or mental picture into physical form. There is no difference of kind in the power. The only difference is a difference […]
We read the passage titled ‘How to Attract to Yourself the Things You Desire’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power . Great quote: “The power within you which enables you to form a thought picture is the starting point of all there is. In its original state it is the undifferentiated formless substance of life. Your […]
We read the passage titled ‘Order of Visualization’ from our Genevieve Behrend book Your Invisible Power . She discusses the importance of order in our minds, and Chris was especially struck by the way she described the invention of the airplane as the triumph of principle over precedent. Love that. Don’t be held back by “the way things […]
Chris began this episode expressing Gratitude to a few of the teachers who have greatly influenced him throughout his life. Who was your most influential teacher in school or otherwise? (comment below) Then we began reading from our next featured book – Your Invisible Power by Genevieve Behrend! After briefly introducing the author and her teacher/disciple […]
We read the final passage titled ‘Pleasant Pastures of Peace’ from our James Allen book – Above Life’s Turmoil. The author talks about prejudice, purifying the heart and enlightening the mind. Chris also read an entry from 365 Tao titled Mysticism, which emphasizes the fact that all religions and spiritual practices are in pursuit of the […]
Wonderful interview with Alan LT, author of A Contemporary God: A Spiritual Path to Love, Peace and Power! We discussed: Alan’s Life-Changing Spiritual Experience A few examples if his healing abilities The gap between Religion and Spirituality How his book was “channeled” Guardian Angels and Spirit Guides Choice vs. karma and more! Thanks Alan! In his […]
Fascinating interview with Dr. Ani Kalayjian! (www.meaningfulworld.com) She is a Corresponding Secretary for the United Nations NGO Committee on Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns, as well as a Professor at Columbia University, Board Certified expert in Traumatic Stress, and author of Disaster and Mass Trauma: Global Perspectives in Post Disaster Mental Health Management and several other books. We […]
Today we welcomed Jennifer Urezzio, author of Soul Language: Consciously Connecting With Your Soul for Success. She is a master intuitive, teacher and speaker who has spent years helping people connect – to themselves, to each other, and to the Divine. She founded a new paradigm, Soul Language, which provides guidance for understanding our true […]
Chris began expressing Gratitude in a general way – to all the people, things and situations in his life. Then we read the passage titled ‘The Temple of Brotherhood’ from our James Allen book – Above Life’s Turmoil. The author gave us the 4 chief tendencies in the human mind which are destructive of Brotherhood: Pride […]
We read the passage titled ‘Contentment in Activity’ from our James Allen book – Above Life’s Turmoil. Then Chris commented on the true contentment vs. indifference. The author mentions that “…cheerful and ready action is the friend of contentment.” 😉 Then we welcomed our great friend Mystic Maria! She is a spiritual aspirant, member of […]
