Welcome Friends

It is weird to have an invitation only blog. However it is kind of a blessing in disguise. I started doing this out of a desire to share my life with people, so this way I am able to be more intimate. I want to be able to describe events of my life in a manner that is beneficial to those of you who choose to read this and to myself. Everyone I have sent an invitation to, I trust immensely. Therefore if there is anyone who you would want to read any of this, get me their e-mail address and I will invite them to. I rather enjoy the opportunity to spread love, joy, and positivity in as organic a manner as possible anyway. So as you read different posts know that it was written with love and enthusiasm. Let's all enjoy our lives and live by one of my favorite quotes ever: "Do what you love and fuck the rest!" (Quote from Little Miss Sunshine.)

My Article in Life Learning

I wanted to post a link to an article that was published in Life Learning magazine this month. The link is to a PDF of the May/June edition of the magazine. The article is on page 30. The tone is centered on parenting, but even if you're not a parent the message is cool. The title is "Learning Through Effective Communication." I also included the picture I used which I love. Hope you enjoy! 

Who Is This Person?

Allowing fear to run our life is like demonic possession. I mean real deal, no bullshit, pea-vomit spewing demonic possession. Any time I have ever allowed myself to become consumed by my fear I seriously do not recognize who I am. The past few weeks have been quite strange to say the least. From dealing with people holding on to sour grapes to friends having to face real tragedy, I am now in a position to put my life in true perspective. To remember what is really important to me is a priority that cannot be diminished. 

A few weeks ago some people from my past resurfaced. Whether this reappearance was due to their becoming aware of my new book or simply that they felt galvanized with a deeper level of hatred and resentment, they resurfaced none the less. They began an attack that primarily centered on harassing e- mails to my employees and employees of similar programs around the country. Pure terrorism. This same situation happened years ago and many of us got really scared, having never dealt with anything like this before. In fact many people became angry and wanted to know how we were going to deal with these people. It has been a great feeling to be connected to the love and support that we all have for each other. 

Last night I turned to Wendy and asked, "Do you think that we are making a bigger deal out of this than what it really is?" She said yes. I knew underneath all of my bullshit fear that only I can choose to buy the wolf tickets these harbingers of terror are trying to sell. I have known all along that these people have zero power. I know that the work that I, and everyone I am associated with, do is unbelievably important and good. We have committed our lives to providing love and genuine healing to people. We have chosen to follow the lead of a man and woman whose love has created an opportunity for us to build wonderful lives for ourselves that are beyond our comprehension. There is nothing of which to be ashamed. There is nothing to fear. There is no one to answer to other than those whose lives rely on our ability to stay out of ourselves and give selflessly. 

I am proud of what I do. I apologize to no one. I am always willing to change, to grow, and to learn. I sure as shit will not allow a few old, resentful, and sad people force me to change anything. My life is mine and I choose to live it riding the comforting waves of love. I commit myself to sharing my spirit with anyone with whom I come in contact. Finally, I assure anyone who happens to read this that I will never allow the power of negativity to stop me from doing what I love. God, however you choose to define it, is everything or nothing. With this awareness we shall always live with the knowledge that we are in the right place at the right time for the right reasons. Although I lose sight of this at times, I always come back. I love all of you and may your bountiful blessings continue always.

Beautiful Lessons

My life has been filled with many different kinds of lessons. Some have been difficult to comprehend, some I have just made difficult. What I love is that these lessons can come from such diverse sources. I am a firm believer in the fact that the human experience is one that is ever-teaching and my responsibility to me is to pay attention. I don't always like what is in front of me. I don't always understand why certain situations spring up the way that they do. I sometimes react very poorly to people or circumstances that create discomfort within me. One extremely valuable lesson that I have learned is how incredibly important it is to be aware of those with whom I am surrounded. We sometimes need the motivation that comes from seeing those we love continue to move forward and enjoy their lives despite circumstances that are painful. Our greatest teachers are our children. They deal with more adversity than any adult could possibly bear. They are not yet equipped with the emotional tools needed to transcend fear, hurt, or disappointment, yet they do. In a time when we see adults succumb to depression, anxiety, drugs, alcohol, and a number of other fear related disorders, children continue to deal with life exactly how we as adults should. They take a step back, get things back in perspective, and PLAY. Have a wonderful day and by all means enjoy yourself and do something FUN!!!!

Oops

I was changing some settings last night and accidentally deleted my blog! I apologize for this and promise to go much slower in the future as to not repeat the same mistake. I will be posting later, there is some fun stuff to write about. Check back with me!