Spiritual Healing Blog

Mind Body Soul-Spiritual Healing-Spiritual Thoughts

Mon, 14 May 2012 20:48:36 GMT

Find out what important mind, body, soul ideas are currently in the news. Decide which mind,body,spirit ideas you can use in your own life.

Are you facing fear? Try a little spiritual healing . . .

Wed, 09 May 2012 17:30:02 GMT

If you have ever felt deep fear, you know that it can grip your mind and body so intensely that you don’t know if you can take another breath.

With all of the challenges that are happening in the world right now, it is very easy to fall prey to the victimizing power of fear. I know it is easy to do because I have done it more times than I like to think about.

The real reason that you feel fear is because you believe, on some level, that you are separate from Spirit. If you knew that Spirit is the reality of who you are, you (and I) would not feel fear. I know this is easier to say then it is to do.

The following article talks about dealing with fear. I especially like the part where a little girl tells us that ‘... you are safe in God’s pocket.’ What a comforting idea to think about.
Getting Rid of Fear

Any time you feel that fear has control over you, remember who you really are – a spiritual being who has access to the entire power of the Universe.

It also helps to remember ‘... you are safe in God’s pocket.’

Blessings –

Rev. Della

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Gratitude Prayer - Cosmic Law of Attraction – Attitude of Gratitude

Sat, 05 May 2012 19:02:12 GMT

Find out how saying a daily gratitude prayer can be the key for you to attract abundance and blessings into your life.

How to Have Hope and Faith When What You Want Takes Time to Show Up

Fri, 04 May 2012 15:16:16 GMT

I don’t know about you, but when I set an intention and it doesn’t show up in my life quickly, my hope and faith gets shaky and I begin to doubt that it will ever show up at all.

I know it is a very bad idea to start worrying about whether I am going to get what I want. If I worry too much, then the Universal Law of Attraction is going to act on my fear, and it will create a barrier to my good.

So when I feel that my hope and faith is really wavering, I turn to inspirational quotes to help me continue to be positive. One of favorite quotes is the following one from Catherine Ponder in her book, The Millionaire from Nazareth.

”The longer your good is in coming, the greater it will be when it comes, so hold on.”

Reading (and rereading) this quote helps me feel much better. It lets me realize that even though I am not seeing what I want at this moment, it doesn’t mean that it isn’t ever going to come. It will come at the right time. And not only will it come, but the longer it takes, the better it will be when it finally shows up.

Think about something that you really want but, for some reason, it doesn’t seem like you will ever get it. You can feel pretty down about it. Now think of this same situation, but this time, remember Catherine Ponder’s quote. Doesn’t it perk up your spirits?

A useful thing to do while you are waiting for your intention to manifest is to get ready for it. Work on whatever changes you might need to make. Create any plans which may be required.

A spiritual teacher told a student who was waiting for a man to show up in her life to clean out her closets and drawers so she would have some space for her new man to put his clothes!

So if the good you have asked for isn’t here yet, get ready for it. According to Catherine, it will show up, and when it does, it will be much more than you ever expected.

For other ideas about how to keep your faith up, click here.

Blessings –

Rev. Della

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Words of Spiritual Encouragement -Spiritual Growth and Healing

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:37:42 GMT

Discover how spiritual healing and words of spiritual encouragement can help you live the life that you LOVE!

Stay Positive with Uplifting Quotes

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:18:21 GMT

I have been going through some pretty rough times lately, and I suspect there’s a chance that you might be having some personal challenges too. So here’s a quote that you might want to think about frequently. I certainly know that I will keep it in mind.

“Every adversity, every failure and every heartache carries with it the seed of an equivalent or a greater benefit.”
Napoleon Hill, Think and Grow Rich

If you want to read some other uplifting quotes, click here.

Blessings –

Rev. Della

Can Spirituality Make You Healthier?

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:23:08 GMT

More and more research is proving how strong the connection is between your physical body, your emotional mindset, and your spiritual essence. If you or a loved one gets sick, focusing on a holistic approach to healing can provide great benefits. Read more about

Spirituality and Your Health

To find out more about more about the mind, body, spirit connection,
click here.

Blessings

Rev. Della

Quotes About God – God Quotes – Inspirational Sayings

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:40:20 GMT

Focus on quotes about God as one of your important spiritual enlightenment practices. They will motivate you to be more positive and optimistic about what is possible for your life.

What Are You Dreaming About?

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:08:59 GMT

These words of wisdom written by James Allen in his book As A Man Thinketh, are just as applicable today as they were almost 100 years ago.

“Dream lofty dreams, and as you dream, so shall you become. Your Vision is the promise of what you shall one day be; your Ideal is the prophecy of what you shall at last unveil. The greatest achievement was at first and for a time a dream. The oak sleeps in the acorn; the bird waits in the egg; and in the highest vision of the soul a waking angel stirs. Dreams are the seedlings of realities. Your circumstances may be uncongenial, but they shall not long remain so if you but perceive an Ideal and strive to reach it. You cannot travel within and stand still without.”

So don’t be afraid to dream big dreams. Your big dreams can one day become your reality. Happy dreaming! Rev. Della

How to Develop The Art of Positive Thinking

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:05:23 GMT

For some people positive thinking comes naturally. For others, it can be a big struggle to get their thoughts into a positive mode.

I fall somewhere in between.

I am not a naturally positive thinker, but I have learned to get my brain to think more positively (at least most of the time).

Here are two tips that have helped me become a more positive thinker. I hope they can help you too.

Ask What’s Good About the Situation – Let’s say you are in a terrible mood because you are in a difficult situation. It might be very hard for you to think about it positively. So ask yourself, “What’s good about it?” You would probably answer, “Nothing.” But keep on asking. Try asking yourself, “I know I don’t think there is anything that is good about this, but if I could think of something, what would it be?”

Your brain is a very interesting organ. When you ask it a question, it will continue to search until it gets an answer. So if you continue to ask, “What’s good about this?” eventually your brain will come up with a positive idea.

Remember Past Difficult Times – I know this might seem counter-intuitive -- why would you want to think of past difficult times, when you are in one now? Why would you want to increase your level of misery?

But what I’m suggesting is for you to focus on past difficulties that you have gotten through and, in hindsight, you discovered they were a blessing. This can help you change your perspective on what you are going through now. Your current situation might feel awful, but you will get through it, and you will discover that it actually helped you in some way. This can make it easier for you to make it through and get to the other side.

So these are two easy (okay, maybe not so easy) ideas for you to use to help you develop the art of positive thinking.

Try them. You certainly won’t feel any worse. And you might feel a whole lot better.

For some other ideas about thinking positively, check out:

Positive Self Talk

Blessings –

Rev. Della

Hope and Faith - Overcoming Adversity - Faith, Hope and Love

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 16:26:47 GMT

Discover how flexing your hope and faith muscles can be the most important thing you can do when you are overcoming adversity.

Where is Your Imagination Taking You?

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:58:37 GMT

I just came across a passage from one of my favorite books, “Abundance is Your Right” by Arthur G. Thomas.

”Despite all the circumstances and appearances, you can create anything that you can imagine.”

I am going to offer you a challenge. I hope you are willing to take it on. For the next week, every time you are confronted with a negative circumstance, I want you to read this statement and really think about what it is saying. If you are facing a circumstance that you don’t like, what would you like to experience instead? Create a detailed picture in your mind of the situation that you want to manifest. Don’t get too caught up in the ‘how am I am going to make it happen’ mindset. Just imagine what you want, believing that it is already true. The power of your imagination is one of the greatest gifts you have been given. It can accomplish things that you never thought were possible. I’ll bet that most of the time you probably haven’t used it for a deliberate outcome. Now you have the opportunity to do just that. So are you willing to take the challenge? You have nothing to lose and you have the chance to gain a great deal. Contact me at revdella@practical-spiritual-healing-guide.com with your successes. I’m very interested to see what you have been able to accomplish. Have fun! Rev. Della

Inspirational Songs – Positive Words - Inspirational Thoughts

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 22:09:52 GMT

Do you listen to inspirational songs on a regular basis? Find out how they can be a priceless gift on your journey of spiritual awakening.

Is Yoga Really Mind Body Medicine in Action?

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:29:44 GMT

I’m sure you know that yoga can be a great way to stretch, strengthen, and relax your body. It can also be a terrific way for you to learn how to quiet your mind. But have you ever thought about how far the healing power of yoga can reach?

A new organization, called Connected Warriors, is teaching veterans who have been through the traumas of war to heal their broken minds and bodies through the practice of yoga. It is a very inspiring story and you can read about it here.

Discovering Physical and Mental Therapy Through Yoga

While your life situation most likely can’t be compared to the experiences of combat veterans, you too, can gain tremendous benefits from practicing yoga on a regular basis.

Yoga really is the best mind body medicine around.

Blessings –

Rev. Della

Are you Experiencing Peaks and Valleys?

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 18:14:16 GMT

Have you ever had the experience where you had such clarity about spiritual Truth one minute, and then the next minute, you felt totally confused? I have. I have been involved in spiritual growth for more than 25 years. I have been a minister for the past 6 years. There are times when I am absolutely sure of spiritual principle. I can teach it, I can demonstrate it, and I can feel it in every fiber of my being. And then there are times (especially when I am faced with a major challenge), it’s as if I’ve never even picked up a spiritual book or taken a class. All of my wisdom and knowledge has disappeared.

If this has happened to you, don’t worry. You aren’t going crazy. This is a normal part of the journey of spiritual growth and enlightenment.

”Life is all hills and valleys. . . I have known the mountaintop feeling to be followed the next day by feeling lower than hell itself. Do not be concerned about it because it has nothing to do with you. . .So if you find yourself in a depressed period, rejoice in that, because it is a preparation for the mountaintop experience.”
Joel Goldsmith, Invisible Supply

The first time I read these words, I wanted to jump for joy. If someone as enlightened as Joel Goldsmith could move from absolutely knowing the Truth to slipping into the depths of despair, I knew there was hope for me. What you want to understand is that spiritual awakening is not a straight forward process. You move upward, then you slide back down. You pick yourself up and move up a little more. Then you take a few steps backward. But each time you end up a little further ahead than where you had been before. It’s all part of the process. So if you are experiencing peaks and valleys in your spiritual growth, don’t worry too much about it. You are in the company of great spiritual teachers like Joel Goldsmith. As long as you continue moving forward, you will be probably be okay. Here’s to your continued growth. Rev. Della

How Are You Practicing Spiritual Well-Being?

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:43:29 GMT

I was surprised to learn that March is Spiritual Wellness month. Imagine – an entire month devoted to the topic of spiritual wellness. It must really be important to an individual’s sense of well-being if ‘the forces that be’ decided that the topic was worthy of focusing on for an entire month. Actually, focusing on your spiritual nature is very important to your ability to live a joyous and successful life. Here is an article which gives you some ideas about how to incorporate spiritual wellness into your life – not just during the month of March, but every day.

Developing Spiritual Wellness is The Key to Living a Life of Joy

Blessings - Rev. Della

Improving Your Self-Confidence – Positive Self Talk – Thinking Positive

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 23:29:40 GMT

Improving your self-confidence can affect your life in so many positive ways. Discover simple things you can do to raise your level of achievement and motivation and have a better quality of life.

Self Fulfilling Prophecy - Negative Self Talk or Positive Self Talk?

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:40:31 GMT

Find out how having the right self fulfilling prophecy can make a major difference in your experience of life.

Is Now the Right Time for You to Do Some Spiritual Fasting?

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:06:06 GMT

This is the season of Lent, when many Catholics throughout the world, engage in the practice of spiritual fasting by giving up something they enjoy. When I was a young practicing Catholic, I would often give up soda, candy or some other treat that I really liked.

I am inviting you to do some spiritual fasting, but I am not talking about giving up something that you like. I am also not talking about something that ends in 40 days (the season of Lent). What I am talking about is engaging in spiritual fasting which will make your life better in so many ways.

The spiritual fasting that I am talking about is letting go of some areas of negativity in your life. Giving these up might be quite challenging for you, but if you find yourself moving back into old patterns, you can just start working with them again.

Worrying - When you worry that something negative might happen, you are actually helping to draw that negative situation into your experience. I’m sure you’ve heard of the Universal Law of Attraction -- what you think about, you bring about.

Complaining – When you complain about people or situations, you are harboring a great deal of negative emotion. These strong negative feelings will cause these people or situations to stick to you like glue. Things will never improve unless your feelings become more positive, or at least, neutral.

Self-Criticism – When you criticize yourself, you not only feel rotten, but you also feel self-defeated. This will stop you from trying to do new things (why bother?) and it will also make it much more difficult for you to do things you already do.

Talking Negatively About Others – It is so easy to fall into the trap of talking negatively about others, especially if you are around people who do it on a regular basis. But when you do this, you are immersing yourself in negative energy. Negative energy not only drains you, but it also has a tendency to attract undesirable situations into your life.

So this is a list of some areas where you can begin to engage in spiritual fasting. It certainly isn’t a complete list of areas that you might want to change, but it is a start. You can work with all of them, or some of them. If you have some other areas that you want to focus on, feel free to add them to the list.

Practicing the principle of spiritual fasting can go a long way towards allowing more positive things into your life.

Blessings –

Rev. Della

Conquer your afternoon stress related eating

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:29:28 GMT

Stress, stress, and even more stress. As it continues to build during your work day, you practically race to the vending machine in order to get some relief. You put your money in and out pops your treat. You bite into and let out a sigh –- heaven. Your stress has receded and now you are ready to face the rest of your day.

However, the short-term pleasure that you might get from eating a candy bar or a package of cookies, is going to create even more stress for you over the long-term.

Read about some simple ideas that can help you rein in your afternoon stress related cravings.

Avoid the Afternoon Stress Eating Binge

Try some of these tips. They really work. You’ll feel better and your body and clothes will thank you for it.

Blessings –

Rev. Della

Tips on Setting Goals – Writing Goals – Guided Imagery Meditation

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:50:00 GMT

Discover how these neat tips on setting goals and goal planning can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible.

Prosperity Affirmations to Help You Change Your Thinking

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:12:12 GMT

Daily affirmations can help you change negative thinking to more positive thinking. They can also help you enlarge your thoughts about the good that is available for you. Here are some of my favorite prosperity affirmations which can help you open up to greater abundance in your life.

“I deserve to be prosperous.”

“The abundance of the Universe is unlimited. I accept my share now.”

“I know that as I release money with love, even more comes back to me.”

“I follow the guidance of Divine Wisdom as to the perfect way to use money.”

“I am debt free.”

“I have more than enough money to do everything I desire to do, with an abundance left over.”

“I easily pay all of my bills in full and on time.”

“As I accept greater abundance into my life, I become a model of possibility to others.”

“I thoroughly enjoy my abundance.”

“I am grateful for my good.”

Saying these prosperity affirmations once or twice will probably not affect your thinking very much. However, as you work with them on a regular basis, you might begin to notice that your thoughts about prosperity become more positive. And as you have more positive thoughts about prosperity, you may see more of it showing up in your life. To learn more about how to use affirmations, check out – Daily Affirmations Blessings – Rev. Della

Who Controls Your Experience According to Abraham Hicks?

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:13:10 GMT

I recently taught an abundance course and we used some Abraham Hicks material in the class. Several students were concerned that the challenging economic times that we are going through could impact their experience of prosperity. One of the passages in Ask and It Shall Be Given by Esther and Jerry Hicks, addresses this concern.
”. . .once you learn about the Law of Attraction, and once you are aware of the way your thoughts feel, you will never again feel fear about unwanted things jumping into your experience. You will understand that nothing can jump into your experience without your invitation.”
If you look at what is going on in the world and it causes you to feel fear and angst, you are actually inviting limitation into your life. However, if you look at the world and you begin to feel fear, you can intentionally choose to feel another more positive emotion instead. Instead of fear, you can choose to feel that peace flows through every aspect of your life. Or you can choose to feel harmony exists in everything you do. Or you can choose to feel any other positive feeling. The bottom line is that you have control over what emotions you choose to feel. If you don’t like what you are feeling at the moment, begin to accept a more empowering feeling. It might not be easy to do, but you can do it. If you are feeling any positive emotion, you don’t need to worry about any negativity that exists in the world. Your positive feelings will be standing guard at the door of your experience and they will not let the negativity in. When you experience positive emotions, you are inviting more good into your life. Your thoughts/emotions = your experiences. This is a Universal equation and it affects everyone equally. Choose empowering thoughts and feelings, and you will be surprised and delighted by how many wonderful things appear in your life. Blessings – Rev. Della

Can Yoga Help Prevent a Heart Attack?

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:17:45 GMT

I’m sure that you, like most people, would probably like to reduce the level of stress in your life. Uncontrolled stress can make your life totally miserable. It can also have a devastating impact on your health.

Stress which is not managed well can lead to hypertension, obesity, insomnia, a compromised immune system, pain --- and worst of all – it can lead to a heart attack!

February is National Heart Health Month. It is a wonderful time to make your heart health a priority. And reducing the level of stress in your life is a great first step in accomplishing this.

This article talks about how yoga has been shown to reduce stress and how it can also help your heart.

Celebrate Heart Health With Yoga

I have been practicing yoga for years. It helps me release stress, it increases my muscle strength and flexibility, and it also helps me focus (especially when I am doing standing poses and I don’t want to fall down). Check out some of the benefits that you can enjoy if you practice yoga.

Yoga Benefits

Namaste.

Rev. Della

Can Spirituality Make You Healthier and Happier?

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:38:42 GMT

Yes, there is a connection between spirituality, your health, happiness and overall well-being. The scientific community is beginning to realize that there is a very strong association between your spirituality and how it affects many aspects of your life.

Check out this article about the current research which is proving the connection.

New Research: Spirituality Affects Your Overall Health

So if you want to live a healthy life, be sure to exercise, eat well, get enough sleep and relaxation, and engage in spiritual practices too.

Blessings

Rev. Della

Take the High Road to Happiness

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:43 GMT

These inspirational ideas from Dr. Ernest Holmes are over 60 years old. Yet they are just as applicable today as they were back then.

“Permanent happiness comes only from an inner sense of certainty which cannot be shaken. The mind must reach a place where it no longer remembers the past with anxiety, or looks into the future with uncertainty. If you believe in God, if you believe in your own soul, then no matter what situation confronts you, you can be happy.” Ernest Holmes
As heard on “This Thing Called Life” Sunday, April 23,1950

Refer to these words often, especially when you are going through difficult times. It will help you remember that the cause of your experiences does not come from the outside, but from the inside.

Blessings

Rev. Della

SMART goals – Tips on Setting Goals - Setting SMART Goals

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:14:45 GMT

Discover how using a SMART goals worksheet can help you transform your dreams into your reality. If you are willing to work with it, then it can work for you.

Can stress be killing off your brain cells?

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:57:26 GMT

I’m sure you know that stress can have a very negative impact on your physical, emotional, and spiritual health. It can also cause problems with your relationships and productivity, in addition to a host of other difficulties.

But I’ll bet you never guessed that overwhelming stress can actually cause your brain to shrink.

It sounds crazy, but it’s true. Read about the new research which was conducted in this area:

Shrinking Brain Cells

Since you know how critical it is to get your stress under control, you might want to be proactive and do just that. Check out the
Stress Relief Kit and see if it can help you become calmer and more relaxed.

Peace –

Rev. Della

Do You Have a Backbone or a Wishbone?

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:15:33 GMT

“We all need more backbone and less wishbone. There is something which waits only our recognition to spring forth into being, bringing with it all the Power in the universe.”

Ernest Holmes, Creative Mind and Success

If you want something, hoping and wishing that it will happen is not going to get you very far. You must KNOW that when you claim your good, the entire Universe supports you in receiving it.

You need backbone to keep KNOWING this long enough for your good to come to you.

Blessings

Rev. Della

Is Spirituality Coming to an Office Near You?

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 17:58:22 GMT

Have you ever been concerned about bringing any sense of spirituality into your workplace? Do you believe that your employer feels that you should keep your business and spiritual lives totally separate?

Many research studies confirm that a majority of people believe in God, regardless of what their individual religious tradition is (or isn’t). But this aspect of an individual’s life has been squashed or hidden in many workplace settings.

Well, the times they are a changing.

It seems that some corporations around the world are beginning to wake up to the fact that they can’t separate your work life from your spirituality side. And these organizations are trying to find ways to bring these two aspects of your being together so they can get the most out of you as an employee.

Here is an article which addresses this emerging new idea.

Merging Spirituality and Corporate Goals

It is very exciting to see this new shift in organizational management. Who knows? It might be showing up at your office door before you know it.

In case you don’t want to wait, here is a recent article I wrote about how to incorporate spirituality into your workplace.

Workplace Spirituality

Enjoy!

Rev. Della

Healing Quotes – Positive Sayings – Quotes of Wisdom

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:11:23 GMT

Discover how healing quotes can help you achieve greater health, abundance and prosperity, peace, and overall well-being.

Who will you become in 2012?

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:37:06 GMT

At the end of each year at our spiritual center, we have a Burning Bowl ceremony and we write a Letter to Ourselves. It is a way for each of us to release those things that we don’t wish to carry into the new year. It is also a way for each of us to choose what we want to experience in the upcoming year.

You don’t need to be part of a spiritual community in order to perform this ritual. You can do it yourself. Here’s how.

Burning Bowl

Write down everything you don’t want to be part of your life in 2012. The list can be as long as you like. Include anything you can think of which is limiting you in some way.

Then you release the list. If you are doing this at home, I would suggest that instead of actually burning your paper, you tear it into tiny pieces. Another thing you can do is to shred it. This action is a very definite indication to your subconscious mind that you are no longer going to allow these things to be part of your life.

Letter to Yourself

With this activity, you write down, all of the things that you wish to experience in the new year. The format you would use is "I, (insert your name), am now the consciousness of . . ." and then you write down your list.

You could say that you are the consciousness of having financial prosperity, wonderful relationships, experiencing health and wellness, among other things.

Then you put the paper into an envelope, seal it, and say a healing prayer over it each day. At the end of 2012, open it and see what you have demonstrated. You might not have all of it, but you will probably have some of it.

We usually end the ceremony with a New Year’s Day Prayer. Here is one you can use for yourself.

My New Year’s Prayer

There is only one Life. This Life is God. This Life is good. This life is my life now. God is unlimited abundance, joy, peace, prosperity, wholeness, love, power, and good. God is the Truth of my being. Since God’s limitless blessings are available for me, I new accept that I am receiving more good in my life than ever before. I now experience success in all my endeavors, I experience peace and harmony in my relationships, I have more abundance and prosperity flowing into my life from known and unexpected sources. My life is now filled with more joy and good than I could possibly have imagined. Limitless blessings flow into my life easily, effortlessly, and harmoniously. My life is very good indeed. I am grateful for this good. I know that it is already done. And so it is.

Blessings,

Rev. Della

Spirituality and Health – The Mind Body Connection

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 23:21:31 GMT

What effect does the relationship between spirituality and health have on your life? It might be greater than you think. Find out what you can do to improve both.

Spiritual Wellness – Mindfulness Exercises, Daily Affirmation

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:59:10 GMT

Discover how focusing on spiritual wellness practices such as mindfulness exercises, positive affirmations, and healing prayers can improve your life in every way.

Uplifting Quotes – Inspirational Sayings – Wisdom Quotes

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 20:18:34 GMT

Uplifting quotes and other inspirational sayings are powerful tools to help lift up your spirit and keep your attitude positive. Read these and let your spirit soar!

The Jolly Holidays Might Not Be So Jolly

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 18:06:49 GMT

This is the holiday season for many people. You can hear joyous holiday songs, see commercials where people receive wonderful gifts, and watch movies where everything seems to be perfect. There is a very high expectation that this is ‘the most wonderful time of the year.’ But for many people, this season is anything but happy. It can be a time filled with stress, loneliness, frustration, and friction between family members. As a child, I dreaded this holiday season. I knew there would be disappointment, conflict, and an overall feeling of ‘I can’t wait for it to be over.’ (I am still not particularly thrilled with this season, but I have learned to muddle my way through it.) If you are one of those people for whom the holidays are not wonderful, I have some ideas that might make it a little easier for you to get through them.

If you are feeling sad because you are unable to be with loved ones, try Skyping so you can see them. If that isn’t possible, then call so you can hear their voices. If neither one of these options is available to you, then look at some pictures of happy times when you were together with them.
Lower your expectations. Don’t expect yourself to feel happy and delighted with the holidays. You can consider them just one of the many days in your life.
If you are going to be with family and you know there will be conflict, get yourself into the right mindset before you are actually with them. Say a prayer for peace of mind for yourself. Then when your family acts the way they do, it might not bother you so much.
If you are going to be alone for the holidays, do something special for yourself. Get a great novel and enjoy reading it. Rent a movie that you’ve wanted to see and make it special by having some yummy (and at least somewhat healthy) snacks to eat while you watch it.
Since the true purpose of this holiday season is spiritual, spend some time in spiritual refection.
Realize that before you know it, it will be over, and you can go back to your regular life.

If the holidays are the time of the year that you always look forward to, then I hope you enjoy them completely. If the holidays are a time of the year that can cause you to feel down, then try some of these tips. Hopefully, they will make this season a little more pleasant for you. Many Blessings –

Rev. Della

The Law of Cause and Effect – It Never Takes a Vacation

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 22:13:55 GMT

The Law of Cause and Effect (also known as the Law of Karma), is one of the major Universal Laws. While you might be somewhat familiar with this law, you might not realize a very important aspect of it. It never takes a vacation. What do I mean by that? What I mean is that the Law of Cause and Effect is always paying attention to what you do -- 24/7. I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, What goes around, comes around. This summarizes the Law in a nutshell. Whatever you give out to others is what you will some day receive. It might not necessarily come back to you from that same person, but it will definitely come back to you from someone. Let me give you a specific example. Today, I went to a store to buy a Christmas gift for a friend. I gave the cashier money and he gave me my change. I began to put the money in my wallet but something did not feel right. So I checked the receipt and the change I had received. I realized that the cashier had given me a dollar more than he should have. Some people might say that I should have just kept the money. However, not only does this go against my personal morals, it will also activate the Law of Cause and Effect in a way that I don’t want to experience. If I kept the extra money which I knew did not belong to me, I would be taking something that wasn’t mine. I wouldn’t have experienced any negative repercussions from the cashier or the store --- however –- I most certainly would have experienced some type of negative situation as a result of my action. Remember, the Law is always paying attention. If I take something that doesn’t belong to me, then the law will make sure that someone takes something that does belong to me. There is no getting around this. Eventually, what you give is what you get. So if you ever get into a situation where you are not sure what the right thing is for you to do, ask yourself – “Do I want this to come back to me some day?” If the answer is, “No,” then don’t do it. You’ll be very happy with the result. Blessings,

Rev. Della

Economic Recession - Bad Economy - Hope and Faith

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:25:37 GMT

Has the economic recession got you down? These ideas might help you get back on the path of success, abundance and prosperity.

Stress Reducers: How to Keep the Holidays From Driving You Crazy!

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:29:43 GMT

With all of the hustle and bustle that comes with the holiday season, it is very easy to get stressed to the max. You do not want to allow yourself to become so stressed that you cannot enjoy this special season. Here are some simple stress management tips that can help you keep your mind at peace as you prepare for the holidays.

Create a Budget - It is very easy to spend more than you intend. There are so many great sales, there is always one more thing you can add to your list, there is always one more person to buy for. STOP! Create a budget of what you want to spend during the holidays and then stick to it. One of the greatest stressors after the holidays is to realize that you have incurred a lot of unplanned debt. Know what you want to spend and stick to it.
Pace Yourself - It is very easy to get into a frenzy with all of the things that you need to get done. Try not to do too much at any one time and pace yourself. Go to stores when they are less likely to be crowded. Wrap a few gifts at a time instead of waiting until the last minute to get it all done. Prepare some meals ahead of time and put them the freezer to be used later. If you pace yourself, it will be much easier to do what you need to do without feeling totally frazzled.
Be Selective - You might have many invitations to participate in various holiday activities. Just because you are invited to something, it does not mean that you are required to attend. Only attend those activities that are really important to you.
Do not go Overboard - You do not need to go overboard with decorations or food. Choose a few decorations that you really like and put them in your home. If you want to try some new recipes, choose one or two of them, and then make dishes that you are comfortable with and you know will taste great.
Make Time to be With Family and Friends - Spend time with people you really care about. It does not have to be something fancy. A quiet get together can really make the holidays special for you.
Take Time for Spiritual Practices - When you are going through such a frenzied time as the holidays, it is very important that you continue with your spiritual practices. You probably need them now more than ever. Spend time in meditation, prayer, and reading inspirational works. They will help you feel a sense of peace.

The real purpose of the holiday season is to reconnect with your spiritual nature and to express and receive love. Remember this as you do all that you need to do. I wish you a very peaceful holiday season.

Rev. Della

Prayers of Thanksgiving

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 17:47:21 GMT

*** 2nd ANNUAL Thanksgiving Prayer Message ***

(Feel free to share this with your family and friends.)

Many people say Thanksgiving Day prayers. This often takes the form of a blessing over the meal they are about to enjoy. Some people, when they are seated at the table, say a thanksgiving prayer during which they share the things they appreciate and are grateful for.

I think thanksgiving prayers are a wonderful spiritual practice. And they should not just be offered once a year on Thanksgiving Day. Very often people run around in their lives, focused on doing their daily and weekly activities. They get so caught up in what they are doing, or they need to do and aren’t doing, that they never take the time to just ‘BE.’ They don’t take the time to get quiet and just reflect over their lives. Many of them never say a prayer of thanksgiving and gratitude for all of the blessings they enjoy and might be taking for granted.

Gratitude is a very important spiritual practice. It redirects your mind from what you may not have (but want), to what you already have (but may not pay as much attention to). It helps you focus on the good that you already have. Not only does having an attitude of gratitude help you feel better about your life, it also helps you attract more blessings into your life. Whatever you focus on, you get more of.

Gratitude is a practice that you should do every day of the year – not just on one special day. The following is one of my favorite Thanksgiving Day prayers. You can use it on ‘Turkey Day’ or any other day.

There is only one life and that is the life of God. God is infinite goodness, perfect love, and never ending prosperity. God has provided an endless bounty of good for each and every one of Its creations. God has provided an infinite bounty of good for me. I now accept that it is God’s desire that I enjoy the blessings that have already been set aside for me. I am grateful for the good that I currently experience in my life and I am willing to accept even more. I recognize that by accepting my good, I can never limit the good that is also available for everyone else. Therefore, I receive my good with an open and grateful heart. I am grateful for the goodness of God. I am grateful for the blessings that God has provided for me. And I am grateful for even more blessings that are now on their way to me. It is done. It is so. And so it is.

Have a blessed Thanksgiving.

Rev. Della

Words of Affirmation

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:29:17 GMT

Many people have a tendency to think negative thoughts –- if not all of the time, at least some of the time. The big problem with this is that negative thoughts, especially those that are held on a long-term basis, have a strong possibility of creating negative results in your life.

One of the best ways to counter the onslaught of negative thinking is to use positive words of affirmation. They can help train your brain to overcome negative thought patterns. This will probably not happen overnight, but when you consistently use powerful affirmations, it becomes easier to think more positively overall.

Regular positive thinking can result in more positive results in your life.

You can use what I call ‘general positive words of affirmation’ (“I deserve to experience good things in life”) or specific ones (“I am now in a wonderful job.”).

I would like to offer you some general affirmations which I think can have a major impact on your life.

”I am a beloved and treasured child of the Divine.
”Who I am becoming is more important than what I am doing right now.”
”I deserve and accept lavish abundance flowing into my life.”
”The Universe supports me fully in accomplishing all of my goals.”
”I am respected, valued, and appreciated for my unique creative gifts.”
”I have the ability to co-create my experiences.”
”I am successful in everything that is important to me.”
”I am not a victim to any condition or circumstance. I am in charge of my life.”
”I am a valuable part of life and I am willing to accept infinite blessings.”
”I am loving and I am surrounded with positive and supportive people.”

You can say each of these affirmations every day, or you can choose to work with one of them at a time. Just make sure that you really feel the words that you are saying.

If you want to get more information about using a daily affirmation, check this out.

Blessings –

Rev. Della

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Manifesting Process – Subconscious Mind Power - Manifesting Intentions

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 01:46:25 GMT

How can you use the manifesting process to make your dreams come true? When you understand these simple guidelines, you might find that your dreams aren’t a fantasy. They are your reality.

Work Related Stress Management Tips

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:18:30 GMT

With the economy the way it is now, most workers are experiencing more stress than ever before. Whether employees are working longer hours, getting less sleep, doing two or three jobs instead of one, finding it difficult to balance home life responsibilities with work, one thing is certain – many workers are stressed to the max!

I have been conducting stress management training workshops for organizations for many years. I have personally seen what stress can do to employees.

Recently, I was facilitating a two-part stress management program for a manufacturing organization. Joe, one of the participants, wanted desperately to gain control of his stress before it impacted his health. During the first class, Joe was constantly being called out of the class in order to handle problems at the plant. He was looking forward to learning stress management tips that he could use – and he was especially waiting for the guided relaxation section of the program.

Joe never got to learn those stress reducers and he also missed the relaxation activity. When I returned to the organization to complete the program, I found out that Joe had suffered a heart attack in between classes. Thank God he was going to be fine. However, this is a perfect example of what uncontrolled workplace stress can do to you – it can wreak havoc on your health.

Since your job related stress is not likely to get better any time soon, you need to incorporate some simple ideas into your daily routine so you can get hold of stress before it takes control of you!

Here are two articles which describe simple ways to help you reduce your stress:

Vitamin B Reduces Work Stress - Even though this study was conducted in Australia, it would likely show similar results in other countries too.

Walking to Work Can Reduce Stress - Although walking to work might not be an option for you, taking a walk during lunch or a break can do wonders for your stress level.

One of the biggest excuses that I hear from people in my stress management classes is that they don’t have time to deal with their stress. I will tell you the same thing I tell them -- You don’t have time not to!

Try these simple ideas. They aren’t difficult and they won’t take much time away from all of your work related responsibilities. And who knows? You might end up feeling better and getting more work done at the same time. Now what can be better than that?

Blessings,

Rev. Della

Goal Setting Strategies – They’re A Marathon, Not a Sprint

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:14:38 GMT

Goal Setting Strategies – They’re A Marathon, Not a Sprint 11/4/11 Yesterday in New York City was Marathon Sunday. More than 40,000 people had various goals for the marathon. Some had a goal of just completing the marathon, others wanted to finish it within a certain time frame, some people wanted to achieve their personal best, and a few people had a goal of actually winning the marathon. Regardless of the goal that each runner had set, they all spent moths and months preparing to run the marathon. They consistently worked on achieving their goal. When you set a goal, you might feel frustrated because it seems like you are never going to achieve it. This is especially true if it’s a big goal which requires that you take a lot of action before you reach success. Accomplishing a big goal is more like a marathon than a sprint. With a sprint, you engage in a quick burst of activity, you give it all you’ve got, and then you’re done. However, goals are more like marathons. You need to:

have a plan of action
consistently work your plan
continually motivate yourself even when you feel like quitting
focus on the end result
keep moving forward until you reach your goal.

Completing a marathon is not very easy and most people would never even attempt it. (I’m a runner but there is no way that I would even consider running in a marathon.) Setting and achieving goals is also not easy and most people won’t attempt that either. What about you? Are you willing to set goals and do whatever it takes, for as long as it takes, to achieve them? If you are willing to do this, you can have a life that is filled with a sense of success, joy, and accomplishment. As a spiritual being, you were meant to achieve your goals – big ones and small ones. And you are not working on them by yourself. The entire Universe is supporting you on your journey. I encourage you to say yes to ‘running’ in your personal goal marathon. You might ‘hit the wall’ like many marathon runners do, but you can get through it until you get to the finish line. Go for your goal. You’ll be glad you did. For some additional ideas about goal setting, check out:

Goal Setting Worksheet: The Key to Effective Goal Setting

Blessings,

Rev. Della

More Yoga Benefits

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:10:42 GMT

As some of you may know, I have been a fan of yoga for many years. Why do I love yoga? It helps calm me down. But another major benefit for me is that yoga helps me deal with chronic back pain.

I have been experiencing chronic back pain for more than 8 years. I practice yoga so I can maintain flexibility in my back, which gets incredibly stiff and painful if I don’t exercise. My favorite yoga asana or posture to loosen my back is Cat Cow.

I thought I was pretty smart to use yoga to help my aching back, but it seems that medical science had a similar idea. They just completed a study which showed that yoga can help with back pain. Find out more about it at:

Major Study Shows Yoga Helps Back Pain

Even though I love yoga, I also enjoy other forms of fitness. One of the best exercises to help me clear my head and to reduce my stress is running. However, running can take a huge toll on your body, especially as you get older. I always do several yoga postures after my runs to help lengthen the muscles in my legs and to take pressure off my back.

Yoga can be a great way for you to minimize your chance of getting an injury after you engage in any vigorous exercise. Read abut how yoga can help you enjoy your sport without risking damage to your body.

How Yoga Can Help Your Body After Running

If you already practice yoga and you really enjoy it, why not let others know what yoga does for you? Share you thoughts with the world. Go to:

Why I Love Yoga

Blessings –

Rev. Della

How to Overcome Depression

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:19:28 GMT

Lately, some of my close friends have been struggling with feelings of depression. They have been having trouble seeing the positive things in life and their moods have been low. To tell you the truth, I have been experiencing some of the same symptoms myself. Whether you or someone you know is experiencing clinical depression or is just dealing with an extended bout with ‘the blues,’ it feels awful to be in this place. You don’t have to stay there. There are some things you can do to feel better. Check out these ideas about how to help pick yourself up when you are feeling down.

Self Help for Depression

Blessings –
Rev. Della

Inspirational Sayings

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 17:09:46 GMT

“Don’t dream your life. Live your dream.”

Do you frequently dream about a life that you really want, yet your current life looks totally different? Do you believe that your dream can never become a reality? There’s a funny thing about dreams. When you start to think about them as a possibility instead of a fantasy, your mind begins to think about ways to turn your dreams into goals. Goals become action steps. And consistent action towards goals can become a reality. Your dreams are a whisper from the Universe, urging you forward into some greater area of good. This good is awaiting your acceptance. Be open to guidance from the Universe as to how to turn your dream into a reality. Then your dream and your life will be one and the same. Blessings –

Rev. Della

Definition of Success – Setting and Achieving Goals- True Meaning of Success

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 20:52:42 GMT

You can achieve your personal definition of success by using effective goal setting. Find out how to balance your goals, so you can realize the true meaning of success.

Benefit of Yoga

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 20:26:00 GMT

If you ever thought yoga was just for stretching and that it couldn’t help you with your weight loss goals, you might want to think again. Check out this article.

Yoga for Weight Loss

There are a number of different styles of yoga. Yoga can help you with your weight and fitness goals, but it can also provide you with many more benefits.

Find out about the positive things yoga can do for you . Go to --

Yoga Benefits

Enjoy!

Rev. Della

Losing my boyfriend

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 19:15:54 GMT

Franky Alexander Herandez wasn't only my boyfriend, he was like my best friend. Since the year 2005, he was my everything, He was always there for me and