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No Shortage of Joy – Find it Today!
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I first met Julie in the 80′s when she was asking some tough questions about “why” life was as it was.
One day she appeared at a workshop, prepared to do what it took to find answers to her whys: why she was born a dwarf. Why none of the supplements she took to help her degenerative arthritis helped, why life and people could be so cruel.
Today, Julie has found her answers, and shares them with us! Her condition isn’t the curse she thought. Instead it has allowed her to become a magician! As a young girl she considered herself a freak, unworthy of a rich, full life. There were desperate times of humiliation, medical studies, naked photos for medical texts, crippling arthritis that stopped her work as an artist, and multiple operations, including two brain surgeries. I know, becuase I was there for some of those surgeries, and I watched her face dark times. Even then, she had a sparkle in her eye, an infectious laugh, and changed my life in ways she couldn’t imagine…
Some people are born to shine their light on the world Julie Genovese is one of them.
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Dr. Wayne Dyer says, “Nothing Short of Joy is a masterpiece that will take you out of your comfort zone and into a magical world of joy. I love this book. I love this woman. Read it and reap.”
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“Julie Genovese’s story is eloquent and moving proof that our spirits are always intact and always whole — regardless of how things appear physically. Hers is a fascinating and thoroughly readable story of courage and triumph!” ~Dr. Christiane Northrup
“Julie Genovese is an inspiration and a teacher for those who want to heal what can’t be cured. So pain, hate and fear lead us to faith, hope and love.” ~Dr. Bernie Siegel
“Nothing Short of Joy offers a magnificent lesson in activating human potential. Julie Genovese proves that we are far more than a body, and the heart is the greatest healer. I want everyone who seeks to grow beyond their conditions to read this book and put Julie’s masterful principles into action. Here is a rare and penetrating road map to spiritual freedom.” ~Alan Cohen
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Let’s all Say YES to JOY!
Are you Alive?
Posted by: | CommentsDo you wake up on Monday mornings with dread? Is it another day of the same old same old…
Here’s a challenge to help you bridge the gap to brilliance:
“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs.
Ask yourself what makes you come alive and then do that.
Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.”
Harold Thurman (1899-1981), American author, theologian, philosopher, educator, civil rights leader
It’s never too late to come alive to your joy. Make the time to ask and answer that question and watch the magic unfold.
Ego, Illusion & You
Posted by: | CommentsI read a great blog post at Sizzle in the Middle called Spiritual Obsessive Disorder. The author, Tracy Pattin, highlighted a recent spiritual seeker’s event. One of the topics was about our ego and the illusions it perpetrates. I agree. It does.
With regard to relationships, the speaker commented, “We must not NEED anyone. We must WANT them.” I can see where she was coming from. When we are needy, or co-dependent, we “need someone” to fill our own unmet needs. That’s cool. So far so good.
Here’s where the EGO part gets tricky. The ego is the one that wants.
We long for what we want. We work for what we want. We pray for what we want. And the whole time we are hood-winked by our beloved ego.
The ego is a want machine. Everyone has a want machine, just waiting to take charge. Most unquestioned lives operate so that the ego’s needs may be served. It wants to be safe. It wants approval. It wants control. The ego is not capable of deep silence, introspection, nor unconditional love. It is not who you are. Our ego loves to dress up, pretend, and play games. It’s favorite game is taking us out of the present moment.
Our ego separates us from the core of our being, the one that “breathes us.” We ARE already unconditionally loved, accepted, and safe. That something is in control of our breath. Without that need fulfilled, we die. Our ego judges, compares, and needs to be important. The ego is important, but not the most important aspect of life. It is an operating system. It’s not a bad thing, it’s a human thing.
Pay attention to who is in charge during the day. Is it your head or heart? It’s that simple. When you pray, allow the deep core to take charge. We are all one, we are all connected. Prayer offered without an agenda is the only prayer that serves the highest good. Our ego pretends to know. It does not.
Tame your ego, and turn your prayer to one of gratitude not want. Find that still small voice within that knows what you need. Fill your cup with clarity. Choose wisely who you follow. Get beyond the ego to the truth within you. It alone can get you where your heart wants to take you.
Don’t believe what I say. It’s simple, not always easy to look within for your answers. The rewards are great, and you will be well on your way to a heart filled life, free from spiritual obsessive disorder.
Would love your comments.
Spirituality & the Business of Life
Posted by: | CommentsDo what you love and the Spirit will follow! In today’s world there is a growing trend toward applying spiritual principles in everyday life. That includes not only your personal life, but your business life as well.
Millions of individuals are no longer willing to compromise their ethics for their paycheck. Large portions of corporate Americans are leaving, either by choice or lay off. Many are choosing to simplify their lifestyle, oftentimes choosing to follow a dream and become entrepreneurs. Greed and corruption have broken the backs of many corporations.
There is a countering ground swell of people who practice applied spirituality. They care, take appropriate action, and actively work to make this world a better place. They have always been there. Now, however, the are becoming more visible.
What is practical spirituality? I refer to spiritual as that which expresses the highest part of our nature, and religion as a container through which we express this nature. Spirituality can be expressed apart from religion, although religion is not really separate from spirituality.
Practical spirituality is the application of spiritual principles to life. Love, faith, integrity, trust, gratitude, acceptance, cooperation, curiosity, joy, service, and creativity represent facets in the fabric of spiritual expression. When these attributes are applied in the business world they foster good will, loyalty, and a host of other benefits to employees and customers alike.
In the four years between 1994 and 1998, the Gallup organization found that the number of people who said they needed spiritual growth jumped from 56 to 82 percent. Today, workshops and books integrating spirituality and business are common.
Fifteen years ago, the separation between spiritual practice and business was distinct. Boundary crossing was an illicit journey. As a national karate champion, I had the luxury of sharing my spiritual perspectives with the language of the martial arts. The paradox is that the martial arts are spiritual arts.
Commitment to something you love will eventually blossom into the language of spirituality. To love life is to live fully. To live fully requires discipline, or discipleship towards something. Martial arts, a business, a loved hobby, service to others, caring for those you love, and commitment to a cause are all aspects of a spiritual life in action.
Retired Americans are looking for second or third careers. While some do so out of necessity, others express a heartfelt desire to make a difference in the world – spirituality in action.
Young people have embraced social entrepreneurship and social media as avenues to create change. It’s not uncommon for entrepreneurs to donate 10% of their income to charities of their choice. Young and old alike are actively reaching out to build bridges of opportunity for those they have chosen to serve. The gifts they bring gives me hope that, “The best is yet to come.”
If you would like more information about integrating practical spirituality in the business world, register now in the box below for a complimentary tele-seminar on June 18th, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. PST. The call will be hosted byTom Martin of Martin Media. Learn how to build your bottom line while lifting your Spirit.
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