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"My thoughts of joy and peace are fleeting. Usually I am thinking and thinking. Unable to stop and smell the flowers. Although I do work on feeling grateful. Do you…
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"My thoughts of joy and peace are fleeting. Usually I am thinking and thinking. Unable to stop and smell the flowers. Although I do work on feeling grateful. Do you…
"Okay all. I've been known at times as the "glass is half full person", but the theory of abundance isn't saving the Arctic, or the homeless, or the abused. I'm…
"I'm in my mid 50's and always keep my eyes out for someone to love but never find anyone. In my mid 20's I was engaged to a really great…
"I don't know how I am ever going to do my spiritual journey when I am so stuck in judging my physical appearance." ~ Cindy, Santa Fe, NM Dear Cindy, Our…
"I'm dealing with difficulty in my life right now that is affecting my health. I'm normally such a positive person. This situation is really taking its toll on me and…
"I have a chronic disease and want to be healthy. I have heard that my thoughts can control my life so I should be able to heal myself. How can…
"I was raised a Christian and have prayed for 50 years. Lately it seems that God isn't listening. How can I increase the connection to make my life work better?"…
"From the time I was a child, I've lived my life in fear. What if I lose my job? What if I can't pay the rent? What if I never…
"I can sense that my connection to my Higher Self is not fully open. Can you offer any insight as to what is causing this partial blockage and how to…
"I would love to receive some guidance around getting more into vibrational alignment with what it is I want. I know what I want, but I feel there are so…
"I have been reading the Power of Now and rereading A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. So much of what he says resonates with me. I have been trying to…
"When there is something that bothers me, is it necessary for me to make the effort to 'clean up' my vibration and energy around that particular topic, or is it…
"I want to make a difference in the world, but I don't know how." ~ Kristin, Des Moines, IA Dear Kristin, You already are the difference in the world. Literally,…
"I have an auto-immune disease and I'm always sick. I feel so poorly most days that it's hard to think positively. How can I possibly use my thoughts to heal myself,…
"I lost both parents within a year, very unexpectedly. I still pick up the phone to call them and feel such an ache inside. How do I fill this void?"…
"I know that I create my own reality with my thoughts, but sometimes when I'm sad I can't seem to change my thoughts - even when I want to. How…
"I struggle with meditation, my mind is always going. How can I get to that place where I have no thoughts?" ~ Martin, Tulsa, OK Forget about stopping your…
"Sometimes I feel as if I'm being torn with all of my responsibilities. Between my job and family responsibilities, I have no time for "fun". Some days I'm so overwhelmed…
"I used to think I was a great parent, before my 3 kids became teenagers. There are days when I don't know who these kids are, and I'm embarrassed to admit…
"I have a friend that always seems to be lucky. Things line up for her all the time. Anything she needs seems to show up in her life exactly when…
"I have been having a difficult time lately with staying positive. It seems as if there is so much going on that it's difficult to try and stay positive. I used…
"I feel like I'm being pulled in 10 directions at the same time, every day. How can I find the time to keep everyone happy, including me?" ~ Denise, St. Albans,…
"I feel like most of the people I know are struggling to find their purpose in life. What do you think is our collective 'soul's mission' in our world right…
"I have a dream to move to the West Coast. Every time I try to follow my dream, I hear that little voice in the back of my head telling…
"Sometimes I feel so excited about the things I've got going on in my life, but then, that all goes away, and I just can't manage to get into any…
"Sometimes I feel like I'm carrying the pain of the world in my heart. How can people be so mean to one another and what can I do to lighten…
"I need to learn time management, for I always seem to be running late and out of time. How can I bring peace into my world?" ~ Alden, Ashland, AL…
"I find the world to be filled with sadness, and sometimes, I honestly don't want to be here. I've tried anti-depressants but I don't like the side effects. I'd like…
"How can I stay present in the now when the world keeps pulling me into one drama after the next?" ~ Krishna, Amherst, MA First off, know that you cannot get…
"I think it's truly a tragedy that the majority of people (myself included) never fulfill their potential and live the life they truly want. What is the #1 cause of…
"I want to be closer to God. I've tried prayer and meditation, but I'm not hearing the answers I thought I'd hear. What have you found that works in creating…
"Recently I lost my wife to cancer. It's been a month and I still cry myself to sleep every night. I don't know how to get over this loss and…
"My kids are driving me crazy. How can I get them to do what I want them to do, when I need them to do it?" Your kids are seeking…
"I'm disappointed by the lack of honesty in the world today. Recently I've had one promise after another broken by various individuals. Does anyone value honesty any more?" ~ Stephen, San…
"I want to improve the relationship with my wife, but I don't know where to start. We're best friends, but I want the spark back that we had 20 years…
"What can I do to value myself in those times when I don't feel like I am valuable and/or valued?" ~ Quinn, Baltimore, MD First, remember to be kind to…
"I want so much out of life, but I procrastinate. How can I overcome procrastination?" ~ Jonas, Ipswich, UK Dear Jonas, Eradicate procrastination, before it destroys you. You get more…
"Do you have any suggestions of tangible steps that I can take to help me fit everything on my "to do" list into my day? I feel like I need…
"I lost my job and decided to start a business, only to learn how difficult it can be. How can I make my business a success?" ~ John, Campbell, CA…
"I know we all have 24 hours each day, yet I'm always rushed and feel like I'm behind the 8 ball. How can I get ahead and actually create time…
"I'm sick and tired of my kids' mouthing off at me. How can I control my kids’ backtalk?" ~ Michael, Nashville, TN Backtalk is certainly something you don’t want to…
"I've heard that meditation and exercise will make my life work more smoothly, but I never find the time for this. How can I make this a priority?" First get…
"My wife died a few months ago after a long illness. She was suffering a lot, so I'm glad she's out of the pain, but I still miss her SO…
"I have been overwhelmed by FEAR of almost everything my whole life. I have been diagnosed with GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder). but it all boils down to fear. I am…
"I really need to quit my job but have a family to support. The biggest obstacle is money and time. Can you please provide any tips on courage and taking…
"I've read a lot about living in the present moment, but yet I find myself in the past or the future most of the time, trapped in drama. How does…
"Is it possible for women to have it all? I want a career and quality time with my family and kids, but I am worn out and exhausted." ~ Christine,…
"I have reached a high level of spiritualism in the past 3 years. I find it difficult to interact with family and friends. They don't seem to understand me. Their…
"How can I shed negative, debilitating memories of a job loss many years ago? These memories and thoughts affect me today." ~ Craig, Johannesburg, South Africa Dear Craig: Thank you…
"I have a question I'd really like to know your thoughts on. I have a friend named Daniel. We recently had a falling out. I was tired of him holding…