Tag: awakening
Infinite Potential
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.31, 2009, under Consciousness and Spirituality, In Harmony with Mother Earth
By Amoraea Dreamseed & Kerrie Dancing Butterfly
We stand here now, with the freedom to explore the expansive territory of our infinite potential. As time unfolds, we are much closer to realizing that we are the Designers of the Map, that Time’s great spiral destiny is unraveling through humanity’s devotion to Illumination. It is becoming lucidly clear that illuminating the Self is ‘Prime Directive’ and interwoven with illuminating the Planet. Our personal evolution is not only inseparable, but absolutely critical, to the Earth’s awakening.
To cast no shadow is to become your own Light Source — radiant, emanating Ambassador of the Great Central Sun — no longer living off the light of others or hiding within the dark folds of the ego’s secret delusions and agendas. The Earth speaks her intelligent request: “Clear your fields, align your intent and raise your vibration, so that our work together is impeccable and sent forth for the highest good of us all.”
As we wake up to our soul’s inherent design as Earth Steward / Light keeper / Healer, some of us are left bewildered at how we can possibly live up to the potential of this insistent message we hear from within. The seed of our Ultimate Embodiment has just begun to sprout through the layers of soil that have been gestating us. At times, it feels a daunting task to climb the spiral ladder of consciousness, outgrow limiting patterns, egoic comforts, fears, and self-doubt, to become a Divine Human, and to do it quick enough to ’save the planet’ from the ‘deluge of darkness’. Breathe deep and exhale here. Rest assured, the seed of your soul has a perfect timing mechanism of awakening, as does every other soul, along with the planet and communal consciousness. We are all perfectly interweaving, attracting the right inner and outer experiences to spark the continuum of our healing and awakening. Strengthening, honoring, and blissfully surrendering to our unique inherent gifts is all that is needed. To succeed collectively, we must offer unconditional support for each other’s individual choices during this process.
For many of us, 2008 challenged the stability of our identity by unraveling our subconscious imprints and areas of our personality that are outdated for these accelerated times. We brought these to the surface by manifesting situations that would test the infrastructure of our being. We are in the dynamic recalibration that comes during times of crisis, and like a centrifuge, that which is not sound and integral to our Divine Axis must spin off. In 2009 this process continues, but also sees the blossoming of our infinite potential flowering open, as the sheaths of the bud yield to the explosive desires of our innermost being to receive the Light.
Amoraea Dreamseed is a visionary artist, sound healer and Light worker ~ for more on information visit www.synergenesiscode.com
Kerrie Dancing Butterfly is a Shamaness of Transformational Empowerment ~ for more information visit www.JourneysfortheSoul.com
Join both Kerrie and Amoraea at http://www.onespiritweekend.com in Sedona Oct 2-5, 2009
The Path of Yoga
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.28, 2009, under Consciousness and Spirituality, In Harmony with Mother Earth, Movement for Attunement

By Erika Faith
Yamas – Restraints (Written as Affirmations)
Yamas are about our actions toward people and things:
a) I am kind and loving to all living things, including myself. (Ahimsa – non-violence)
b) I am truthful in thought, word, and deed. (Satya – dedication to Truth)
c) I am self-reliant and have boundless energy to create wealth. (Asteya – non-stealing)
d) I honor my sexuality as a sacred part of me. (Brahmacharya – sexual consciousness)
e) I am free from attachments and expectations. (Aparigraha – non attachment)
Niyamas – Observances (Written as Affirmations)
Niyamas are about nurturing yourself:
a) I keep myself and my environment pure. (Shauca – purity)
b) I am content, accepting and learning from events in my life. (Santosha – contentment)
c) I live simply, free from unnecessary distractions. (Tapas – focused enthusiasm)
d) I study my Self with inquisition and non-judgement. (Svadhyaya – self inquiry)
e) I unite myself with God and God merges with me. (Ishvara-Pranidhana – oneness with Spirit)
Asana
“The spinal column must be held straight and the body firm, in a comfortable position for meditation.” Patanjali doesn’t happen to mention the thousands of other asanas we have been learning in Hatha Yoga Classes. Yoga, as you have probably assumed by now, is not just the asanas and physical movements we have focused on practicing here in the West. But, steady poses help us to concentrate, become ultra aware of our physical body and move us into a meditative state.
Pranayama
Pranayama means breath control. In yoga practice, this is our intimate relationship with our life force (prana). The breath carries vital energy through our system and gives every cell oxygen. Breathing exercises and breath focus have a great purpose in Hatha Yoga practice: It helps us pay close attention to our body and ourselves, it brings relaxation by creating mental serenity, it builds physical heat within the body allowing us to stretch deeply without injury, and it rejuvenates through the releasing of dormant energy. Without proper breathing, yoga postures are incomplete and benefits won’t be attained.
Pratyahara
Pratyahara means “withdrawal of the senses”. To relax deeply and have a clear head, we sometimes need to detach ourselves from the external world. This doesn’t mean that we completely lose contact with outer reality, we just don’t let ourselves be disturbed by it. It is the feeling of hearing a sound, but it being far enough from us that it doesn’t cause us to react. The practice of pratyahara can be done in relaxation poses such as Savasana (the corpse pose), in asana practice, and even in daily life situations. Pratyahara teaches us that we have the power to choose how we respond to the external world.
Dharana
Dharana is the act of focusing our attention on a single thing. The goal is to become aware of nothing but the object in which you are concentrating. This is often done by fixating on a divine form (such as a picture of a spiritual master). As we hold our mind within a center of spiritual consciousness, we are connecting to the Truth within us. Other focal points are: a candle’s flame, the nose (which is also cleansing for the eyes), the “third eye” chakra, a mantra, and the breath. The practice of Dharana trains the mind to eliminate any excess thought or junk from our consciousness.
Dhyana
Dhyana is the state of meditation. It is the state in which uncluttered mind and heightened awareness lead to complete stillness. The focus is clear and vast – awareness resting on the All in the moment – without preferences. Meditation can be achieved through practice of Dharana and Pratyahara, Pranayama, and even Asana.
Samadhi
Samadhi means “to merge”. It is the ultimate goal of yoga. It is defined as a state of super consciousness where one has achieved, for any amount of time, oneness with the universe. This integration, or union of the All, is wonderfully blissful and is believed to be the true expression of our Eternal Self.
May all beings be peaceful.
May all beings be happy.
May all beings be safe.
May all beings awaken to the light of their true nature.
May all beings be free.
Erika Faith is a movement facilitator at One Spirit Weekend. Her school, Cloud Nine Yoga, prides itself in being a community based, non dogmatic Yoga Education entity with a history of facilitating the awakening of many hearts and teaching freedom of the mind and body. For more information about Erika please visit http://www.cloudnineyoga.com/
How is the Experience of Abundance Determined?
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.26, 2009, under Consciousness and Spirituality, Leaders Forum, Success in Business
By Chutisa and Steven Bowman
Have you ever wondered why some people live in poverty and some in enormous wealth? Do you know why some people seem to generate money easily, while others seem destined for a life of financial lack? We have discovered that people’s ability to generate wealth has nothing to do with education, intelligence, work habits, luck, investment know-how, or choice of jobs. The secret is consciousness.
The experience of abundance and prosperity is determined by what goes on inside you far more than what goes on around you. True abundance has nothing to do with what you have. It has everything to do with whom you choose to be.
Are you aware that you attract money, wealth, people, events, and circumstances to your life, not by what you do or have, but by who you are? Are you aware that your consciousness determines whether you will struggle in frustration or live an extraordinary life of abundance and wealth?
You can know everything about investment schemes, financial strategies, real estate investment, and the top secrets of high finance. But if your awareness, or consciousness, concerning money is based on the scarcity paradigm, then you will never have the sense that you have enough money. Moreover, if somehow you are able to acquire a lot of money, you most likely will not appreciate it and, in all probability, will not be able to retain it! The good news is that you can choose to cultivate and expand your consciousness to create success and abundance. This is what we call prosperity consciousness.
Prosperity consciousness is not an extraordinary privilege or a special treat that is only bestowed to some people and not to others. It is a knowable and attainable state of beingness that is available to everyone, if they choose to claim, own, and acknowledge it. We have discovered, over decades of working in this area, that more than anything else, people are held back from being prosperous and successful by their viewpoints about money, prosperity, and abundance. It is not because they were born into a poor family or because they didn’t get a college education or because they were disadvantaged to begin with. The lack of prosperity in many people’s lives is due to the way they view money and resources. Their viewpoints about money impose severe limitations on the prosperity they can experience. With the points of view they have adopted, they create for themselves a scarcity paradigm.
Your consciousness always determines your condition and circumstance. It has a profound influence on how you see the world and on the way you live your life. If you are experiencing a limitation or difficulty in your life around anything such as relationship, health, wellbeing or money, there must be some kind of limitation and restriction in your conscious awareness.
Your consciousness sets up the foundation for the way you create your life. Your state of Being is the way you perceive and feel about yourself at any point in time. If you live from a place of Prosperity Consciousness and no judgment, you have freedom and you can receive the entirety of the world. You are in total connection with everything. All things are possible. That’s what this video is all about: claiming and owning the totality of Prosperity Consciousness and living it, instead of thinking about it as something outside of your control, or something you wish to be or something you would like to do in the future. You have it right NOW.
Chutisa and Steven Bowman are key facilitators at One Spirit Weekend. For more information about Chutisa and Steve visit http://www.the2bowmans.com
Yoga Is….
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.25, 2009, under Community Living, Consciousness and Spirituality, Movement for Attunement
By Erika Faith
Yoga is Creativity.
Creativity is a divine gift from God to humanity which anyone can access. Whether it is painting, ritual, music or movement we can all receive some type of benefit from creative expression. My on-going creative project is Yoga. How? Well…the simplest way for me to put it is: There are over 14,000 different postures (Asanas) and 50 different styles (Disciplines). A person can put together any routine for their own schedule or liking. Most styles involve some sort of relaxation. Whether a person is moving, breathing, or meditating, eventually there comes a time when the mind opens up and thoughts quiet down. This is where real insight and creativity happens. I don’t know HOW it happens. It just does. An exquisite mystery.
Yoga is Healing.
The ultimate goal of yoga is union with the All; it is to become completely aware of the Self or soul. The natural progression of practicing yoga leads one to: peace of mind and heart; power of will, love, and intellect; direct influence of the mind upon the body and the world outside the body; psychic abilities of various kinds; control of mind and better concentration; control of the emotions (removal of worry, pride, anger, fear, lust, and greed); bodily health, suppleness, beauty and longevity; and the prevention and removal of psychosomatic dangers and troubles. The Yoga Sutra’s Yamas (things to avoid) and Niyamas (things to do) are guidelines for living a life of integrity and truth. It is not necessary to obey these rules because these are just suggestions to live a happier, more fulfilled life. Yoga heals by allowing us to experience life in the continuous unfolding moment.
Yoga is Community.
Together, when people do yoga, something magical happens. There’s a wonderful feeling of togetherness, love, and camaraderie. This may manifest because each person starts to take responsibility for their life, beliefs, and experience. Yoga teaches that when the flow of the universe treats you kindly or harshly, you have control of your own attitude and outlook.The community of people studying and practicing yoga quickly becomes tight. I believe yoga brings people together in a magnetic sense; we want to share the bounty of its blessings with one another. A big group, focusing on transcending themselves, is a pretty incredible force of energy! As a teacher, I am excited to be able to share some of yoga’s power with my community.
Yoga is Committment.
Practice meditation (Dyana), breathing techniques (Pranayama), yoga postures (Asanas), and a deep relaxation (Savasana) at least three times a week. To really feel the essence of yoga, it is important to declare that yoga become part of your daily life. This is a committment that is only bound by your own will. Once you see the magic that yoga creates in your life, you will only want to continue with it.
May all beings be peaceful.
May all beings be happy.
May all beings be safe.
May all beings awaken to the light of their true nature.
May all beings be free.
~ Metta Prayer
Erika Faith is a movement facilitator at One Spirit Weekend. Her school, Cloud Nine Yoga, prides itself in being a community based, non dogmatic Yoga Education entity with a history of facilitating the awakening of many hearts and teaching freedom of the mind and body. For more information about Erika please visit http://www.cloudnineyoga.com/
YOU Are the Universe Dancing
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.24, 2009, under In Harmony with Mother Earth, Movement for Attunement

By Samantha Sweetwater
Creation Dances. The universe dances. When existence was born out of the great, undifferentiated field of the One, the dance was born. Since the beginning of time and the beginning of existence, being has been dancing with essence. Our souls are dancing the space where our spirit and our bodies meet.
The dance is the great unifier. Dance invites us into union with the masculine and feminine, seen and unseen, being and doing, spiritual and physical aspects of ourselves. Gently, fiercely moving us in the tides of our own bodies and emotions, it brings us right to the center of soul. To dance is to celebrate being human – being a spirit in the body living on this miraculous planet called Gaia.
Dancing Freedom is my spiritual practice. It is not a religion. It has no dogmas, no boundaries. It welcomes all bodies, all gestures, all gods. It invites diversity, and through embrace of the wild multiplicity of expression, teaches the truths of Unity. Dancing is spiritual because it is a way of joy. Joy means saying a divine yes to life – to the movement that IS life – all of IT – and, to our divine creatorship. When we move and just keep moving, we become one with all parts of ourselves and with the great cosmic dance.
I believe the dance can set us free. Freedom means that we are at home in our bodies and in our spirits. It means that we have fluidity between our inner connectivity and outer expressivity. When these two parts of ourselves are in dynamic flow, we live with soul. WE dance in the fire of love that is at the center of hearts. Freedom means embracing that fire – being ok with the full spectrum of our experience, at home in all of our stuff AND in our exaltation. I call this divine OK-ness. It is a place where there is no separation between the sacred and the mundane – a place where we KNOW that THIS is the true essence of sacredness. When we live here, we are free. Incredible magic happens. The world opens before us as a place of wonder, color, authenticity and beauty. Our instinctive, intuitive and worldly aspects reconnect. We stop going through the motions of life, and instead really feel the vibrancy and joy of existence pulsing through us.
No true freedom can emerge from resistance. What we resist persists. We are learning how to really love what is, how to embrace. The path of liberation asks us to surrender everything while we simultaneously hold the mother wisdom of creating safe space. What does this look like in the dance? It looks like working within a clear container of practice where we can really let go to explore. It means developing the clarity of our own sense of yes and no. It means exploring how our physical and emotional experiences are holographic reflections of all dimensions of our experience. Our skin is a sacred boundary. Our hearts have boundaries and borders that can be contained, entered, held, opened, surrendered, tuned. It is through naked dialogue with the bounded aspect of experience that we come to the blissful experience of boundlessness. It is through the existence of a contained self and a distinct other that we give and receive. When the flow is open in both directions, we can open to the infinity loop of creation. Now, we are one with the universe dancing. Now, we are Dancing Freedom.
Samantha Sweetwater, founder of Dancing Freedom, soul coach and priestess, empowers embodied leaders in seminars and trainings internationally. Learn more: http://www.dancingfreedom.com or http://samanthasweetwater.wordpress.com. Samantha is a movement facilitator at One Spirit Weekend.
What Is Consciousness?
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.21, 2009, under Consciousness and Spirituality
By Chutisa and Steven Bowman
Consciousness is the ability to be present in your life in every moment, without judgment of you or anyone else. It is the ability to receive everything, reject nothing, and create everything you desire in life – greater than what you currently have, and more than what you can imagine.
Consciousness is correlated to the intensity of one’s connection with oneself, with one’s acceptance of unlimited talents and abilities and the resulting expansion of one’s ability to be in communion with al things.
Being Conscious!
Being conscious is an experience of expanding our awareness beyond its present limits. It is a state of flexible awareness, with no fixed points of view. The basic function of each being is expanding and contracting. Expanded beings are lightness, infiniteness and indefinable; contracted beings are solid mass, density and limitation. A completely expanded being is what we call a conscious being.
When we are completely expanded, we have a feeling of total awareness, of being one with life; that place where we have a stillness, a sense of total peace and tranquility, in which we have no capacity to judge. Living in that reality means that we allow all of life to come to us with ease, joy and glory. Being conscious is the very process of expansion; it has nothing to do with new age concepts, the latest fads, or any “should” or “shouldn’t” beliefs.
Consciousness is our intrinsic faculty and inner resource; however, for most people it has been concealed and undeveloped. The majority of people are so disconnected from their own states of consciousness that they are not aware that it is possible to actually experience this state. For most people, everyday living is a struggle. However, we all have an inner urge toward living more naturally with ease, which is free of disharmony, trauma and drama. Yet within us also resides a strong attachment to anti-conscious habits from our past programming. This attachment to anti-conscious habits causes us to be quite disconnected from our own infinite possibilities. We have been impacted with so many external thoughts, beliefs, attitudes, energies, limitations and negativity that we are not able to perceive, know, believe and receive that we are that infinite possibility. We are not aware that it is possible to actually experience this state. Unconsciously, most people do not even realize that the state of pure consciousness is the true essence of their Beingness. A downbeat self depiction often obstructs the joyous exuberant expression and abundance of life that is the true essence of their Beingness (pure consciousness).
Ultimately, consciousness is a way of connecting what is happening at the present moment with the infinite possibilities. Conscious leaders constantly experience the abundance of life itself and the privilege of life itself because they are able to perceive, know, be and receive that wherever they are, just by the power of energy that is their true being, anything is possible. And this is a most glorious and magnificent place to be.
Excerpt from ‘Conscious Leadership – The Key to Unlocking Success’ by Chutisa and Steven Bowman who are key facilitators at One Spirit Weekend
Vernon Woolf At One Spirit Weekend October 2009
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.19, 2009, under Consciousness and Spirituality

By Morgan Langan
Puma and I had an amazing interview with Dr Vernon Woolf last week. His message for us was both inspirational and sobering. On the inspirational side, he told us that the timing of One Spirit Weekend is vital. We need leaders in their chosen field of expertise to step forward now more than ever. On the sobering side, he said that the time to take physical action is rapidly ticking down. Based upon all of the scientific data which he has available to him; the human race has as little as 2 years and perhaps as much as 25 years to change the WAY we are interacting with one another and this earth. I believe we are all sharing his sense of urgency. As a species we have been ignoring all of the warning signals so long that the world is literally on the brink of destruction. This is a pivotal point in our collective human consciousness.
Whether you believe personally you can make a difference to reverse this situation or you believe there is nothing you can do; you are right!
When I asked Dr. Woolf how to know what information is the right information, he said that the scientific information available regarding the physical status of our planet is undeniable. There are vested individuals who would rather we did not have all the facts. It is vital to carefully examine the source of any information you hear or read.
For 30 years Dr. Woolf has been teaching people how to utilize consciousness in order to “act responsibly” this is why we are so excited to have Dr. Woolf presenting our keynote address at One Spirit Weekend! He is at the forefront of changing physical reality. Not simply talking about it or theorizing about what could be done, he has been actively doing it! For 9 years Dr. Woolf worked with the Russian people as they transitioned from communism into a functional social and economic system. His program of Holodynamics was accepted and utilized by most levels of government as well as the scientific community. This comprehensive system of consciousness was integrated into many aspects of Russian life and lead to the largest privatization of land in the history of the world. This was accomplished without the need for war. Humbly, Dr Woolf says that during this entire time he never told anyone what to do. He simply taught the science of consciousness and people worked together to bring about the changes they wished to see.
What changes do you wish to see in our world? What is the legacy you wish to leave for future generations? Dr Woolf brings practical and demonstrable solutions to the problems which we are now facing. Based upon his success in Russia and his understanding of consciousness, he has designed “tracks” to direct your efforts in your particular area of leadership expertise. He will teach you the steps necessary to reach your full leadership potential so that together we may lead this world to a new WAY of being.
Please take the time to research Dr Woolf and www.Holodynamics.com then schedule your travel arrangements to join us in Sedona October 2- 5, 2009
Sincerely,
Morgan Langan
One Spirit Weekend Co-Founder
Noggin Bops ™
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.14, 2009, under Consciousness and Spirituality

By Morgan Langan
Puma and I are in the final stages of remodeling and furnishing an organic Retreat Center. Throughout this process I have been amazed every time I venture forth into businesses, which showcase products for the home. Last night we went into a Do-it yourself arts and crafts store. As we wandered through the isles I was absolutely appalled by all “the Crap” people were willing to spend their money on. My mind ventured into thoughts of what we could do with the money spent on manufacturing, shipping, marketing, storing and selling all this crap. I envisioned all the things, which could be made to improve the lives of others with this money. I looked into the shopping carts, which filtered by me in the cramped isle ways. Most were overflowing with so much stuff it looked like cleanup day after a windy Macy Parade. I couldn’t help shifting my eyes from the cart to see who would be actually putting out money for this stuff. It was shocking to observe how much judgment came up for me around how I perceived these people. Initially, I tried to intellectualize my process as being one of discernment. I was merely discerning that most of the people were overweight, barely above survival subsistence and English was not their first language. I had to admit that no matter what language I utilized, this “discernment” sounded a lot like judgment. In any regard, it allowed me to create separation between myself and my fellow human beings.
Just as I was judging myself negatively for these unenlightened judgments, a large bin, overflowing with stuff caught my attention. The title of the display was quite effective from a marketing perspective- “Cheep Plastic Stuff.” Seriously–that was the name, which was proudly displayed. I found myself being drawn closer to the display. As I peered into the bins, I was curiously attracted to these robotic like figures called “Noggin Bops ™.” From a kinesthetic engineering perspective, these figures were ingenious. I couldn’t resist trying it out to see how it worked. It was quite animated and would dance from side to side, wiggle its hips, rotate at the waist, swing his arms and of course, “Bop his Noggin” from side to side. Now the amazing thing for me (and I admit that I don’t get out of my house enough) was that all this motion originated from 2 twists of a wand on his back. What a tremendous return of energy for a two-second expenditure. He had a bright smile and a certain sweetness that made me smile. When I saw the price, I could not believe my eyes- $3.00. As I calculated what it would cost me to build something this incredible, I knew that this was truly a bargain for me. I had to have it!
Now Puma, who was present throughout this entire transition, found the situation quite amusing. She was witnessing her spiritually advanced mate, as he quickly justified the purchase of a Noggin Bop ™ to her immediately following his diatribe on his disbelief that people actually buy this Stuff.
A great lesson to learn early when on a spiritual path is to remain humble. Especially, as we venture together along this path of Self Realization; know that a little humility will go along way. When we encounter those moments in our lives when everyone around you just nods their heads, not quite sure how to react to you, just nod back and smile. Now that’s a Noggin Bop worth sharing all day long!
Morgan Langan, Co-founder
Functionality for a Master of Being Alive (MBA)
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.12, 2009, under Consciousness and Spirituality, Success in Business
By Morgan Langan
As we begin the transformation process, our beliefs need to shift so we can experience beneficial behavioral changes. With everything in chaos around us, we require a system that’s Functional, Adaptable, Sustainable, (now in Time); FAST. Everything we do must be Functional, Sustainable, Adaptable, and implemented NOW.
The FAST system is so simple even someone with an MBA can’t screw it up! Remember, the emphasis of a formal MBA training was to look for problems so you could then figure out a way to solve them. The focus of the FAST approach is to improve function, rather than solve problems. Keep that in mind as we move along.
The FAST system is unique in that it’s in continual flux. Nothing can ever remain the same and that’s the inherent beauty of it! The process of improving function is alive and ever evolving. But, don’t worry; the information and specific tools I give you will move you toward an increasing confidence in applying intuition in every situation.
A FAST Overview
FAST begins with Functionality; relating to the way something works or operates. Ask yourself, is it functional? Are my actions functional? Is my body healthy? Is my mind really supporting what it is I say I want to become
The A is Adaptability; to make (something) suitable for a new use or purpose. Ask yourself, is it adaptable? If yes, am I ready to shift any belief or behavior, which limits me in any way? If no, what do I need to do next to become more adaptable Adaptability is fully preparing in advance for the changes, which are inevitably coming our WAY!
The S is Sustainability; able to be maintained at a certain rate or level. Ask yourself, is it sustainable? Does it add as much life to all aspects of life, while taking away life from no aspect?
And the T is Time; the indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole. Ask yourself, what is my personal belief of time? What is my relationship to time? Is time my enemy? What beliefs can I shift to make time my ally? By using my intuition, what changes can I implement to cause positive, measurable and tangible physical results RIGHT Now
That’s FAST. Now let’s explore the first area of the system in greater depth:
Functionality
Relating to the way something works or operates is how we generally define functionality. When looked at from an individual perspective, functionality is unique to each one of us based on the structure of our individual lives. And as long as we are not violating the rights of others, that’s functionality.
If we each have our own version of function, we cannot hope to agree on what it is or how it looks. Personally, I may determine that one system is functional in my business because it allows the most freedom among my employees, but you may disagree entirely.
That we each define functionality for ourselves may make it difficult to understand, because we’re dealing with something involving a whole new paradigm shift. The exact languaging can be a challenge because we are actively creating a new language. At the same time we are experiencing the meaning of the language. Added to this complexity is knowing that this understanding doesn’t necessarily come from the thinking mind. It can be extra perplexing! But don’t get hung up on the details of how this all works.
Even under the best of circumstances, communication can be challenging. How can we expect that words any combination of 26 symbols-accurately and effectively communicate what we’re trying to convey from a place, which includes physical existence, yet is not limited by it? Especially when we are communicating fresh new concepts and principles that have never before existed?
It’s incredibly complex to try to comprehend with the mind alone. It is much more effective to go into the feeling aspect of yourself, in order to begin to really communicate, than it is to try to agree on a definition.
You must discover your own definition of what is functional for you, based upon how it feels; it is unique for each of us. You have to know how it feels for you to be in the full flow of function. This knowing is by its very nature experiential. It is not something that can be experienced via the understanding of others.
It has become exceptionally trendy to talk about the laws of attraction. Yet it appears there is really one primary law and it is you have to discover what functions best for your life and not be influenced by how others define function’ for you.
To go deeper into the study of these concepts, join Morgan Langan at www.OneSpiritWeekend.com or visit www.GraceGrove .com to join Morgan for an emersion journey
“Who Me? An Awakening Leader?”
by One Spirit Weekend on Aug.11, 2009, under Community Living, Consciousness and Spirituality, Success in Business

By Kerrie Dancing Butterfly
Yes you! Yes everyone! Everyone has the potential to be a leader. Especially now, all voices, all ideas, all perspectives, all talents, all skills, all resources and all hands are needed to dream and manifest new sustainable solutions into our collective reality. Each of us will be called to lead in different ways.
What does leadership look like today? We may be using an outdated view of what it is to be a leader. Many think that being a leader means to hold office, be a public speaker, a CEO, a best-selling author or be interviewed on CNN. However, as times change, so too must our interpretation evolve as to what it is to be a leader.
As a parent, business owner, teacher, politician, author, craftsman, musician or coach, being a leader starts first with your leadership character.
Here are some simple ways you can lead by being a shining example for others in your family or community to emulate.
* Be in integrity with your word
*Be brave enough to choose the road less traveled or even pave a new path for yourself and others
*Follow your true heart’s passion
*Choose compassion over judgment in all situations
*Accept and honor the value of diversity in our world
*Live in harmony with the environment as you lighten your impring by reducing, reusing and recycling
*Exhibit random acts of kindness when least expected and without expectation
*Speak your perspective passionately and compassionately
*Speak kind words to others
*Express bold new ideas and solutions to old problems instead of complaining about them ~ break out of your comfort zone
*Choose Faith over fear
*Help those less fortunate
*Live financially within your means
*Live a balanced life honoring your health, spirituality, family and profession
*Take ownership for your choices and your reality
*Be loving and authentic in your personal and family relationships
How can you lead in your profession?
*Exhibit exceptional ethics in your business dealings
*Be on time and follow through with your commitments
*Switch out blame and gossip in the workplace for clear, positive communication
*Bring innovative and creative solutions to the challenges of the business
*Seek to implement sustainable and environmentally-friendly approaches
Anyone in the community, in addition to parents, can exemplify leadership qualities for our youth.
*Model and teach your young ones how to respect others, exhibit moral values, honesty, sportsmanship, cooperation, tolerance, patience, accountability, exploration and compassion
*Give your youth stable environments, healthy structure and a strong foundation on which to establish their roots
*Give children a space to spread their individual wings and express their perspectives, feelings, creativity and passions
Leadership can be that simple and it starts with you and your own leadership character. With impeccable leadership, you can go into any arena and make monumental change happen fast. If it is your calling to write a book, address the school board, be a member of the US Congress, or chair a new organization, these simple suggestions will help you lead in any situation, with integrity, and with the respect and support of your peers. I invite you to look within and find your awakening leader; step up and make a difference today in your life, family and community.
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