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Elsie P
Posted 9 years ago

Hi everyone,
My name is Elsie and I have been on a spiritual growth journey for a couple of years now. Only a few months ago I finally picked up Gary Zukav’s book ‘Soul Stories’ which was donated to me. It sat next to my bedside for over 6 months! A couple of weeks ago I finally decided to read it and I couldn’t put it down. Then I found that in my book shelf (also a donated book) that I have the book the Seat of the Soul. I read that one too with 24 hours. It resonated so much with me that I think I was nodding my head in agreement the whole way through. I’ve watched every Youtube clip and then decided to give this a go. So that is a bit of background to how I got here. In saying this, the most bit that resonated with me is that I have been seeking spiritual partnerships with everyone I meet (although I didn’t have a name for it until I read Gary’s books) but during the past year or so I have been craving real heart connections with others whomever they may be. I am no longer satisfied with superficial existence but I am truly eager for a full meaningful life in all aspects of living whether it is work, home, friendships, family etc. And I truly look forward to connecting with some people here. Love, Elsie.
Joanne
Posted 9 years ago

Hi Elsie,
Welcome to the community board. I read The Seat of The Soul about 20 years ago. When I read it I felt like I had come home. I have since re read it along with all his other books. I continue to practice daily creating authentic power. How are you creating authentic power in your life.
Love Joanne
Elsie P
Posted 9 years ago

Hi joanne,
Thank you for your reply. It is only recently that I came across authentic power and what it really means. But for a couple years ive been trying to take responsibility for all my experiences ratger than blame others. Also, to be truthful with self and others. I tuly feel like I am doing that whoke heartedly. Recently I started reading heart of the soul and learning about where to feel my emotions in my body and what they mean. I am finding a little difficult but im sure with time and practice I will become easier :). How about you? How are you going with creating authentic power?

Joanne
Posted 9 years ago

Hi Elsie,

For me it is a daily practice. Today I looked at the Authentic Power Guidlines and chose to concentrate on the compassion section of the guidelines. I felt the support of the universe when I chose this guideline to look at. Are you familiar whit the guidelines?
This morning I was feeling distance from my partner She was quiet I felt I did something wrong. As I set my intention to focus on the compassion guideline I felt a shift in my energy. Rather than judge (why is she quite, what did I do ) I chose to change my perspective from fear to love. I chose to be present with her to get out of my thoughts to feel my body. Challenging that fp of my personality was hard but so beautiful.
Love Joanne

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Elsie P
Posted 9 years ago

Hi Joanne, yes I am familiar with the guidelines but only new to it so I haven’t practised it properly yet. Choosing compassion with your partner is great and it takes strength to do I think. Also, sitting with the pain or discomfort in the body.. This I’m trying to getused but I can’t say it’s coming easy, first feeling where it is and then sitting with it.. I’d like to master that. Which I think you were doing when you chose compassion rather than asking your partner what’s wrong. Baby steps I guess :). How long does the discomfort last? Aren’t you just eager to know what’s bothering her? I don’t have a partner as such but I have a lot of family members that are sometimes difficult to deal with. Also I’ve got 2 kids and occasionally I lose my temper when there’s sibling rivalry.. But my awareness comes later! Then I ask myself how could I have handled that better, more calmly. It’s a little overwhelming as I’m so used to reacting! Also, the other day I found that when I’m talking with someone and they’re talking to me about an issue I start feeling agitated and start judging and giving advice that’s coming from fear. I think it’s a great thing that at least, in reflection, I’m noticing now what I’m doing. Then telling myself I am responsible for how I feel regardless of the subject or interaction. It’s a step forward just got to keep practising it. Keen to know how choosing compassion worked out for you and whether you’ve got tips that are worthy of passing on ESP. That you have been familiar with Gary’s teachings for 20 years.
I look forward to your reply.

Love
Elsie

Luz Gonzalez
Posted 9 years ago

Hi Elsie,
Nice to meet you and be a part of this group with you. I have been watching Gary and Linda’s teachings now for so many years and was lucky enough to join in the Journey to the Soul and Master Class Immersion in January 2015. After reading Heart of the Soul, I had a hard time “feeling” where the pain or discomfort was at all times. I simply felt that I was fine, and only during emotional moments would I be able to recognize where I could feel where the discomfort was and describe it. I took the opportunity to ask Gary about that during one of the Life School Calls. His answer changed the way I saw (and felt) things. “I said I sometimes don’t feel anything.” I think I was trying to say I was ok! Since I didn’t feel anything, I was good. He replied to me that “Energy is always flowing, I am just not aware of it.” That was a big eye opener for me. That made me realize that if I concentrate on my body, I CAN feel the discomfort in some place in my body. I realized that most of the time, there is a tightness in my chest, or throat or stomach and when I noticed that, I noticed my thoughts. I could see/feel that I put some kind of distance between myself and others in some way. I noticed that when I put the attention back on myself but this time with LOVE or COMPASSION, the feeling in my chest or throat or stomach, would disintegrate or open up. It was quite interesting for me to realize that Energy is Always Flowing. I’m still learning awareness of my emotions and the connection with my thoughts. I am very grateful to have spiritual partners through this community to help support me.
Love,
Luz
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