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Finding God On The Train - Notes On Enlightenment
On The Train Somewhere Between Fredericksburg, VA and Washington, DC
New Thought Commuter Using Affirrnative Prayer and Meditation to Connect with God on the Train.
Interests: New Thought Spirituality, Meditation, Metaphysics, Positive Thinking, Eastern Religions, Affirmative Prayer, Healing, and Vegan Diet.
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Often we must open our hearts and minds to a greater will, a more potent destiny, to let go of all that is safe and catch the wind - supported only by our faith, our hope, our trust in the divine grace that has carried us this far so securely. Continue reading
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What gives us the will to recover from the tragedies and suffering of life that can appear without warning, waking us from the peace of life into a living nightmare? Yet, when hope is no where apparent, we crawl from the rubble, dry our tears, stand erect, and pr0ceed on with living. This is the true miracle of life. Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain AN INSPIRED NOTION Today let us be strengthened and propelled by an inspired notion – that we are complete, whole, and powerful – capable of great things and worthy actions, always ready to reach within and grasp our true potential. With this inspired notion firmly set in our consciousness, let us proceed with confidence, assured we are more than prepared to push onward with clear intentions, grounded and solid in our enthusiasm, our commitment. Let this... Continue reading
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In the note below we are reminded that despite what our ego based thinking may be often telling us, collective win-win approaches are not only spiritually valid, but provide the logic for our joint thriving on an individual, team, organization, community, and global level. Continue reading
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Often, I feel that the pursuit of happiness in at the core of our unhappiness. I tend to agree with the Buddhists who believe that all we need to do is list what needs to occur to in our lives to ensure our happiness, and we will have an excellent list of what is making us unhappy. Continue reading
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Today's note provides us with this phrase, "living in place," which reminds me of the exercise where we run without moving. In this case we live fully, right where we are, without moving, in the lives we now inhabit. Who knows, maybe as the note conveys, this is where our real treasure actually exists. Continue reading
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For all of us who face a crossroads choice - possibly career, relationship, health, family, spiritual - or have been circling a needed significant choice for too long and putting it off - perhaps the note below will provide some guidance and assist in this process. Continue reading
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Open your heart and mind to all who seek assistance, being ready for this sincere mission, to be the hands and feet of justice, fairness, and tolerance knowing no greater gift exits than the act of reaching out in kindness to those who need you. Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain FEED YOUR HEAD It is 1969, I am seated on a large wooden box painted blue, all of 17 years old, only steps from the stage of Philadelphia's hottest rock music venue, the Electric Factory, watching Grace Slick, lead singer of the Jefferson Airplane, hypnotize us all with her model beauty and the lyrics of White Rabbit, (offered below with a download of the song for those who need a refresher,) mystically telling us what the... Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain The best advice that I received from my Mother growing up was when I was overcome by anxiety about a presentation, social gathering, or interview, she would just smile lovingly and say, "just be yourself." There was no preparation needed, no skills to learn, no magical formula. All I really needed was to just be me! Today's note reflects this sentiment, simple but effective advice for succeeding. When you think of it, who is better suited... Continue reading
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In our lives we brew a mystical concoction part will, part whimsy, part divine inspiration, blending a life so potent, so powerful a simple sip propels us to a new dimension – one where the living and divine fuse in perfect splendor – magnificently majestic. Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain It is easy to confuse ourselves with what others have assessed us to be - including our well meaning loved ones, our friends, and especially our parents, but mostly our less than perfectly evolved ego. We have have consumed and digested these labels as truth and often find ourselves trying to live to a cacophony of ego based warnings and disclaimers regarding our shortcomings and misdirection, leading us away from our dreams rather than towards them.... Continue reading
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I offer this note in honor of all who face some infliction or adversity today, and might be helped in someway to know that God has prepared us all for whatever struggle lies ahead. Know that you are not alone. Continue reading
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Memetic Theory, unintentionally, supports the New Thought notion that has been held for over two hundred years - our "positive memes" or thoughts are powerful creations, that we can learn to harness for our own personal and spiritual good, by giving them an internal life of their own through constant repetition. Coining my own phrase, we would do so by using a carefully crafted, positive "MemMantra." Continue reading
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Let today be the best version of your life ever lived – robust, full to the brim, spectacular, momentous – better than any day that has gone before, one where every thought, emotion, or sentiment is well placed – where each action is clear and purposeful. Continue reading
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For the past few days I have been thinking about patience. Possibly, it is my inner guidance reminding me that I need patience as I work through the incredible journey of writing and publishing a book like Finding God On The Train. So I decided this morning I would publish a note that addressed patience. I picked a journal at random, and I came up with this meditation guidance below titled simply, and I would say appropriately, Patience. Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain RISE ABOVE Let us refuse to allow our lives to be impacted by petty annoyances, expectations that don’t work out, or routine challenges – choosing instead to rise above any and all potential disturbances today. Let us recall who we really are and what we stand for knowing at our very center nothing can disturb or disrupt our confidence, our sense of quiet self-assurance today – realizing our power and purpose will guide us through unscathed.... Continue reading
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Let us say “YES” today, leading with a truly affirmative attitude in our thoughts, words, and actions – replacing no with a hearty “YES” with each opportunity, refusing to let less, lack, or not possible replace more, plenty, and of course, show- casing a true “YES” approach to life. Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain In all my years of business and life planning, I would never fail to be surprised at what appeared in real life to shake my false sense of order, that even with a totally obsessive- compulsive focus, I frankly could not have foreseen. Yet, after many years of cursing my fate, I have learned not be shaken by the unknown variable, or as is often the case, variables, but to find a way to incorporate and... Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain As the hands and feet of God in the world there are times in our personal and professional lives when we may be called on to fight the good fight. I have learned that there is nothing passive about positive spirituality - in fact it seems to require an assertive activism by its very nature, since at its very core it is based on fostering an honest interpretation of what is occurring in our lives. Not... Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain I believe the magic place referred to in the note below is always available for us, no matter where we are in our day. It is the mindful place, a place where we can go and listen for the whispers of our soul connected with spirit. A place of spiritual refreshment. Simply by closing our eyes, focusing on our breath, and clearing our minds we may travel to this oasis. Visit often. MAGIC PLACE Today take... Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain SURE-FOOTED Today find confidence in every step, being sure-footed and clear with your intentions, realizing this is a festival of living and you have been invited to perform a vital part of the wonder unfolding that captivates your senses. Today find confidence in every thought capturing the pure and powerful essence of positive thought, taking each sacred seed and tenderly waking it to its full potential, holding it in your heart until the blossoms unfold crisp... Continue reading
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FOR ALL THE RECENT POSTS, BOOK CHAPTERS, AND THE SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE JOIN US AT OUR MAIN LOCATION www.FindingGodOnTheTrain.com Connect on Twitter @GodOnTheTrain Facebook www.facebook.com/GodOnTheTrain The first order of business in this pursuit of spiritual enlightenment is taking care of yourself, to look out for you. Sounds kind of selfish doesn't it, but based on my guidance, and just plain internal spiritual logic, it is truly the first step in the process. Eat healthy, lower stress, exercise, meditate, and just plain have fun. Practice some loving kindness on yourself. The note below simply reminds us to pace, please, and rest ourselves... Continue reading
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In reality, many of us may exist in our own professional, personal, and/or spirtual lives "in transition," where what worked in the past may now seem somewhat dull and lack-luster, leaving us to wake each morning wishing we could alter in some way this life we now lead, even if we are not quite sure how. It is often challenging to approach these days with enthusiasm and a sense of purpose. Continue reading
Let us ponder this Easter the realization of rebirth as a planet – finding a way to coexist as all sentient life thrives in mutual existence – wiping our eyes and souls clear of hostility, anger, and retribution – seeing only love, kindness, and mutual respect for our shared home and joint survival. Continue reading