A Deeper Look Into Abraham's Emotional Grid

Ramona welcomed new members and introduced them to the group.

Eddie Conner provided an inspiring meditation to set the stage for our topic this evening and to establish a personal high frequency grid. He asked us to envision ourselves surrounded by our angels and spirit guides and to ask them to guide us in this meditation. In our mind’s eye we imagined a path in front of us. As we walk the path we visualized pure white light, a cleansing light that takes us deeper into the vortex. At the end, the path opens up into a circle where we are greeted by our angels, spirit guides and others. At the center of the circle are all things good. As we breathe in we are filled with white light and all things good invigorating our inner being. The light illuminates our consciousness to form a personal grid every day. As we choose to activate our grid we say to ourselves “I am the light; therefore I attract light to me.” Every day we can cleanse our thoughts and refill the grid with fresh white light.

This evening we are treated to a special Skype guest, Carilyn Davidson, a member of our Burbank Law of Attraction group. Carilyn explained that building a personal grid is similar to building a house. First you build the frame (think of it as the outline of the house). Then you fill in all the parts one by one. Another way of looking at it is to think general, then fill in the specifics as needed.

When you feel things are not going the way you would like (your grid is negative, not positive), just review past negative experiences to see where you built negativity into your grid. This will help you see what adjustments are needed to make your grid positive.

Every morning Carilyn develops her personal grid for that day. She maintains a list of affirmations that help set her grid for that day. They include statements such as “I love my life, I love my clients, my workplace feels like home” and many others. Carilyn uses a Thesaurus to expand the list of words that resonate with her desires.

When she knows a traditionally “grumpy” client is coming to see her, she pre-paves her grid. Some tactics are that she visualizes telling a joke, the client laughing, and the meeting going well.

Carilyn gave an example of her daughter accidentally poisoning her dog. Her daughter got excited and the dog felt it. Carilyn set a grid of wellness which calmed her daughter and sent healing light to the dog. The dog responded and got well.

Carilyn ended with this advice. Set your grid as a framework for what you want. Don’t expect in exact terms. Think general. Then fill it in with emotions such as feelings of giggles and splendor.

We showed a video entitled preparing for what you want. It is a great video for explaining the grid. The primary tactic is to find a word that best describes the feeling you are seeking. It can be “easy” or “happy” or whatever word resonates with you. Then describe how it feels once you have what you were seeking. Remember if we can hold our thoughts purely for 17 seconds we activate our grid. Do this for 68 seconds and you will create an emotional vibrational match to what you want. 68 seconds of feeling good without contradicting our feelings is equal to 2,000,000 action hours worth of labor expended.

The meeting closed with a cute video of a boy learning to ride a bike.  Believe in yourself and you can ride a bike.

How To Get Over Self Limiting Beliefs

Ramona welcomed the group and introduced new members and guests and asks that you all like us on Facebook.

Eddie Conner provided an inspiring meditation via Skype, setting the stage for us to rid our old belief systems that no longer serve us and hold us back, and replace them with healing messages and a whole new belief system. Eddie can be heard every Saturday at 3 pm Eastern on GVBRadio.com. If you click on this link and locate the June 30 show in the archives, you can listen to Mike and Ramona's show. And, Eddie appeared on the Morning Show in Australia (equivalent of Good Morning America in the US). To view his segment, click here.

Eddie Conner is coming back for his 12^th year of workshops. Be sure to sign up for 5 Simple Ways to Create an Amazing Life on Thursday, July 26 and/or OMG!! How Did I Attract This? on Saturday July 28.

Ramona asked for updates and good news from the group, and showed an Abraham video The Story Source Wants to Tell. A member suggested a good book is Dying To Be Me by Anita Moorjani.

 

We enjoyed a Skype visit with Sue Elliott, editor-in-Chief of Law of AttractionMagazine and a member of our Burbank Law of Attraction group.  Sue explained that even though she has practiced the law of attraction for many years, she had to overcome her fears of failure while launching the magazine. Concerns abounded with just about every aspect of publishing - attracting articles from well-known authors, distribution, sales, and reader acceptance. Sue realized she knew how to use the law of attraction and that is what got the first issue published. With the second issue she owned it and transformed it into a more pleasurable experience. Now the publishers are in discussions about increasing the frequency of publication.  Visit her website for more information, and be sure to friend her on Facebook. Law of Attraction Magazine is available at Barnes and Noble, Walmart, and other major retailers nationwide such as D & W Supermarkets.

Some of the prevalent self limiting beliefs are that we can’t, we’re not good enough, we will probably fail anyway, we may never be able to succeed, others are better than us and he or she won’t want someone like me. There are many more. Many come from our childhood experiences. We need to recognize and replace them with a new belief system.

Abraham says “A belief is a thought that’s rehearsed over and over again.” Our challenge is to recognize these beliefs and think new thoughts until they become our new belief. For example, when we see fancy cars or expensive homes, our faulty belief system tells us we can’t have them. Abraham has a good video (not shown at our meeting) that explains how to get around these faulty belief systems. It is called Nothing is More Important than Feeling Good. The group worked together offering up suggestions to help members that felt low-frequency about the pictures, to feel good again with bridging techniques. 

When we see skinny models, our faulty belief system tells us we can’t have that kind of body.  Someone shared how she stopped seeing herself in an unattractive, overweight manner and instead began to truly see herself through the eyes and hearts of her close friends and family members that loved her unconditionally. She stopped using her physical eyes and started allowing the heart and love of her close friends to be how she chose to see herself and she's been happy ever since. 

Another member shared that when she loses weight - it always finds its way back to her. That's why now she donates the extra pounds to the Universe to redistribute into pure, positive energy.

Mike showed beautiful images of couples together and in love with one another. They were smiling, in tune and blissful in their attraction.  Ramona asked, "What feelings does this bring up for you?" Many people said, "I wish I had that." and "That looks like it feels so nice" while others wanted to hit the lovers with a truck. The group had a blast talking about these lovers and the law of attraction. They said, "What you see in others is who you are."

"I don't have a relationship but I do put myself in their shoes and think, how fun is this."

When we see people like that, it is there for us to put ourselves into their situation.  The universe is showing us that soon that could be our experience.

The number one thing everyone agreed on is it's not our place to figure out the "how" and "when" of anything. Our job is to "just be" in the flow and generally enjoy everything around us that is working - for the joy of it.

We closed with a video entitled Lighten Up.

Next meeting is MONDAY,  AUGUST 13. Please note the change to a Monday meeting night.

Getting Back Up When You're Down

Eddie Conner set the stage for our meeting with a meditation via Skype, followed by Ramona who welcomed new members and guests, and asked for updates from members since last month.

The opening video was “Jack and Jill”.

Getting Back Up When You’re Down – Abraham Style

We’ve all been there at some time in our lives.  We feel so “Down” we’re not sure which way is up.  What does Abraham say about how we got there and, more importantly, how we get back up?

When we are down we can have feelings of depression, tiredness, sadness, helplessness, aloneness, feelings of being overwhelmed, and we think about the negative aspects of our lives.  People around us all seem to be negative and bring us further down.  As Abraham would say, we are disconnected from source.

We have the complete power to concentrate on what is right or wrong.   Why do we choose to concentrate on the negative?  Sometimes it is more comfortable just staying where we are out of habit because change is challenging to some.  If we have surrounded ourselves with others who are depressed and have negative attitudes, it is difficult to get ourselves back up and be positive.  And sometimes we just get so busy with life we forget to reconnect with Source Energy.  We need to readily identify when we are down or getting down, and figure out how to get ourselves back up.  But how do we do that? 

Ramona told the story about when she was in NYC staying at a hotel while Mike was in the hospital. On a particularly bad day, Eddie Conner made her walk back to her hotel a long way that brought her to a park where all the trees were covered in white lights. It brightened her outlook and turned a bad day into something good.  Ramona showed photos of what Mike looked like in the hospital, and another photo of the two of them on the beach which is what she concentrated on from then on.

Since our beliefs are the thoughts we keep thinking, we need to change our habit of thought.  There are several strategies that work.  Think about what’s right in our lives.  Daydream about what we want.  Focus on what we do want instead of what we don’t want.  Do something different that’s positive.  Focus.  Pray.  Ask questions of ourselves, but be sure to ask in the positive.  Instead of asking “Why am I gaining weight?” ask “How can I continue to feel healthy?”  Think about what we are grateful for.   Remember, 17 seconds of pure thought is equivalent to 2000 hours of action.

As Abraham says, even though we may want to move forward in life, we may have one foot on the brakes.  In order to be free, we must learn how to let go.  Release the hurt.  Release the fear.  Refuse to entertain the old pain.  The energy it takes to hang on to the past is holding us back from a new life.  Think about what you would let go of today to improve your frame of mind. 

An exercise that works is simply appreciating all that others do for us, no matter how small.  This can change our mental frame from negative to positive.  Saying “thank you” to someone for their kindness (holding a door open for us, etc.) can solicit a “you’re welcome” or a smile to brighten our day.  And the more thankful we are for the kindnesses of others, the more positive our frame of mind becomes.

Even during the worst of times there is a bright, loving part of us that’s always available.  It’s called our higher self and it is always available to talk with you and help you.  Some people refer to it as “that little voice on my shoulder (or in my head) that guides me to do the right thing.   Ask your higher self why you feel down.  You might be amazed at what your higher self has to say.  These conversations serve to reconnect us to Source.

For deeper depression, write a story of how we want our life to be.  Put it away and look at it periodically.  See how much progress we have made towards our goal. 

Some recent discussions by Abraham explain the concept of an emotional grid.  When feeling down, think about general things that are true, feel good, and are easy to think about.  Then fill in that grid with more specific items that are higher frequency thoughts, feelings and emotions.

The closing video was Joyous Rampage.

Another good video is "You can be happy".

Our next meeting is Tuesday, July 10, 2012.   The topic will be “How to get over self-limiting beliefs”.

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Love and Appreciation

Ramona welcomed everyone, especially new members, and led the sharing of “big wins” that members experienced recently.  Dean set the stage for the meeting with a meditation set to music he wrote and performed. 

The opening video was “Nothing is More Important than Feeling Good”. 

We tend to spend more time not feeling good versus feeling good.  Why is that?  Primarily because we allow ourselves to do it.  We can become accosted by coworkers who are having a bad day.  If we listen to them and join in, we end up not feeling good.  Some of the things we can do to avoid not feeling good are: do not join in the “woe is me” conversations, do not listen to the news, be careful which articles you read in the newspaper, turn off the TV and read a good book.

A member shared an experience with a competitor that brought out feelings she had no idea she had.  She found herself getting angry and lashing out at the competitor, then felt terrible about reacting in such a way.  After struggling with this, she meditated which brought back an inner peace.  No longer does she feel threatened; instead she has developed an appreciation for this competitor.

Members shared things they love and/or appreciate.  Some of the items mentioned are: our LOA meetings and our group; where life is taking us; friends and time with family; the sky and clouds and nature in general; the lake; the present time – the now; like minded people; self awareness; the ability to choose our own feelings; services provided by health practitioners; life lessons; options for renewal – anything that brings us back to ourselves; music; where we are in our lives; an increasing awareness and appreciation of the beauty of nature and the ability to not just see it but also feel it; recent health issues allowing us to feel life experiences more clearly; learning LOA at an early age; knowing everything works out in the end; the love and blessings of everyone in the LOA group; supportive friends and family; breath; trials that make us grow; people becoming more aware of spirituality every day; patient advocate while in the hospital; and life.

Some good thoughts that came from the discussion are:

·         Things don’t happen to you, they happen for you.

·         Every night think of one or five or ten things you are grateful for what happened that day.  Also do this first thing the next morning.

·         When faced with challenge after challenge, consider that you overcame each one, and each made you stronger to overcome the next.

·         In order to love someone or something else, you must first love yourself.

·         If having an issue with self love, start by looking in the mirror and appreciating one thing about yourself, such as your eyes.  Consider getting a decal for your mirror that reads “You Are Gorgeous”.

The closing video was “Life is Good”.

There were two other videos we did not show due to time constraints:

           

Must Jill Always Tumble Down After Jack?

            Self Appreciation Part 1

FOR MEMBERS ONLY:

We are updating the Pure Positive Providers Directory.  If you provide a service and would like to be listed in directory, go to the Lakeshore Abraham Meet Up website, log in, click on "more", then "files" and view the current listing.  If you want to make any changes to your current listing, let Mike know.  If you are not currently listed but want to be, download the "Form for Listing in the Pure Positive Providers" and return it to Mike via email.

Abraham's Time Management 101

Ramona opened the meeting with updates, reading emails from Jay Nielsen and Natalie Pink, and received personal updates from Jeanne, Ella, Becca and Barb on their personal achievements.

Barb Vercande is presenting a workshop entitled “The Passion Test”. The details are shown in the following blog and registration information is available on her website.

Jeanne updated the group on an exciting joint venture she is involved with between GVSU and Mary Free Bed Hospital The joint venture is offering free medical attention to service men and women who have sustained a brain injury while in service to our country. The JV is funded in part by the DOD.

Eddie Conner provided another on-point meditation via Skype. His meditation included the following expressions developed from the acronym “TIME”:

            1) TIME = Thought I'm Managing Easily

2) TIME = Things I'm Miraculously Elevating

3) TIME = Things I'm Magically Erasing

4) TIME = Time is Magnificent Energy

5) TIME = Thinking Illuminated Miracles Every Day

Mike will be updating the “Pure Positive Providers” list.  It is intended to include active members and the services they provide. Knowing your provider and that they are into the law of attraction should be an excellent first step. To review the current “Pure Positive Providers” list, go to our meet up site  and place the mouse over “More”, then click on “Files”, and then click on “Pure Positive Providers”. Please email Mike at mmucciolo@charter.net with corrections, deletions or additions to your listing by Tuesday, November 1.

We watched an Abraham video on time management

We discussed some traditional time management techniques, such as a “to do” list, priority list, Google calendar, PDA lists, and making a list at night just before going to bed.

Ramona presented a mock “To Do” list. Comments included feelings of being overwhelmed, frazzled, energy not flowing evenly, judgment being impaired, even adrenal fatigue.

Abraham says we do not need more time. We need less resistance.

Lists can be micromanaging, exhibit our need for control, and can create pressure to get the job done. We should remember we are human beings, not human doings. An example was given to view others who seem to have all the time they need as “actors” who are playing that part to aggravate you. Just think of them as actors, not reality.

Abraham says we need to manage our energy. Here are some thoughts.

Our power is in the now. We cannot do anything about the past or the future, and time management is attempting to manage the future. Concentrate on the now.

To do lists can make us feel guilty. We need to relax when we need it.

We can change our expectations. For example, someone who used to go out looking for new business now sits back and expects it to come, by using the law of attraction.

Do not split energies. Before we start a task we should line up with it energetically and picture the task going the way we want it to go.

Abraham has a process for time management they call “The Placemat Process”.  For more information see Jerry’s descriptive video. .  Or to hear Esther explain it to someone in the hot seat, view this video. 

Ramona read a line from a famous poem by David Wagoner:

LOST

What do you do when you’re lost in the forest?

Stand Still.

The trees ahead, the bushes beside you are not lost.  Wherever you are is called here.

The point of it is when you’re overwhelmed and lost, stand still.  Abraham recommends stopping, back up to a place where you feel good, then start over from that good feeling place.

Abraham says: Reduce your workload by 30% and increase your fun load by 30% and you will increase your revenues by 100%. And, you will increase your productivity by 10,000%. More fun, less struggle – more results on all fronts.”

Ways to change our vibrational energy:

·         The tapping technique (see our website “More”, “Files”, “tft_algorithm” and “tft_stress”).

·         When things are not going the way you picture them, say “cancel, cancel” and follow it with a positive affirmation.

·         Laugh out loud.

·         Say “Thank you”

Our closing video was Chill Your Way into the Vortex. 

Oprah’s talking, are you listening?

Oprah’s talking, are you listening?

How would your life be different if you felt completely in charge?

What if you woke up every day excited and turned on by your life?

Are you clear about what your purpose is?

From the pages of “The Passion Test”, and as mentioned in the November issue of “O Magazine”:

JOURNEY INTO PASSION

Saturday, November 12, 2011

9:00 a.m. to Noon

C3 Exchange

208 Franklin, Grand Haven

(public parking across the street)

In this workshop you will discover:

ü Clarity around what is most important to you

ü A simple formula to create anything you want in your life

ü How what you believe you create

ü The secret sauce that will guarantee you’ll live a passionate life

ü And much more!

Register today for this fun and interactive workshop

and discover YOUR life purpose!

To register call: (616) 502-3141 or at

www.createanewstory.com/classes-events/

Fee: $35 per person

Bring a friend for an additional $15 when you register together.

(Due to limited seating pre-registration is required.)

Presented by: Barb VerCande, Certified Passion Test Facilitator

What Do You Choose to Think?

Recap - The evening’s meeting centered on the topic of choosing our words carefully so that we are sure we are attracting what we truly want. We always get what we ask for. Making sure our request is clear is of utmost importance.

Ramona introduced Eddie Conner who provided an inspiring meditation via Skype.

We viewed an Abraham video on “Thoughts”. 

The group participated in an exercise analyzing some statements and determining why we might think we are attracting one thing, but have actually asked for something different. Then the group revised the statements into better format to make sure we get what we are asking for.

Original statement: I am trying to lose weight again.

Revised statement: I am grateful and thankful for my perfect weight.

Original statement: All the good ones are taken already.

Revised statement: My life is filled with many great people.

Original statement: That driver is texting instead of paying attention.

Revised statement: I pay attention to my own safe driving.

Original statement: I hope I can find a good job making more money.

Revised statement: I have a great job and have a lot of money.

Original statement: I’m too busy to take time for myself.

Revised statement: I have all the time, energy and resources to do all the things my heart desires.

Cheryl Wood of Oakwood Wellness recapped the previous weekend retreat where she taught two groups the BEST method and demonstrated the Morter march.

Chris Reynolds provided a Quantum Emotional Clearing meditation which is posted on our website under “More” and “Files”.

We closed with another Abraham video entitled “Best Meditation Ever”. 

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, October 25.