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Power and Healing

11/12/2019

“Everything that is alive pulsates with energy and all of this energy contains information.”
~ Caroline Myss, Anatomy of the Spirit

Hi friends,

It’s freezing rain today in eastern Washington, so my thoughts immediately go to being cozy with a warm blanket, a chai tea latte and a good book! A few days ago, I finished reading Anatomy of the Spirit by Caroline Myss. This book moved me, so I created a video to share with you.

https://youtu.be/jn9we2NJdrk

“Becoming conscious means changing the rules by which we live and the beliefs we maintain. Our memories and attitudes are literally rules that determine the quality of life as well as the strength of our bonds with others. Always, a shift in awareness includes a period of isolation and loneliness as one gets accustomed to the new level of truth. And then always, new companions are found. No one is left alone for long.”
~ Caroline Myss, Anatomy of the Spirit

Have you read any books you’ve loved lately?

Sending you warm wishes for a blessed and cheerful November!

With love and gratitude,
Wendy Irene

p.s. If you’re a word lover like I am, check out our favorite quotes at parkandcity.com

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The Yogi Code

5/15/2017

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“Almost every aspect of our modern-day lifestyle takes our attention outside ourselves, so daily reading as part of a spiritual practice brings our attention back inward.” ~ Yogi Cameron

The above quote from the book The Yogi Code: Seven Universal Laws of Infinite Success by Yogi Cameron speaks volumes to me. Reading the work of spiritual teachers that I feel intuitively aligned with has played an incredibly important role in my own spiritual journey.

Have you ever felt the magic of being in the flow where the exact book you need at the exact time you need it crosses your path?

This is how receiving and reading The Yogi Code felt for me, and in fact all of the books I’ve read on the topic of spirituality. It’s as if each book perfectly unveils itself to me one by one in a divine sequence that I could never have planned myself. Since my early twenties I’ve felt this deep desire within to study and practice spirituality. While most 20 somethings were talking about which bar they wanted to go to, I was more enthralled with watching Oprah and Eckhart Tolle speak about A New Earth.

“The more authentic the teachings that we follow, the better we will be guided and catapulted into higher thinking and higher living. These teachings shouldn’t take us deeper into the mind with intellectual talk but should help us release our mind through spiritual practices.” ~ Yogi Cameron

There are so many beautiful jewels of wisdom to be received from the book The Yogi Code. One of the biggest for me being to pay attention to why I do anything I’m doing, even something as simple as watching television. Why am I doing it and what are my intentions? In fact, the very act of asking yourself what your intentions are quickly allows you to figure out if you are acting from your heart space or your ego. At this stage in my journey I’m working hard to become very aware of my ego in order to free myself from its control.

“As you get into the habit of first checking your motivations and intentions, slowly you will start to head in a direction that is preferable to you and old habits will turn into new and productive ones.” ~ Yogi Cameron

Meditation, yoga, and spiritual reading are a few of my very favorite practices to step outside of my mind and realign with my soul. These are practices that I do on a consistent basis. They are priorities in my life that help me stay the course to living out my purpose.

“On our path to our purpose and living out that purpose, we need as few distractions as possible and as much discipline and control of our senses and mind as possible. The outer world is not much help to us in this regard, because everything around us is constantly drawing us outward to consume more.” ~ Yogi Cameron

In addition to the soulful wisdom and inspiration found in the book, Yogi Cameron includes many expertly created practices that will help you focus and set great intentions. He also created and shares a twenty-one-day Yogi code kick-start plan.

For my friends that enjoy social media and join me there, you’ve probably seen me share Yogi Cameron and his wife Yogi Jaima’s work. I’ve also been following and sharing Yogi Cameron’s free videos for a long time because I find them so beneficial, and get excited about passing on the new things I’m learning that I click with.

I feel incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have received The Yogi Code for review purposes, because not only did I already cherish Yogi Cameron’s existing work, this book really took me deeper, helped me go beyond my mind and expanded my practices. If the prospect of reading this book lights you up I highly recommend you listen to that calling, read it and implement the practices into your life. Do check out the wonderful work Yogi Cameron is sharing with the world on his website yogicameron.com. I hope you love it as much as I do!

Warm Wishes,
Wendy Irene

The Yogi Code: Seven Universal Laws of Infinite Success by Yogi Cameron on Amazon.

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Book: Light is the New Black by Rebecca Campbell

2/22/2016

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Recently, I read Rebecca Campbell’s book Light is the New Black and felt inspired to share a few thoughts with you.

YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/PRQ638Mxtr0

I love a good motivational kick in the butt. Staying inspired helps keep me excited and passionate about the light work that I, along with so many of you, do.

Much love,
Wendy Irene

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Pumpkin-Shape Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Plus A Valuable Video for All Women!)

9/23/2013

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3 Cheers for fall!

This past week was nothing out of the ordinary but more of a quiet wonderful all the same. I took my daughter to her second dance class of the season. The girls are so adorable you can’t help but sit there with a smile on your face. We also checked out some local gymnastics places because my daughter is interested in that too. She has great upper body strength which she absolutely did not get from me.

Mid-way through the week my husband played in a golf tournament. He was 5 feet straight in line from winning us a boat. Can you believe it? Although we didn’t come home with a boat, we did finish the week off by planting a cute little maple tree that I hope will grow big and strong one day. In my long-term vision I see a tire swing, brightly colored leaves, and two children sitting in the trunk.

Today’s recipe is all about making healthy foods fun. Pumpkin-shaped roasted sweet potatoes are simple and delicious, with very few ingredients. This recipe is especially great for children, but can easily be jazzed up for a fall evening dinner party.

Sweet Potatoes are high in vitamins and antioxidants, and are a particularly great source of vitamin A. Sweet Potatoes are also an excellent source of beta-carotene. It is thought that serving the sweet potatoes with a fat helps the body get the full benefits of the beta-carotene, which is why the olive oil in this recipe is a great addition.

My personal favorite way to serve these healthy and delicious pumpkin-shaped sweet potatoes is over a vibrant green salad. It makes the salad look stunningly dressed for fall, and the bright orange color on top of the green backdrop is breath-taking.

I hope you enjoy this simple, fun fall dish. Make sure you check out the bonus video at the end!

Pumpkin-Shape Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

2 large sweet potatoes, the thicker around the better for shapes
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. white pepper

*Cayenne pepper (optional), a small sprinkling for adult version

Directions:
Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F.

Line a baking sheet with a silpat, or parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Peel sweet potatoes and cut into ½ inch thick rounds.

Using a paring knife, or a small pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter, cut rounds into a pumpkin shape, making a stem, and trimming the bottom slightly. Each one will be different and unique, just like real pumpkins!

In a large bowl, gently toss the pumpkin-shaped sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper.

Place the sweet potatoes, spaced evenly apart on a baking sweet.

*Adult Version – Add a small sprinkling of cayenne pepper to the adult pumpkins for a boost in flavor!

Bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until a fork can be easily inserted into the sweet potatoes.

To Print, Email or Text recipe click here.

One more picture…

My daughter loves to be in the pictures. Here she is all ready for bed, with no shirt of course because that is how she rolls ;-)

Spotlight Video:

This book is so informative and helpful I just had to share! It’s a must-read for women. Be sure to watch until the end for a great skin care tip!

Wendy's Favorite Discoveries: WomanCode by Alisa Vitti (& An Awesome Skin Care Tip!)

YouTube Video: http://youtu.be/QnuVAi8ramg

With much love & gratitude,
Wendy Irene

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Honest Inspiration to Make Your Home a Safe Healthy Environment

4/24/2013

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Recently, I read The Honest Life: Living Naturally and True to You by Jessica Alba. I could not put it down. The book inspired me, educated me, and gave me many, many wonderful ideas for making my home a safe and healthy environment for my family.

Share YouTube Video: http://youtu.be/huwkUtheit4

The Honest Life truly does make healthy living fun and stylish, and I loved it!

It is a great book for anyone who wants to live an environmentally-friendly life.

With love, gratitude, & fun, cozy reading time,
Wendy Irene

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Book Review: Self-Care for Life by Alexander Skye, Meera Lester, & Carolyn Dean MD

2/13/2012

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I began reading Self-Care for Life: Find Joy, Peace, Serenity, Vitality, Sensuality, Abundance, and Enlightenment - Each and Every Day several months ago. When I first received an email describing what the book was about I felt immediately drawn to it. It fascinates me how certain books seem to call to you. I like to think of it as our intuition guiding us towards a new lesson to be learned, a piece of wisdom that you need and maybe the book contains.

For so long I’ve wanted to write this review but put it off. You see, I’m not even half way through the book yet and I have an incredible urge to share it with you. This book contains daily insights, 365 entries, with fantastic ways in which you can practice self-care and boost your well-being. Self-Care for Life has meant so much to me that it has become a part of my daily meditation ritual. Something I take very seriously! Each day before my meditation I read one or two passages to help calm and sooth my soul and most importantly get my head in the right place before entering the silence and stillness meditation provides.

Rushing through this book in order to write a complete review would be a shame. It is too precious to me, and so I choose to slowly enjoy it throughout the year and let the pearls of wisdom unfold each day as they are meant to, one at a time. On the other hand, I couldn’t go another day without sharing Self-Care for Life with you because it is a treasure, and I believe in my heart some of you will also feel the calling of this book, and choose to take in its daily gems.

I’ve learned so much from the book already, including information about the power and energy of crystals, which I previously knew nothing about. One of my favorite parts of the book is the daily quotations. I’m a girl who adores a good quote. Wisdom in a few power packed words!

Genuinely I can say I feel this book enriches my life, one glorious day at a time, and if you’re feeling drawn to it I hope you’ll consider it too!

“The best way to take care of yourself is to care for your Self. With its unique three-fold approach, Self-Care for Life helps you nurture and nourish the mind, body, and spirit within the natural course of every day.”

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You can order Self-Care for Life: Find Joy, Peace, Serenity, Vitality, Sensuality, Abundance, and Enlightenment - Each and Every Day by Alexander Skye, Meera Lester, & Carolyn Dean MD on Amazon here.

Disclosure: I received a copy of the book for the purpose of review.

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Book Review: Never Give Up by Ruthe Rosen

10/14/2011

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Disclosure: I received a copy of the book Never Give Up: How to Find Hope and Purpose in Adversityfor the purpose of review.

Never Give Up touched my life deeply. I will never look at my children the same way again. I always knew they were a gift, but the extent that I understand how truly precious my time with them is has completely changed.

Never Give Up was written by Ruthe Rosen, mother of the beautiful Karla who at 14 years old was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. When Karla passed away Ruthe and her husband Michael founded the Let It Be Foundation, a nonprofit organization that helps meet the needs of families with children who have been diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses. Reading Never Give Up: How to find Hope and Purpose in Adversity was a gift to my soul.

I walked away from the book really understanding in a way I hadn’t fully understood before that all of life is a gift, including everything that comes in and out of our lives. Problems are nothing more than I matter of perspective, and Karla Ann Asch-Rosen had the most incredible and wise perspective on life! Ruthe teaches us that you can get through your pain, even when you can’t see the light.

This book will fill your eyes with tears, but it will also fill your heart with love. A different kind of love than most of us have ever known. A love for someone you don’t know. Someone you have never met, but whose life has touched you so deeply you will never forget.

As soon as you read this book you’ll know what a gift Karla was and still is to this world, and how blessed we are to have her Mom, Ruthe, sharing her story. I would very much love for you to read Never Give Up. It will not only enrich your life, but the lives of others as proceeds from the book go to The Let It Be Foundation.

Your appreciation for your children, for your loved ones will be enlightened. You will never look at them the same way again.

Thank you, Karla for enriching my life and the lives of my family. Your love still shines bright!

Ruthe & Karla

Never Forget Karla!

Never Give Up!

Amen

Listen to: Let It Be by The Beatles

A few Quotes from Never Give Up: How to Find Hope and Purpose in Adversity by Ruthe Rosen

p. 91      “Never, never, never give up!” ~Winston Churchill

p. 103    “Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, only saps today of its joy.” ~Leo Buscaglia

p. 115    “When your worst fear stares you in the face, don’t turn away; if you can find the courage to look it in the eye, you’ve accepted God’s great gift of strength.” ~Ruthe Rosen

p.121     “Without faith, nothing is possible. With it, nothing is impossible.” ~Mary McLeod Bethane

p. 126    “Learning to let go isn’t about accepting loss, it’s about letting the person you love live life to the fullest, even when it means sharing them with others.” ~Ruthe Rosen

p. 141    “And in the end it is not the years in your life that count, it’s the life in your years.” ~Abraham Lincoln

Ruthe Rosen

www.rutherosen.com/never-give-up-book.htm

www.rutherosen.com

www.theletitbefoundation.org

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Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness by Erica Nelson

9/16/2011

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Disclosure: I received a copy of the book Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness for the purpose of review.

Some days feel like a rollercoaster ride. One minute you’re smiling because your kids are so darn cute! The next, you’re completely wiped and the house has somehow exploded before your eyes. Those are the times I’m tempted to get rid of everything (mainly TOYS!) and start over. Everyone needs a pick-me-up throughout the day. Or what I like to call a spirit booster.

One of my favorite spirit boosters is a good quote. Quotes can put you back into a positive mindset in a matter of seconds. They can make you feel not alone in the feelings you are experiencing. When I heard about the book Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness I was immediately drawn to it.

The book exceeded my expectations, and I had a hunch I would like it ;). The book became a treasured part of my daily routine. Every day, right before my 15 minutes of meditation in the afternoon, I would read one or two passages from Happiness Quotations. The passages were extremely moving and had the incredible ability to lift my spirits to a higher energy plane, which is a wonderful way to go into a few minutes of quiet time.

Happiness Quotations reminds you of just how precious and special you are. Something I don’t think we focus on enough. You are special and here for a reason. The more you are in touch with that, the more you have to give, and the more joy you receive from life. This book helps you to remember in a soft, gentle way.

I would highly recommend Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness by Erica M. Nelson. It has been a joyful part of my day. One that I truly cherish. Thank you for sharing your light Erica! The gentle reminders helped me to create a more beautiful day.

Quotes from Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness by Erica Nelson

p. 11      “Identify victories daily yet dream very big dreams that pull you toward the wings of angels.”

p.17       “Music brings you closer to your true self.”

p.35       “We are all of the same fabric, quilted together in a pattern of stars in the sky each unique, each perfect, each connected to the whole.”

p.91       “Songs have power to change you into becoming closer to your most spiritual being.”

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www.HappinessQuotations.com

www.EricaNelson.com

https://www.facebook.com/HappinessQuotations?sk=app_7146470109

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The Shadow Effect by Deepak Chopra, Debbie Ford & Marianne Williamson

7/8/2011

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Part of the human experience involves dealing with the shadow. I believe the shadow exists to help us learn important life lessons and grow. The fact that we understand deep unconditional love and compassion stems from our ability to relate to the shadow in others. It gives us the opportunity to let go of judgement and allow pure love to erupt from our soul, even in the hardest and most challenging circumstances.

It is not in denying the presence of our shadow, but in shedding light on the shadow that its self-sabotaging effects begin to disappear. The Shadow Effect was created by 3 best selling authors: Deepak Chopra, Debbie Ford and Marianne Williamson. It is a book that helps us recognize our shadow and its impact on our life so that we can move forward in a new light and release the harm it does to us and others.

The fact that this book includes the words of three great spiritual teachers is a blessing. Sometimes when you hear a message it can take on a completely new meaning or understanding depending on your ability to connect with the teacher. Although the shadow is the topic of discussion by all 3 authors, I walked away with different aha moments from each one. If we want to change or correct our harmful behavior, awareness is the first vital step. Often I don’t think we are even conscious of the effects of our shadow. Denial can be a comfortable place to live.

Once we open the door and acknowledge what our wounds are, own them, take responsibility for them and the destructive behavior they may cause, we can then shed light on our shadow. Doing so not only alleviates its effects, but it can in turn be used for a greater good, to spread more love and joy. This also allows us to face what we view as character defects in ourselves and others in the light of compassion.

Throughout The Shadow Effect, Deepak Chopra, Debbie Ford and Marianne Williamson shed their own light on the shadow for us to better understand and recognize. Each author offers valuable lessons, that when received on the soul level feel like packages of love. This book illuminates the darker areas of human existence we so often struggle with, and that powerful light has the ability to set you free if you allow it into your life.

A Few Quotes from The Shadow Effect by Deepak Chopra, Debbie Ford & Marianne Williamson

p.44       “So consider any negative reaction as though it were like an allergy or the flu, something that changes your situation for the moment only. An allergy is yours, but isn’t you.”            ~Deepak Chopra

p.117     “Projection is an involuntary defence mechanism of the ego; instead of acknowledging the qualities in us that we dislike, we project them onto someone else.”   ~Deepak Chopra

p. 125    “Ultimately, we must come to a place where we can uncover, own, and embrace every quality that exists, so that we no longer have to project our disowned aspects on others, so we can be free to see people through the wide lens of compassion rather than the illusional lens of projection.”              ~Deepak Chopra

p.157     “Consciousness is a dynamic, creative energy.” ~Marianne Williamson

p.161     “We can forget the truth, but the universe never does.”               ~Marianne Williamson

p. 168    “But the true seeker says, “What did I do wrong? What was my part in the disaster?”    ~Marianne Williamson

p.170     “Your character defects are not where you’re bad, but where you’re wounded. But no matter who or what causes the wound, it’s yours now and you’re responsible for it.”             ~Marianne Williamson

p.178     “There’s nothing enlightened about shrinking, so that other people won’t feel insecure around you.”    ~Marianne Williamson

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The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

6/24/2011

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Reading The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle felt like a gift. It is nearly impossible to sum up how I feel about this book, other than to say I wholeheartedly recommend it. If you allow yourself to enter into its pages with a truly open mind and heart, the ability to walk away from the book with great wisdom and a true sense of peace is at your finger tips.

To be honest, if I had read this book at any other time in the past the message may not have impacted me the way it has now. The further into the book I journeyed the more awake and conscious I felt. I took my time reading this book. Often I would re-read passages several times until I felt in my heart that I understood the message.

The Power of Now has helped me in my everyday life. The gift I received from this book was the ability to recognize the dysfunction of the mind, especially when the mind travels too much into the past or future. Now when I feel this happening in myself I have a great tool I carry with me- the ability to shift myself back into the present moment.

Focusing on the present moment removes anxiety about the future, and pain from the past. It opens the door to peace and joy, like no other moment in time can do. When living outside of the now, life seems more like a pain/pleasure cycle, but within this very moment is where true love and joy is found. This is not something I felt completely conscious of until reading this book. That is the gift you receive from the words Eckhart Tolle shares.

Eckhart Tolle’s ability to be in touch with this ancient wisdom and pass it on is a true gift of love. Love from the source of greatness we are all a part of. Living consciously is the greatest gift of all. The Power of Now is an open door.

Thank you, Eckhart Tolle for holding the door open for me and countless others! ♥

With Love,
Wendy Irene

**Quotes from The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle**

Negativity

p. 189    “The ego believes that through negativity it can manipulate reality and get what it wants ... Instead of dissolving and undesirable one, it keeps it in place.”

p.191     “But as long as negativity is there, use it. Use it as a kind of signal that reminds you to be more present.”

Surrender

p.205     “Surrender is the simple but profound wisdom of yielding to rather than opposing the flow of life.”

p.208     “Surrender reconnects you with the source-energy of Being, and if your doing is infused with Being, it becomes a joyful celebration of life energy that takes you more deeply into the Now.”

Forgiveness

p.120     “The moment you truly forgive, you have reclaimed your power from the mind.”

p. 168    “A victim identity is the belief that the past is more powerful than the present, which is the opposite of truth.”

p.229     “...this renders the past powerless, and you realize deeply that nothing you ever did or that was ever done to you could touch even in the slightest the radiant essence of who you are. The whole concept of forgiveness then becomes unnecessary.”

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Power and Healing

The Yogi Code

Book: Light is the New Black by Rebecca Campbell

Pumpkin-Shape Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Plus A Valuable Video for All Women!)

Pumpkin-Shape Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Spotlight Video:

Wendy's Favorite Discoveries: WomanCode by Alisa Vitti (& An Awesome Skin Care Tip!)

Honest Inspiration to Make Your Home a Safe Healthy Environment

Book Review: Self-Care for Life by Alexander Skye, Meera Lester, & Carolyn Dean MD

Book Review: Never Give Up by Ruthe Rosen

A few Quotes from Never Give Up: How to Find Hope and Purpose in Adversity by Ruthe Rosen

Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness by Erica Nelson

Quotes from Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness by Erica Nelson

The Shadow Effect by Deepak Chopra, Debbie Ford & Marianne Williamson

A Few Quotes from The Shadow Effect by Deepak Chopra, Debbie Ford & Marianne Williamson

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

**Quotes from The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle**

Wendy Irene

Spiritual Seeker & Creative passionate about energy work & intuition. Lover of all things home and garden.

If this website helped, or inspired you in some way and you feel called to give back, this is my personal favorite charity:
TheLetItbefoundation.org

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Pumpkin-Shape Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Spotlight Video:

A few Quotes from Never Give Up: How to Find Hope and Purpose in Adversity by Ruthe Rosen

Quotes from Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness by Erica Nelson

A Few Quotes from The Shadow Effect by Deepak Chopra, Debbie Ford & Marianne Williamson

Quotes from The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

​Spiritual Seeker & Creative passionate about energy work & intuition. Lover of all things home and garden.

If this website helped, or inspired you in some way and you feel called to give back, this is my personal favorite charity: TheLetItbefoundation.org

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**Quotes from The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle**

Spiritual Seeker & Creative passionate about energy work & intuition. Lover of all things home and garden.

If this website helped, or inspired you in some way and you feel called to give back, this is my personal favorite charity:
TheLetItbefoundation.org