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Do you remember watching the cartoon Popeye as a kid? No matter what situation Popeye got into, all
he had to do was pop that can of spinach, gulp it down and he had instant
strength! As kids all we had to do was believe we were strong – like Popeye or Superman or any
number of our heroes – and we not only KNEW we were strong, we BECAME instantly
strong.
Then we grew older. And we began to exchange our beliefs of instant strength and transformation for things like “it takes time” and “you have to work at it.” While it’s true there are things which take time and we have to work at, many of our inner qualities and experiences – such as strength – can be accessed instantly. We must simply CHOOSE them, BELIEVE in them, and ACT on them.
When we’re in a fix and feeling helpless and fearful, the last thing we may feel is inner strength. Yet it’s there for us to access if we choose. The same applies for every emotion and inner quality from peace to joy to love to health. We can choose them, access them and act on them INSTANTLY if we believe it is possible. And it IS possible.
I’d like to tell you I’m an expert at this and give you a fool proof way but I honestly can’t. I’m still working on it. What I can tell you is as we practice choosing an inner quality and instantly manifesting it we become much more proficient. It gets easier to do. And we do it more often. The challenge is remembering to CHOOSE it, BELIEVE it’s possible and to ACT on it.
The following is a very personal example...
About a year ago my husband Mark and I attended a workshop with my Mom and Dad. As the workshop dealt with finances, we weren’t expecting anything too out of the ordinary.
We were wrong.
Toward the end of the final day we were split into groups of 6-8 people. My parents were in the same group as Mark and I. First they handed out goggles and gloves. Then we were given standard wooden archery arrows with metal tips along with a legal disclaimer that we would not sue the company should an accident or DEATH occur. If we did not sign the disclaimer, we had to leave the room. (I’m not exaggerating!) Let’s just say there was a definite feeling of discomfort at this point!
We were then instructed to write our deepest fears on the arrow. OK, not too bad, the disclaimer was probably nothing.
Next came the demonstration of what we were going to do…
The sharp pointy tip of the arrow was to be placed in the soft crook of our neck. Another person would hold up their hand, the arrow wedged between our neck and their palm. We were to walk forward into the arrow and break it with our neck!
The room grew deathly silent.
I could feel the fear rising within me and noticed my stomach knotted and my hands shaking. Then I looked at my Mom.
Absolute terror was written across her face; she was doing everything she could to hold back the tears. Just a few years prior Mom had her entire thyroid, as well as a goiter the size of a baseball, removed from her neck. The mass was so large the doctors cut both of her vocal chords trying to remove it. As a result, Mom had completely lost her voice and was told she’d never talk again. But she was determined. It took everything she had, but miraculously, a few years later she could talk again! Now she was being instructed to put the tip of an arrow in the very section of her neck that been operated on and led to the loss of her voice.
In that moment I knew if Mom could go through with this, she would overcome every fear she’d ever had. I also knew Mom had succumbed to fear many times in her life and I desperately yearned for her to break through that cycle. If I showed fear, it would feed Mom’s fear and she would leave, never knowing what she was capable of. If I could overcome my fear, and be the calming presence, I could help Mom access her inner strength and go through with this.
The facilitators opened the doors for anyone who wanted to leave. I looked at Mom. She was pale as a ghost. My Dad looked at her and told her he knew she could do it. In that moment I chose to move beyond my own fear and access my inner strength and peace. My hands were still shaking, my stomach was still knotted up. I still felt fear in every ounce of my body. But I KNEW I could move beyond it. I KNEW there was strength within me and I could access it. I CHOSE to access it no matter how scared I was!
As soon as I made the choice, I began slowing down my breathing and my body using a bio feedback exercise. (The one I shared with you in last Friday’s issue of SFPNN.) I suddenly felt what I call “God energy” take over my body. I could feel calmness and strength replace the fear, shaking and knots. My logical mind was still nervous, but I was CHOOSING peace and strength. I BELIEVED they were within me and possible to access. And I was ACTING with these qualities. As I did, they continued to build.
I put on the glove and volunteered to hold the arrow for our entire group. There were a lot of relieved faces! Nobody wanted to be responsible if someone got hurt – which could easily happen if it was not done right.
Mark broke his arrow fairly easily. My Dad tried three times. His arrow wouldn’t break. Mom was growing paler by the minute watching Dad and looked part green and part gray! Dad decided he wasn’t going to let the arrow beat him and chose to really move forward through the fear. The arrow snapped into 3 pieces!
Then it was Mom’s turn. Dad, Mark and I all reassured her she could do it. Although none of us mentioned her previous surgery, we knew what she was thinking about. And we knew we had to get her through this. We all held the expectation of a positive outcome. Mom put the arrow to her neck, and against my palm. The fear was tangible and I have to admit to being more than a little nervous. But again, I chose inner strength and peace. (I had to.) This was the moment…
Mom was shaking but chose to move forward. Taking a deep breath, and gathering all her strength, she took the step and snapped that arrow right in half!
Our whole group applauded and Mom got lots of hugs. It wasn’t until after we had all broken our arrows that Mom shared with our group why this was such a traumatic experience for her.
We all learned a lot about accessing the strength and peace within us that day. And I personally realized we don’t have to give a lot of time or energy to feeling the lower emotions such as fear (or even anger or being hurt or anything else which drains our energy). Yes, we need to acknowledge them, but then we can CHOOSE a higher emotion such as strength or peace or love. WE can BELIEVE it exists within us and that we can access it INSTANTLY. And then we can ACT to invoke that emotion. It doesn’t have to take time. It does however take faith. And conscious choice. And follow through.
DO NOT attempt the arrow exercise on your own! However, I would like to encourage everyone (myself included) to practice tapping into your own inner strength, peace and higher qualities – instantly. Practice when you are in a good place. Then practice when the challenging times arise and inner peace and strength seem out of reach. Know they are accessible. CHOOSE them. BELIEVE you can access them. ACT to bring them forward through whatever is upsetting you.
It truly is a life changing experience.
With Peace, Love, Happiness, Health, and Prosperity…
Rev. Jeanette
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1.
Happy Birthday, Erik P.
May you continue to find the treasure within yourself as you grow and
explore life around you. Enjoy this year’s adventures and know that
you are here with a purpose… have fun finding it!
2.
Happy Birthday, Clayton J.
May you always realize the Divine Essence within you and allow it to
bless yourself and those around you. Let
your Light continue to shine as you step through each day allowing your faith
to guide you.
3.
What kind of day will today
be?
The
kind of
A little pro-active positive programming can go a long way
in creating our heart’s desires. All of our
thoughts have energy. Energy attracts
like energy. Think about your desires
for today. What would you like to experience in the next 24 hours? Allow yourself to see it manifesting in your
mind’s eye and feel it happening in your body so the energy of your thoughts
and emotions draws it to you. Affirm it on the lines below!
Today, I desire
and experience…
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I affirm the following positive reality:
“My thoughts, words and deeds are
directed by Divine Love.”
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Do you have a positive affirmation that works for you? Share your affirmation with SFPNN! It might be selected as one of next month’s daily affirmations!
E-mail us at: “AFFIRMATION”
4.
“Beliefs such as ‘there’s no way
this will happen,’ “it’s not my destiny,’ or ‘with my luck, things could never
work out,’ cease to be entertained. Instead,
you begin to expect that what you imagine for yourself is not only on the way –
it’s already here.”
— © Change
Your Thoughts, Change Your Life – by Dr. Wayne Dyer
5.
Have
YOU Experienced Soul Magic?
Miracles happen every day in every way. Those amazing things, big and small, which touch our heart and soul can seem absolutely magical. They often leave us with a profound feeling which goes beyond anything we can explain with logic. Sometimes they change us for just a brief moment, filling us to overflowing with awe and wonder, gratitude, a sense of connection to something bigger, or even renewed faith. Other times they are literally life changing.
As the editor of SFPNN, I personally invite you to share your Soul Magic experiences with us.
You don't have to be a professional writer, just talk into the page and tell us your story! E-mail: SOUL MAGIC
For more Soul Magic visit: http://www.sfpnn.com/soul_magic.htm
6. Soul Magic
MUSIC
by Patty
Sitting on the balcony outside our cabin aboard
the Carnival cruise ship, The Miracle, docked in St. Kitts, I was completely absorbed
in the spectacular scenery for what seemed to be an eternity. I couldn’t stop looking at it. It was just so gorgeous. I felt that I needed to write down my feelings
because of what was flowing through my mind and body at that time, so that is
what I did, which is what follows here.
We had just returned from our self-guided walking
tour on the island and I was sitting in the deck chair, relaxing, getting ready
to listen to music on my Ipod. The
mountains on this island were such a contrast to the
These songs are on my Ipod because of the type of music I enjoy; which is uplifting, encouraging, positive, meaningful lyrics that I love to listen to. Of course, they are mingled in with my favorite 70’s rock tunes also.
This is the third cruise that Dave and I have been on together in the three short years we have known each other after having detached from long marriages and setting out to find new adventures on our respective paths. Thankfully, we both enjoy cruising. There is no driving, no trying to find a place to eat, a place to stay or entertainment ideas, as these choices are always plentiful when cruising; not to mention being waited on day and night, and no cooking or cleaning!
As I sat enthralled in this tranquil moment, I
knew that all was well in my world and my life is truly on a path of happiness,
fulfillment and love. I am fortunate to
have the opportunity to have met someone special that shares many of the same
wants and desires that I do at this later stage of our lives. Everything is coming together like a puzzle,
as the pieces are starting to fit and my future looks extremely positive and
fulfilling.
As I finished writing down my thoughts, the last
song that played was “What a Wonderful World”, sung by Michael Buble. No song could
have been more appropriate. I had to wonder,
as I chuckled at the timing of the songs that played, if there was a higher
power orchestrating this symphony of music and scenery that I was experiencing,
letting me know that all is well in my world. Yes, I am sure there was! This was Soul Magic for sure. Just Believe . . . I do.
To view pictures from this experience visit:
http://www.sfpnn.com/SoulMagic/Soul2008/sm022608.htm
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Patty
7.
attention PET OWNERS &
Animal Lovers!
Has your life been touched by a special pet or an encounter with an
awesome animal?
Has your fur baby warmed your heart, brought a smile to your face or made you laugh out loud? Does you pet have a permanent place in your heart?
Have you encountered or observed an animal in the wild that left a strong impression on you or led you to an inspiring insight?
Share your “Fuzzy Tale” with SFPNN! E-mail your story (and a .jpg photo if you'd like) to “FUZZY TALES.”
We welcome all the tales you have to tell!
View the Fuzzy Tales at: http://www.sfpnn.com/misty.htm#FuzzyTales
8.
Fuzzy Tales
Princess
by Michael T. Smith
I wanted to share with
you, Princess passed away this afternoon at
She’d been sick for
some time, taking heart medication—after 14 years, her little heart gave out. I
laid and talked to her all day, until she took her last breath. We think she
had a stroke this morning, but she didn’t seem to be in pain. Will, our builder, built her a sweet little
casket. I wrapped her in the baby blanket she came home in when she was a
puppy.
Love you guys.
Deb
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The above is an email I received on
Deb and I met in a writing chat room in 1996. My family and
I lived in
Deb talked about her little dog often. She’d tell me how
Princess would follow her around the house, sit beside
her on the sofa, and how friendly she was to guests.
A year and a half later, Deb invited my family and me to
visit. We drove for two days and arrived at Deb’s exhausted. Deb was at the
door waiting. For the first time, I hugged the friend I’d never met. We met
Deb’s husband, Bruce, and their two beautiful daughters, Tara and Tasha.
“And this,” Deb said pointing, “Is Princess.”
I looked down. There at our feet, was a small white Bichon Frise. She stared up at me, feathery tail wiggling, waiting to be acknowledged. “Hello, Princess! I’ve heard a lot about you.” I reached out and rubbed her head. “You’re as beautiful as Deb said you were.”
Later visits were the same. Princess would wait to be
acknowledged. She loved attention.
Princess was special. She wouldn’t get on the furniture unless there was a blanket for her to lie on. If the blanket wasn’t there, she’d put her paws up, and wait for someone to spread it for her. During our first visit, Princess started doing it to me. She wanted to sit with me. A year later, we returned for another visit. Deb and Princess met us at the door again. Princess yelped and ran in circles. She remembered us.
Some nights, Deb and I sat in the screen-room on her patio
and talked all night long. Princess would sleep on a lounger, content to be
near us.
A few months after our second visit, I received a job offer
in
I helped in her beautiful flower gardens, cleaned gutters,
cooked breakfast, and did whatever needed to be done. Every Friday night, there
was Princess, waiting to greet me; her tail still wiggling. If I ignored her,
she’d put her head down and follow me around until I petted her and said hello.
I was in a new country, missing my family, and lonely. Princess seemed to sense this, and gave me her
unconditional love.
One evening we were sitting in the den. Deb asked,
“Princess, where’s Michael? Do you see Michael?” Princess ran to me. She’d
learned my name.
After my family joined me in
There could be up to thirty people mingling in any given
room. I’d look down, and there’d be Princess, in the middle of all those shoes.
A foot would move and Princess would dance back and to the side. She watched
for dropped food and somehow avoided being stepped on.
It’s been almost two years since I last saw Princess. She
was still the same loving little dog, but she moved slower and needed help
getting on and off the sofa. Now she’s gone. I’ll never see her again. We’ll
miss you Princess. You leave us with tears in our eyes and many wonderful
memories.
— © Michael T. Smith
For more Fuzzy Tales, http://www.sfpnn.com/misty.htm#FuzzyTales
9. Tuesday Trivia
Did You Know…?
Cinnamon increases insulin sensitivity, which helps enhance the satiety center in your brain (and also reduces blood sugar levels as well as cholesterol levels).
— © YOU
on a Diet – by Mehmet C. Oz ,
Michael F. Roizen
10.
God Given Daisies — by
The Three C's:
Choices, Character,
Working with troubled teens for
many years I find myself still picking words that say the most in the shortest
form and then trying to get people to elaborate on their meaning.
Three of my favorite words
then, and now, are: choices, character and conduct.
Choices: "The choices we make set which
Character and Conduct: "Conduct is what we do; Character is
what we are." — E. M. Bounds
The site CharacterCounts.org teaches the six pillars of character. They are: Trustworthiness, Respect,
Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship.
There are even sites that teach ethics… Ethics in business, ethics in public administration, and ethics in sports.
As these things are taught more
in our society, people will be happier. We
will believe in mankind more, and not be as skeptical when someone does
something nice without looking for a reward.
When we give freely, we do reap
the rewards in recognizing our own self-worth and blessings we receive.
And yes we can make a
difference in the world today and in someone's life along the way ... and it's
all free. It will not cost us one dime
to accomplish.
We can be trustworthy. We can
treat all people with respect and fairness. We can show responsibility and
caring in our homes and in the communities in which we live, and being good
citizens of the community, the nation, the earth and the universe.
And today, right now, this very minute, you can make a difference in someone's life... It doesn't cost anything. It's a great choice and shows great character and conduct...
SMILE!
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E-mail Carole
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