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Fear is that little darkroom where negatives develop.  ~ Michael Pritchard
<\/span><\/i>
Did you know that scientists have now proven that our thoughts are real? It’s true. <\/span><\/font><\/p>\n

Our thoughts
\nnot only do matter…they are matter. Everyday, whether we realize it
\nor not, our thoughts and actions are actively creating the world around
\nus. Having an awareness of this is increasingly important as a means of
\nprevention, because quite simply, fear is fast becoming a silent
\nepidemic.  <\/p>\n

Some people are truly struggling, and facing
\ndifficult situations. But at a time when we are faced with great
\nuncertainty, economic crisis, constant negativity and bad news, we need
\nto become more proactive and resilient in our efforts to stay positive,
\ngrounded and connected to what is good and real, rather than focused on
\nfear. <\/p>\n

Let me explain what I mean: If we continue to stay
\nfocused on the bad and negative, it not only causes us to be more
\nvulnerable, but collectively it strengthens the real possibility that
\nthings will only continue to get worse. Wherever we are putting our
\nthoughts, intentions and actions, individually and collectively, can
\nand will affect the outcome of all of our lives<\/p>\n

Your mind alone
\nhas more connections and neurons firing than there are stars in the
\nentire Milky Way Galaxy. We are that powerful! And just as the universe
\nis constantly changing outside of us, we are each, within our own minds
\n(an entire universe of it’s own!)  impacting the world around us.
\nThat’s why it is so important that we work together to deflect negative
\nforces out there!<\/p>\n

So, I am calling for a new diet – a 30-Day
\nFast from Fear – a program that can help spiritually inoculate you from
\nnegativity and darkness. Fear simply breeds more fear and does not
\nproduce anything positive or life-affirming. Fear is the enemy but one
\nthat we can defeat through our commitment to daily right action. <\/p>\n

We
\nare living in perhaps one of the most interesting and powerful times
\never in the history of the world. Yes, I know it feels uncomfortable,
\nbut we have great power and potential within us and we can and must be
\nresourceful and resilient.  <\/p>\n

For the next thirty days I invite
\nyou to participate in this 30-Day Fast from Fear Program. It will help
\nyou to stay positive, grounded and connected to God. It can’t hurt and
\nit may just help you create a whole new way of living your life.<\/p>\n

Follow these steps everyday for thirty days – it’ll take less than ten minutes day!
<\/span><\/font><\/p>\n

Pray upon rising:  <\/strong>Thank
\nyou for this day and for the rich opportunities this day will bring
\nforward. I pray for your love and light to guide me in all my 
\nendeavors,  that I am safe, that I am protected, that I am free to
\nexpress my gifts, that I may have work that fulfills me and nourishes
\nmy life, personally and financially. I am eternally grateful for all
\nthat is and have complete faith and trust that all my needs are met.
\nAnd so it is. Amen<\/p>\n

Shower Meditation- Cleanse Your Fears Away: <\/strong>Start
\nthe water in your shower and begin to visualize yourself stepping
\nbeneath a warm, healing waterfall. As you step into the water
\n(literally) imagine yourself standing in the most beautiful, serene
\nplace on earth, immersed in healing waters. Simply stand and allow the
\nwater to run over you, and say the words, “I am cleansed of all
\nnegativity and fear, I am free, whole and complete.” Repeat this
\nseveral times before resuming your shower.<\/p>\n

Daily affirmation:<\/strong>
\nRepeat this daily affirmation before you leave your home each day: “I
\nsurrender fear and choose to guided by faith in all my actions and
\nchoices today.”<\/p>\n

Reality Check:<\/strong> Whenever
\nfeelings of fear or negativity arise, ask yourself if there is any real
\nor present danger to your well-being. If not, then know that any fear
\nyou may be feeling is simply a projection (like a movie), because no
\nreal danger exists. Remind yourself that F.E.A.R. means False  Evidence
\nAppearing Real (as written by Unity Founder, Charles Fillmore.)  Write
\nthis down on a post-it: “F.E.A.R. means False Evidence Appearing Real.”
\nPlace it on your computer at work or somewhere highly visible at home
\nas a constant reminder.<\/p>\n

Practice Gratitude Daily:<\/strong>
\nChoose one thing everyday to focus on that you have to be grateful for
\nand keep your attention focused on gratitude for this throughout the
\nday. Today I am grateful for…(fill in the blank.)<\/p>\n

Keep a Fear Buster Journal. <\/strong>Write
\nout any fearful, fretful, angry or negative thoughts that may have come
\nup during the day into your journal. Get these thoughts outside of your
\nmind and energetic space at the end of each day. Thoughts do matter! Do
\nnot house negative or fearful thoughts inside of you…move them out in
\nhealthy ways.<\/p>\n

Practice Generosity. <\/strong>Challenge
\nyourself to do one generous thing for someone else everyday. Open a
\ndoor, carry someone’s groceries, offer to baby-sit for a friend, call
\nyour mother and tell her how much she has given you, tell your child
\nhow much you appreciate who they are and what they bring to your life,
\ntake your dog for a walk. Generosity comes in many forms and is always
\nlife-affirming.<\/p>\n

Say this blessing every evening before going to sleep: <\/strong>Please b<\/span>less
\nthis night and guide me to a restful sleep filled with dreams that
\nenlighten and show me the way. May I awaken renewed with abounding
\nfaith and a grateful heart, ready to receive and celebrate the gift of
\na new day, your most gracious present. And so it is. Amen.<\/span><\/font><\/p>\n

Peace and Blessings!<\/font><\/span><\/pre>\n
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