Rainbows, Potholes & Nuggets of Gold
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Rainbows, Potholes & Nuggets of Gold
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To Thine Own Self be True From birth we are groomed for marriage and babies. Sometimes a career or dream will take precedence, but for most of us it’s domesticity. Even if we pursue those other aspects, marriage and babies always seem to be a huge part of our life plan. How often though do we teach our daughter and/or granddaughter to seek, listen to and honor her soul? I’m not talking about the words of the world or voices of their piers. I’m talking about the still, small voice inside, the wisdom and direction we can only gain by going within. Going to God. From the time I could articulate, my desire was to be a wife and mother; a stay-home mom who would create a wonderful life and beautiful memories for my family. Not a bad dream, but not once did I sit quietly and check with my soul before jumping into the relationships that resulted from that ambition. Is it any wonder the “stay home” part never materialized? Though not disastrous, the results of my choices were less stellar than they could have been had I simply asked…. Is this the path I’m supposed to be on? Do I have another purpose? Is this the person to help fulfill my destiny? No, I just did as my heart urged, dealt with what life handed me thereafter, and devoted my whole being to the tasks, wrapping my entire identity into being So and So’s mother or Such and Such’s wife. My initial impatience to fulfill my “life purpose” ended in divorce. The second attempt was the exact opposite. The love we experienced rivaled that of the best romance novel. Life was a carousel of laughter and tears, adventure, and fun. In twenty years, we had less than a handful of minor disagreements and even fewer major ones. My hero wasn’t perfect. Far from it. However he had my heart and I, his and I knew I’d found my happy-ever-after. Until he died and everything fell apart. I had no idea who I was or what I was supposed to be doing. My reason behind nearly everything I did–the very breath I took–was gone. My purpose ripped out from under me. Over the years of grief and growth, search, and discovery, I’ve learned to be still and to ask, then to listen for and honor the answers that come from the wisdom within my own soul. I can’t say I’ve perfected the process. Self-care, growth, and discovery are lifelong developments. I still get confused by the voices of those who love me and those whom I love, the society we live in and the world at large. I don’t always make the right choice or decision. Sometimes I’m afraid to rock the boat or veer too far from the conventional wisdom with which I was raised or taught. But I try. Which is more than a lot of women can say. I believe along with traditional education–religious and secular–we should teach our children, especially daughters, the art of meditative prayer, to listen to and honor their soul and to be true to their deepest self. Not in a selfish or rebellious manner, but with honesty and truth, kindness, and grace. But until we as a collective whole see the absolute necessity of this, it’s never too early or late to cultivate this practice in our and our children’s lives. Nor does it take long. Studies have proven it takes between 16-18 seconds to change a thought and sustained for that minute amount of time, the brain has the power to attract similar reflections, thereby propelling the trajectory of your day–and therefore, your life–in the direction of your attentions. Start with five minutes, 2 or 3 times a day. Set a timer if you have to. Pick a thought or emotion you’d like to exemplify in your daily life: Love, peace, joy or if your desire is more spiritual in nature, Jesus, God, Angels. Inhale (deep breaths) on the thought then listen to the silence as you exhale. If your mind starts to wander, gently bring it back to your point of concentration. Before long, you’ll reap the benefits of regular, focused prayer/meditation and you’ll find yourself making time for longer interludes. As you develop your practice, keep a journal or notebook handy and jot down imaginations or ideas that come to you, solutions to problems and even answers to prayer or petition. Most of all seek answers to the most important questions in your life and take time to connect to the deepest part of you. Your soul. Your self. Something to think about... PamT
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I have a confession to make... I am a Science Nerd. I never thought of myself as one but there you go. I did love Science in high school. In fact, I participated in the Science Fair at McNeese State University my freshman year. But, what I didn't like was Biology, specifically diasecting insects and amphibians. UGH. However, in recent years my love of the Scientific proof of techniques such as EFT/Tapping and Meditation on the body and brain have rekindled my fascination with the physical/mental/emotional/spiritual part of us humans. Bliss Brain is one such book. Don't worry, I'll discuss others here, after all, that's what this blog is all about. Anyway, I listened to an interview with Dawson Church during this year's Tapping Solution World Summit mentioned in a previous post and, hearing his story of surviving the 2017 wildfires of CA, I had to have this book! The founder of EFT University, Dr. Church explains how years of practicing meditation combined with EFT aided him and his wife in dealing with the tragedy. The book contains many stories of others who've been helped by his EcoMeditation -- which only takes 15 minutes a day--and includes many Scientific studies. He describes the components of the brain and how they work with the body and within our reality. What I love most about books such as Bliss Brain is that they contain practical applications of the processes explained within. Dr. Churche's Deepening Practices and Extended Play Resources at the end of each chapter (which include a link to a free Ecomeditation), if followed, makes for a richer experience than reading alone. If you like having proof before trying techniques such as EFT and Meditation, or you're a Science Nerd like me, read Bliss Brain for yourself! Until next time, take care and be blessed. PamT I mentioned yesterday my intention to blog more regularly here and to share books, interviews, podcasts, etc. that inspire me on my spiritual path. Next Level Soul with Alex Ferrari is one such podcast! His guests range from spiritual teachers/leaders of today to NDE survivors to evidential mediums and more. Like anything we read or listen to, there will be some guests or topics that do not resonate, but those who do.... Wow! Alex's questions are curious and insightful and his laugh is absolutely contageous. If you find yourself with some time to spare, visit his website, or check out his podcast on YouTube or Other Platforms and listen to a few episodes. I promise you'll glean a nugget of gold or two from them. Another podcast and host I really love and adore is The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes. Lewis is another whose podcast guests are educated, insightful and caring about the world and the people in it. His interview style and depth of curiosity and desire to help people know and understand Who they ARE is one of the best and I tune in to his show on a regular basis. Lewis's podcast can be found on YouTube and his website as well as other media outlets. He also has a website, Greatness.com that is a wealth of information on various topics from Mindset to Money and Relationships. I have yet to read his books but listening to, and learning from, Lewis and his guests are definite rainbows in my universe of learning more about who I am as a spiritual being having a human experience. I hope you'll check out these two podcast hosts and stay tuned here for more inspiring books and people to help you along your own spiritual path. Until next time, remember.... Everything in life is 90% perception PamT I honestly thought I would be more active on this blog. It's not that I haven't watched or read anything uplifting or educational that I'd love to share. Frankly I'm not sure where to start. I had to dig up my old files to find previous Pamela's Pondering articles and my intentions are to post regularly. And I Will! Today though, I'll mention two things.... #1: I watched Episodes 1, 2 and 3 of The Chosen at the theatre its opening weekend and let me tell you I was impressed, stunned and shocked all in the span of 3 short hours. I can't wait to see the next 5 episodes first in theaters then on the app and finally when I can buy the DVD's. YES, I am THAT obsessed with this show! Watch the Trailer HERE: https://fb.watch/q3Bq0dN-Lc/ Better yet, wathc THIS ONE! https://www.facebook.com/DallasJenkinsOfficial/videos/337758345907914 Secondly is the reason for this blog post.... My Next FREE Life Coaching Class: Discover Your Beautiful Authentic Self.... Feb 18th 2-4 pm Edgemont Healing Center 1800 Kirkman St. Lake Charles (corner of Kirkman & 10th) LADIES…Do you spend most of your time doubting and belittling yourself? As far back as we can trace, women have been considered inferior to men. The “weaker” sex. What should have been motivation for our protection, has turned into a means by which we are oppressed, and sometimes, abused. Or at the very least made to feel “less than.” Shame, guilt, unworthiness, self-doubt, self-loathing, and perfectionism have been programmed into us from the moment we are born, and if we daresay, throughout our generational history. But NO MORE! Join Author and Life Coach Pamela S Thibodeaux as she takes us on a journey to discover our beautiful authentic self. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring your journal and yoga mat (we’ll be sitting on the floor) and get ready to Discover Your Beautiful Authentic Self! The class is free although donations are greatly appreciated. *Suggested donation $20.00 RSVP HERE: https://www.facebook.com/events/1020376189064076 Hope to see you there! Until Next Time.....Look forward to more interesting, engaging posts. PamT WHERE: Edgemont Healing Center 1800 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, LA WHEN: Sunday Jan 21st - 2-4pm Focus: Journaling/Scripting and Vision Book/Board Do you believe Journaling, Scripting, or creating a Vision Book/Board can change your life? Your reality? Your current circumstances? Although our intentions, resolutions, and goals are made in all sincerity, Science has proven that humans use a mere fraction of our brain’s capacity and that we tend to give up or quit trying before we’ve created new neuropathways in our gray matter. Is it any wonder our life doesn’t change?! According to Dr. Joe Dispenza, “whatever links in the brain, sinks in the brain.” Let’s begin 2024 by incorporating healthy thinking and speaking patterns to change and/or improve our life! In this 2 hour workshop Pamela S Thibodeaux will teach on the effectiveness of journaling, scripting, and/or vision books/boards along with simple, easy steps to incorporate this into your daily life. Bring your own journal. Can be as expensive or inexpensive as you wish. Plain, fancy or as simple as a notebook you’d buy for your child’s schoolwork. Benefits of the Class *Understand the Science behind journaling and visioning *These techniques reduce anxiety *help you sort out options and *see opportunities you may not see otherwise. *Improve clarity *Identify your goals and prioritize them then break them down into manageable steps. *Release your innate creativity *Have Fun and See Results! The class is free although donations are greatly appreciated. *Suggested donation $20.00 RSVP Here: www.facebook.com/events/843018010844203 |
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I've been on a spiritual quest most of my adult life. In the last 40+ years I've listened to podcasts & interviews, and read books by some of the worlds most popular Religious, Spiritual and New Thought leaders. I've shared the information in different formats such as Pamela's Ponderings in TWJ Magazine which is no longer a viable website. Therefore, some content you may recognize, other will be new. Either way I hope to encourage and inspire you with every post! AuthorPamela S Thibodeaux is a native of SWLA. She is an award-winning author, life coach, and spiritual mentor. Follow Me
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