SUCCESS OR FAILURE...LIFE IS A TRIP - DON'T FALL!

© 2013 - Reprinted with permission from Shining Lotus Metaphysical Bookstore Newsletter June 13

by Mario C. Veo

There is a simple “Secret” to a happy, fulfilling Life – Change…wonderful, joyous, unexpected, challenging (but never boring) Change…unfortunately too many of us don’t know how to embrace this with enough flexibility to make it work correctly. Change is inevitable – every day we grow older (not necessarily wiser), every day we face totally unexpected events (have you ever swallowed a fly…inadvertently of course), every day we repeat the same mundane actions hoping that Life will keep on being what we expect…well, accept this, it simply is not going to.

So, why is that…?

Here is the great “Secret” – we are part of an ever expanding Universe and , if we wish to succeed, we’d better keep up with it!! It is always, and only, our Choice – we can grow, expend, blossom, discover new gifts and abilities…or not… We can choose to b#tch and moan, complain endlessly that “no matter what I do, it simply doesn’t work“…well, keep this up and only Disease, Disorder, and Destruction will remain available to you (not the Triple-Ds I am fond of).

So, what can we do…?

This month is dedicated to Self-Empowerment, to releasing all our struggles and limiting ideas – be these of poor health or self-esteem, financial difficulties of lack of Higher Guidance…no longer submissive, but Self-Empowered to create whatever we wish…and a lot more! It is my firm belief that Life is for living…joyfully and abundantly (otherwise God would not have created Chocolate!), and I will gladly share with you all that I’ve learned on my interesting Journey. So, if you are facing health challenges, disruptive Karmas, struggling with Manifestation, or in need of Protection…I welcome you to join our classes (don’t worry, we’re all in the same boat, paddling as fast as we can…but, trust me, we ARE going in the right direction!).

Mario C. Veo was born in Italy and grew up in Africa. From an early age his love for Spirituality and Metaphysics led him to explore a wide range of disciplines. He has studied with Sufis, Shamans and Spiritual Masters from around the world. Mario is a senior T’ai Chi and Chi Gong instructor, a Spiritual Counselor, Shaman and Healer, and teaches classes and individuals on Personal Transformation, Empowerment, Manifestation and Spiritual Alignments. He is available for personal guidance and consultations.
Mario is the featured reader on Tuesdays from 12:30pm to 6pm at the Shining Lotus™. He is also available from 12:30pm to 6pm on the last Sunday of every month.

TREES AND THE SPIRIT OF THEIR WISDOM

© 2013 - Reprinted with permission from Shining Lotus Metaphysical Bookstore Newsletter June 13

by Denise Montoya

Trees grace us with an unusual allure; as individualistic as we are.   The wisdom of a tree is truly beautiful, and they unfold with each season.  Let us learn from trees; focusing on nature and releasing of stresses.  Trees stand in their abundance for us to view, each spirited woody perennial gives life to the fullest creation. Their roots go deep and thrive with each new beginning.   The attention given to each root, each branch, and leaf shows in their exultant growth.  They stand tall and with their natural qualities, and their growth extends beyond limitations. The types are of a vast list. Each tree has a lesson in the amount of water it can devour.  One type the aspen, will share its water available with those of its family.   They know that water is the gift of life and will always take in what is given.  As rain and snow provide moisture, trees stand majestically, and partake in the beatific and bring forth new maturation. Let us enjoy trees; as they are fruitful with shade, fruit and blossoms.   There here for their true purpose providing us with the miracle of their fruition.  Let us begin to follow in their roots as we live life to the fullest.  The following poem gives the message of what the simple but yet miraculous trees have to say.

Stand tall and proud.

Sink your roots deep into earth.

Be content with your natural beauty.

Go out on a limb.

Drink plenty of water.

Remember your roots.

Enjoy the view.

by Ilan Shamir

Denise Montoya has over 1000 hours of training and over four years experience teaching yoga, breathing, and meditation techniques. Let yoga be an avenue for your inner calmness, peace and tranquility. Yoga can offer many benefits for your body and mind. It regulates our heart rate and increases oxygen up take. It can increase your energy, improve digestion, and reduce stress.

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