Carnival of Healing #65 – Holiday Edition

December 23, 2006 | 6 Comments

Welcome to the Holiday edition of the Carnival of Healing. It’s been a while since I last hosted this Carnival, but as always, it is an honor to be hosting this carnival and all of the amazing entries.

With the Solstice behind us, Christmas in the air, and New Year’s Eve just around the bend, it seems appropriate to highlight a few carnival entries that focus on staying healthy – and sane – during this season..

The holidays can definitely be a time for celebration and joy. But, for many, they can also be a time of stress, overwhelm and exhaustion. I know that during this past week, I’ve found myself bouncing between the festive feelings of the season and the edge of overwhelm pressing in on me from the needs of year-end projects and tasks. I’ve noticed a few others, as well, around here that seem to be displaying some traits of this holiday-induced split personality disorder.

How do you stay connected to the positive feelings of the season? What tools do you have in place to disengage from the overwhelm, de-stress yourself and feel the joy?

One of my favorite things is to sing holiday songs. Yup, I’m a sucker for a good Christmas Carole. And when you think about it, it makes sense; most holiday songs are uplifting, focused on joy and peace and love. The songs at this time of year are, for me at least, a welcomed respite from the usual songs we hear throughout the year.

Now lets hear from our Carnival authors. I have a feeling you’re going to find some great tips for staying healthy and enjoying this holiday season fully!

First, Caroline Latham presents 5 Holiday Health Tips. From a 10-minute Spa Shower to Deep Breathing, these are simple, powerful tools to help you get through any stressful holiday obstacle that you might encounter.

As the year winds to a close, Hueina Su reminds us that this is a wonderful time to Review, Reflect, Rejoice and Re-focus Taking the time to look back on 2006 and ahead to 2007 can certainly help you ring in the New Year with clarity, focus and passion.

David, at the Glittering Muse, gives us this entry filled with wonderful Seasonal Poems, to help remind us of what is important this time of year. Poems are such powerful tools for keeping us out of our minds and anchoring us in our hearts – a wonderful place to be at this time of year!

And, in our final featured entry for this edition, I highly recommend that you head over to Zen Chill and read A Different Holiday Wish List by Raymond David Salas. David’s wish list serves to remind us all of what is truly important in this season, and at all times.
Now here are the best of the rest. All wonderful entries definitely worth a read.

Laura Young presents The Path is Made by Walking: Insight is Optional.

Cindy Hebbard, herbalist and wellness educator presents Health and Nutrition – True or False – Part One .

Maria Yu presents Cost of Personal Development and Spiritual Growth.

Caroline Latham presents Two Feet of Free Therapy.

Vreni Gurd presents The Economics of Self-Awareness .

Aparna presents Tulsi (Basil) to cure skin problems.

Anna Farmery presents Widows Quest Â» Personal Reflection to Move from Survival to Living again.

Madeleine Begun Kane presents Is Mental Health Overrated?

That’s it. I hope you have enjoyed this holiday edition of the Carnival of Healing.

Last week’s carnival was hosted at Otherlights.

Next week’s carnival will be hosted at Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul.

And you can view the archives and volunteer to host a future edition at the Carnival of Healing homepage.

May this holiday season be filled with peace, joy, and abundance.

Posted by Edward Mills | Filed Under Carnival, blogs

Carnival Of Healing Entries Still Being Accepted

December 22, 2006 | Leave a Comment

As the host of tomorrow’s Carnival of Healing, I was supposed to put out a call for entries earlier this week. My apologies for not doing so.

Because of my lapse, I am going to extend the submission deadline through today. If you would still like to submit an entry for tomorrow’s carnival, you can still do so through the end of the day today. I am especially interested in entries that focus on healing and self-care during the holidays.
In order to facilitate the submission process, please use the Law of Attraction Carnival submission form and add a note in the “Remarks” box that you are submitting for the Carnival of Healing.

Please note that if you have already submitted an entry through the Carnival of Healing submission form, you do NOT need to resubmit. Phylameana has forwarded all of the entries to me.

Thanks and tune in tomorrow for the Carnival of Healing!

Posted by Edward Mills | Filed Under Carnival, Healing, blogs

Carnival of Healing #52 – A Time of Balance

September 23, 2006 | 6 Comments

Welcome to the September edition of the Carnival of Healing.

I’m not much of a believer in “coincidence,” so when I realized that this edition falls on the Autumnal Equinox and during Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) I sensed that there might be some symbolic knowledge for you and me.

While I no longer practice Judaism, I was raised in a reform Jewish family, and one of the few holidays that we always observed was the Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah, which began last night at sundown and ends at tomorrow’s sunset, is a time to begin introspection, a time to look back at the missteps of the past year and to consciously begin charting our course for the new year. It is a time to honor our ability to dream, envision the direction of our life. In Law of Attraction terms, it is a time to deliberately intend and pre-pave our life in the coming year. One ritual act associated with this holiday is eating apples dipped in honey, a symbol of our wish for a sweet new year. What a wonderful reminder and what a lovely intention.

It is no coincidence either that this powerful Jewish holiday occurs near, and this year, on the Autumnal Equinox which occurred at 12:05am EDT this morning. This first day of autumn is a day of balance. Light and darkness are equal and we sense ourselves being drawn into the dark time of the year. We are also at the peak of the harvest. My backyard garden is overflowing with tomatoes and squash and beans. It is a time of gratitude for all that we have grown during the past year. And a time to acknowledge and accept the areas of our life that we have left untended and set our intention to be more mindful and nurturing of those parts of ourselves.

The entries for this edition tie in beautifully to this time of year. They provide us with insightful ways to deepen our self-awareness, as well as practical reminders of how to nurture our dreams as well as our bodies.

Let’s begin over at Stellar Self, where Mary Guarino, PhD., recently discovered a Farmer’s Market at the height of the harvest and writes, “It was a total feast for the eyes, with a whole rainbow of colors in the form of a wide array of fruit and vegetable varieties.” She goes on to remind us that there is no better way to nurture ourselves than to eat fresh, locally grown produce.

Over at the Glittering Muse, David Garnet has written a wonderful, honest exploration of how a physical condition, when approached with awareness, can lead to a profound understanding of a deeper issue. He writes, “Just knowing or thinking about these things helps me begin to heal.” This time of year is perfect for exploring our inner world.

Patricia, at A Better You, has an inspirational and practical entry on visioning your future. Dream Your Dreams to Achieve Greatness and Inspire the World. She starts by reminding us that, “It is not selfish to dream, nor unproductive to envision, for all innovation begins with inviting imagination.”

Over at Live Consciously, Ben Spencer gives a glimpse of Clean Language and shows us how the metaphors we use in our language such as: I’m up against a wall. I’m lost in the dark. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and I’m wasted can have a profound impact on our lives.

Interestingly, there were two submissions on sleep disorders. At this time of year, as the sun sets earlier, getting enough good sleep becomes even more important. If you ever have trouble sleeping, check out these articles for some good information.

First, All Tips and Tricks has this entry on How you can tell if your have a sleep disorder.

And then check out this practical article on treating insomnia over at the To Better Health blog,

Over at the Healthy Nut, there’s another inspiring story about the author’s personal triumph over type 2 diabetes.

And finally, Joanne Hay has a very informative entry on raw milk and why it’s so healthy for you.

And while you’re over at Joanne’s blog be sure to check out her entry on the Nourishing Meme. I responded to it here, and Phylameana, the organizer of the Carnival of Healing responded to it here,

If you liked this edition, be sure to check out the Carnival of Healing homepage which has links to all of the editions.

The next edition will be hosted at Live Consciously.

I hope you enjoyed this round up of healing blog entries. And I hope you find some time today, or in the next few days, to honor all that you have accomplished this year and begin dreaming your grand new dreams for the coming months.

And may these next months and beyond be filled with the crispness of fresh fall apples dipped in the sweetness of honey.

Posted by Edward Mills | Filed Under Carnival, Healing, Intentions, Well-Being, blogs

Law of Attraction

September 1, 2006 | 63 Comments

Law of Attraction Resources

Welcome to the Law of Attraction Resource Page!

Here you will find many valuable and mostly free Law of Attraction resources to help you become a more effective Deliberate Creator. There is a wealth of material here, so bookmark this page so that you can return here whenever you want another “hit” of Law of Attraction information and inspiration!

Law of Attraction Books, CDs and DVDs

First here are some Law of Attraction books, CDs, and DVDs that I highly recommend:

Excuse Me, Your Life Is Waiting: The Astonishing Power of Feelings

by Lynn Grabhorn

This was the book that got me started on my path of Deliberate Creation. I love Lynn’s down to earth, funny and tell-it-like-it-is style. This book is a great place to start your Law of Attraction exploration. And if you’re an experienced Deliberate Creator, it provides a nice counterpoint to some of the more “classic” Law of Attraction books.

The Secret (Original Edition)

Rhonda Byrne and a cast of Law of Attraction experts.

By now you’ve watched The Secret. Right? Well if you haven’t, or if you’d like to introduce someone else to the Law of Attraction, this DVD provides a wonderful way way into the world of Deliberate Creation. Don’t stop here though: To be a successful Deliberate Creator, you need a lot more depth than they provide in The Secret!

Money, and the Law of Attraction: Learning to Attract Wealth, Health, and Happiness

Esther and Jerry Hicks

Is money an issue in your life? Well this book that explores the teachings of Abraham related to money and more provides some wonderful insights as well as practical processes for increasing wealth in all areas of your life.

Ask and It Is Given: Learning to Manifest Your Desires

by Esther and Jerry Hicks

Probably the “classic” Law of Attraction book. Part one provides an overview of the Law of Attraction from the perspective of “Abraham,” a group of non-physical beings who share their knowledge through Esther Hicks. Part two offers a set of powerful processes for activating and integrating the Law of Attraction into your daily life.

Highly recommended!

The Energetics of Attraction

And I have to put in a plug for my Law of Attraction Digital Learning Course, The Energetics of Attraction!

This is a course for serious Deliberate Creators who want to take their Law of Attraction work to the next level. In this course, you’ll learn how to work directly at the vibrational level to power-up your ability to attract your Heart’s Desires and create a truly magnificent life.

Check it out, and be sure to sign up for the free Energetics of Attraction Resource Package while you’re there!

Law of Attraction Blog Carnival

For almost 2-years, Evolving Times was the host of the Law of Attraction Blog Carnival. All of the carnival editions are still available. And they all have links to excellent Law of Attraction articles and resources. You could spend a long time going through these past editions. So take your time and enjoy!

Past Editions:

Law of Attraction Carnival #1: Beginnings
Welcome to the August 22, 2006 edition of The Law of Attraction Carnival. What fun it is to intend something and watch with joyous anticipation and expectation as it comes to fruition!

Law of Attraction Carnival #2: Desire
The Law of Attraction is very clear about Desire: Desire is good. Wanting is good. Desire fuels our expansion and through our expansion the Universe expands. The Law of Attraction provides a wonderful balance and foil to the sometimes strict, ascetic principles of many spiritual teachings.

Law of Attraction Carnival #3: JOY
The topic of this edition is Joy. If you have spent any time at all studying the Law of Attraction you know that much of the information focuses on joy. Joy, it is said, is one of the most positively attractive vibrations that you can offer to the Universe. When you are feeling joy you are aligned with your desires, you are connected to Source, and you are drawing to you, things, people and events that are aligned with your desires.

Law of Attraction Carnival #4: General Roundup
This is the first General Roundup of great Law of Attraction articles from around the blogosphere.

Law of Attraction Carnival #5: Emotions
The topic of this edition is The Role of Emotions in the Law of Attraction. We’ve got a great group of submissions, some directly related to the topic others a bit more tangentially related. But they’re all great and worth a read!

Law of Attraction Carnival #6: The Power of Intention
There is a distinct difference between intention and Intention. How many times have you set an intention only to realize a few days or weeks or months later that you were not fully committed to its manifestation? And how long have you continued to push even after you have lost the enthusiasm that caused you to embark on that path?

Law of Attraction Carnival #7: Gratitude
Those of us here in the US, just celebrated our holiday of gratitude, Thanksgiving. Regardless of what you might think about the history and origin of the holiday, the intention of Giving Thanks is extremely powerful. Spending a day focused on gratitude is a wonderful way to experience the many benefits of gratitude.

Law of Attraction Carnival #8: General Roundup
There were more than 25 submissions for this edition. Fortunately, or not, depending on your perspective, not all of them were directly related to the Law of Attraction. And since this carnival focuses specifically on the Law of Attraction, those entries will not be included.

Law of Attraction Carnival #9: The Art of Allowing
I sure have had fun watching this Law of Attraction Carnival grow and evolve from the first edition on August 22nd through this final edition of the year. It has been wonderful to welcome new bloggers and also to connect with and get to know some truly inspiring bloggers on the leading edge of thought.

Law of Attraction Carnival #10: Creative Visioning

Law of Attraction Carnival #11: The Power of Intention: Attraction via Intending (hosted by Phylameana at healing.about.com)

Law of Attraction Carnival #12: General Roundup

Law of Attraction Carnival #13: Physical Health

Law of Attraction Carnival # 14: The Secret

Law of Attraction Carnival # 15: Emotions & Success (Hosted by Aaron Potts)

Law of Attraction Carnival #16: Money

Law of Attraction Carnival #17: General Roundup

Law of Attraction Carnival #18: Relationships and the Law of Attraction

Law of Attraction Carnival #19: Money (Hosted at Live The Power)

Law of Attraction Carnival #20: Desire

Law of Attraction Carnival #21: General Roundup