FEBRUARY: Re-Form-Ation or Re-Vision
“There is another way to see the world.” ACIM
On several occasions, the media has referred to the changes we are experiencing due to the pandemic—as a time of “reformation,” as has been known throughout history. But, to re-form something can be like rearranging the chairs on the deck of the titanic. Everything of “form” is part of the illusory dream. Real change comes from changing the source. Our mind is the source.
Hello dear ones,
I do hope you are well, and especially now, are finding lots of opportunities to be in joy!
As I look around to see the bigger picture of this unique time in history which we are all sharing, a memory of a very old commercial has been flashing in my mind . . . does anyone remember the one for a leading investment banking firm . . . where we can see a room full of people at tables loudly talking and disagreeing—and then someone says “Morgan Stanley”—and the room instantly becomes dead silent, and everyone turns their heads to look at that one person. The point of their commercial is that there is only one solution.
What this commercial imprinted upon me was the image of a rare situation where metaphorically—the world stopped, and sanity returned. We’ve been through what could be called- the perfect storm; a time when there are no usual hypnotic distractions such as sports, museums, performing arts or public socializing. Our heads have been turned to look at what’s happening now! Thanks to cyberspace, it seems our collective global brain is now asking the same question . . . why is this happening—and what can I do?
I titled my book Thank God I’m Crazy because to know that I’m crazy when I believe in the insanity and mortality of the dream—is to actually begin my discovery to my real Self. Everything that seems to be in the world of form is a projection of what is in my mind. The craziness of this world—is my/our crazy dream. But—I/we are not of this world. “My mind is part of God’s. I am very holy.” ACIM This idea describes what vision can show me . . . a very different view of myself. Symbols from my visions taught me that there is a power within me, but not of me that speaks to me through my inner voice, affirming that I am not the victim of the world I see. It is from our peace of mind that a peaceful perception of the world arises.
EVERYTHING IS LOVE—OR A CALL FOR LOVE. OPRAH ONCE SAID THAT FROM HER THOUSANDS OF INTERVIEWS SHE REALIZED PEOPLE ONLY WANTED ONE THING . . . TO BE SEEN. . . TO BE LOVED.
A powerful expression of this truth is known in the Ho’oponopono, a Hawaiian mantra that is a mental and spiritual cleansing defined as a forgiveness practice; the cleansing of ‘errors of thought’–in the physical world. Forgiveness has the power to bring harmony within, and with others. Many of us have heard that Dr. Hew Len used this mantra to invoke healing for those patients in a hospital for the criminally insane. What took place was the miracle of a change in their perception from fear to love. In relentless dedication, he spoke this mantra to each one . . . until one by one, the patients released their fearful hostility, and found peaceful ways to live. Consequently, the hospital eventually became empty, and was closed. 😊 Our mind is the source for change.
***Imagine what might happen if we could habitually express—silently or aloud—the healing words of the Ho’oponopono mantra to everyone we come in contact with—even those not physically present. Those words are:
I AM SORRY,
PLEASE FORGIVE ME,
THANK YOU,
I LOVE YOU.
Meanwhile . . . I have two events to share with you---
*There is a possibility that I may be offering a 6-week’s introductory class to A Course in Miracles on Zoom, beginning in August. If you, or anyone you know, might be interested please contact me with your information on my website: graceavalon.com or email me at g.avalon@cox.net and I will get back to you. I will offer a familiarizing background and summary of the Course to help you determine if this is a path for you—and if you are already a Course student, I will do my best to bring clarity to the Course’s very simple message--which is repeated countless times—because, as it says, it is simple, but it is not easy 😊 It’s goal is inner peace and joy.
*Also, you might want to tune into an online Zoom event with Gary Renard where he will expound upon
Experiencing the Real World Through Enlightenment,
Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Time: 5pm-7pm PST / 8pm-10pm EST
Cost: $30.00
Register and more details: https://www.eastwestbookshop.com
“The real world has nothing to do with the body's eyes, but is a state of mind unlike anything you’ve experienced before.” Gary Renard, bestselling author and international speaker
So . . . until next time . . .
When you find yourself staring into the headlights of fear—as I often do—stop and tell yourself, I am insane right now 😊 then laugh and remember . . . THANK GOD I’M CRAZY!
Thank God I’m Crazy available in paperback and e-book on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Thank-God-Im-Crazy- Journey eBook/dp/B074SV56V7 at Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/thank-god-im-crazy-grace-avalon/1130994303?ean=9781945390760 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Grace-Avalon-1441929822714370/?ref=hl
Thank God I’m Crazy includes pictures of places which took place in her life, as seen in her visions. Grace Avalon, teacher and intuitive counselor, has taught A Course in Miracles for nine years. She gives presentations, seminars and workshops for anyone whose known abuse, thought they were crazy, or wants to live a joyful life.
*** Marianne Williamson, author of Return to Love has said, “Grace Avalon inspires all of us to trust the wisdom of our hearts. Here is spirituality in practice.” ***