The Dance of the Traveler in May of 1994

This article was posted in the May 1994 issue of the Chapel of Prayer Light Views newsletter. 

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Why are certain individuals drawn to the world of metaphysics?

1.  Because they have desire to be something greater than they perceive themselves or "man" to be.

2.  To overcome feelings of dissatisfaction, unhappiness and unfulfillment which they are experiencing.

3.  To understand themselves.  (They may begin their pursuit of knowledge seeking to understand others, but soon find their real quest deals with self-understanding.)

These are only a few of the reasons a person seeks answers to his dilemmas by delving into the ancient wisdoms.  There are probably as many reasons as there are people seeking change in their lives.

Some of the realizations that are brought to the fore are:

1.  An open mind and an open nature are a must for the acquisition and internalization of knowledge.

2.  Ego is important, but the ego must remain unclouded.

3.  Balance is required in the development of the Mental, Emotional, Spiritual and Physical Bodies.  This balance can be attained through study, meditation, centering, exercise and proper diet, with attention to a daily discipline in these areas.

4.  Fear must be erased from the consciousness.  It is our only enemy...fear of lack, fear of failure, fear of success, fear of loss, fear of sickness, or a feeling of insecurity at some level.  A Positive Faith must replace fear as fear is only inverted faith.  It is faith in a negative outcome rather than a good one.

5. Mental attitude is the cause, experience is the effect.  Feelings of insecurity come from making the externals of life (experience) causes, when, in reality, they are the effects.

6. Change your mode of thought and you will change your future, for your future is really your present made manifest.

7. In order to control emotions, you must maintain control of your thoughts and mental images.

8. Whatever is held in the consciousness until it becomes a part of the subjective side of thought tends to take place in the physical world.

9. Never affirm inwardly anything you would not wish to experience outwardly.  Thought is a measurable force in nature and is capable of bringing about change in human beings other than the originator of the thought.  

The Thought was first,

The Word was spoken,

The Manifestation took place.

10. The key to finding our answers lies within,.

11. What goes around, comes around.  (The Eternal Wheel).

12. The fear (knowledge) of the Lord (law) is the beginning of Wisdom.

13. Every man/woman is you teacher.

14. The Law of Forgiveness transcends all other laws...even the Law of Karma.

The study of Metaphysics, Mental or Physical, can become a source of great satisfaction.  It all depends on you, how you use what you learn and your motives for the study.  Metaphysics will become an integral part of your daily existence...the way you think, the way you approach situations and the way you react to experiences that are presented.  You cannot enter a course of study such as this and emerge the same person you were when you started.  The changes may be very subtle at first, but in time you will discover what you are, where you are going and why you are here.  Your self-esteem will soar and your confidence will grow.  Now isn't that a good feeling?

Growth is progress.  You must allow yourself time to grow into real understanding.  Be patient with yourself.  Realize that you all that you are dealing with.  Don't become too engrossed with setting goals for yourself because the thing that will pass you by, if the goals become all-important, is life itself.  Each day is special and should be lived for itself.  Each moment is precious and should be cherished.

Catch you later,

Margaret

Wow!!!  The ad for the Chapel of Prayer Psychic Fair in May of 1994 listed the following readers:

Chellye Clevenger - Tarot
Claire Shepard - Astro/Tarot
Dorothy Landers - Astro/Numerology
Dotti Visosky - Massage and Intuitive Messages
Dusty and Lahala
Eileen Sanders - Tarot
Holly Wade - Tarot
Marva Boehm-Mason - Palmistry & Astrology
Sandy Penny - Reflexology Readings
Sean Ferrel - Tarot
Sue Van Gelder - Tarot
Sybil - Palmistry & Tarot
Wayne Blackburn - Intuitive Readings
Arthur Douet - Energy & Angel Portraits w/Reading.

During that period of time I received many good readings from each one of these readers.  I know Marva is still in Houston and Sandy Penny is off and on.  Are any of the other readers still working in Houston?  Would love to be in contact if they are.

The Dance of The Traveler in April 1994

This article was posted in the April 1994 issue of the Chapel of Prayer Light Views newsletter.  In re-reading it, I find not too awfully much has changed except the energies and individuals around me.  It certainly brought back pleasant memories and a feeling of wanting to recapture the energies of that time and space.

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On this path of constant wondering, knowing, not-knowing, guessing, what-if-ing and, for the most part, emotional chaos, I have met some wonderful, fumbling, stumbling, highly evolved and evolving, loving and caring people.  They, like I, wait for that big Head Honcho in the sky to appear in the hope he will download the wisdom of the universe into our consciousness and all things will be answered unto us.

I have found, as I wait for this wondrous event to come into being, (and my guidance tells me it most assuredly will happen) that something else is occurring.  It is called "life and living".  This thing that requires my attention and time and makes me a bit crazy.  This thing that insists I communicate, solve problems, stay in my body and deal with the grossness and duality of this physical plane which YOU all created  (I am sure I had nothing to do with it) when what I really want to do is to be out in the middle of the desert with my cats and dog communing with the silence, watching the stars and waiting for the moment when I can leap to my feet, arms reaching to the heavens and, in a calm and collected manner, murmur "you finally made it...beam me up, Scotty".

Fortunately, for me, there are some positive aspects to this plane which make being here at least tolerable, and a few of these are the energies present in the healing workshops at the Chapel of Prayer and Spiritual Horizons Church, Sanctuary,  Gateway Bookstore, Astrology Etc., the gang from Wellborn/College Station, Lotus Land, The Indigo Sun, Cosmic Wisdom, Carmel Temple, Sandy Penny, Dotti Visosky, the questioning and blossoming minds of so many new searchers,and all those incredibly enlightened individuals who praise my cooking and ask for seconds.  (This is, of course, only a partial list, as space is at a premium here, but those of you are not named know who you are.)

While these varied associations and energies help keep me on course, I feel an occasional need, as a member of the hu-man race, for more direct involvement in my immediate environment.  As we wait for the Big Cheese to share the wisdom of the universe, (and don't try to tell me you aren't waiting, too) would you care to join in the struggle against ignorance?  Then, by yourself or with a group (group energy is usually much stronger) broadcast love.  Don't direct it to any one area or person or situation.  Simply release your love energy...unconditionally.  You may see this love as white light, or pink light or the Mother holding her child or as a shower of golden light descending from the heavens.  You may see love shining from every face, positive energy emerging from every structure.  Picture this love as it has meaning for you...see that it has life and energy of its own for it truly does.  See your love flow as freely as God's love flows as he cradles us in his arms.

Teach by being a living example.  Allow your love-light to shine for others to see and feel, let your understanding and acceptance be evident.  Let the knowledge that you are a part of the whole or the one-mind, or the beingness, guide your every thought and action.  See each child as if it were your own, and each neighbor as your beloved brother for whom you wish only the best. Let "God" do ALL the judging 'cause that's His job.  (Isn't that a relief and a load off your shoulders?  Probably leaves some open time for meditation or other positive actions, huh!)  Please, for all our sakes, take an action or a stand which will further the cause of universal harmony and peace.  Get out of yourself and into life!

And so my friends, with all this, the dance of my journey continues...once again probably not a beat I would consciously choose to walk to, but with a rhythm which will surely take me into another experience which I just won't be able to live without.  Catch you later.

Margaret