Buddha

This tab will almost always be under construction, as spiritual fulfillment (for me) is a continual process.  My whole life I've considered myself a Christian, however I started reading into Buddhism in early 2011 and I haven't been able to stop.  I love what it stands for and who it forces me to be.  It forces me to live my life TODAY, for tomorrow is not promised.  It also makes you realize just what all you HAVE, versus what you feel you do not have. 

 

It's such a positive way of life, there's no judgement or negativity.  You know when you just feel a pull toward something.  This is one of those things for me.

The first Buddhism book I read was "Buddhism Plain and Simple" by Steve Hagan.  GREAT BOOK!  This book goes in great detail, but just stick with and when you're done your mind will smile.  This is a great introductory book if you want to start reading into Buddhism.

I'm longing to find a Buddhist/Spiritual center I can attend.  But I've also thought about changing my dining room into somewhat of a meditation/relaxation room.  What a fun an interesting project.....we'll see.

I went to see an energy reader/healer when I was out of work and confused on which direction I needed to take.  What an AMAZING experience.  She recommended I read another book, "Many Lives Many Masters" by Brian L. Weiss.  WOW.  This book CHANGED me and my mindset.  My mind opened further.  I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK.  HIGHLY RECOMMEND!  It was such an amazing read I read it within a week!

Are you spiritually awake? 12 symptoms of a spiritual awakening:
1. An increased tendency to let things happen rather than make them happen.
2. Frequent attacks of joy, unexplained smiling and random bursts of laughter.
3. Feelings of being closely connected with others and nature.
4. Frequent overwhelming, almost dizzying, episodes of appreciation.
5. A tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than from fears based on past experience
6. An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment.
7. A loss of ability to worry.
8. A loss of desire for conflict.
9. A loss of interest in taking things personally.
10. A loss of appetite for drama and judgment.
11. A loss of interest in judging yourself.
12. Prone to give love without expecting anything in return.

http://www.soulseeds.com/seed-exchange/2012/02/12-symptoms-of-a-spiritual-awakening/